Angie
Written on Dec 16, 2015
What I liked best about Captives of the Night was that Leila was no simpering flower despite what she’s gone through and what she’s had to put up with. She speaks her mind and doesn’t let anyone walk all over her. She even gets Esmond to agree to let her be involved in the investigation. She’s smart and observant, so she’s able to put a lot of things together for herself. Including some things about Esmond which clearly don’t add up.
I also appreciated that there’s no long, drawn out drama between Leila and Esmond. In the prologue, we learn that he was involved in her father’s murder, so there was a good chance that that would be something that comes between them. Obviously, Leila does have to find out, but luckily they talk about these things instead of throwing tantrums. Leila also learns of Esmond’s true identity, because like I said, she’s very observant. I’m also glad that wasn’t needlessly dragged out either.
Overall, I liked Captives of the Night quite a bit. It took on a fun, mystery tone as Leila and Esmond try to find her husband’s killer. Leila was great, and I really admired her for going after what she wanted and not letting anyone tell her no.
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