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Book Review of City of Light

City of Light
City of Light
Author: Lauren Belfer
Genre: Literature & Fiction
Book Type: Paperback
knitter avatar reviewed A real page turner! on + 64 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 4


I can't remember the last I read such an intriguing historical novel. It has everything; The history of Buffalo, NY circa 1900, the development of hydroelectric power at Niagara Falls, the Pan-American Exposition, political plotting, two murders, children born out of wedlock (GASP!) unrequited love, whispers of lesbianism, and a narration by an intelligent woman born too soon for her ideas. Well written, to boot! I wish there were more by this author.