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The Collector of Burned Books
by Roseanna M. White
What a treat for all types of readers this book is. The historical romance reader like myself? Oh my, yes. The lover of suspense? Yes! Also that reader looking for DEPTH- a story that causes you to think and ponder questions about philosophy, literature, mercy, injustice, depravity, the power of words… you get the picture. But what White does so well is that she doesn’t alienate any of those readers with the other aspects of the story. The blend she balances intertwines them so well that I found myself sighing over the romance in one breath and joining her on a deep thought the next, all while wondering how our characters will deal with the next twist!
Corinne and Christian are memorable and nuanced. Felix is an absolute delight. It took me a minute (well into the second half where it was super obvious, I’m embarrassed to say) before the lightbulb lit and I placed who Corinne’s uncle is in White’s universe, but once I did I squealed with delight. I think I just wasn’t expecting him, which made it all the sweeter.
I love historical fiction where I learn something. Check. I love stories that keep me on the edge of my seat. Check. I don’t always love to think deeply while reading for pleasure, but this story gently draws you into it, and I truly appreciated all the depth, insight, dialogue, and questions it made me ponder, as it would for any lover of words and books. And the romance was just icing on the cake, subtle enough for the non-romance reader but oh so sweet for those of us that cherish it.
I received a complementary copy of this book from the publisher and NetGalley. I was not asked to leave a positive review. My opinions are my own.
Corinne and Christian are memorable and nuanced. Felix is an absolute delight. It took me a minute (well into the second half where it was super obvious, I’m embarrassed to say) before the lightbulb lit and I placed who Corinne’s uncle is in White’s universe, but once I did I squealed with delight. I think I just wasn’t expecting him, which made it all the sweeter.
I love historical fiction where I learn something. Check. I love stories that keep me on the edge of my seat. Check. I don’t always love to think deeply while reading for pleasure, but this story gently draws you into it, and I truly appreciated all the depth, insight, dialogue, and questions it made me ponder, as it would for any lover of words and books. And the romance was just icing on the cake, subtle enough for the non-romance reader but oh so sweet for those of us that cherish it.
I received a complementary copy of this book from the publisher and NetGalley. I was not asked to leave a positive review. My opinions are my own.