This is one of my most favorite series that I discovered when it was selected as a group read in one of my Goodreads groups. We were sad when we got up to date and now have to wait for new releases.
Hero St. Cyr and Alexi Sauvage are returning home following a visit to one of her patients when they stumble upon the body of a young woman in a snow drift. Hero recognizes her as Jane Ambrose, the long time piano teacher to Princess Charlotte, the sole child and heir presumptive of the Prince Regent. When the palace moves quickly to silence the official investigation, Hero and Sebastian continue and find themselves in the midst of high intrigue and danger.
Of all the books in the series, this was one of the most historically accurate and complex. The central palace figure here is Princess Charlotte, surrounded by many with secret agendas and very few with her best interests in mind, least of all her nasty father. I loved how Sebastian and Hero worked as a team, both formidable individually and a major force together. The stark realities of the era are tough to absorb, heightened by the cruelty of not only the ruling class but a brutal, icy winter upon the poor and disenfranchised.
Sometimes it was difficult to keep up with all the machinations and chess players but I managed just fine. This story has a bit of everything, including but not limited to the romance of Hero & Sebastian, mystery, suspense and history (never knew about the Frost Fair of 1814). There’s a scene involving Hero that I’ll never forget as she showed how distinctly unique she is and has now become my favorite character. This was a highly interesting story with so many, many layers.
Book Info
- Release Date: April 3, 2018
- Series: Sebastian St. Cyr #13
- Page Numbers: 335
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Sounds intriguing and I love a good series. This sounds like it has a bit of everything!
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It really does, Holly! I fell in love with the series at book #1.
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I love a multi-layered read – so much interest. Wonderful review, Jonetta, and I remember you telling me about this series. I need to get on with it! 😊
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Thank you, Jennifer! I believe you’d love this series.
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I have only read one of the books in this series. Your wonderful review, reminds me I have to read more of them.
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Thanks, Marialyce! I didn’t know you’d read any. FYI, there are some continuing story arcs so reading in order is advised.
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Fantastic review I love the sound of this one!
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Thanks, Nicki! It’s a great series.
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Great review! I haven’t heard if this one. Sounds good. 😊
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Thanks, Darinda! If you like historical mysteries, this is one of the best.
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Wow this book sounds wonderfully complex!!! I’m so glad you’re enjoying this series, Jonetta!
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Thanks, Mackenzie! Harris is a really great writer.
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Great review I love the sound of this one
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Thank you, Cleo! I think you’d appreciate this series. The author is meticulous with historical details.
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Thanks for a lovely review which has certainly swayed me to the point that I’m going to download the first in this series and give it a try! I have a couple of other blogger friends who have read this series and praise it, but sometimes it has to be the right time to read something.
I’ve been in search of an older series to latch onto and I love mysteries of any sort. Btw, I was once a member of one of your GR groups but I found that I didn’t share the same tastes in those particular types of stories (I think it was dark and handsome group, or something). I’ll check out your other groups and see if I’m a good candidate for those 🙂
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Thank you! I think you’re referring to the Tall, Dark & Dangerous group. Check out the 2-3-4 Challenge Group where we have more diversity in our reading (TDD is for romantic suspense lovers). We’ve recently begun ensuring that our group read selections cover different genres. Check it out.
https://www.goodreads.com/group/show/151076-2-3-4-challenge
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Wonderful review I have never heard of this series but it is already booked 13!?❄️
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Thanks, Berit! I discovered it late, too.
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What a lovely drawing! I like mysteries and there seem to be plenty to binge here. More for my TBR. Anne – Books of My Heart
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I’d never heard of this event until this book, Anne. If you like history, this is the perfect series.
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This series is new to me but it sounds very good. I love a good mystery and I’m also a fan of historical fiction so this would probably be a good fit for me. Wonderful review!
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Thank you, Suzanne! I think this series would be a great fit.
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Thanks for the review. There’s nothing like a good read! Merry Christmas. Smiles xx
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You’re welcome! Merry Christmas to you, too.
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Sounds like an interesting read! Great review.
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Thanks, Yvo! This is the best in historical fiction and mystery.
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I love when fiction meets history and there are historical facts, people mixed throughout. Lovely review!
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Thank you, Kim! She’s a master at combining those elements.
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Fantastic review Jonetta! I love stories that have a lot of layers and facts I didn’t know about!
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Thanks, DG! It’s one of the elements our group is really enjoying.
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This looks so good! It has been recommended to me by a friend and now your review has confirmed it – I need to read this book/series!
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This is my #1 series in the historical mystery/fiction genre. It is SO good, Mackey!
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