The Indigo Heiress

Description: 

In 1774, Juliet Catesby lives with her father and sister at Royal Vale, the James River plantation founded by her Virginia family over a century before. Indigo cultivation is her foremost concern, though its export tethers her family to the powerful Buchanan clan of Glasgow, Scotland. When the heir of the Buchanan firm arrives on their shores, Juliet discovers that her father has secretly arranged for one of his daughters to marry the Scot as a means of canceling the family’s debt. Confident it will be her younger, lovelier sister, Juliet is appalled when Leith Buchanan selects her instead.

Despite her initial refusal of him, an ensuing altercation forces Juliet to flee Virginia. Agreeing to marry, she sails with Leith to Scotland, hopeful of a better match for her sister, who accompanies her. But once in Glasgow and faced with the contentious, powerful Buchanan clan, she realizes that the man who saved her from financial ruin and scandal is the very one she must now save in return.

My Review: 

You will be caught up in the historical events of pre-revolutionary Virginia as Juliet Catesby navigates a world dominated by men. Bold and confident, you’re sure to love her as she stands her ground and represents her father’s interests in the tobacco industry. I loved seeing her grow in her opinion of herself and realizing that she is just as beautiful and gifted as her sister.

Leith Buchanan was a complex man with a past that haunted him. Being reminded of his failed marriage, he was somewhat like Jane Eyre’s Mr. Rochester. Even though Leith had a rough exterior, he was truly a caring and loving man. I was glad to see the way he came to trust Juliet with his business affairs and his family. 

Things to love:

Second chances

Juliet’s dresses

Ocean voyage

American/Scottish society

Mini portrait

The twins

Danger

Abolition

Mystery

Enemies to more

I highly recommend this book to those who love historical fiction. I learned a bit about the indigo industry and found it to be fascinating. The descriptive narrative of the fields, the dyeing process and the meetings with the tobacco lords and plantation owners made me feel as though I was part of the story and wishing I could stay longer.

I received a copy of the book from the Revell and NetGalley. All opinions expressed are my own with no obligation to write a positive review.