The Treasures of Venice by Loucinda McGary
Although her fiancé dumped her a few weeks before the wedding, Samantha decided to take the non-refundable honeymoon in Italy by herself. Suddenly, the handsome Irishman Keirnan walks up to her in a Venetian café. She jumps at the adventure Keirnan presents to her, but soon finds herself intertwined in a dangerous situation.
Since a group of men held Kiernan’s sister random, Kiernan was desperate to find the Jewels of Madonna somewhere in Venice. He uses the single Samantha to deter his followers, but discovers he feels a connection with the intelligent librarian. Knowing the situation is dangerous, he tries to push her away, but neither Kiernan nor Samantha can deny their attraction.
The Treasures of Venice hooked me in the very first chapter. I found the story interesting because not only is the book told in the perspectives of Samantha and Kiernan, but also flashbacks to fifteenth-century Venice tell the history of the Jewels of Madonna. Therefore, the story is well rounded and feels complete, especially since the background of the Jewels is made apparent to the readers.
I feel sorry for Samantha because she had no chance of protecting herself from the smooth-talking, sexy Kiernan. I enjoyed watching their relationship change and grow to a point they became reliant on each other. Their romance was sweet and felt appropriate within this story, especially how their story paralleled the story of the Jewels.
Also, the pacing was done quite well. There is a sense of urgency throughout the story, which pushes the storyline forward with few lulls in pacing.
I recommend The Treasures of Venice for anyone wanting a contemporary, suspenseful romance with a historical romantic twist. A truly wonderful story!
BookingIt Grade: A
- Publisher: Sourcebooks
- Pages: 318
- Release Date: September 1, 2009
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