The Ornithologist's Field Guide to Love by India Holton ~ a Review

by MK French

Rival ornithologists hunt through England for a rare magical bird in this historical-fantasy rom-com reminiscent of Indiana Jones but with manners, tea, and helicopter parasols.

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July 2024; Berkley; 978-0593547281
audio, ebook, print (384 pages); romantic fantasy

Beth Pickering nearly caught the rare deathwhistler bird when Professor Devon Lockley stepped in. Fully aware of how ruthless ornithology can be, Beth is determined to keep her distance from Devon. He was smitten at first sight but also determined to keep his distance due to their professional rivalry. When the Birder of the Year competition involves capturing an endangered caladrius bird, Beth and Devon are forced to team up to have any chance of winning. While their hearts might be on the line, the competition is even fiercer.

Written in the manner of Victorian novels, there's as much a comedy of British manners and social rules as there is the underhanded dealings of ornithologist circles and the group hoping to drum up more interest in the field. Beth and Devon are attracted to each other, separated from their actual teams, and stumble through truly ridiculous situations. 

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Born and raised in New York City, M.K. French started writing stories when very young, dreaming of different worlds and places to visit. She always had an interest in folklore, fairy tales, and the macabre, which has definitely influenced her work. She currently lives in the Midwest with her husband, three young children, and a golden retriever.

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