It’s 1871, and Emmeline Carter is
poised to take Chicago’s high society by storm.
Between her father’s sudden
rise to wealth and her recent engagement to Chicago’s most eligible bachelor,
Emmeline has it all. But she can’t stop thinking about the life she left
behind, including her childhood sweetheart, Anders Magnuson.
Fiona Byrne, Emmeline’s childhood
best friend, is delighted by her friend’s sudden rise to prominence, especially
since it means Fiona is free to pursue Anders herself. But when Emmeline risks
everything for one final fling with Anders, Fiona feels completely betrayed.
As the summer turns to fall, the
city is at a tipping point: friendships are tested, hearts are broken, and the
tiniest spark might set everything ablaze.
“The action-packed ending leads to an apogee that will
appeal to lovers of soap operas.” (Kirkus Reviews)
“A steamy romance set amid the tragic Chicago fire of 1871 that will intrigue fans of dramatic, swoony historical fiction.” (School Library Journal)
“A steamy romance set amid the tragic Chicago fire of 1871 that will intrigue fans of dramatic, swoony historical fiction.” (School Library Journal)