The characterisation and world building was excellently done. I found it satisfying and entertaining, as well as intriguing and gripping. What I will say is that this book entranced. I won’t say more as I don’t want to put in spoilers. Newly bereaved, penniless May Kimble, the MC, accepts an invitation to stay with her aunt, whom she’s never met. Set around the time of the 1906 San Fransico earthquake and subseqent devastating fire, this book is first foremost about betrayal. I haven’t read this author until now and will make sure to check out any other books of hers. This tragic twist of fate, along with the help of an intrepid and charismatic journalist, puts vengeance within May’s reach. Out of the smoldering ruins, May embarks on a harrowing road to reclaim what is hers. Then, on an early April morning, San Francisco comes tumbling down. Trapped by betrayal, madness, and murder, May stands to lose everything, including her freedom, at the hands of those she trusts most. And a maid keeps hinting that May is in danger. Her aunt wanders about in a laudanum fog. Her glamorous cousin often disappears in the night. Initially overwhelmed by the opulence of her new life, May soon senses that dark mysteries lurk in the shadows of the Sullivan mansion. There she’s welcomed into the wealthy Sullivan family and their social circle. After her mother’s death, penniless May Kimble lives a lonely life until an aunt she didn’t know existed summons her to San Francisco. A Splendid Ruin is a thoroughly enjoyable read, and I’ll definitely be checking out Megan’s other books 🙂Ī spellbinding novel of dark family secrets and a young woman’s rise and revenge set against the backdrop of the devastating 1906 San Francisco earthquake. Although I don’t usually go in for historical fiction, I’m so pleased I gave this one a look. Today, I have a book review for you from an author new to me.

Megan chance a splendid ruin