Sandra L. (yongatheart) reviewed on 10/10/2006 + 81 more book reviews

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From the Publisher: Even to a girl from the slums of Bristol, the streets of Glasgow seemed gray and inhospitable, the wealth and splendor of its mansions cold and heartless. But for Hester Dark, there could be no turning back; she would make this cruel city the home of her dreams. Everyone said that Hester was lucky. Lucky to have a wealthy uncle in Scotland who was willing to take her in. Lucky to have all the advantages that his money could buy. But Hesters new world held dark secrets, jealousies, and fears. And no one had spoken of the women who would despise her for her beauty and her independence and the men who would buy her soul and call it love.

I like author Emma Blair. She is one of my favorite authors. This appears to be one of her earlier works and it shows in her writing style which is not as polished as later works. I didn't enjoy the plot of this story as much as other books she has written. I could sympathize with the main character but later in the book I found it hard to understand her. She seemed of two minds and that bothered me. A fast read since it is a short book.

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