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nannykaren's review against another edition
5.0
The characters are intriguing and many have secrets: Raymond - is he who he says he is? Vivienne (is living at the hotel as stepfather keeping her away from hey mother) has turned over a new leaf and is secretly giving her allowance away to help the poorest of the poor; Maynard is hiding his dying true love and Emmeline knows about it, he also thinks way is coming ; Hélène has been married and has a child being brought up by the in-laws - they're black, Hélène is white.
The tale of the Grand dance floor and the Buckingham hotel is seen through the eyes guests and staff with good grace and elegance that you'd expect from Anton du Beke!
The tale of the Grand dance floor and the Buckingham hotel is seen through the eyes guests and staff with good grace and elegance that you'd expect from Anton du Beke!
calturner's review against another edition
4.0
Moonlight Over Mayfair is the second novel by the King of Ballroom himself, the always wonderful Anton Du Beke. I loved the first book in the series and I’m pleased to say this second installment did not disappoint. It was good to see the return of familiar faces along with some new ones, the story moving along at a steady pace, bringing the glitz, glamour and romance of the ballroom vividly to life.
Anton Du Beke has written an enchanting story that kept me enthralled from beginning to end. The perfect book to lose yourself in at the end of a long day, Moonlight Over Mayfair has everything you could possibly need from an historical romance. With memorable characters you can’t help but fall in love with, it’s a moving and uplifting read that once started you do not want to put down. The writing is delightful, transporting you instantly to the London of 1937, just as the country is on the cusp of another world war.
And if you’re a fan of TV shows such as Downton Abbey and Upstairs Downstairs, this series of books could be exactly what you need to fill the gap. Dance, romance, glitz and glamour, Moonlight Over Mayfair has it all! But it also has a more serious side, with gentle, poignant moments that will make your heart ache as you move through the story. I loved every word of this enchanting story of life at the Buckingham Hotel and look forward to reading more of this series in the future.
A magical read that I would recommend.
Anton Du Beke has written an enchanting story that kept me enthralled from beginning to end. The perfect book to lose yourself in at the end of a long day, Moonlight Over Mayfair has everything you could possibly need from an historical romance. With memorable characters you can’t help but fall in love with, it’s a moving and uplifting read that once started you do not want to put down. The writing is delightful, transporting you instantly to the London of 1937, just as the country is on the cusp of another world war.
And if you’re a fan of TV shows such as Downton Abbey and Upstairs Downstairs, this series of books could be exactly what you need to fill the gap. Dance, romance, glitz and glamour, Moonlight Over Mayfair has it all! But it also has a more serious side, with gentle, poignant moments that will make your heart ache as you move through the story. I loved every word of this enchanting story of life at the Buckingham Hotel and look forward to reading more of this series in the future.
A magical read that I would recommend.
jbrakspear99's review against another edition
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
A beautiful continuation of the lives of the characters we met in the first book continuing the historical time period with a strictly come dancing meets Downton Abby feel
zarco_j's review against another edition
4.0
I was pleasantly surprised with this book, I expected it to be a light read and it was.
Think Strictly Come Dancing meets Downton Abbey but set in a big hotel and you'll get the idea of this novel.
Think Strictly Come Dancing meets Downton Abbey but set in a big hotel and you'll get the idea of this novel.
sweets_reads's review against another edition
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
jayfr's review against another edition
4.0
I was pleasantly surprised with this book, I expected it to be a light read and it was.
Think Strictly Come Dancing meets Downton Abbey but set in a big hotel and you'll get the idea of this novel.
Think Strictly Come Dancing meets Downton Abbey but set in a big hotel and you'll get the idea of this novel.
juliettee_x's review
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.5
E-book, prime reading.
thea_no_evil's review against another edition
4.0
My 4th book of the year gets 4 stars ⭐️ Anton’s second instalment of the lives of those connected to the Buckingham Hotel and its Grand Ballroom were a delight. I enjoyed the 1st one but this one seemed a little bit grittier and emotive loved it ... role on ‘A Christmas to Remember’ ❤️