And as bodies begin to mount up amidst the sweltering clamor of Coney Island, it seems the powerful Batternbergs can get away with anything…even murder.Įxtravagant, intoxicating and thumping with suspense, bestselling Nancy Bilyeau’s magnificent Dreamland is a story of corruption, class and dangerous obsession. Despite hailing from one of America’s richest families, Peggy would much rather spend the summer working at the Moonrise Bookstore than keeping up appearances with New York City socialites and her snobbish, controlling family.īut soon it transpires that the hedonism of nearby Coney Island affords Peggy the freedom she has been yearning for, and it’s not long before she finds herself in love with a troubled pier-side artist of humble means, whom the Batternberg patriarchs would surely disapprove of.ĭisapprove they may, but hidden behind their pomposity lurks a web of deceit, betrayal and deadly secrets. The invitation to the luxurious Oriental Hotel a mile from Coney Island is unwelcome. The year is 1911 when twenty-year-old heiress Peggy Batternberg is invited to spend the summer in America’s Playground. It’s a great read if you like your historical fiction with a side of suspense and intrigue. I thought the ending was a little predictable but I read it quickly and found it entertaining.

I loved the relationship between Peggy and her sister Lydia and their loyalty and consideration for each other’s happiness. She was a naive yet likable heroine that was easy to root for.

I was immediately drawn to Peggy’s story and was on the edge of my seat as I traveled back in time when women’s rights were being fought over and immigrants were distrusted and the disparity between classes was very apparent.

I was part of the “cover reveal” team so I was already excited to read it based on the cover art and the blurbs describing a decadent and wild Coney Island in the early 1900s. Thanks to Endeavour Media and author Nancy Bilyeau! I received a complimentary review copy in exchange for an honest review. Welcome to my stop on the DREAMLAND blog tour.

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