Shrines of Gaiety

I just finished the Shrines of Gaiety by Kate Atkinson and here is my review

Nellie Coker has been released from jail and she is ready to pick up her empire where she left off. 6 kids and all of them with their own agendas. There is unrest within her ranks and threats from the outside has Nellie grappling to hold onto her crown.

The glitz and glamor of 1926 soho hides a seedy underbelly and the dregs of society long to be on the inside.

I held a constant dislike for Nellie the whole way through. Usually there is something redeeming about characters like her but I just never found that connection and I think that was done on purpose. I loved the character development and the different facets of personalities that we got to experience.

I have a real affection for the 20s and this book lived up to my expectations on all levels. The storyline was fluid and well thought out. I felt the research done by the author on the 1920s and soho, was very accurate. I really enjoy books that span a few different genres and this one definitely pulled it off with style.

I have a real love for crime books set in London. It's my go to so this book more than delivered on everything that was promised.

4.5 stars! This book was a real winner for me and if you haven't picked up this book or any by #kateatkinson then you need to remedy that today!

Thank you to #penguinrandomhouseca for my finished review copy!