60 pages • 2 hours read
Deanna RaybournA Curious Beginning
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
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Deanna Raybourn's A Curious Beginning captivates with its engaging Victorian-era mystery and vibrant heroine, Veronica Speedwell. Readers appreciate the witty prose and strong character development. However, some find the pacing uneven and the plot occasionally predictable. Overall, it’s a charming start to a promising series, balancing humor and intrigue effectively.
Who Should Read A Curious Beginning?
Fans of historical mysteries with a strong, unconventional female lead will adore A Curious Beginning by Deanna Raybourn. Similar to The Beekeeper's Apprentice by Laurie R. King, it offers a clever protagonist and a richly detailed Victorian setting, perfect for readers who enjoy spirited adventures and intricate plots.
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