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A Daring Venture
by Elizabeth Camden
I didn’t realize it at first, but A Daring Venture by Elizabeth Camden is the sequel to A Dangerous Legacy. Then I discovered that is a series!! The third book is set to release in February 2019! This second installment introduces Dr. Rosalind Werner, a biochemist, determined to stop deadly microorganisms in the water supply, like cholera. Cholera destroyed her family as a young girl and now she is determined to make sure it won’t happen to anyone else. When Rosalind and her associates discover a way, they are pushed back by the handsome Water Commissioner, Nick Drake. The last time we saw Nick in the first book he was just a plumber, now he is working his way up the ladder to provide for his daughter. Nick is apprehensive about Rosalind’s work but she will stop at nothing to make sure the water supply is clean. The only problem is that she may lose her heart to Nick in the process.
I really enjoyed the first book in the series, but I must say that this one is even better! I loved it all! I love how Elizabeth Camden writes such strong female characters. Rosalind is smart! However, due to the time period, Camden demonstrates the adversity many women face. Rosalind has figured out a way to prevent disease accumulating in the water supply but she is often viewed as just a pretty face. She is subjected to awful rumors to smear her reputation all because men don’t want to believe her. I think discussing this concept is so important and something that women still face today.
Then there is Nick. I am so torn about his character. He is kind and devilishly charming! However, he has his faults as well. However, his character development is absolutely wonderful. Nick and Rosalind also have amazing chemistry that will keep readers rooting for them, despite all the hardships they go through.
I love how Elizabeth Camden writes about such unique characters with unique jobs. At first glance, readers might think that the plot doesn’t sound that interesting. However, she writes with such detail and passion that it is impossible not to fall in love with the story. I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars! This is just a delightful read with beautiful historical detail!
Thank you Bethany House for a copy of this book in an exchange for an honest review!!
I really enjoyed the first book in the series, but I must say that this one is even better! I loved it all! I love how Elizabeth Camden writes such strong female characters. Rosalind is smart! However, due to the time period, Camden demonstrates the adversity many women face. Rosalind has figured out a way to prevent disease accumulating in the water supply but she is often viewed as just a pretty face. She is subjected to awful rumors to smear her reputation all because men don’t want to believe her. I think discussing this concept is so important and something that women still face today.
Then there is Nick. I am so torn about his character. He is kind and devilishly charming! However, he has his faults as well. However, his character development is absolutely wonderful. Nick and Rosalind also have amazing chemistry that will keep readers rooting for them, despite all the hardships they go through.
I love how Elizabeth Camden writes about such unique characters with unique jobs. At first glance, readers might think that the plot doesn’t sound that interesting. However, she writes with such detail and passion that it is impossible not to fall in love with the story. I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars! This is just a delightful read with beautiful historical detail!
Thank you Bethany House for a copy of this book in an exchange for an honest review!!