The Formidable Miss Cassidy by Meihan Boey (Bibliolifestyle Book Tour)

 

Thank you, Partner @bibliolifestyle @harperperennial for the review copy of The Formidable Miss Cassidy by Meihan Boey.

What is your favorite book, story, or movie that features a governess?  I love Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte and the movie Mary Poppins.  I felt like the Formidable Miss Cassidy by Meihan Boey channeled a bit of both in this new and unique story.

Miss Lada Cassidy is a Scottish governess that has taken a post in Singapore.  She is the governess to a young girl, Sarah Jane, who has recently lost her mother and six siblings.  Her father seems not quite himself.  Miss Cassidy utilizes her special skills and realizes that Captain Bendemeer is being sapped of his energy by a vampire spirit.  As she helps them out, she meets the widower Mr. Kay who also has his own problems.  Will she also be able to help Mr. Kay and his family?

My thoughts on this novel:

·       I loved this book and the rare and fun story.

·       This is a historical fantasy novel.

·       I enjoyed the Singapore setting.  I was intrigued by the setting and enjoyed when Miss Cassidy ventures out into Singapore and meets new people

·       I loved the character of Miss Cassidy.  She is quirky and smart.  I enjoyed how she solved the supernatural mysteries of what is going on.  She is an unusual being herself.  I liked learning more about her as the story progressed and I can’t wait to learn more.

·       This story is told in three parts.

·       This is the first book in a new series.  I can’t wait to read the next book.

·       The story takes place from 1895 to 1904.

·       I adored the old-fashioned chapter titles.

·       I appreciated the romance.

·       The story incorporated Singapore and Scottish folklore.

Overall, The Formidable Miss Cassidy by Meihan Boey was a unique and charming history fantasy novel.  It had great characters, setting, and supernature elements.