The Keys to Gramercy Park (Doors to the Past Book 12) by Candice Sue Patterson

 

Investigative historical journalist Andrea Andrews is tired of waiting tables to make ends meet. If she could find and write the next breakout story, she could secure a promotion with Smithsonian Magazine as their writer-at-large. But not much happens in lower Manhattan out of the ordinary until she discovers post-Civil War counterfeit bills hidden in the wall of her historic district apartment.
 
Politics have always been Beau Davidson-Quincy’s passion, despite his family’s real estate empire. His clean image and single status make him a target in the media as he prepares to build his campaign for New York governor. He has nothing to hide until a cute waitress unravels a mystery that could destroy his family’s reputation.
 
Two centuries earlier, wounded Civil War veteran Franklin Davidson lost everything—his house, his wife, his standing in society. In his darkest moment, he’s awarded a position with the newly formed Secret Service to combat the spread of counterfeit U.S. currency. His life and new home in Gramercy Park are the envy of his peers, but nothing is as it seems. Secrets are meant to be kept, and Franklin will take his to his grave.

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About The Author

 Candice Sue Patterson studied at The Institute of Children's Literature and is an elementary librarian. She lives in Indiana with her husband and three sons in a restored farmhouse overtaken by books. When she's not tending to her chickens, snuggling with her Great Pyrenees, or helping children discover books they love, she's working on a new story. Candice writes Modern Vintage Romance--where the past and present collide with faith. For more on Candice and her books, visit www.candicesuepatterson.com.

 

My Review

 I loved this read, from beginning to end the author grabbed me and didn't let go!

Yes, this is a time slip read, from a set of twins back in the 1800's, to a young woman working for the Smithsonian's magazine, and then meeting man who is soon smitten with Andrea, but Beau is running for Governor of NY. How does this all work together? What a great job the author does, meshing the past to the present.

Once again I'm reminded of the horrible mental hospitals that husbands could put wives, to literally get rid of them, what a disgrace, and yes, it does happen in this read!

There are so many twists and turns, along with some sweet romance thrown in! Is there justice? I remind myself that yes, maybe not how I wanted it, but there will be.

You don't want this great addition to "The Door's To The Past" series!

I received this book through Net Galley and the Publisher Barbour, and was not required to give a positive review.