My Thoughts - The Elusive Truth of Lily Temple by Joanna Davidson Politano

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ABOUT THE BOOK

The Elusive Truth of Lily Temple by Joanna Davidson Politano

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.

Award-winning author Joanna Davidson Politano whisks you away to Edwardian England in 1903 for a whimsical and layered tale that treads the crooked line between real and make-believe.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Joanna Davidson Politano freelances for a small nonfiction publisher but spends much of her time spinning tales that capture the colorful, exquisite details in ordinary lives. Her debut novel, Lady Jayne Disappears, releases October 3 from Revell. She lives with her husband and their two babies in a house in the woods and shares stories that move her at www.jdpstories.com.

MY THOUGHTS

The Elusive Truth of Lily Temple is written  by Joanna Davidson Politano. This is a beautifully written story that transports readers back to the silent film era. You will be drawn into the story as soon as you start reading. The author has done careful research to bring this era to life. 

Lily Temple is a brilliant silent film actress. She is a master of her craft, however she hides so much underneath. Peter Driscoll, an underground investigator to the wealthy. He has been tasked with with locating the legendary Briarwood Teardrop, an exquisite sapphire, which Lily wears beneath her gown. The more time he spends with Lily the more intrigued with her. 

This story has a little bit of everything. History, mystery, romance and so much more. I loved the character development and seeing Lily and Peter grow throughout the story. The book is well written. 

Thank you to the author and publisher for allowing me to read a copy of this book -- all thoughts are my own.