Gaslight

Nansi is a determined teen working for a theatre owner. She steals, she acts, she brims with hope and never gives up no matter what.

It's 1899 and Nansi lives in Cardiff. Being a young girl in these dark times isn't easy. Nansi had a dreadful accident on the same day her mother disappeared. She was fished out of the water at the Cardiff docks and never saw her mother again. Nansi now lives with her uncle Sid in a theater and she has to work to earn money. Sid promised her that he'll set aside some of the money Nansi makes for her, so he can hire an investigator to search for her mother. Nansi has to steal from the rich and has to participate in obscure theater shows that are nothing more than scams. Nansi's never questioned Sid's story until recently. Sid doesn't treat the people at the theater very well and Nansi even has to share her closet room space with someone else. Nansi has a big heart and she's always looking out for other people. Being disobedient will come at a price, but Nansi is done with waiting around for Sid to do something. Will Nansi ever be reunited with her mother? Gaslight is a beautiful story about family and friendship. Nansi dreams about what her life would be like when she'd be with her mother again and I loved her determination to find out the truth. Nansi is in some ways a typical young girl. She can be naive and too trusting, but she's also incredibly clever and resourceful. I connected with her right from the start and I was wishing for her to have the life she deserves. Gaslight is a beautiful and intriguing book about family secrets. The cover is stunning and it matches the dark atmosphere of the story perfectly. I know that Suze absolutely loved Gaslight, so I couldn't wait to start reading and then I found it hard to stop, because I desperately wanted to find out what would happen to Nansi and the search for her mother. Gaslight is an enchanting story that grabbed me from beginning to end. Eloise Williams is a new author for me and after reading Gaslight I can't wait to read more of her books.

It's 1899 and life for a girl on her own isn't easy. Nansi doesn't know where her mother is. The last time they were together was on the day she ended up in the water at Cardiff docks. Nansi was rescued, but hasn't seen her mother since. She lives in a theatre where she works for Sid. She has to earn her keep by stealing and helping out with the shows. Sid has promised Nansi he'll save part of the money she makes, so she can hire a detective to find her mother. She isn't there yet though, will she ever be able to get the funds together?Changes are being made at the theatre to attract a much needed bigger audience. Nansi needs to give up her bed and she has to help with a psychic show based on lies. When someone recognizes her because of her mother Nansi knows the time has come to fight for her future. Will she be able to find out what happened on that dreadful day she ended up in the water and when her eyes are finally being opened will she be able to uncover the truth?Gaslight is a beautiful story about a brave and clever girl and her quest to find her mother. I loved Nansi from the start. She's resourceful, caring and also a little bit naive. She's an ideal main character for a gripping book and her adventures are fantastic. There are many interesting twists and turns and the story kept me on the edge of my seat from beginning to end. Nansi's dedication to find her mother is admirable and I liked her resilience. She never gives up and she's always there for the people she loves. Nansi is a terrific girl and I really enjoyed reading about her.Gaslight is a fascinating book. Eloise Williams has chosen a perfect setting for her story. Cardiff in 1899 has an enchanting atmosphere and the theatre is fabulously worn and dark. It's a great place for secrets and its obscurity kept impressing me. Eloise Williams has a gorgeous writing style and her story is captivating from beginning to end. I already read this book twice, Gaslight is amazing and I know I will keep reading it over and over again. I love it when I've found a true gem. Eloise Williams has written a brilliant story, a wonderful book that I will treasure forever.

There are SO many things to love about this book. Nansi, the main character, is bright, funny, brave and loyal - and a true heroine. She's determined to find her missing mother, no matter how many obstacles Pernicious Sid puts in her way. The description of Victorian Cardiff are wonderful; the theatres, the docks, the Penarth tunnel - so much so that the location almost becomes a character itself! The plot was clever and interesting, just the right amount of twists and turns for a 8 - 12 reading audience. And the ending - let's just say I cried. My only criticism ... I wanted MORE!

An atmospheric story about Nansi, a plucky and likeable girl who has become mixed up with the wrong people through no fault of her own. The plot is very strong; the reader is led masterfully by Williams, following Nansi through the highs and lows of her adventure. It reminds me of Oliver Twist and Sarah Waters' Fingersmith (but a children's version!) Children will adore this!