Praise

These are four fascinating short stories, giving us a glimpse into the lives of four different women over many centuries from the late middle ages to the 1940's. The strand that connects them is that each one has inherited a special power which they are able to utilise as a force for good.

The Sisterhood - The stories will particularly appeal to anyone with an interest in history as each one includes historical details to inform the reader about the culture and society in which the story is set. There are tantalising references to Nancy Flanagan, the heroine of the author's next book, which I very much look forward to reading.

Guilt - I read my friend’s copy and decided to buy my own. This story was both emotional and engaging in equal measure. I really liked the main character Nancy as she seemed realistic to me. It is an unusual blend of historical fiction and the supernatural but that made it interesting and unpredictable. Not my usual genre but I really enjoyed it.

Maisie Moon’s Guilt struck a powerful chord in me by exploring moral quandaries and the repercussions of past choices. Set in the post-World War II era, the book follows Nancy Flanagan as she travels to England to train as a nurse. The novel excels in evoking a sense of place, contrasting the decay of wartime landscapes with Birmingham's vibrant yet often grim atmosphere of hospital life.

The characters, particularly Nancy and John,(Bruno) are vividly drawn with, and a strong sense of the tragedy seems to follow these characters as they deal with demons from their past — real and imaginary. Nancy's inner turmoil regarding her past and the backlash she faces form tension within the narrative. Her strong-willed nature struggles against guilt, regret, and hope for redemption. John's (Bruno's) mysterious background, rife with its history and secrets, mirrors Nancy's troubles, challenging her growth as a character. I enjoyed the dialogues that sparkle, the enchanting prose, and the intriguing characters. This twisty first entry into the series makes me want to read everything that happens in the next books.