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| Final Rating: 3.8/5 |
The Hatmaker's Heart is a lovely read that will take the reader from the millinery shops of New York City to across the pond and back again. Set in the early 1920's the reader will be introduced to the high pressured world of fashion where the final embers of elegance and status of the Edwardian period are competing with the scandalous flamboyant Jazz Age. Where instead of steeped tea being served in halls, gin flows freely into dainty teacups, hemlines move up as fast as the length of current hairstyles and arms and legs swing to the Charleston. 1922 New York City is where the reader is first introduced to Nell Marchwold, who dreams of being a hat designer. But in a cut-throat world that is dominated by connections, margins and a designer's career could be over in a New York minute-what will it take to make it to the top?
With historical detail that charms along with a vibrant cast of characters and offers a lively jaunt into the commercial and fashion world of New York City during the early 1920's this novel can quickly capture a reader's full attention and become a pleasant escape from real life. With an easy comparison to Clara and Mr. Tiffany and even a nod to Agnes Grey, The Hatmaker's Heart can also be comfortably taken as a tale of caution, a story questioning what is really important in life. Enough of a cozy quick read to satisfy those looking for a historical or lightly religious themed novel but also with a few surprises for those who desire an interesting twist and mystery with their reading.
* I would like to thank FaithWords/Center Street Publishing and NetGalley for the opportunity to read and enjoy The Hatmaker's Heart
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