When Stars Light the Sky by Elizabeth Camden | Review

Ever since reading ‘While the City Sleeps’ last year, I’ve been hooked on the series ‘The Women of Midtown’ by Elizabeth Camden. I was over the moon when I heard about ‘When Stars Light the Sky’, Inga’s story—the second book in this series. I can’t wait for book 3! Check out the back cover, followed by my 5 star review. I know, a lot of 5 stars lately, but I’m on a role reading amazing books!

Back Cover

In a world on the brink of war, two hearts must navigate shadows of uncertainty.

Inga Klein’s carefree life in New York takes a dramatic turn when she sails for Berlin, Germany, to serve as the secretary for America’s ambassador. Amid the glamour of life at the embassy, she continually finds herself at odds with the straitlaced and imposing Benedict Kincaid, the diplomatic chief of staff who harbors deep misgivings toward the German-born Inga.

As Europe hurtles toward World War I, Benedict’s determination to keep America out of the conflict adds to the already tense atmosphere. Despite their relentless sparring, Inga and Benedict succeed in keeping the embassy afloat through one crisis after another. But when they run out of diplomatic options, a marriage of convenience may be Inga’s only hope of escape from the impending war.

My Review

Elizabeth Camden has brought us a fresh and eye-opening take on the start of World War 1 from inside Germany. I really love a book with a new perspective like this one has.

The plot is thick and expertly researched. It has marriage of convenience (my personal favorite trope), danger, adventure, redemption, a clever heroine, wit, and a hero we can cheer for. He was crusty at first, but he made up for it in spades. That Benedict. Full of surprises.

While the faith thread wasn’t loud, it was there, and naturally woven. The wit was great, but I suggest having tissues close by.

When Stars Light the Sky was so hard to put down, but I didn’t want it to end either. I’m sure I’ll read this one again in the future. Easily one of my favorite Christian fiction books of all time, and my favorite Elizabeth Camden book to date (that I’ve read).

5 glowing stars from me! Get your copy on amazon.ca or amazon.com.

Thank you to Bethany House and netgalley for my copy! All opinions in this review are my own.

About the Author

Elizabeth Camden is best known for her historical novels set in Gilded Age America, featuring clever heroines and richly layered story lines. Before she was a writer, she was an academic librarian at some of the largest and smallest libraries in America, but her favorite is the continually growing library in her own home. Her novels have won Christy, Carol, and RITA Awards and have appeared on the ECPA Bestsellers list. She lives in Citrus County, Florida, with her husband, who graciously tolerates her intimidating stockpile of books. Learn more at ElizabethCamden.com.