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3.79 AVERAGE
3.79 AVERAGE
emotional
informative
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Richard J Danforth can kick rocks
“…I’ve never been well liked. Something I’m rather proud of.” - Miss Helen, page 309
This was really quite a remarkable story, and throughout the entire reading process I was itching to figure out the connections between 1919 and 1966. Truly delightful
“…I’ve never been well liked. Something I’m rather proud of.” - Miss Helen, page 309
This was really quite a remarkable story, and throughout the entire reading process I was itching to figure out the connections between 1919 and 1966. Truly delightful
This story kept me engaged almost from the very beginning all the way to the end. I loved the way the stories intertwined and added depth.
Fiona, Fiona, Fiona! Ms. Davis this book was an amazement of wonder! I'd forgotten until the "author's note" that the story was (mostly) fiction. I LOVED this book! This was my first foray into this genre that I enjoyed, as typically historical novels are not my cup of tea. I will absolutely be checking out the other books written!
adventurous
emotional
informative
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Davis is known for her historical fiction novels. “The Lions of Fifth Avenue” took us inside the New York Public Library. “The Masterpiece” took us to the Grand Central School of Art at the Grand Central Terminal. (Review links for both below.)
So…
When this book was donated to my Little Free Library Shed, I couldn’t help but say yes to wanting to read it.
Especially when…
The story happens around the impressive Gilded Age mansion of Henry Clay Frick.
And…
The story centers around a “supermodel” like character in the early 1900’s and another “aspiring model” character in 1966.
With…
A mystery disappearance of that same “supermodel” character with another Frick employee, along with the Frick’s “missing” magnolia diamond taking centerstage…
This…
Felt like it could be quite an interesting read.
The author sets it up for the story of the past to unfold in the future as characters find clue after clue, trying to determine who those people were in the past and how and why they disappeared.
Also…
The author integrates the history of the Frick family and the mansion into the story.
I believe the author intended for this to be a family story of the heart. It unfolded slowly where readers could experience the dramatic woes of love, heartbreak, redemption and new beginnings.
But…
Was it too slow to fully capture readers?
So…
For those who may want to be patient with the book…
And…
If you happen to enjoy family drama, with a mystery and some art history tossed in, this one might satisfy.
But…
Be sure to read the Author’s Note at the end.
3.5 stars rounded up.
For more Fiona Davis…
The Lions of Fifth Avenue Review Here: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/4935308279
The Masterpiece Review Here: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5638789430
So…
When this book was donated to my Little Free Library Shed, I couldn’t help but say yes to wanting to read it.
Especially when…
The story happens around the impressive Gilded Age mansion of Henry Clay Frick.
And…
The story centers around a “supermodel” like character in the early 1900’s and another “aspiring model” character in 1966.
With…
A mystery disappearance of that same “supermodel” character with another Frick employee, along with the Frick’s “missing” magnolia diamond taking centerstage…
This…
Felt like it could be quite an interesting read.
The author sets it up for the story of the past to unfold in the future as characters find clue after clue, trying to determine who those people were in the past and how and why they disappeared.
Also…
The author integrates the history of the Frick family and the mansion into the story.
I believe the author intended for this to be a family story of the heart. It unfolded slowly where readers could experience the dramatic woes of love, heartbreak, redemption and new beginnings.
But…
Was it too slow to fully capture readers?
So…
For those who may want to be patient with the book…
And…
If you happen to enjoy family drama, with a mystery and some art history tossed in, this one might satisfy.
But…
Be sure to read the Author’s Note at the end.
3.5 stars rounded up.
For more Fiona Davis…
The Lions of Fifth Avenue Review Here: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/4935308279
The Masterpiece Review Here: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5638789430
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
tense
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Really liked the history of this book. She had me rooting for some of the characters and loathing some others.