Adult Historical Fiction - looking for Alpha Readers

[Danielle Meier]

Hi everyone! I'm looking for a few alpha readers who enjoy historical fiction with a contemporary voice. (Think Jennifer Burke's "Valerius Mysteries.") I've returned to a project that I started back in 2023 and finally have the capacity to launch into.

It's the summer of 1946, and the men and women who served the United States are at long last returning home. For classical violist Charlotte Miller, her temporary status as a substitute for her hometown orchestra is over - but it's her first opportunity to audition for a tenured seat alongside her twin brother, Theo, a dream she's had since she began playing.

When everything falls apart in a matter of minutes, Charlie flees home, finds her brother in crisis, and makes a snap decision: she'll masquerade as Theo, win the audition, and call the misogynistic ass who ruined her shot on the carpet. It's simple, the hair is already all over the bathroom floor - and it's so crazy, it just might work. But what happens when Charlie gets everything she's ever wanted? And what if the resulting mess she creates is nothing compared to the secrets carried by her fellow musicians?

Thanks so much for considering! My goal would be to share the first few chapters, and if it's a good fit, continue to exchange with someone as I continue writing. I enjoy fiction of all shapes and sizes, so I'm open to reading and critiquing in turn!

Best,

Dani

[Bukky Grimes]

Hello Danielle,  I really enjoy reading historical fiction with a contemporary voice and I would love to help you alpha beta read your book providing in-depth full well constructive feedback focusing on discovering the strength and weakness of the book, the character connection development, pacing, plot holes, overall impression, world-building, readers perspective, what's working well and what's not etc..