Shadows of the White City
- Fiction
- Publisher: Bethany House (Baker Publishing Group)
- Published: 2021
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Publisher's Description
The one thing Sylvie Townsend wants most is what she feared she was destined never to have--a family of her own. But taking in Polish immigrant Rose Dabrowski to raise and love quells those fears--until seventeen-year-old Rose goes missing at the World's Fair, and Sylvie's world unravels. Brushed off by the authorities, Sylvie turns to her boarder, Kristof Bartok, for help. He is Rose's violin instructor and the concertmaster for the Columbian Exposition Orchestra, and his language skills are vital to helping Sylvie navigate the immigrant communities where their search leads. From the glittering architecture of the fair to the dark houses of Chicago's poorest neighborhoods, they're taken on a search that points to Rose's long-lost family. Is Sylvie willing to let the girl go? And as Kristof and Sylvie grow closer, can she reconcile her craving for control with her yearning to belong?
Endorsements (6)
“Veiled in Smoke offers a story line that draws the reader into the personal lives and historical events of nineteenth-century Chicago on the eve of the Great Fire. Jocelyn Green is a masterful storyteller who understands the power of the narrative tale and its impact on historical reality.”
“History breathes new life in Jocelyn Green’s latest—a masterwork of immersive storytelling set against the backdrop of the 1893 Chicago World’s Fair. The story whisks readers into one vivid moment after another as characters navigate the complexities of a cityscape thrust on an eclectic world’s stage. With the gloriously independent heroine Sylvie, whose own story breaks the mold set for women of the time, and the steady Kristof, whose affable character belies a deep-seated strength readers will admire, Green intertwines romance and intrigue in a true symphony of words. From the lavish sights, sounds, and scents of the bustling exposition to the action-packed streets of Chicago’s underbelly, Shadows of the White City is a dazzling spectacle—worthy of the grand exhibition itself!”
“Sometimes when you lose someone dear, you end up finding yourself. So it is for Sylvie and Rose. Venture into all the magic, intrigue, romance, and even danger of the Chicago World’s Fair. Shadows of the White City is a delightful—though at times heartrending—read written by one of my favorite authors, the talented Jocelyn Green.”
““In Veiled in Smoke, Green frames a story of loss and redemption with sensory details, a nuanced historical backdrop, and an intelligent eye for flawed and utterly engaging characters. Shadows of the ongoing War Between the States as well as a deep literary resonance underscore what is, at its core, a study of the fallacies and strengths of the human heart. Green’s eye for suspense is coupled with her passion for an American city on the rise. A thoroughly enriching and thoughtful reading experience by an absolute master of inspirational fiction.”
“With her trademark insight and skill, Green weaves an enthralling story with characters who beautifully combine the best of intentions with their own faults and flaws in a perfect echo of life. Shadows of the White City is a symphony of second chances sure to touch your heart and soul.”
“Historical romance fans will devour this newest novel from beloved author Jocelyn Green. An evocative tale about surrendered dreams and life’s unexpected bends in the road, Shadows of the White City satisfies in every way!”
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