Our book club enjoyed the book very much. The plot was fantastic and was surrounded by subplot after subplot. There were unexpected revlations. We felt as if we were in England because the descriptions were so wonderful. The prose was magical, keeping you turning the pages but never giving hints as to what was to come. We recommend the book for lively discussion.

Twisty, surprising plot. Characters were well drawn and complex.

If you like Dickens, solid writing and a story with twists & turns throughout, you will love this book. Set in London/England during Victorian times, a plan is being formulated to bilk a wealthy man out of his money. Although there are lots of characters, it focuses on two girls- the "heiress" and her maid. The book can be slow in parts but the reader will be rewarded for sticking with it. It's a con gone in unpredictable directions.