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    Where the Light Enters - The Waverly Place by Sara Donati
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    "Where the Light Enters" by Sara Donati is a historical fiction novel set in 1880s New York City, following the lives of two female doctors, Dr. Anna Savard Mezzanote and Dr. Sophie Savard Verhoeven. The story delves into the challenges these women face while practicing medicine in a male-dominated field, along with themes of prejudice, women's rights, and social issues of the time. The plot includes elements of mystery, investigative procedures, and family dynamics, all wrapped in rich historical detail and vivid descriptions of the era.

    The writing style of Sara Donati in "Where the Light Enters" is praised for its ability to transport readers to the late 19th century, with to die for historical details and a palpable setting of New York City. is commended for its well-researched portrayal of various immigrant neighborhoods, religious communities, and the struggles faced by women in pursuing their careers and advocating for their rights. The characters, especially the strong and intelligent women, are highlighted for their depth and authenticity, evolving throughout the story in a way that mirrors the changes in real life.

    To travel from an alpine village some six thousand feet above sea level to a port on the Mediterranean was not a simple undertaking in winter with so many of the mountain passes closed, but it went wi...

    (Also, see 100 recommendations for the series The Waverly Place )

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    Murder on Millionaires' Row - Rose Gallagher Mystery by Erin Lindsey
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    Rose Gallagher, a housemaid on Fifth Avenue, embarks on a daring mission to find her missing employer, Mr. Thomas Wiltshire. Unraveling a world of ghosts, shades, and occult wonders, Rose navigates through a fast-paced paranormal adventure with elements of romance sprinkled in. Set in Gilded Age Manhattan in 1886, the novel follows Rose's journey as she defies societal norms and dives into a mysterious case involving murder, kidnapping, Irish gangs, Pinkerton agents, witches, and more. The story is narrated in the first person from Rose's perspective, offering an intimate look into her character and the atmospheric setting of historic New York.

    As I tell you this story, I’ll thank you to remember that I was young and in love. That’s not an excuse, but if you’re looking to understand what happened on that day in January 1886—what really happe...

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    The Murder of the Century: The Gilded Age Crime that Scandalized a City and Sparked the Tabloid Wars by Paul Collins
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    In "The Murder of the Century: The Gilded Age Crime that Scandalized a City and Sparked the Tabloid Wars" by Paul Collins, readers are taken back to 1897 New York City, where a gruesome murder of William Guldensuppe sets off a fierce competition between newspaper giants Joseph Pulitzer and William Randolph Hearst. The book delves into the sensational murder case, the subsequent investigations, and the intense rivalry between the newspapers, offering a vivid portrayal of the tabloid wars and the role of yellow journalism in shaping public opinion during that era.

    Collins weaves together the narrative of the murder mystery with the intense media coverage and the power struggle between Pulitzer's New York World and Hearst's New York Journal. Through detailed research and engaging storytelling, the author captures the essence of the Gilded Age, highlighting the sensationalism, the fierce competition, and the blurred lines between journalism and crime investigation in late 19th-century New York.

    IT WAS A SLOW AFTERNOON for news. The newsboys along the East River piers still readied themselves on a scorching summer Saturday for the incoming ferry passengers from Brooklyn, armed with innumerabl...

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    The Nurse's Secret by Amanda Skenandore
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    The Nurse's Secret by Amanda Skenandore is a historical fiction novel set in 1880s New York City, focusing on Una, a professional thief who enters a probationary nurses' training program at Bellevue Hospital. The story unfolds with Una navigating her past, a budding romance, suspicions of mysterious deaths, and the challenges of class struggle, male dominance, and medical ignorance. Skenandore's writing style intricately weaves together elements of medical history, criminal mystery, romance, and social commentary, creating a multi-faceted narrative that immerses readers in Una's world.


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    Book 2 in the series:The Knickerbocker Club

    Magnate - The Knickerbocker Club by Joanna Shupe
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    In "Magnate" by Joanna Shupe, readers are transported to the Gilded era of New York in the late 19th century, where self-made men clash with old world money. The story follows Emmett, a self-made magnate, and Elizabeth, a strong-willed woman who defies societal norms to run her own investment firm. As Emmett challenges Elizabeth to prove herself in the male-dominated world of finance, a slow-burn romance filled with teasing attraction and banter ensues. Despite their mutual respect and admiration, insecurities and scandals add layers of drama to their relationship, culminating in a forced marriage that tests their boundaries and feelings.

    The book is praised for its detailed portrayal of the time and place, rich secondary characters from various social classes, and the historical conventions and limitations that shape the characters' actions. The author's writing style is commended for its sizzling romantic scenes that build tension and desire, as well as the depth of character development that allows readers to empathize with the protagonists' struggles and motivations.

    If given the choice between bears and bulls, Lizzie vastly preferred the bull. Bears were tentative and sluggish, whereas bulls charged forward and caused things to happen. She had finally decided to ...

    (Also, see 100 recommendations for the series The Knickerbocker Club )

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    Sex Wars: A Novel of Gilded Age New York by Marge Piercy
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    Sex Wars by Marge Piercy is a historical fiction novel set in Gilded Age New York, focusing on the battle for women's equality in the late 19th century. The book intertwines the stories of real historical figures like Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Victoria Woodhull, and Anthony Comstock with a fictional character named Freydeh Levin, a Jewish Russian immigrant. The narrative delves into the struggles faced by women in a society where they had limited control over their own bodies, legal matters, and freedom, shedding light on important historical events and figures through meticulous research and storytelling.

    VICTORIA WAS READING the enormous book their landlady on Greene Street kept in her parlor. She was lying in bed with her temporary lover, Charlie, who was sleeping in on his back, snoring lightly She ...

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    The Devil of Downtown - Uptown Girls by Joanna Shupe
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    'The Devil of Downtown' by Joanna Shupe is a historical romance set in the gilded age of New York City. The story follows the unlikely relationship between Justine, a do-gooder with a charitable heart, and Jack Mulligan, a ruthless Kingpin ruling over New York's underworld. Despite their differences, Justine seeks Jack's help in solving a case for her charity, leading to a complex and intense connection between the two characters. The book delves into themes of classism, violence, and the challenges of a forbidden romance between two individuals from opposite worlds.

    The novel is praised for its compelling plot, engaging writing style, and the sizzling chemistry between the main characters, Jack and Justine. Readers are drawn into the story by the emotional depth of the characters, the well-paced romance, and the vivid portrayal of New York City in the 1800s. As the relationship between Jack and Justine unfolds, the book explores themes of loyalty, redemption, and the power of love to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles.

    She didn’t think about what to do next. Instead, instinct took over. She leaned away from the knife and threw out an arm, knocking the large hand away. Spinning, she made a fist and punched the attack...

    (Also, see 100 recommendations for the series Uptown Girls )

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    Lions and Lace - Van Alen Sisters by Meagan McKinney
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    Lions and Lace by Meagan McKinney is a historical romance set in Gilded Age New York, revolving around a marriage of convenience between an Irish businessman seeking revenge and a rich heiress. The story is filled with angst, misunderstandings, and a complex relationship dynamic between the alpha-hole hero and the innocent heroine. The writing style is described as old school, with elements of bodice-ripper romance and a focus on the heroine's point of view.

    From the filmy web of lace at the bedroom window, Alice Diana Van Alen looked down at Washington Square, made dark by looming nightfall and the storm. Below, rain pounded the streets, scouring the her...

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    The Widow of Rose House by Diana Biller
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    Set in New York City during the Guilded Age of the 1870s, "The Widow of Rose House" by Diana Biller follows Alva Webster, a young widow with a scandalous reputation, as she returns to the city to restore an abandoned and haunted mansion. Alva's plans are disrupted when her construction crew abandons the job due to ghostly sightings, leading her to seek help from Professor Samuel Moore, an inventor with his own interest in the house. As Alva and Sam work together to uncover the truth behind the haunting, a slow-burning romance develops between them, despite Alva's reluctance to trust again after her abusive marriage.

    The book is praised for its rich historical setting, engaging storyline that combines romance, ghostly elements, and a slow-burning romance, and well-developed characters like Alva and Sam. The plot weaves together themes of restoration, haunted houses, and trust issues, creating a charming and endearing debut novel that captures the essence of the Guilded Age in New York City.

    Alva Penrose Rensselaer Webster had been inside Delmonico’s for nine seconds before Mrs. Henry Biddington asked the maître d’hôtel to throw her out. Alva knew because she’d counted them out: one, no o...

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    The Prince of Broadway - Uptown Girls by Joanna Shupe
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    Set in New York City's Gilded Age, "The Prince of Broadway" by Joanna Shupe follows the forbidden love story between an uptown girl, Florence Greene, and a downtown boy, Clayton Madden. Florence, a risk-taker and gambler, defies societal norms by aspiring to open a casino for women. Seeking mentorship, she approaches Clayton, the owner of a successful gambling house, unaware of his hidden revenge plans against her father. As their attraction grows, Clayton must choose between his thirst for revenge and his feelings for Florence, leading to a complex and passionate relationship. The book is described as a historical romance with sensual scenes, intriguing side characters, and a unique take on the traditional happy ending.

    Clayton Madden stood in a back room inside his casino, scowling at the man kneeling on the carpet. Tears and snot leaked all over the man’s face, his pleas for mercy echoing off the bare plaster walls...

    (Also, see 100 recommendations for the series Uptown Girls )

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