by Renée Ahdieh
First published 2019
In the shimmering city of New Orleans, 1872, Celine Rousseau seeks a fresh start. But when the mystery of a series of gruesome murders embroils her, she must navigate the treacherous underworld of the Crescent City. Drawn to a handsome, enigmatic man named Sébastien, Celine finds herself torn between her growing feelings and the looming danger that threatens them both. As the stakes rise, Celine must uncover the truth before time runs out.
Genres: romance, historical-fiction, mystery, 19th-century
Vibes: atmospheric, dark, suspenseful
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, mystery-and-suspense
480 pages · Paperback · Nancy Paulsen Books