This is the 4th book in this series (I hope the author writes #5) with cross-over characters from The Witches Daughter series. It combines both sets of characters seamlessly, but now The Witches Daughter series is a must-read for me!
For this novel, about a Time Spinner with psychometry, a writing desk is used as the "found thing". The storyline combines Time Spinners, Time Steppers, and Witches primarily in 1887 London and briefly in current times.
Again, please note that I am being vague with many details about this book so as not to spoil the twists in this lovely book.
OVERALL REVIEW: 4.5 stars
Writing: 4.5 stars
As always, the author wrote another lovely book. The descriptive language, dress, and customs are so well-researched and fascinating.
Character development: 4.5 stars
The main characters are Xanthe (a time traveler), Liam (Xanthe's friend), and Lydia (another time traveler).
The secondary characters are Harley (the local pub owner), Elizabeth (a witch), and Erasmus (a time stepper).
The tertiary characters are the assorted supporting characters in both times.
Storyline: 4.5 stars
The storyline is about Xanthe traveling back in time to rescue Liam, who was kidnapped by Lydia. Since the period is unknown and possibly violent, Xanthe travels with Harley for support as she discovers what Lydia wants. Along the way, Xanthe makes friends with Elizabeth and Erasmus who help her locate Liam and learn about other evil happening.
The main location was primarily London, England.
Memorable/Informative: 4.5 stars
I loved learning about London in the late 1800s. It was a time of a minority of "haves" and a vast majority of "have-nots" lived in the huge industrial and port city of London. Interestingly familiar again?
Book cover: 5.0 stars
Perfect!!
Book title: 5.0 stars
Excellent!
STRONG recommend
BOOK INFORMATION
Los Angeles Public Library (LAPL) borrow (ebook)
The Garden of Promises and Lies (Found Things #3) by Paula Brackson
320 pages
St. Martin's Press
Release date of 11/23/2021
INFORMATIONAL LINKS
Happy reading,
Dorothea 💜
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