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The Manhattan Confessions
Christian romantic suspense
The Manhattan Confessions
In 1920s New York, librarian Ivy is invited to record the life story of elderly socialite Adeline, whose polished reputation conceals decades of secrets. Two men claim connections to Adeline's past, while Ivy's cousin Gina faces detention at Ellis Island and her own uncertain future. The stories begin to overlap in ways that draw Ivy into crime, family mystery, and the city's dangerous underside. This Jazz Age historical novel combines libraries, immigration, hidden identities, romance, and a confession whose truth could change more than one family.
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Crime accusation involving an elderly woman; immigration detention at Ellis Island; dangerous and possibly fraudulent immigration service; secrets, deception and threats to the heroine's safety; Christian faith and restrained romance.
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A fragrant cup of tea suits an evening of clues and clever sleuthing.
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- 1 tbsp honey ↗
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