A Reflection of Shadows
A Historical Fantasy Romance
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5.0 • 3 Ratings
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Publisher Description
A thief with golden eyes. The spy who loves her. A mad scientist who will break hearts to expose her secrets.
Shunned for her odd eyes and an unnerving habit of slipping into shadows, Lady Colleen Stewart refuses to be caged—should she decide to marry, it’ll be for love and to a man of her choice. After all, she’d rather be racing over rooftops than waltzing across ballroom floors. So when the only man to ever tempt her heart invites her on a covert mission, she leaps into danger.
Nicholas Torrington, Queen’s agent, is running out of time. While work has him chasing his tail, his sister grows increasingly ill, and Colleen, the woman he would make his bride, has acquired another, determined suitor. To coax his favorite thief back into his arms, he’ll break every rule and lead her through the underbelly of London on a hunt for a mad scientist and a cure for his sister.
But the discovery of a burned-out laboratory provides more questions than answers, and they find themselves caught in a deadly game where they have become the prey. Surviving the ambitions of their pursuers will bring everything into sharp focus as they risk their very lives.
Enjoy this story by historical fantasy romance author Anne Renwick where you'll unravel mysteries and defy conventions in a world where danger lurks around every corner.
A Reflection of Shadows is a steampunk-infused gaslamp fantasy romance where secrets thrive in the dark and loyalty is tested at every turn. When a daring thief with golden eyes joins forces with the spy who loves her, their hunt for a mad scientist becomes a deadly game—one that could cost them everything. Perfect for readers who enjoy Gail Carriger, Bec McMaster, Jacquelyn Benson and Mary Robinette Kowal.
The third story in the Elemental Web Tales, A Reflection of Shadows can be enjoyed as a standalone and delivers a steamy romance with a guaranteed happily ever after—where love survives secrets, danger, and the dark corners of London.
ELEMENTAL WEB CHRONICLES: The Golden Spider, The Silver Skull, The Iron Fin, Venomous Secrets, Icy Betrayals
ELEMENTAL WEB TALES: A Trace of Copper, In Pursuit of Dragons, A Reflection of Shadows, A Snowflake at Midnight, A Ghost in Amber, A Whisper of Bone, Flight of the Scarab
ELEMENTAL WEB STORIES: The Tin Rose, Kraken and Canals, Rust and Steam, Black Sand and Blood
Customer Reviews
Terrific steampunk story
At the base this is a love story but there is so much more to it. This is the first book that I have read of Anne Renwick’s and I will definitely be reading more. This book was well written and very compelling as it combines adventure, romance, science and steampunk. In fact I think that this book embodies the best of what steampunk is. I highly recommend this book.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Intriguing
A fabulous story that had me intrigued from the beginning. It’s a definite read for everyone. JackieT
Distinctive blend of science and supposition
Fiercely independent heroines who are sassy and unique. Alpha heroes with a strong romantic streak. And villains you just love to hate. All this with the author’s distinctive blend of science and supposition. Into this world walk Colleen and Nick; the lady sneak thief and the Queen’s agent. Both of them are searching for solutions to their problems, little realizing that they might be each other’s best answers. I adore the books in this series. The only thing I don’t like about them is when I reach the end and they’re over. Already I’m craving my next foray into this fascinating steampunk world.
I received a complimentary advanced copy of this book from the author.