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eososray's review against another edition
4.0
Catherine's second adventure begins with a countess dying at the convent that she will be leaving shortly. When the countess is discovered to have been beaten, Catherine cannot stop in her quest to bring the perpetrator to justice, even if that means putting off her impending marriage. In her pursuit of the truth, she stumbles on the countesses disturbing family secret.
I really like Catherine, she’s plucky and fearless. Taking her family secret of being Jewish in stride and expecting there to be justice, even if she has to prove it herself, just endears her to me more.
I really like Catherine, she’s plucky and fearless. Taking her family secret of being Jewish in stride and expecting there to be justice, even if she has to prove it herself, just endears her to me more.
sophronisba's review against another edition
mysterious
relaxing
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
I continue to find it frustrating that the putative detective in this series does very little detecting and is forever in need of rescue. I also don't love the constant perspective shifts. The story itself had potential, I think, but the execution wasn't what I wanted.
caitlingb's review against another edition
3.0
I don't remember the story very well, but I remember enjoying it. I read it for a college history course.
julieputty's review
5.0
I love Catherine LeVendeur. She is both a product of her time and refreshingly human. These books are never dumbed down or sensational, but are intricate and measured. If you like mysteries, give them a try.
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