1921 Philly

Jenny Adams: A Poisonous Silence

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Deadly Twenties #2

I think the mark of a good writer is often seen in book two of a series.  In book one, the author has put in everything – every twinkly, sparkly element they’ve had in mind forever.  When it works, it’s magical.  Jenny Adams’ debut, A Deadly Endeavor, was just such a beginning.  Excellent, rich, main characters, interesting setting, and good storyline.  In this book, the second in her series, she proves her chops, with a more focused plot line and continuing the development of her main characters, who are estranged as the book opens. read more

Jenny Adams: A Deadly Endeavor

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Set in 1921 Philly, this lively series debut finds its characters affected by both the war and the influenza pandemic.  Heroine Edie Shippen returns home after suffering through the flu and nursing her San Francisco aunt just in time for her twin sister Frances’ engagement party to Edie’s former beau, Theo.  She isn’t even planning to attend until her maid Jenny convinces, telling her she looks too good to miss it.  Edie, who seems remarkably unaware of her own charms, does agree, but for her the occasion is only saved by an encounter with her rebellious cousin, Rebecca. read more