The Elusive Truth of Lily Temple draws readers in with the perfect blend of mystery, intrigue, and romance.
Book Blurb
Peter Driscoll, an underground investigator to the wealthy, has never met anyone like Lily Temple. The beautiful silent-film actress spins fairy tales and plays frivolous roles in front of the cine-camera, but beneath the costumes and stage makeup is a woman with a quick wit–and a murky past.
Peter has been tasked with locating the legendary Briarwood Teardrop, an exquisite sapphire, which Lily wears beneath her gown. In order to stay close to her and hopefully unravel the mystery of her story–and the sapphire–Peter employs Lily’s help on a case, which leads to a useful partnership. But as they are investigating together, Peter is also investigating Lily. The closer he gets to the truth, the more danger they face. And the closer he gets to Lily, the clearer it is that he needs her even more than she needs him.
My Thoughts
I don’t even know where to begin. This story sucked me in and wouldn’t let go. I stayed up way too late reading it, and I squeezed in as much reading during my day as I could. Lily is a complex character you can’t help but root for. And Peter is, well, a dear you can’t help but love. When these two are together on the page, I couldn’t tear myself away.
The mystery element, as well as the intrigue involved in Peter’s case, had me eager for the next chapter so I could uncover another clue. But honestly, it was the slowly developing romance between Lily and Peter that really had me engrossed. Their personalities complemented each other in a way that’s obvious to the reader, even if it takes the characters a minute to realize it. And though Peter is sweet, he challenges Lily in a way that I loved.
Overall, The Elusive Truth of Lily Temple is perfect for historical fiction fans who love stories with intrigue, romance, and mystery.
(Note: I received a complimentary copy via NetGalley for an honest review. All opinions expressed are my own.)
