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Reviewed by Jennifer Senick for Readers' Favorite
In Showboat Soubrette by Brodie Curtis, the story begins with Stella Parrot, a talented, popular Native American showboat singer, performing aboard Lady J along the Mississippi River. Taking place in the years leading up to the Civil War, she travels from town to town, captivating audiences while adjusting to life on the river. Early on, she meets John Dee Franklin, a white man, and his business partner, Toby Freeman, a black man, and the two quickly notice her. Their paths become forever intertwined after a dangerous encounter that changes everything. More trouble begins to follow them down the river. Will the three be held accountable for what happened that night? And will their growing feelings come to the surface?
When I first saw the cover of Showboat Soubrette by Brodie Curtis, I immediately knew I had to read it. Mark Twain worked as a steamboat pilot before becoming a writer, and I wondered if I might catch a glimpse of what his life was like in the story. I definitely learned a bit, and I also found myself drawn into Stella’s world pretty quickly. The writing balances tense moments, like when she’s performing, with more unpredictable ones, like when a seemingly normal interaction shifts into something uneasy. There were times when I thought I had figured out where the plot was going, but then it would change direction, which kept things interesting. I also liked how real the characters felt, especially Stella, who comes across as both confident and vulnerable depending on the situation. The characters are challenged in ways that force them to step up, even when they’re afraid. Overall, I really enjoyed Showboat Soubrette and recommend it. Fans of historical fiction with a mix of drama, action, and character-driven storytelling will want to read this engaging novel.
