Mark of Distinction by Jessica Dotta Review

Mark of Distinction

Jessica Dotta

London is said to be the glittering jewel of society, a world unto itself—but to Julia Elliston it is a city of shadows. Her life is swiftly dissolving into scandal. And in Victorian society, even a whisper of scandal—substantiated or not—can be the death of a young woman’s reputation.

Now under the watchful eye of Lord Roy Pierson, one of most influential men in England, Julia begrudgingly accepts his protection. But Chance Macy’s power is far-reaching as well, and he is eager to assert his claim over her.

Thrust into society as the Emerald Heiress, Julia is the toast of London, a celebrated curiosity. But in reality she’s trapped between the clutches of two powerful men. Aided only by a gentleman whose intentions she prays she can trust, Julia must finally take control of her own fate—but outwitting one’s foe rarely goes according to plan.

Jessica Dotta has always been fascinated by England during the Regency and Victorian era. Her passion for British Literature fueled her desire to write in a style that blends the humor of Jane Austen and the dark drama of a Bronte sister. She lives in the Nashville area.

My Review:
This is a great book. The second installment of a trilogy, and I have to wait until 2015 to finish the story. As Julia moved into to her father's house she thought that she could finally improve their relationship. She was not right. At first she got treated like a burden, then she got ignored and finally her father showed disappointment to her. Her only friend is Isaac, who is secretly planning to marry her and ruin her chances with her true love, Edward. However she has already been married to a very powerful man. As she tries to join the Ton and be a perfect young lady she realizes that she will never fit in. All the men in her life have different plans for her, and none of them care for what she really wants. towards the end of the book a chance encounter with Edward will change everything. Especially while he recuperates in her father's house. The newspaper articles do not help either. I am giving this book a 5/5. I was given a copy to review from Tyndale House Publishers, however all opinions are my own.