4.5 stars
The Shore comprises of several islands in the Chesapeake Bay. Generations of family live and die there while battling poverty, abuse and changing commerce. This book contains stories dating from the mid-nineteenth century to the year 2143. The stories are all interconnected by people related in different ways. The family connections are sometimes complicated and at some point I just gave up trying to keep track and just enjoyed the glimpse into these lives. I really enjoyed this book. Not only are the descriptions of the islands stunning but the intricate stories of these characters are completely compelling. It is sad and weird and there were moments that I thought the writing was pure genius. I will say that I looked forward to the last chapter the most, to find out what ends up happening to the Shore, but ended up being a bit disappointed. Otherwise though, this may end up being one of my favorite books of the year. I received an E-Galley of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
Lady Scandal by Wendy LaCapra
Pub. Date - July 14, 2015
4 stars
I enjoyed this historical romance which had a brave, spunky heroine and a hero not afraid to admit mistakes and change his ways. Lord Randolph served under Lady Sophia's father, a ruthless spy, and after his death has agreed to look after his daughter. The backstory to this book is surprisingly complicated and while I eventually caught on, I would recommend that readers start with the first book in this series. This book has a lot of action and adventure and very steamy romance and I CAN'T WAIT to read the third in the series about the Duchess Thea. I received an E-Galley of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
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