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Ratings: ★★★★☆ (4.5/5)
Genre: Fiction / Historical Fiction / Mystery / Drama / Legal Thriller

Book Review:
''The Crimson Rooms'' by Katharine McMahon is a fantastic read that is moving, gripping, absorbing, and thrillingly sexy. London, 1924. As Britain comes to terms with the aftermath of war, Evelyn is still haunted by the death of her brother James in the trenches. So when Meredith arrives at her house, claiming to have been James's lover and the mother of his child, Evelyn's world is thrown into confusion.

Against a chorus of disapproval, Evelyn trained as one of the country's first female solicitors and is caught up in a sensational case which offers escape from her stifling home life, yet has disturbing connections with James's death. As Meredith manipulates her way into the family's affections, Evelyn's life takes a new direction—and she learns the truth about her brother's final days.

McMahon's writing is skilful and highly atmospheric. This is a drama of guilt, passion, and consequences that will keep you turning the pages. If you enjoy historical fiction, courtroom dramas, or mysteries with emotional depth, The Crimson Rooms is a must-read. Highly recommended!