A Position in Paris by Megan Reddaway
3.5 stars
Set in Paris in 1919 just after the First World War, wealthy war hero, James Clarynton attempts to face the rest of his life as a very different one that went to war. He is physically and emotionally damaged. He lost a leg and an eye and no amount of money can help him recover. He needs a purpose, so one of his friends suggests he writes a book. James likes the idea but insists on employing a private secretary to assist him. After many unsuccessful interviews we finally get to meet Edmund Vaughan, Edmund is also English and came to Paris for work, however he has been let go and now needs to quickly find employment to support his mother and brother. He applies to work with James and gets the job.
The book then focuses on the developing relationship between the two men at a time when such things were taboo. Normal society did not allow for same sex relationships and it was just not acceptable. It made for a very interesting read to see how their love for one another had a chance to blossom. Of course, there are set backs along the way. Edmund is not sure how to handle his feelings and is scared of the repercussions and James is not an easy character.
Meghan Reddaway is a new author to me and I very much admire her style. She writes beautifully and her descriptions are vivid. It is obvious her research is extensive and the development of her characters very impressive. The only thing for me is that it was too much of a slow burn. I found my concentration wavering in parts as I tend to read more fast paced and action packed novels. However, I can say objectively that this is a great book for anyone who loves historical romance.
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Set in Paris in 1919 just after the First World War, wealthy war hero, James Clarynton attempts to face the rest of his life as a very different one that went to war. He is physically and emotionally damaged. He lost a leg and an eye and no amount of money can help him recover. He needs a purpose, so one of his friends suggests he writes a book. James likes the idea but insists on employing a private secretary to assist him. After many unsuccessful interviews we finally get to meet Edmund Vaughan, Edmund is also English and came to Paris for work, however he has been let go and now needs to quickly find employment to support his mother and brother. He applies to work with James and gets the job.
The book then focuses on the developing relationship between the two men at a time when such things were taboo. Normal society did not allow for same sex relationships and it was just not acceptable. It made for a very interesting read to see how their love for one another had a chance to blossom. Of course, there are set backs along the way. Edmund is not sure how to handle his feelings and is scared of the repercussions and James is not an easy character.
Meghan Reddaway is a new author to me and I very much admire her style. She writes beautifully and her descriptions are vivid. It is obvious her research is extensive and the development of her characters very impressive. The only thing for me is that it was too much of a slow burn. I found my concentration wavering in parts as I tend to read more fast paced and action packed novels. However, I can say objectively that this is a great book for anyone who loves historical romance.