Book Review: ‘These Violet Delights: A Novel’ By Madeleine Roux

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The book is in stores on Tuesday, November 4th from Dell. Click on the link to buy a copy. https://amzn.to/3W5Kl4Q

London in the year 1818, and Violet Arden, a watercolor artist, has caused a scandal and is sent away from London to the countryside, after having an affair with her French teacher. She is at her cousin’s house when she meets up with an old friend, Alasdair Kerr, they were friends when they were kids, even though their families had a feud. She is not happy with him, as she overheard him say something about her art. They slowly get to be friendly again, especially when he helps her save a cat in a fire. They decide to team up to try and find who set the fire. They also begin a courtship, much to the chagrin of his mother, who doesn’t want them together. Can they fight their feelings for each other and ignore their families, is what they must figure out. A world of art, romance and a look at a female painter. Following the two along as they get close is refreshing and fun, and you root for them to be together.