The Lady Glass ~ Review

The Lady Glass
An Enchanted Regency Romance #3
By Anneka R. Walker

Theresia Dvor lost everything on the day her father died. Everything except the priceless crystal vase her father left her in his will. But her step-mother has kept the vase from her while hiding her away in a boarding school for nearly a decade. With a bid for a life of her own Theresia determines to take back what is hers only to discover it has been sold. Not to be thwarted from her prized possession Theresia follows the vase to Ashbury Court and into a danger she never expected. 

When Theresia's plan to discover the whereabouts of her vase find her take an unexpected turn she finds herself reluctantly accepting help from Captain Rolland Reese. Rolland is a man who must stop a murderer from killing his father and Theresia's unexpected appearance and anonymity provide a chance to uncover the truth before it is too late. 

The Glass Lady is a Regency-era retelling of Cinderella and it is most delightfully spun into a unique tale that is identifiable as Cinderella but on a subtle barely there whisper. I loved all the layers that came together in this thoroughly satisfying read. Theresia is wholly new and refreshing wronged heroine who refuses to sit idly by while her life is stolen from her. Her isolation from society has left her with an innocence that leads her into situations she hasn't fully thought out beforehand. Fortunately Rolland, though scarred by all he experienced by his service, has a kindhearted nature and aids her how he can. 

This book is part of the author's Enchanted Regency Romance series but it can easily be read and enjoyed as a standalone title. The book is well written, the characters engaging and the villain reveal is definitely well executed keeping it well hidden throughout the book. A definite addition to your TBR list, especially if you are a fan of Historical Romance or Regency Fiction.

I was provided a complimentary copy of this book with no expectations but that I provide my honest opinion. All thoughts expressed are my own.

BOOK DESCRIPTION

Theresia Dvorak has nothing left of her parents—nothing save her dowry, a priceless crystal vase stolen and sold by her own stepmother. Theresia will do anything to secure what is rightfully hers—even assume a false identity and steal her future back. When she gains entrance to a house party and has a memorable run-in with the handsome naval captain Rolland Reese, her mission is compromised. She swore never to trust an Englishman again, but when he makes a daring proposal she cannot refuse, she must work side by side with him if either of them is to achieve their aim.

Rolland is stunned when his homecoming from the war takes a decidedly deadly turn. The quickest solution is to throw a house party and invite all the suspects. With the stakes incredibly high, Rolland must root out the killer before they turn their sights to the next potential victim: his own father. The mysterious Theresia is undoubtedly the most suspicious of his guests, but against all odds, he finds himself risking everything to protect her. As Rolland unravels a tangle of clues, he faces the greatest threats of all: a heart of fire and a future as fragile as glass.

AUTHOR BIO

Anneka R. Walker is a best-selling author of historical and contemporary romance. With humor and an abundance of heart, she crafts uplifting stories you won't soon forget. She is the winner of the Swoony Award, the LDSPMA Praiseworthy Award, and various chapter contests. Her books have received praise from Publishers Weekly, Historical Novel Society, Midwest Book Review, and Readers Favorite. She graduated from Brigham Young University-Idaho with a bachelor’s degree in English and history and hopes to never stop learning. She is a blessed wife, proud mother of five, lover of Jesus, connoisseur of chocolate, and believer in happy endings.