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An Unsuitable Heir

Book 3 in the series:Sins of the Cities

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'An Unsuitable Heir' is the final installment in the 'Sins of the Cities' trilogy by K.J. Charles. The book follows the story of Pen, a genderfluid trapeze artist who unexpectedly discovers he is the heir to an earldom. As Pen grapples with his identity and desires, he forms a romantic connection with Mark, a one-armed detective. The narrative intertwines romance, mystery, and themes of family acceptance and self-discovery. Readers praised the diverse representation of characters, historical accuracy, and the way the author seamlessly weaves together individual stories with an overarching mystery that spans the trilogy.

Characters:

The characters are diverse and well-crafted, with narratives that resonate on both personal and societal levels.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is immersive and thematic, effectively bringing historical context and character struggles to life.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot involves Pen navigating his identity and role as heir while dealing with murder threats and family complexities.

Setting:

The setting provides a rich historical context that enhances the narrative's themes and character dynamics.

Pacing:

The pacing effectively balances plot advancement and character exploration, keeping readers engaged.
Omens ought to come with fanfare. That was how it was in the theatre. Prophecies and foretellings of great events were delivered by three sinister women around a cauldron on a blasted heath, or a toga...

Notes:

An Unsuitable Heir is the third book in the Sins of the Cities trilogy.
The book features Pen, a genderfluid character, who struggles with societal acceptance.
Pen is a trapeze artist and wants nothing to do with his inherited earldom.
Mark, a detective, becomes romantically involved with Pen.
The story is set in late Victorian England and mixes romance with mystery.
The plot includes a murder mystery that spans the trilogy.
Pen's character is described as whiny, self-absorbed, but also complex.
Readers appreciated the historical accuracy and research in the book.
The author, K.J. Charles, is known for well-developed queer characters in her works.
The book addresses themes of identity, acceptance, and family drama.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

The book includes medium content warnings, particularly relating to themes of violence, identity struggles, and societal rejection.

Has Romance?

Yes, there is a significant romantic element in 'An Unsuitable Heir,' making it a central part of the story.

From The Publisher:

A private detective finds passion, danger, and the love of a lifetime when he hunts down a lost earl in Victorian London. On the trail of an aristocrat’s secret son, enquiry agent Mark Braglewicz finds his quarry in a music hall, performing as a trapeze artist with his twin sister.

Graceful, beautiful, elusive, and strong, Pen Starling is like nobody Mark’s ever met—and everything he’s ever wanted. But the long-haired acrobat has an earldom and a fortune to claim.

Pen doesn’t want to live as any sort of man, least of all a nobleman. The thought of being wealthy, titled, and always in the public eye is horrifying. He likes his life now—his days on the trapeze, his nights with Mark. And he won’t be pushed into taking a title that would destroy his soul.

But there’s a killer stalking London’s foggy streets, and more lives than just Pen’s are at risk. Mark decides he must force the reluctant heir from music hall to manor house, to save Pen’s neck. Betrayed by the one man he thought he could trust, Pen never wants to see his lover again.

But when the killer comes after him, Pen must find a way to forgive—or he might not live long enough for Mark to make amends. Don’t miss any of the captivating Sins of the Cities novels: AN UNSEEN ATTRACTION | AN UNNATURAL VICE | AN UNSUITABLE HEIR And look for the enticing Society of Gentlemen series by KJ Charles: THE RUIN OF GABRIEL ASHLEIGH | A FASHIONABLE INDULGENCE | A SEDITIOUS AFFAIR | A GENTLEMAN’S POSITION This ebook includes an excerpt from another Loveswept title.

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