Boy, oh boy, can Jocelyn Green tell a story! This is the second title I've read by this author and I am duly impressed yet again.
We meet Lauren, an assistant curator of Egyptian art for The Met, who is certainly ahead of her time in her career for a woman in the 1920s. But make no mistake, she can hold her own. Following a case of a forger among New York's elite, Detective Joe Caravello onboards Lauren (an old childhood friend) to help him discover the truth. What transpires is a winding mystery that had me invested from the beginning.
Ms. Green reigns supreme when it comes to historical fact finding. This story takes place shortly after the discovery of King Tut's tomb, when Egyptian artifacts were all the rage in the US. Without a doubt, the author does her homework with respect to the rich history surrounding this time period and the discoveries made. I learned so much!
I really enjoyed the mystery and intrigue, the tasteful romance, and the historical accuracy. So buckle up for an exciting adventure - you won't want to miss this treasure (pun intended😜)!
Many thanks to partners @bethanyhousefiction , @netgalley , and @author_jocelyn_green for this #gifted review copy! What an enjoyable novel!
Read 3/14/23
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