However, Lady Helen soon realizes that she is something other in a world that values conformity, especially from women who are supposed to make a good impression but not stand out too much. Where does Lady Helen fit into her world, when she discovers this new power within her? It is clear that Helen possesses great intelligence and wit, and the reader can see a restlessness in her being, but she is also a lady of her time and eager to find her place society. What I love about Lady Helen is that she doesn't feel like a modern person put into a historic setting, as I sometimes find books set in past time periods. Except it isn't exactly the life she expected. Although Lady Helen is unsure she wants to get married quite so soon, she is eager for her adult life to begin. Once presented, Lady Helen will fill her days with social gatherings, promenades and evening parties - all in the quest of a husband, and all while adhering to the strict social codes that her station demands. Lady Helen Wrexhall is a day away from being presented to the queen, the event that will formally welcome her into society, announcing her as an adult and eligible for marriage. I also love how the time period played against all of the supernatural elements in the story. I love historical fantasy, and one of my favorite aspects of The Dark Days Club is that it seeks to be very present in 1812 Regency London. From Helen's dress to the social customs of the Regency period, to even encountering some real historical characters, it is clear that the author did her research.
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