The Rogue of Fifth Avenue by Joanna ShupeMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
"The Rogue of Fifth Avenue" is the first book I've read by Joanna Shupe, but it certainly won't be the last. I really enjoyed the well-developed characters and engaging plot, as well as the setting in Gilded Age New York City. I don't remember reading any other books set in that time period, so it was very interesting for me to learn more about it. I also found the plot details related to Mrs. Porter's criminal case to be quite intriguing. It's funny how some things about our justice system have remained the same over time, while some things were so incredibly different at the time this story would have taken place!
The book's main characters, Frank and Mamie, were incredibly likable, as were Mamie's younger sisters, Florence and Justine. I particularly enjoyed the banter between Frank and Mamie, and their chemistry was electric from their first encounter. I couldn't help but root for them to find a way to be together despite the challenges they faced.
I look forward to reading Justine and Florence's books when they are released!
*ARC provided by the publisher via Edelweiss in exchange for an honest review.
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