FICTION

The Black Hawk - - HIPPO TEST

by Joanna Bourne

Berkley. Nov. 2011. 336p. ISBN 9780425244531. pbk. $8.99. ACTION

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In Bourne’s final Regency spy romance the ever talented child-criminal Hawk grows up, takes over the British secret spy service, and contends with Owl, his counterpart since the days of the French Revolution.

VERDICT The way Bourne blends the past and present lives of Owl and Hawk, tracing their union and endlessly complicated love affair is deeply rewarding. This last book will make readers deeply sorry that Bourne is retiring from the field. At least she left this last gift.

Reviewed by Neal Wyatt , Apr 01, 2024

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