I really wanted to love this because I anted to learn more about Nikola Tesla. However, I did not like the main character. She made many heartless decisions that I disagreed with. I found her very annoying. Still, I recommend this for fans of Ophelia’s Muse and Rodin’s lover!

Katherine McMahon Johnson is married to Robert Johnson who adores her. She is the light of his life and he does everything he can to make her happy. Her marriage is a good one. The problem is that they have met Nikola Tesla. He is tall and brilliant and she is swept off her feet. Nikola on the other hand is a faithful friend to her husband and repulses her overtures.

Katherine fantasizes about a complete physical relationship with Nikola throughout her life. She raises children with Robert and they are placed at various embassies around the world representing our government. The problem is her infatuation never wavers. She recognizes her problem but cannot forget about Nikola and his aristocratic demeanor.

Her fantasies ultimately make her ill and reclusive. Neither her husband nor her children can shake her lust for Nikola. Even when stationed in foreign countries she continues to obsess over him! Such obsessive behavior and lust are overwhelming in their driving nature.

The narrative is at times slow paced and repetitive. Had hoped for a bit more Nikola and a little less obsessed Katherine. 3.5 stars - CE Williams

This was a really engaging, well-written and thoroughly entertaining book. I enjoyed the style in which it was written and, as a fan of Mr. Tesla, was excited to see this particular look at his remarkable life. Highly recommended :)

4.5 rounded up
Interesting and informative. Well researched. Thanks to Netgalley for the opportunity to read this book

this was such a good historical novel, I loved the use of Nikola Tesla. This story worked really well in the time-period, I was invested in what happened. The characters felt like the people they were suppose to and I'm glad I read this.

"Do we feel the weight of tiredness and fear on our shoulders or has imminent sorrow possessed us? I know what Robert must be thinking and we both know what lies before him. It is going to be good news, but how can he be happy in such circumstances?"