Man of Shadow and Mist (Of Monsters and Men # 2)

Man of Shadow and Mist (Of Monsters and Men # 2)
By: Michelle Griep
Publication Date: June 1, 2023

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Book Description

England, 1890

Vampires are alive and well in North Yorkshire, leastwise in the minds of the uneducated. Librarian Rosa Edwards intends to drive a stake through the heart of such superstitions. But gossip flies when the mysterious Sir James Morgan returns to his shadowy manor. The townsfolk say he is cursed.

James hates everything about England. The weather. The rumors. The scorn. Yet he must stay. His mother is dying of a disease for which he’s desperately trying to find a cure—an illness that will eventually take his own life.

When Rosa sets out to prove the dark gossip about James is wrong, she discovers more questions than answers. How can she accept what she can’t explain—especially the strong allure of the enigmatic man? James must battle a town steeped in fear as well as the unsettling attraction he feels for the no-nonsense librarian.

Can love prevail in a town filled with fear and doubt?

My Review

Man of Mist and Shadows is the second book in the series of Monsters and Men. I found Man of Mist and Shadows captivating and full of intrigue. The story masterfully weaves a tale of mystery and suspense, with a protagonist whose secrets stem from a rare sickness that prevents him from going into the sun.

I loved the characters; each one was unique and memorable. I especially appreciated the growth of the heroine, Rosa, as she learned to speak her mind when it mattered most. It was inspiring to see her find her voice at a time when women were often silenced.

Overall, I would highly recommend this book to readers who enjoy historical mysteries with strong character development and a touch of suspense. It’s an engaging and empowering story that keeps you hooked from start to finish.

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