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3.79 AVERAGE
3.79 AVERAGE
What an amazing story. I hadn’t heard of any of things mentioned until I decided to pick up this book on a whim. Truly a moving story with amazing characters based on real people. Although the story moves a little slowly, it does a marvelous job unraveling the truth of what really happened as you progress through the novel.
4.5⭐ while the dual timelines took some getting into, I read 75% of this in one sitting because i was so caught up in it.
slow-paced
informative
inspiring
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
The Magnolia Palace by Fiona Davis
I give this book 4.25 stars
Lillian Carter stumbles upon an employment opportunity at the Frick mansion.But the longer she works as a private secretary to Helen Frick, the daughter of industrialist and art patron Henry Clay Frick, the more deeply shes pulled into a tangled web of romantic trysts, stolen jewels, and family drama.
Nearly 50 years later,Veronica Weber has her own chance within the walls of the former Frick residence, now converted into one of NYC’s most impressive museums. She chances upon a series of hidden messages that will lead her on a hunt that could finally reveal the truth behind a decades-old murder in the infamous Frick family.
I found this such a refreshing read the author cleverly researches real life historical places, people and events then magically weaves a tale of fiction for the reader to enjoy. I was transported between 1919 and 1966 and immersed myself within the mansion setting,the artwork and sculptures and the missing magnolia diamond.. I found the beautifully crafted characters engaging especially Lillian,
Plenty of mystery and secrets to unfold! .
With thanks to Netgalley,Fiona Davis and Penguin Group Dutton for my chance to read and review this book
I give this book 4.25 stars
Lillian Carter stumbles upon an employment opportunity at the Frick mansion.But the longer she works as a private secretary to Helen Frick, the daughter of industrialist and art patron Henry Clay Frick, the more deeply shes pulled into a tangled web of romantic trysts, stolen jewels, and family drama.
Nearly 50 years later,Veronica Weber has her own chance within the walls of the former Frick residence, now converted into one of NYC’s most impressive museums. She chances upon a series of hidden messages that will lead her on a hunt that could finally reveal the truth behind a decades-old murder in the infamous Frick family.
I found this such a refreshing read the author cleverly researches real life historical places, people and events then magically weaves a tale of fiction for the reader to enjoy. I was transported between 1919 and 1966 and immersed myself within the mansion setting,the artwork and sculptures and the missing magnolia diamond.. I found the beautifully crafted characters engaging especially Lillian,
Plenty of mystery and secrets to unfold! .
With thanks to Netgalley,Fiona Davis and Penguin Group Dutton for my chance to read and review this book
I loved the story and felt transported into the time period. Howeverrrrr, I thought the ending was a little clunky, and I didn’t love Veronica’s sub-plo,t as it felt a bit heavy handed. But I understand how she wanted to weave together the two storylines.
I partially listened and partially physically read this book and I loved it.
I’ve read Fiona Davis before and I love how she includes snippets of history they are lesser known and weaves a story around it.
This story involved two women, one in the early 1900s and one in the mid-1900s and the Magnolia Palace in New York. They are/were both models, but issues happen to and around them.
There is a bit mystery, a love story and family drama. Such a good read!
I’ve read Fiona Davis before and I love how she includes snippets of history they are lesser known and weaves a story around it.
This story involved two women, one in the early 1900s and one in the mid-1900s and the Magnolia Palace in New York. They are/were both models, but issues happen to and around them.
There is a bit mystery, a love story and family drama. Such a good read!
adventurous
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
informative
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes