My Rating: ★★★★
I received a copy from Avon and Harper Voyager through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
The Roseingrave’s lives were turned upside down when they became the victims of a conman, causing them to lose their piano company. A year later, it still hurts Sophie to so much as look at a piano. Now that Sophie and her family have relocated and are trying to start over, playing the piano is almost completely out of the question because it just brings back the shame of what happened in full force. Then she meets Maddie Crewe, a beautiful yet suspicious woman who is running a con. Sophie is torn between what her mind and body are telling her until she finds out that the Maddie’s con has heart behind it.
While this is the third book in the series, each book follows a new cast of characters, so each book can be read as a stand alone without any confusion. I started this book expecting a good romance novel and quickly discovered that it exceeded my expectations. There’s romance, friendships, good family relationships, and breathtaking worldbuilding. I will be checking out the first two books in the series for sure.
The characters are absolutely wonderful and fun to follow. I loved the Roseingrave’s family dynamic, especially the relationship that Sophie had with her parents. They’re just wonderful, supportive, and talented people who care deeply about their children. I kind of want to hang out with them! I particularly loved Sophie and her dad’s relationship, which pulled a bit on my heartstrings without actually being sad. I also love Maddie, her friends, and how much she cares about the other women working in the textile industry.
I thought the con that Maddie and company were running was interesting, especially because it was to take down a greedy and vile character who is all about making money at other people’s expense. She’s doing it for the greater good with revenge mixed in, which I found to be an interesting plot. I enjoyed watching it develop and eventually reach its peak.
All in all, I think this is a wonderful read and I’m excited to check out the other books in the series. If you’re looking for an LGBT historical romance, I think this is something you’ll want to pick up.
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