Set in the Victorian era, this is a romance with a political overtone.

Not recommended for newbies to her books though.

The Vanza elements are, thankfully, kept to a minimum here and the book is more readable without them.Īll in all, a typical Amanda Quick story with likeable characters and a solid mystery. The mystery is better with one or two interesting twists and an exciting climax. Although there is a definite attraction between the two, it remains underdeveloped and the eventual sex scenes feel contrived. While this isn't necessarily negative as Quick's characters are always endearing, it does make for a rather unoriginal romance.īoth Ambrose and Concordia have intriguing backstories, but neither really contribute to their characterization in any meaningful sense. Soon Concordia and Ambrose are working together to stop a notorious crime lord from carrying out his nefarious plan for the girls.Īnyone who has read Quick's Arcane Society books will immediately recognize Ambrose and Concordia as they are virtually identical to every hero and heroine in that series.

'This rousing, steamy story is a captivating read.'- Library Journal 'For fans of Quick, certainly another pleaser as romance and murder and silk flounces around.'- Kirkus Reviews 'Quick gives her fans what they want.'- Publishers Weekly 'Quick's trademark wit and humor run gracefully throughout this suspenseful and satisfying novel, and fans and new readers alike will fall for the newest additions to Quick's impressive collection of characters.'- Booklist, 'This rousing, steamy story is a captivating read.'- Library Journal 'For fans of Quick, certainly another pleaser as romance and murder and silk flounces around.'- Kirkus Reviews 'Quick gives her fans what they want.'- Publishers Weekly 'Quick's trademark wit and humor run gracefully throughout this suspenseful and satisfying novel, and fans and new readers alike will fall for the newest additions to Quick's impressive collection of characters.'- Booklist, 'This rousing, steamy story is a captivating read.'- Library Journal 'For fans of Quick, certainly another pleaser as romance and murder and silk flounces around.'- Kirkus Reviews 'Quick gives her fans what they want.'- Publishers Weekly 'Quick's trademark wit and humor run gracefully throughout this suspenseful and satisfying novel, and fans and new readers alike will fall for the newest additions to Quick's impressive collection of characters.Private inquiry agent, Ambrose Wells, is investigating a suspicious death when he crosses paths with Concordia Glade and her four students escaping from a blazing castle.

Lie by Moonlight by Amanda Quick