UNDER THE CERULEAN SKY

I’ve always been fascinated by India, so jumped at the chance to read an ARC of a novel set mostly there (thanks to NetGalley and Harper Collins.) As the story begins, sisters Isobel and Violet, with their status and circumstances drastically reduced, are no longer prime candidates to make advantageous London marriages. Against the wishes of Violet, who hopes her beau will remain faithful despite her loss of dowry, forthright Isobel decides to travel to see an unexpected bequest--a tea plantation in India. Accompanied by their Aunt Bea, they journey to their new home. While Violet just wants to return to England as soon as possible, Isobel is beguiled and fascinated by everything about her, even as she is intrigued by her brooding neighbor, a widower who alternately pursues and ignores her. As Isobel gradually gets to know the workers and learns how to manage her inheritance, she becomes increasingly certain that India is her future. Stunning descriptions that make you feel you are walking in step with the characters enhance this tale of love, passion, and a woman finding her independence and her calling.

Read this as an ARC thanks to Netgalley and Harpercollins UK. This novel is a great story about two sisters who set on their paths to finding freedom and independence. This read was a little slow at times but I did enjoy it!

I really enjoyed this story, and the second book I’ve read from Jane Coverdale. The author wrote of such great characters and the descriptions within the story are wonderful. It was a story I read happily in a few days.

Engaging from start to finish couldn’t put it down. Hope there will be a sequel. Would definitely recommend you won’t be disappointed

Really enjoyed this book from start to finish I was hooked. A real page turner .can’t wait to read some more from this author