The Elusive Truth of Lily Temple

A Tale of Intrigue with an Alice in Wonderland Vibe

What a delicious read! This story has all the things: intrigue, romance, danger, an ending that makes you sit back and clasp the book to your heart with a smile on your face. Add in the quirky feel of Alice in Wonderland and you've got a tale that's sure to become a favorite on your bookshelf. Another winner for author Joanna Davidson Politano!

Here’s a blurb:

Peter Driscoll, an underground investigator to the wealthy, has never met anyone like Lily Temple. The beautiful silent-film actress spins fairy tales and plays frivolous roles in front of the cine-camera, but beneath the costumes and stage makeup is a woman with a quick wit--and a murky past.

Peter has been tasked with locating the legendary Briarwood Teardrop, an exquisite sapphire, which Lily wears beneath her gown. In order to stay close to her and hopefully unravel the mystery of her story--and the sapphire--Peter employs Lily's help on a case, which leads to a useful partnership. But as they are investigating together, Peter is also investigating Lily. The closer he gets to the truth, the more danger they face. And the closer he gets to Lily, the clearer it is that he needs her even more than she needs him.

Award-winning author Joanna Davidson Politano whisks you away to Edwardian England in 1903 for a whimsical and layered tale that treads the crooked line between real and make-believe.