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Lies, deceit and manipulation shape this gripping story. I read it in one sitting. Why? Because I couldn’t find a place to stop. I had to know what happened.
I enjoyed the way the author dedicated each chapter to a single POV. By doing this, she gave me a glimpse inside the minds of all the major characters. Turns out they all have secrets and hidden agendas.
While I fell in love with some characters, I hated others, another mark of a talented writer.
William McLeod is a Scotsman who has become quite the well-known barrister for the wealthiest in London. He’s let his desire for security and fame take him away from his family, core beliefs and desires in life.
Fiona McLeod is a lovely woman who loves William fiercely, and she has supernatural powers. She’s even faced trial as a witch.
But the child, Annaliese, stole my heart. What she’s suffered is unimaginable.
So when William is tasked with sailing to the Virginia Colony in America to bring the child and her mother back to London, he cannot know all the tragedies that he’ll face. Nor, can he imagine the horrors that haunt this child, but, as his barrister, he must do Lord Hallewell’s bidding. And the lord wants his mistress and the child. So, McLeod sails away despite Fiona’s warnings.
William McLeod has a big heart and wants to see justice served. In fact, Justice is the name of the sword he carries. Let’s just say he gets to mete out a fair share before leaving the colonies. The thing I loved about this story was the way McLeod is forced to face his own shortcomings. The child acts as a mirror of sorts. The journey back to England is rife with one horrific tragedy after another. At times, I was sure neither McLeod nor the child would survive to see England. And while he’s gone, evil men seek to destroy everything he’s worked to build.
This story starts at a fast pace and never lets up. Each separate piece of the story is woven together masterfully, and it all culminates in a satisfying ending.
I highly recommend this book if you are a fan of the 1700s time period, high seas adventure, and exposure to the rawest and basest of human acts toward another.
It’s a story I won’t soon forget! And I also have to add the book cover is outstanding. I would buy the book on that alone. A gripping story from a talented author.
Hi Jan, I love your review. This book struck a chord with me as well. Thank you for sharing.
So glad you enjoyed my review, Rox. Thank you for visiting!
I must say, Jan, this book sounds terrific. It’s a period of history that interests me a great deal.
Fantastic, Robbie! I think you would enjoy it. I certainly did! Thanks for stopping by!
Yes, a great review.
This sounds like an awesome read, Jan. Your review captured how gripping the story is, and I can see why you couldn’t put it down. I’m going to wishlist it. And beautiful cover too!
Fantastic, Diana! I know you won’t be disappointed. Thank you for stopping by and leaving a comment!
I look forward to it. 🙂 Yours first.
Whoo hoo! Thank you, my friend!
Thanks for such a great review! I’m glad you liked it and I have shared the link 🙂
Hi, Lisa! Thanks for stopping by! I loved the story and could not put it down. Happy to share!
Congrats, Lisa on your new release!
Great review, Jan. You sold me!
Yay! I know you will enjoy it, Denise. So good!
An intriguing story, Jan. I’m definitely going to be reading this book. Thanks for sharing. All the best to Lisa!
I thought of you when I was reading this one, Mary. I think it is right up your alley. Thanks for stopping by and I hope you enjoy it!
Thank you for being on the LSLL tour and for this outstanding review. I am even more intrigued now!
Yay! Glad to hear, Kristine. It was such a good story! I’m happy to share.
You’re right about that cover, Jan – it is outstanding. Reading it in one sitting really says something about the novel. Fab review!
It was so good and I had to see what happened to all these people. 🙂 Thank you for stopping by, Teri and glad the cover grabbed you.
Oh wow, this sounds like a captivating story. Great review, Jan!
Captivating is the right word for this story. There was so much at play and the author did a fabulous job of weaving it all together. Thanks for stopping by, Priscilla!