but find that love only flourishes in truth...
1886. Charlotte Gleason embarks from England with conflicting emotions. She is headed for New York to marry one of America's wealthiest heirs--a man she has never even met. When her doubts gain the upper hand, she swaps identities with her maid Dora. She wants a chance at "real life," even if it means giving up financial security. For Charlotte, it's a risk she's willing to take. But what begins as the whim of a spoiled rich girl becomes a test of survival beyond her blackest nightmare.
For Dora, it's the chance of a lifetime. She is thrust into a fairy tale amid ball gowns and lavish mansions, yet is tormented by the possibility of discovery--and humiliation. And what of the man who believes she is indeed his intended? Is this what her heart truly longs for?
My thoughts:
Loved the title, loved the cover!
Though I found the plot of this book to be somewhat unbelievable, I enjoyed it. (You know, stuff that happens only in books). After reading it you’d agree that the author did her homework in researching the dire circumstances of the early immigrants. That alone makes it a worthwhile read. But I also enjoyed the flip side of the story. The rich family who had everything but happiness in their lives…Beatrice was so annoying, she reminded me of Miss Bingley in Austin’s Pride and Prejudice. Surprisingly she showed promising signs of change, and I waited for her to become Dora’s friend and confident. I was disappointed with the conclusion of the novel. I wanted to know what happened with the members of the Tremaine family. I felt they all played such a major role in this book and suddenly poof! they are gone??
I especially liked Conrad. Sure he wasn’t Mr. Darcy, but I found myself cheering him on as the story progressed. I was sure Dora would develop more than feelings for friendship towards him. I felt for him when Dora told him she couldn’t marry him. We end up learning more about him then the doctor Dora becomes engaged to in the end.
Strangely, this isn’t really a romance. Just a fun adventure you’ll find yourself enjoying. Lots of drama jump from the pages. My first Nancy Moser read and likely not my last.
A review copy of this book was provided by the publisher.
1 reflections:
I so wanted to like this one, but was disappointed. I liked Dora, I never liked Charlotte. It was entertaining though.
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