I had not read Kathleen Grissom's first book, "The Kitchen House", and as a stand-alone book this story was compelling and one of my favorites of the new year. I can only imagine the delight of those who have read her first title and are reunited with the characters introduced in "The Kitchen House".
It is 1830 when Jamie Pyke, passing as white in Philadelphia society, faces the danger of having his secrets aired and losing all that he has come to hold dear; position, class, and livelihood, as well as, passionate love of Caroline. With little to lose, he returns to North Carolina to rescue a young boy, taken from his family and sold into slavery. Dodging his own past, and attempting to save the life of another, Jamie attempts to get his young friend to the Underground Railroad despite significant set-backs and threats.
This book won't be forgotten quickly, and now, I have to seek out the first novel as I'm reluctant to let this writer or her characters go.
This book was received as a digital ARC through NetGalley in return for a fair and honest review. Thank you for the opportunity.
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