Here is my review for the novel, A Fire in Their Hearts by Philip Paris, publishing later next month:
Historical fiction is my favourite genre, so I was captivated by the description. The prologue really drew me into this story, but unfortunately it is a slow read until the book catches up to where we met the main characters in the prologue. After that, I enjoyed the read and learning about the history of Coventers in Scotland.
Samuel feels like a back character in this novel, whereas Violet goes through major character development in Barbados. Bittersweet ending that may have some readers feeling disappointed.
Also trigger warning for violence, suicide, and a graphic rape scene for those who may be uncomfortable with such reads.
Overall, I wish the pace would’ve been kept up at the beginning after the prologue, but I think it is well researched highlighting some history that I think isn’t well known. A solid 3.5 for me!
Thanks Black & White Publishing and NetGalley for this ARC!
xx Hannah
Idealistic Iowan 