I am a huge fan of stories set in the Victorian Era, and was looking for a novel to get me into the holiday spirit. Unfortunately, I was disappointed on both accounts.

Most of the novel focuses on speculation of events that have happened, rather than the characters experiences. Based on the title, I thought this would help get me in a holiday mood but the spirit of Christmas is only briefly mentioned at the very end of the novel.

It was interesting and included some fun twists and turns. This was definitely a one-sitting book for me. I’m glad I didn’t spend more time on it, and I’ll be looking for another book to get me in the holiday spirit.