I love a story with a strong heroine... this did not disappoint! I found it interesting how this young woman found creative ways to fight the confines and limitations of her time for the greater good and to satisfy her very curious nature. I will read more from this author!

A very enjoyable read. I love reading books set in Victorian times and this was the perfect mesh of mystery, paranormal and romance. A beautifully detailed way to see 1899 New York. I felt that it was accurately painted. The author did an excellent job with her characters, making them detailed and interesting. The plot was well developed and although not a fast-moving book, it holds your interest and doesn't let go.

The main protagonist, Tillie, is wonderfully curious, extremely resourceful, makes blunders and yet follows through. She persistently attempts to locate her sister's killer, despite an injury to her collarbone, addiction to her painkiller and being restricted by the confines of being a woman in the Victorian era. A very resourceful young lady.

My favorite quote? "You'll learn how to survive this, Matilda. No woman lives a life unscathed. It's what makes us strong. We are broken and mended, remade every time. We must, or it destroys us." How prophetic Tillie's grandmother's words are. I definitely recommend this book.

I would like to thank Lydia Kang, Lake Union Publishing and Netgalley for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for a fair and honest review.

This is the second book by this author and this book has now made me a huge fan.
A historical friction / mystery and a huge page turner !

Interesting historical fiction/ murder mystery. Very well written!
Once I started reading, I found myself fully engaged and couldn't put it down!
I loved the well written characters and the plot was great!
4 stars.

Thanks to Netgalley the publisher and author for an ARC of this book. All opinions are my own.