The Rat-Catcher's Daughter

The Rat-Catcher's Daughter is a Victorian romance novella set in London's criminal underworld. Music hall performer Miss Christiana is being pressured by a gang leader who threatens her livelihood and safety. Stan Kamarzyn, an enforcer for a rival gang, takes on the task of protecting Miss Christiana from harm. Their initial business arrangement evolves as they spend time together and learn each other's secrets. The story centers on themes of identity, acceptance, and finding connection in unexpected places. Through its portrayal of Victorian London's margins and meeting points between different social worlds, the novella explores how people create their own definitions of love and family.

Readers appreciate the representation of trans and asexual characters in this Victorian romance novella, with many noting the authenticity and care in portraying Miss Christiana's story. Several reviews highlight the balance between sweet romance and period-accurate challenges faced by the characters. Readers liked: - Strong character development despite short length - Historical accuracy and setting details - Musical performance elements - Natural integration of representation Common criticisms: - Too short; readers wanted more depth - Some found the conflict resolution rushed - Price point high for length Ratings: Goodreads: 4.11/5 (2,400+ ratings) Amazon: 4.5/5 (300+ ratings) Notable reader comments: "Perfect bite-sized story with authentic period details" - Goodreads reviewer "Would have benefited from being longer to fully explore the relationship" - Amazon reviewer "Finally, ace rep that feels natural and not forced" - BookBub reviewer

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🐀 The book's title character, Miss Christiana, is a real-life music hall performer who appears in other KJ Charles works, particularly the Lilywhite Boys series. 🎭 The Victorian music hall setting reflects a vibrant part of 19th-century London entertainment culture, where performers could earn a living regardless of their social class or background. 📚 At just 64 pages, this novella serves as a bridge between two of KJ Charles' series: The Lilywhite Boys and Will Darling Adventures. 🌈 The story features transgender representation in Victorian London, exploring historical LGBTQ+ experiences that are often overlooked in period fiction. 🖋️ KJ Charles worked as an editor for 15 years before becoming a full-time writer, bringing her professional editorial experience to her own historical romance novels.