Shadows Of The White Ciity

The one thing Sylvie Townsend wants most is what she feared she was destined never to have--a family of her own. But taking in Polish immigrant Rose Dabrowski to raise and love quells those fears--until seventeen-year-old Rose goes missing at the World's Fair, and Sylvie's world unravels.

Brushed off by the authorities, Sylvie turns to her boarder, Kristof Bartok, for help. He is Rose's violin instructor and the concertmaster for the Columbian Exposition Orchestra, and his language skills are vital to helping Sylvie navigate the immigrant communities where their search leads.

From the glittering architecture of the fair to the dark houses of Chicago's poorest neighborhoods, they're taken on a search that points to Rose's long-lost family. Is Sylvie willing to let the girl go? And as Kristof and Sylvie grow closer, can she reconcile her craving for control with her yearning to belong?

 

My Rating: 3 Stars

This as an interesting read that's for sure! It's book two in the Windy City Saga but can be read as a standalone as this one takes place 20 years after Veiled In Smoke and has a completely separate storyline. I really liked the character of Kristoff in this story. He was a very likable character and he made the story for me. The mystery was interesting and definitely had a few surprises along the way. The story line was a bit unusual but I liked the book overall, Good read.

I received this book from the publisher and was not required to post a positive review. All thoughts are my own.