A Revolution of Hearts by Ronda Gibb Hinrichsen, 272 pages. Covenant Communications, 2020. $17.
Language: G (0 swears, 0 “f”); Mature Content: PG; Violence: PG
BUYING ADVISORY: HS - OPTIONAL
AUDIENCE APPEAL: AVERAGE
In the midst of a revolution of ideas in France, Dacia’s brother sides with the plebeians. While she may humor him, Dacia doesn’t see anything wrong with continuing their ways of monarchy and social hierarchy -- after all, there is a reason some are above others, is there not? Dacia is in for a shock when she finds herself among the plebeians, running for her life.
My favorite thing about this book, by far, is that it takes place concurrently with The Scarlet Pimpernel, an old classic; though there is only a little overlap of characters, Hinrichsen is able to use the context as a quick set up to her spin-off story. Dacia’s story is well-written and engaging as she learns to see people differently, to see those around her as equals regardless of social class. This aspect of the book was apparent to me as the true focus, making the romance seem underdeveloped, though still a cute part of the overall story.
Reviewer: Carolina Herdegen
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