This novel was recommended a few months back in Notebook magazine. I thought the story line looked interesting, and a little different to the books I've been reading lately.
It is set in the 1920's, when women were trying to find their way professionally, and release their ties to remaining in the home, at least until they were married. The main character is trying to do just that, by studying and practicing as a lawyer, but trying to overcome the chauvanistic attitudes of her colleagues, all the while trying to solve a murder case and save children from a child's home.
Being over 30 during that period, she has pretty much resigned herself to the fact that she'll never be married, but the story does bring in a love interest. The book also deals with the aftermath of the first world war, and its
effect on her family.
In general the book was pretty good. It was well written, and even though the middle was a little slow, the pace towards the end made up for that.
Star Rating :: 3 out of 5
