I went into this book expecting a gentle historical mystery, and instead I was served a big platter of family secrets and women’s rights which I LOVED!

The story is told from dual perspective, and while I initially wasn’t fussed about Rosamund’s perspective, as soon as it switched to Briar’s perspective I was hooked! There were so many layers to the story, and just when you thought you had one secret figured out there was something else around the corner.

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As well as a captivating story, this book also explored themes such as reproductive rights and queerness in a time when these topics were taboo. I thought they intertwined with the story to make an emotional climax.

While I would have liked a little bit more time at the end to see the characters’ journeys from that point on, the bulk of the book was a fast-paced page turner that kept me gripped and constantly desperate to read more. Even though there were multiple timelines and perspectives, which can sometimes be difficult to follow, I always knew exactly where I was in the narrative and in the world.

This was an incredibly enjoyable read, that packs an unexpected punch!

I received a free copy for an honest review.