Monday, September 2, 2024

Carrie Turnasky: A Token of Love

By Kelly Bridgewater

Separated by centuries, the lives of two women intertwine through their shared pursuit of love, truth, and justice.

In 1885 London, Lillian Freemont embarks on a treacherous journey to reunite with her long-lost niece, Alice, who was abandoned at the Foundling Hospital eight years ago. Fueled by her sister's plea and armed with the gold token that identifies her niece, Lillian teams up with investigative reporter Matthew McGivern to expose the grim reality of the shadowed streets of London. As Lillian and Matthew unravel the mystery of Alice's disappearance, their partnership blossoms into one of shared purpose and undeniable attraction.

In present-day London, Janelle Spencer finds herself unexpectedly running the Foundling Museum. When filmmaker Jonas Conrad arrives to document the museum's history, their collaboration takes a surprising turn as they uncover articles from the past that shed light on a haunting connection to the present. As Janelle becomes caught between exposing the truth and protecting the museum's reputation, she must decide if she can risk everything for what she believes.


 

My Thoughts:

A Token of Love by Carrie Turansky highlights the world of Human Trafficking in modern times and in the past. In London, Turansky focuses on a foundling hospital and the good work that they do for orphans, but then there is a dark, seedy side to the organization. Both stories depend on something that happened in the past, and how it reflects and affects the future storyline. The plot was a little sad that human trafficking still happens today as it did in the past. Readers will enjoy how Turansky weaves the two storylines seamlessly. The characters dove deep into their emotions. I really enjoyed how Turansky created a storyline that depended on the historical aspects. The plot kept my attention, and I wanted to see how the happily-ever-after moment would happen. I loved seeing the setting of London, and how Turansky will draw readers into the setting as much as the plot. As for the spiritual element, it was most definitely there, and I enjoy how it flowed naturally from certain characters. Overall, A Token of Love by Carrie Turansky is an eye-opening historical novel that has great characters that captured my attention. I recommend this book.

I received a complimentary copy of A Token of Love by Carrie Turansky from Bethany House Publishers, but the opinions stated are all my own.

My Rating: 4 out of 5 stars

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