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Chase & Daniels #4
A Shining Path
There is so much evil in the world … but this one thing we can make right.
The island colony of Arcadia promises hope, prosperity, and tolerance to all who settle there … and asks only that they protect it with their lives. For Caroline and Jo, however, this opportunity could spell disaster, for the island’s owner is none other than Mrs. Masterson. Is her invitation an honest offer, or a deadly lure? And what relation does this Arcadia have to the one in the widow’s paintings—a place accessible only by magic, and the last known location of the monster called Leviathan?
To uncover the truth, Caroline and Jo set out for Arcadia, only to find that each of their fellow travelers has personal reasons for accepting Mrs. Masterson’s offer. Caught between this impromptu army and the might of England and France, knowing at any moment the Leviathan might reappear, they race to stave off the impending violence.
But the further they get, the more they realize that Mrs. Masterson has set herself, and the Leviathan, against a far greater opponent than any one nation. Her success will mean catastrophe for millions, but stopping her may cost Caroline and Jo what they hold most dear: each other.
The island colony of Arcadia promises hope, prosperity, and tolerance to all who settle there … and asks only that they protect it with their lives. For Caroline and Jo, however, this opportunity could spell disaster, for the island’s owner is none other than Mrs. Masterson. Is her invitation an honest offer, or a deadly lure? And what relation does this Arcadia have to the one in the widow’s paintings—a place accessible only by magic, and the last known location of the monster called Leviathan?
To uncover the truth, Caroline and Jo set out for Arcadia, only to find that each of their fellow travelers has personal reasons for accepting Mrs. Masterson’s offer. Caught between this impromptu army and the might of England and France, knowing at any moment the Leviathan might reappear, they race to stave off the impending violence.
But the further they get, the more they realize that Mrs. Masterson has set herself, and the Leviathan, against a far greater opponent than any one nation. Her success will mean catastrophe for millions, but stopping her may cost Caroline and Jo what they hold most dear: each other.
- GenresHistoricalMystery
168 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 2, 2022
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April 11, 2022
The final installment in the now 4 book tale of Jo Chase and Caroline Daniels.
First: Harkworth Hall
Second: Leviathan
Third: The Painter's Widow
I felt this was a far more emotional tale than the previous 3, not that the previous ones didn't pull at the heart-strings - but I think all the drama of the previous books had finally caught up to our protagonists, as they try to end the Leviathan curse, once and for all.
Our characters seem to be taking stock, in the midst of grieving all that has been lost, especially from the last book. Plus worrying for the future, and the dangers that still lurk, and the thoughts that they may not survive. What seems worse, to both lovers, is the idea that one may outlive the other, a thought neither can take. Their bond seemed especially strong and secure in this installment, and I appreciated those moments of tender love and care, plus the discussions between these strong willed characters as they worked together, side by side.
I enjoyed this series immensely, and really think this was a great send-off for these characters, and the story overall. There's still mystery, intrigue, danger, subterfuge and action aplenty along the way - as we learn where the Leviathan is next and what key players are up to and their nefarious plans.
But also a deeper understanding there, that acknowledges the past, present and future. Which created a warm and hopeful ending you feel uplifted by. Things tidy up nicely, but could still always be continued should the author want to. But it's satisfyingly at rest for now, and I feel like our characters deserve that after all the scrapes and stresses they have been through.
First: Harkworth Hall
Second: Leviathan
Third: The Painter's Widow
I felt this was a far more emotional tale than the previous 3, not that the previous ones didn't pull at the heart-strings - but I think all the drama of the previous books had finally caught up to our protagonists, as they try to end the Leviathan curse, once and for all.
Our characters seem to be taking stock, in the midst of grieving all that has been lost, especially from the last book. Plus worrying for the future, and the dangers that still lurk, and the thoughts that they may not survive. What seems worse, to both lovers, is the idea that one may outlive the other, a thought neither can take. Their bond seemed especially strong and secure in this installment, and I appreciated those moments of tender love and care, plus the discussions between these strong willed characters as they worked together, side by side.
I enjoyed this series immensely, and really think this was a great send-off for these characters, and the story overall. There's still mystery, intrigue, danger, subterfuge and action aplenty along the way - as we learn where the Leviathan is next and what key players are up to and their nefarious plans.
But also a deeper understanding there, that acknowledges the past, present and future. Which created a warm and hopeful ending you feel uplifted by. Things tidy up nicely, but could still always be continued should the author want to. But it's satisfyingly at rest for now, and I feel like our characters deserve that after all the scrapes and stresses they have been through.
March 6, 2023
4 stars. A fantastic conclusion to this series. It started off rocky for me with book one but every book after that got better and better. I liked the mystery in this and I really loved the progression of Jo and Caroline’s relationship. The ending had me smiling. A great series and I’d recommend it for the great mysteries and the sweet romance.
September 17, 2022
CAROLINE AND JO SURVIVED EVERYTHING AND GOT MARRIED, IT'S WHAT THEY DESERVE🥰
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June 5, 2023
3.5 Stars
September 11, 2024
I really enjoyed this whole series and it has definitely got me wanting to read more of this author's work.
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