“With
a rich and realistic setting, a compelling and entertaining
first-person narration, a colorful cast of memorable characters and an
intriguing storyline, this is a surefire winner. Immensely satisfying.” Kirkus, starred review
“Sepetys follows her debut, Between Shades of Gray,
with another taut and charged historical novel...The sensual yet
rigidly class-based setting is a real standout, and Sepetys has also
built a stellar cast, which includes Willie, a strident but generous
madam; Charlie Marlowe, the bookshop’s owner; and a pair of potential
love interests for Josie. Readers will find Josie irresistible from the
get-go...and will devour the sultry mix of mystery, historical detail,
and romance.” Publisher’s Weekly, starred review
Ruta Sepetys is the multi-award-winning author of the critically-acclaimed New York Times bestseller Between Shades of Gray. She lives in Nashville, Tennessee.
“With
a rich and realistic setting, a compelling and entertaining
first-person narration, a colorful cast of memorable characters and an
intriguing storyline, this is a surefire winner. Immensely satisfying.”
