Manhattan, 1870. Rua knows only two things: her name, and that she has no memories. So when the wealthy Harrington family mistakes Rua for their missing daughter, Emma, Rua goes along with the charade, hoping for answers about who she really is. As she tries to blend into a society she doesn’t remember, she’s drawn to a firmly off-limits the Lord of Donore, a newcomer to Manhattan society who is somehow familiar to Rua.
Finn is new to this side of the Atlantic and knows that the best way to fit in as Lord of Donore is to make friends in high places and play by the rules of society. He knows he shouldn’t become involved with a mysterious, recently missing debutante, but he’s intrigued by Emma Harrington, and Finn has an uncanny feeling that this isn’t the first time they’ve met.
With societal pressures mounting on both sides, Rua is determined to discover the truth about the missing Harrington daughter and her own past. But when her memories begin to return, they’re of a world far stranger than New York and traced in dark magic.
As ancient secrets unfurl in Rua’s memory, Rua and Finn are forced to uncover the mystery of their past and try to save their future. In this gritty and glittering romantasy, nothing and no one is as they seem.
This one was a really interesting mix of historical vibes and mythology, and I loved the idea of Irish gods colliding with Gilded Age New York. The atmosphere was rich and moody, and the mystery around Rua’s lost memories kept me curious. The romance had some great tension, especially with the forbidden, fated feeling between the two leads.
That said, parts of the story felt a little hard to fully connect to emotionally. The pacing dragged in spots, and I wanted the magic and mythology to feel a bit more grounded and clear earlier on. By the time everything started coming together, I was invested, but not completely swept away.
Overall, it was a solid read with a unique premise and strong vibes, just one that didn’t fully click for me the whole way through. A good pick if you enjoy slow burn romantasy with layered secrets and mythological roots.
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