Series: The Brotherhood, #2
Tropes & Traits: class difference
Publication Date: 05.01.20
Genre/Setting: Historical; Victorian, M/M
Rating: 5/5
Stephen Siddel has a lot on his plate as the director of an orphanage for girls in one of London's poorest neighborhoods. He's well-respected in the community and beloved as a father by his girls. But when potential donor Max walks through his doors, Stephen finds himself facing enormous temptation.
As the fourth son of an illustrious duke, Lord Maxwell Hillsboro is often overlooked, but he's determined to do some good in the world and distance himself from the high society he despises. Patronizing an orphanage recommended to him by The Brotherhood seems a good place to start. When he meets Stephen and the girls, Max knows he's found where he belongs, even though his devotion to the orphanage puts both himself and Stephen in danger.
When a girl from Stephen's orphanage and two boys from a neighboring orphanage run by nuns go missing from a concert they were giving in a private home, Stephen, Max, and the haughty Sister Constance must work together to save them. They soon discover that the disappearances are part of a much larger kidnapping ring and staying focused on the investigation proves a challenge, especially when it could destroy both Max and Stephen as well as their friends from the Brotherhood.
This is the sort of book I only really read for Merry, but I couldn't put it down. It was both sweet and poignant, along with featuring nasty villains and action to keep me engrossed. I can't wait for the ring to be found out and the kidnappers brought to justice.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
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