Shanker, Tarun, and
Kelly Zekas. These Vicious Masks. Macmillan/Swoon Reads 2016 298p $9.99
ISBN 978-1-250-07389-1 jr/sr Mystery/Detective VG
This is the story for anyone who wants a Victorian novel
with a historical flair and some mysticism thrown into the mix. Readers will enjoy
the fast pace and action-infused story, in which Evelyn discovers that people
with special powers are to be dealt with carefully.
The story is set in 19th-century England. Evelyn takes off after her disappearing sister to avoid a scandal, even though polite society frowns on women traveling alone. Fortunately, she finds some friends who can help her locate her sister and reach the undesirable parts of town. Readers will enjoy the love triangle, the mystery, and the intrigue that provide a fast-moving story.
The story is set in 19th-century England. Evelyn takes off after her disappearing sister to avoid a scandal, even though polite society frowns on women traveling alone. Fortunately, she finds some friends who can help her locate her sister and reach the undesirable parts of town. Readers will enjoy the love triangle, the mystery, and the intrigue that provide a fast-moving story.
This book represents the collaboration of two debuting
authors, Tarun Shanker and Kelly Zekas. It is the romantic and magical story of
a young girl who comes to understand her powers and her heart’s inclinations.
Summary: This is the story for anyone who wants a
Victorian novel with a historical flair and some mysticism thrown into the mix.
Readers will enjoy the fast pace and action-infused story, in which Evelyn
discovers that people with special powers are to be dealt with carefully.
Romance-Fiction, Mystery-Fiction --Linda McNeil
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