Rue wakes with no memory of who she is or where she came from. And when she’s mistaken for Emma, a woman who looks exactly like her, Rua is thrust into a life that isn’t her own. With Emma’s mother threatening to have her committed to an asylum, Rua is desperate to uncover the truth and return to her real life, wherever that may be. But things get even interestingly complicated when she meets Finn, a charming yet infuriating man she feels an undeniable, yet mysterious connection to. 

This historical romance, dabbed with elements of fantasy, was a thoroughly enjoyable read. While the plot unfolds at a slower pace, I found this fitting for the genre. It allows the reader to sink into the setting and gives characters room to grow. That said, I do wish the magical and mythological aspects had been introduced earlier and explored more in depth. I was far more interested in Rua’s journey of self discovery than the tensions with the gossiping woman of high society. The slow burn between Rua and Finn was deliciously played out, and their chemistry was compelling. I only wish we had more scenes of them together beyond the final moments. 

*Thank you to Kelsie Sheridan Gonzalez, Alcove Press and Netgalley for the ARC copy. I am freely leaving my honest review.