Talented author Elizabeth Camden has concluded her Blackstone Legacy series with yet another riveting novel featuring Liam Blackstone and Maggie Molinaro. Hearts of Steel is overflowing with rich historical history and captivating characters. Set in New York in 1902, this book has Liam and Maggie teaming together to fight corruption within the city. The main characters were colorful, engaging, and plucky, and I enjoyed seeing their relationship change and grow. It was fun seeing some of the people from the first two books showing up to help Liam and Maggie with their quest. Liam impressed me with his determination to learn and overcome his weaknesses and his early upbringing. Maggie’s hard work and resolve to succeed was also exemplary.
I always learn much about little slices of history from Camden’s books, and this one is no exception. The historical notes from the author in the back of the book stated that the main corrupt businessman in the story, Charles W. Morse, actually existed and used extortion, threats, and bribery to force competitors and others out of business.
With plenty of suspense, action, inspiration, and romance, this book kept me turning the pages. It’s a fantastic addition to the series. Messages of faith, hope, strength through adversity, and the importance of family combine to add depth to this enthralling tale.
*I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy from Bethany House Publishers. All opinions are my own.4.5 stars
BackCover Blurb:
His steel empire has catapulted him to the top of the world, but loving her could cost him everything.
Maggie
Molinaro survived a hardscrabble childhood in the downtrodden streets
of Manhattan to become a successful businesswoman. After a decade of
sacrifice, she now owns a celebrated ice cream company. But when she
offends a corrupt banker, she unwittingly sets off a series of
calamities that threaten to destroy her life's work.
Liam
Blackstone is a charismatic steel magnate committed to overhauling
factory conditions for the steelworkers of America. Standing in his way
is the same villain determined to ruin Maggie. What begins as a
practical alliance to defeat a common enemy soon evolves into a romance
between two wounded people determined to beat the odds.
A
spiraling circle of treachery grows increasingly dangerous as Liam and
Maggie risk their lives and fortunes for the good of the city. It will
require all their wit and ingenuity to protect everything--and
everyone--they hold dear.
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