Streets of Shadow by Rebecca Bischoff
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The author wrote this story out very well to where the reader didn’t want to put it down. Set in the 1600’s, which is also why I loved this – murder mystery with twists and turns. This book will keep you up and keep you turning the page to find out what happens next.
Streets of Shadow by Rebecca Bischoff
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The year: 1665.
The problem: 15 year old Kenna has watched her sister die. She suspects her sister’s husband and thinks if she stays, she’ll be next.
So she runs. During her escape she is kidnapped and locked in at Stewart’s Close, an alley trapped in the poorest section of the city and there’s only one way out.
She’s accused of leaving a home struck by the plague and a guard is set at the gate to make sure no one enters, and no one leaves. Kenna wants nothing but to avenge her sister, if she can survive.
I found this book to be well written, however, it wasn’t my usual style of a read so I wasn’t fully involved in the story. I enjoyed Kenna’s determination and love she has for her sister. I think she’s a well done character with a heartbreaking story. You definitely find yourself rooting for Kenna and the misfit band she gathers along the way.
Streets of Shadow by Rebecca Bischoff
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
It is year 1665,in Scotland, and fifteen year old Kenna is struggling with her sister’s death. More than that, she discovers her sister did not die accidentally. Kenna suspects the culprit and murderer is none other than her sister’s husband, and she is now in danger herself. While on the run, a guard captures her in the poorest section of the city, Stewart’s Close. Accused of running from a home struck by plague, Kenna is locked inside the gates, where no one is allowed in or out. As word spreads that the young girl came from a home stricken with the plague, she is further isolated and shunned. Kenna has no food, money, or friends within these walls, and all she wants is to survive and avenge her sister. I am not accustomed to reading books set in this time period, but I love a good murder mystery. The author is new to me but I thoroughly enjoyed the adventure this story took me on. The plot was well written and easy to follow, and the character development was believable. I enjoyed that Kenna started out naive and scared but as the story matures, so does she. I really enjoyed learning that this book was also based on a real place and the amount of research done for the book is noticed in the subtle details. I definitely recommend this book and author.
Reviewed by @zoltrixes
Streets of Shadow by Rebecca Bischoff
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This was written by a new author to me, so I wasn’t quite sure what to expect from her. What I found is another great author I will be looking to read more of. This is an adventurous young adult story that takes place during The Renaissance period. As a fan of this era, I was not disappointed especially considering the main character was a member of a Scottish Earl. There were so many twists and turns I found myself holding my breath in certain chapters. If you, or someone you know, is a fan of this genre I highly recommend you read this story. You will not be disappointed.
Streets of Shadow by Rebecca Bischoff
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I couldn’t put this book down! I wanted to read this book because I just came back from Scotland and toured a close. It was fun to imagine Scotland during this time period. Kenna’s story is a roller coaster ride from start to finish. I could hardly ever predict what was going to happen to her next and I found myself anxious about some of the choices that she made and how the story would turn out. if you are looking for a book to keep you on your toes that will also give you some valuable life lessons, this is the book for you!
Reviewed by @jaderockslife
Streets of Shadow by Rebecca Bischoff
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I was immersed into the story from the beginning. The author’s descriptive language painted a vivid picture which made falling into the pages so easy and it was clear that there was in-depth research done on the era and locations. This made the story feel more real to me and I love that.
I loved the protagonist, Kenna, from the very beginning. She came across as defiant and mischievous at first but as you get to know her and witness her evolve, there is an element of naivety regarding the world around her. Despite this, she is resilient and determined and that’s one of the things I loved most about her. She never gives up on the desire to seek justice and the strength this gives her enables her to power through the obstacles in her way.
The mystery in the book had me gripped, needing to know how the story would end and I enjoyed the journey of discovery to get there as I was met with surprising twists and turns.
I thoroughly enjoyed the way in which this was written. The characters were well-written and the plot was engaging throughout. I’ll certainly be looking out for more from this author!
Streets of Shadow by Rebecca Bischoff
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Streets of Shadow is set in Scotland in the year 1665. The story centers around fifteen-year-old Kenna who is struggling to come to terms with the sudden, and unexplained sickness that has confined her sister to bed. When her sister dies, Kenna discovers that she was murdered by someone close to her. Suspecting she knows who the murderer is young Kenna turns to the one person with whom feels close to and can trust. She is whisked away to safety from her grandfather’s estate but instead finds something far more sinister and dangerous.
Suddenly, Kenna is on the run and finds herself kidnapped and taken to the city of Edinburgh. Her kidnapper locks her inside the gates of Stewart’s Close. Kenna is frightened at being thrown into the poorest part of the city with no way out. Even more frightening is that the local lawman raises a white flag and spreads the rumor that Kenna has come from a home that has been stricken with the plague. As she struggles to find someone to help her she is shunned and refused help because the townspeople are frightened of dying from the disease she carries. With no food, money, friends, or shelter young Kenna must fight to survive the harsh streets and the scorn of the locals. Will she be strong enough to survive and bring justice to her sister?
I was hooked on this book from the first pages and became totally immersed in the storyline and setting. The scenes were so vividly described that it felt as though I was transported back to Stewart’s Close in 1665. I was there with Kenna as she walked the dirty streets, hid in dark alleys, and traversed through underground passages. The characters were well developed and as the story progressed we see Kenna grow and mature as a person. She started out naïve to the harshness of the world and how so many people fought to survive and feed their families. She grew up with wealth, privilege and the luxuries of having servants and an abundance of food. Stewart’s Close was a whole different world for her and Kenna had to learn to fight and fend for herself in order to survive. Kenna ultimately finds out that she is even stronger than she realized as she fights for survival in a cruel world. This book was superbly written, and I am anxious to read more books by this author.
I loved the author’s notes at the end about where she found her inspiration for this story and the characters. I loved learning that it was based on a real place and that little Annie was based on a real little girl. Kudos to the author for bringing this little girl the happy ending she deserved. Bless your heart.
Streets of Shadow by Rebecca Bischoff
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Oh, my word! What a wonderful, beautiful story! A pampered young woman is betrayed by family and left to fend for herself in a patriarchal world. She learns to do things for herself, and for others. At the same time, she learns to fall in love. Although she falls in love, she still plans to provide for herself and earn her own income. This a lesson for all women, especially modern women of today.
Streets of Shadow by Rebecca Bischoff
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Rebecca Bischoff’s book “Streets of Shadow” was an amazing historical work of fiction that kept me guessing who was trustworthy and who was the story’s villain. The characters are all well-developed, you will fall in love with Kenna, our heroine, and all of her new friends that we meet along her journey. You will also despise those working against her, but not everyone is who we think! Did Kenna’s brother-in-law Oliver really poison his wife Cinaed, or was there foul play from someone else, who is this Cecilia, is she Oliver’s mistress as Kenna suspects? You will cheer on Kenna as she fights to survive the horrible fate that has befallen her and will scream in anguish at all of the wrongful deeds that she is put through and the mistreatment that she must endure. This was one of the best historical fiction books I have ever read, and I highly recommend it.
@Brandy Rymer 3/2023
Streets of Shadow by Rebecca Bischoff
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Set in 1665, Streets of Shadow follows the plights of Kenna, a fifteen year old girl who discovers that her sister has been murdered. To save her own life, she runs to her grandfather’s property. While on the run, she is captured and brought to Edinburgh and is locked within a narrow alleyway. This is only the beginning of her struggles. She is then accused of leaving a plague-filled house and is forced to stay within the gate. Will she be able to survive? Will she find the justice her sister deserves? Find out in Streets of Shadow.
The characters are relatable as is their feelings. The tale is intricately woven and is full of twists and turns. It is a historical fiction with realistic events. This book had me hooked from the first page and held my interest all the way until the end. It kept me guessing and surprised me with every turn. Rebecca Bischoff has a way with words that makes her readers feel as though they are in the story themselves.
I highly suggest picking up a copy of Streets of Shadow. There are so many twists and turns that make this book hard to put down. If you are looking for a historical fiction read with some mystery intertwined, look no further!
Streets of Shadow by Rebecca Bischoff
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I loved this book so much! It was a wonderful historical fiction that takes place in 1665. I also really enjoyed how clean the story was. Kenna Somerled is the granddaughter of an Earl. She is devastated when her sister dies. She is certain that her brother in law, Oliver, killed her sister. She tells her grandfather then finds herself whisked away and left in a slum area. The area gets locked down for having the plague, and she finds herself stuck there. While on the streets, she finds a little girl. While Kenna saved the little girl, the little girl also saved Kenna. There were a couple of twists that were well foreshadowed, and I was able to figure them out. But the big twist completely threw me for a loop! This is well worth your time to read!
Streets of Shadow by Rebecca Bischoff
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
After discovering poison in her sister’s room at the time of her death, Kenna’s life changes drastically. Without knowing for certain who or what is behind her capture and imprisonment in a filthy alleyway, she finds herself outcast and hunted down by watchmen. I loved this book and was wrapped up in Kenna’s story all the way to the twisted end.
Streets of Shadow by Rebecca Bischoff
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Dark storylines, romance, murder, and mystery. A good intertwining of multiple genres it gives Scotland from the 1600’s and shows just how dark of a time it was. Good read.
Streets of Shadow by Rebecca Bischoff
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Kenna is a fifteen year old girl who just lost her sister. She truly believes that it was her sister’s husband. If it turns out to be true, then she would be next, which us why she fled. The only problem is she gets caught and trapped in a assumed plagued location. She has to survive there and find out what actually happened to her sister. So much goes on in the story, it’s crazy!
Streets of Shadow by Rebecca Bischoff
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Streets of Shadow by Rebecca Bischoff . I have truly enjoyed this series and this author has the magical way of writing that makes you feel like you are in Edinburgh in the 1600s. Its the story of 15 year old Kenna who has discovered her sister has been murdered she is determined to not stop until she finds the killer. Kenna may be only 15 but she is strong, determined, hard working and ready to see this case thru. She is putting herself in all kinds of danger trying to solve this murder. When the police think she is trying to throw them off her scent they begin to suspect she is the killer. She is trying to solve the murder of her sister all the while trying to remain a lady and keep her place in society Will she be able to solve the case and also survive? Read this fast paced, beautifully written young adult thriller to find out.
Streets of Shadow by Rebecca Bischoff
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
“Streets of Shadow” is the first book I have read by Rebecca Bischoff, and I will be seeking out her others. My favorite part of this 1600s-setting novel is the descriptions Rebecca writes of the dark alleyways and living conditions of Scotland. Every night I read this novel, I felt like I was transported to the sounds, sights, and social dramas of the time period.
The story itself features around a very likable fifteen year old named Kenna, and the trials and tribulations she endures in order to discover what true family and friends are. Along the way, she grows up in many different aspects and transforms from the high-society girl she thought she was on the outset. Well written, thought out plot makes this book a very enjoyable read, wanting to know what Kenna does next.
Streets of Shadow by Rebecca Bischoff
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book is very well written!! It isn’t short by any means. I love the history of it without language so confusing I am lost and can’t follow. From young love to murder and deception to family secrets, all put together seamlessly and in a way that isn’t hard to follow. I will definitely be telling others about this book!
Streets of Shadow by Rebecca Bischoff
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book is a real page turner. Also, the era of where all the events take place are right on point since it takes place in 1665. The characters are very well done, each character is relatable in their own way based on their past experiences. This book shows you the difference between two extremes of being “a lady” and “a servant” in an established household. I do recommend reading this book, it’s not what I expected it to be in a good way.
Streets of Shadow by Rebecca Bischoff
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5/5 Stars
This book was such a great read! I’m not one to gravitate towards historical fiction, but this is worth it. Not only is it well written, it’s entertaining. I found myself being able to imagine the time period of 1665 in Scotland. The storyline is excellent and draws you in from the first chapter.
Streets of Shadow by Rebecca Bischoff
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is a wonderful YA storyline with plenty of plot twists that keep the reader guessing the outcome of the story. The descriptive narrative setting brings vividly to life the historical details of Edinburgh in 1665. I was drawn in the story with Kenna’s adventurous spirit and who killed her sister. Her spunky spirit and will to survive has you cheering her on. This is a great YA historical fiction book that would be great for even adults. I enjoyed the story.
Streets of Shadow by Rebecca Bischoff
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This was a riveting and captivating read! I really enjoyed the mystery, adventure and action packed into this amazing novel! Kenna’s character had a full development throughout the story and really showed her life change from the way she grew up to what she had to endure to get justice. I found this book to be very interesting and a real page turner! This murder mystery really took you back and showed how people lived and how much of a gap there was, and what money could buy in those days. Money was power and those that had it had influence and were able to literally get away with murder! I could not put this book down and look forward to more books written by Rebecca Bischoff. I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a good murder mystery!
Streets of Shadow by Rebecca Bischoff
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was a really good book! This is a YA mystery story, with a hint of romance included. This was an immersive story with characters and a plot that held me throughout while I was reading. This is a new author to me so I wasn’t sure what to expect and I was thoroughly surprised. I enjoyed this book a lot more than I thought I would. It was a well written story that didn’t seem drawn out to me. I highly recommend reading it, especially if you enjoy these genres and type of story.
Streets of Shadow by Rebecca Bischoff
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
When Kenna’s sister is murdered, all eyes are searching for Kenna. With thoughts that her brother in law killed her sister, she is on the run though the people believe her to be the murderer. In this story, Kenna learns what it is like to be your own person living with not a lot. Throughout the tale there are many twists and turns to get her there. A good read, with an easy to follow plot.
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Streets of Shadow by Rebecca Bischoff
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Streets of Shadows was a great written book. It’s not my typical type of read, but the description had my attention. The world building, plot, and characters was thought out well. This book was fast paced and hard to put down. The story was about a sister who wanted to get justice for her sister. This book will definitely grab your attention from the very first page to the last page. I highly recommend this book.
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Streets of Shadow by Rebecca Bischoff
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
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Streets of Shadow by Rebecca Bischoff is the first book that I have read by this author, but it definitely won’t be the last. It is a young adult/teen historical mystery set in Scotland in 1665, which gives the story an extra element of interest as well as adding some darker tones to the overall storyline.
A bit of a coming-of-age story woven through the plot while also providing plenty of suspense, danger, action, adventure, intrigue, murder, tragedy, lies, disease, challenges, and even a touch of romance.
Teenage Kenna (15) goes from discovering her sister has been murdered, to being on the run, to then being captured and locked up underground with no means to escape. She could lose all hope, but Kenna is a tough one, and she’s determined to survive and find justice for her sister. What happens makes for a thought-provoking and intriguing read.
Ms. Bischoff has brought the 1600’s to life with vivid descriptions and attention to detail. Her story and characters are well-developed and interesting. I will definitely be keeping an eye out for more of her stories in the future.
Happy Reading…
Thank you, Rebecca Bischoff!
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Streets of Shadow by Rebecca Bischoff
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I am not sure what I was expecting when I started this book but what I got far exceeded my hopes. This book was interesting, easy to fall in love with, well written and such a power packed novel! I would gladly let my kids read it, it was appropriate for older kiddos for sure and showed such perseverance from our MC. Author did an amazing job and kept me on my toes more than once!
Streets of Shadow by Rebecca Bischoff
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Kenna is a 15 year old young lady when she finds out that her dear sister, who is more like her mother, has been murdered. When Kenna goes to her Grandfather, the Earl, she is comforted by him, but only briefly. Next thing she knows, she’s being put in a carriage and taken to Stewart’s Close. It’s an alleyway that is in the most extreme poor of communities. She’s also being accused of the murder of her sister. If that’s not enough, Stewart’s Close is under quarantine because of Kenna…she may have brought the plague to them.
Kenna has suddenly gone from a Lady to a beggar. She’s sleeping in the filthiest of places and stealing for food. It’s a battle of survival for her! No one wants anything to do with the “Poisoner” until Donny and his wife decide to take her in…but at a price.
Will Kenna be able to avenge her sister’s death? Will she ever regain her rightful place as a Lady in society? Will she even be able to survive?
This book grabbed me from the get-go! It’s full of adventure and history. There are plot twists at every corner as well! This is my first read by this author but I’ll be looking for more of her work!
Streets of Shadow by Rebecca Bischoff
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was a YA historical story that I thought was an interesting read. Full of mystery and murder and kidnapping. It was a bit a a thriller and a few parts of the story i was on the edge of my seat. It was well written and I enjoyed this one enough that i will def read more by this author in the future. If you like historical novels with suspense, than this one is for you!
Happy Reading!
Streets of Shadow by Rebecca Bischoff
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Streets of Shadows is a YA historical fiction story set in 17th-century Scotland. I always look forward to reading a good historical fiction story, and this did not disappoint. Kenna wants to avenge the murder of her sister, but before she can, she is taken by a mysterious stranger. Locked away in the poorest slums of Edinburgh, she must find her way out and figure out who and what the players are in the situation. I enjoyed delving into some Scottish history and seeing a different viewpoint of the plague. Kenna is a well-developed character who kept me on the edge of my seat at times. There was a lot of development of the different characters and the setting and story. Even though there was a lot of detail to put you into the 17th century, it wasn’t so overdone, making the story drag. I hadn’t read this author before, but I will now look for other books by her. I look forward to passing this book on to my niece to read soon.
