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The Mobster's Daughter

door Rachel Scott McDaniel

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The one man who could help her must never know her name. If Kate Chamberlin can't reveal her true identity to the world, she must settle for sharing only her talent. Hired as a musician for KDKA radio, Kate plays everything from sponsors' jingles to complex sonatas. As long as the whispers around the broadcasting room refer to her as "Killjoy Kate" and not "Catarina the crime boss's daughter," then her life is safe from danger. Or so she thinks. When anonymous violent threats surface, Kate is wary of accepting protection from the handsome private investigator, Detective Jennings. His save-the-world attitude is as charming as his manners, but no one, especially him, can know the gruesome realities of her birth. The 1924 Pittsburgh underworld is as complicated as it is elusive, and though the dealings of the Salvastanos have dwindled, Rhett Jennings is certain the man responsible for his father's death is still at large. But his personal hunt for justice must be set aside when his day job requires him to investigate threats directed at a young radio broadcaster with enamoring brown eyes and secretive behavior. When danger surrounds them, will the truth of Kate's past become the key to their survival? "A glittering example of a Roaring '20s historical romance with a sparkle of suspense." "McDaniel creates compelling characters and tension against a richly historical backdrop." "Compelling characters against a richly historical backdrop. ".… (meer)
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With plenty of action, suspense, intrigue, and twists and turns, Rachel Scott McDaniel takes us on a compelling journey back in time to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania during the 1920s in her newest book, The Mobster’s Daughter. With obvious careful research, McDaniel masterfully weaves colorful, interesting characters into a complex tale of the struggle between good and evil. All is not always as it seems, as Catarina Salvastano aka Kate Chamberlin and Rhett Jennings find out in their interactions with each other as they try to solve the mystery of Kate’s missing father.

This book has all of what I love about historical romance fiction—a look at a little slice of history combined with a dash of romance and a riveting story. I’m looking forward to more from this talented author. ( )
  swissgranny | Feb 22, 2022 |
The Mobster’s Daughter by Rachel Scott McDaniel was a thrilling journey into the corrupted underworld of Pittsburg. The author did a fantastic job of researching specifics, like the KDKA radio station as well as all the gems of details that really immersed the reader in the culture of the period.
The story drops you right into the action and mystery of Catarina/Kate and her family. I admired her bravery in making her own way by assuming an American identity after discovering her beloved father was a known crime boss. But Kate is not the only one keeping secrets.
I loved Kate and Rhett together. Their complicated working relationship. The pain/grief that connected them. Their slow, sweet romance. Swoon! They made such a great team both in solving the mystery behind the threats to Kate and in finding a path to each other.
I also enjoyed the faith arcs in this story based on forgiveness and discovering your worth in Christ. They enriched the story and provided so much more depth to the characters.
If you enjoy Christian historical fiction, you will adore this story! It is a rich historical gem with plenty of mystery to keep the pages turning until you reach the end. I would highly recommend it.
I was given a copy of this book by the author with no expectations of a positive review. All opinions are my own. ( )
  BlessednBookish | Nov 7, 2021 |
Wow. What a book! It’s taken me a few days to gather my thoughts after having finished the book to write this review and I still can’t get over how much romance, mystery, suspense, history, and faith are delightfully threaded together in one novel. I’ve really enjoyed all of Rachel Scott McDaniel’s books to date but this book….this book is love at first page. If you enjoy historical romance, you need to read this book.

Kate’s first person voice is refreshing, compassionate, and quite lovely despite her fears and secrets. Rhett’s third person voice is protective, loyal, and determined as he seeks vengeance for his father’s death. Yet nothing is as it seems and the story will take you on a wild joyful ride with twists, loops, and turns at every corner. I loved learning about Pittsburgh’s KDKA radio station; the overt criminal activity and bribery of the law enforcement in 1920s Pittsburgh was eye-opening.

This is one of my favorite reads of 2021! I received the book from the author and was under no obligation to post a positive comment. All opinions are solely my own. ( )
  SBMC | Nov 5, 2021 |
Bootlegging, speakeasies, flappers, KDKA Pittsburgh and hidden identities. Ms. McDaniel takes us to the underworld of 1920s Pittsburgh in this suspenseful tale about a daughter looking for her father. It is aptly releasing on the 101st Anniversary of the radio station, KDKA.
Kate Chamberlin travels from Italy to Pittsburgh to search for her father whom she has not seen for 17 years. Is he the papa she remembers or are the rumors true that he is a mobster? After she receives a cryptic note, private detective Rhett Jennings becomes her protector, little knowing that their pasts are connected.
Through all the confusion and danger, Kate holds on to her faith. “God, You are my hiding place. The prayer had become like a mending lyric to the broken melody in her heart.”
An intricate and interesting story where things are not what they seem to be. Polished and well plotted with excitement, romance and a faith thread permeating it all. You will cheer when it comes to a thrilling conclusion. I love the Roaring Twenties World of Rachel Scott McDaniel.
*I received a complimentary ebook from the author. I was not required to give a favorable review. All opinions are my own.* ( )
  paulashreckhise | Nov 1, 2021 |
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The one man who could help her must never know her name. If Kate Chamberlin can't reveal her true identity to the world, she must settle for sharing only her talent. Hired as a musician for KDKA radio, Kate plays everything from sponsors' jingles to complex sonatas. As long as the whispers around the broadcasting room refer to her as "Killjoy Kate" and not "Catarina the crime boss's daughter," then her life is safe from danger. Or so she thinks. When anonymous violent threats surface, Kate is wary of accepting protection from the handsome private investigator, Detective Jennings. His save-the-world attitude is as charming as his manners, but no one, especially him, can know the gruesome realities of her birth. The 1924 Pittsburgh underworld is as complicated as it is elusive, and though the dealings of the Salvastanos have dwindled, Rhett Jennings is certain the man responsible for his father's death is still at large. But his personal hunt for justice must be set aside when his day job requires him to investigate threats directed at a young radio broadcaster with enamoring brown eyes and secretive behavior. When danger surrounds them, will the truth of Kate's past become the key to their survival? "A glittering example of a Roaring '20s historical romance with a sparkle of suspense." "McDaniel creates compelling characters and tension against a richly historical backdrop." "Compelling characters against a richly historical backdrop. ".

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