Out of the Ordinary by Jen Turano is the second book in Apart from the Crowd series. Miss Gertrude Cadwalader is companion to Mrs. Davenport which is not an easy task. Mrs. Davenport is known for helping herself to other people's belongings while they are at parties and events (which Gertrude returns). Gertrude and Mrs. Davenport are attending the engagement party of Permilia Griswold and Asher Rutherford on the yacht of Harrison Sinclair. The next day Mrs. Davenport confesses that she left her reticule on board the yacht with stolen contraband inside. Gertrude tries rescue it, but is caught by Harrison's mother before she can depart. Gertrude is arrested and accused of stealing from the Manhattan Beach Hotel as well. Harrison works with Gertrude to clear her name (and Mrs. Davenport's) and find the true culprit (and true love along the way).
Out of the Ordinary is easy to read and nicely written. Out of the Ordinary can be read alone. If you enjoy humorous historical novels, then I suggest picking up a copy of Behind the Scenes (first book in Apart from the Crowd series). There is one laugh out loud moment after another in Out of the Ordinary. I was happy to see growth in Mrs. Davenport and Gertrude by the end of the novel. At times I wanted to shake Gertrude and tell her to develop a backbone (especially after she wore the birdcage for a bustle). I felt that Ms. Turano captured the era with the fashions, dialogue and mannerisms. There is some predictability to the romance portion of the story (that seems inevitable in romance novels) and I felt the first night (night of engagement party) went on too long. That night alone took up 48% of the book. The mystery was interesting and I enjoyed figuring out the culprit. Out of the Ordinary is a quirky novel that will appeal to readers of historical romance novels and fans of Jen Turano.
Out of the Ordinary is easy to read and nicely written. Out of the Ordinary can be read alone. If you enjoy humorous historical novels, then I suggest picking up a copy of Behind the Scenes (first book in Apart from the Crowd series). There is one laugh out loud moment after another in Out of the Ordinary. I was happy to see growth in Mrs. Davenport and Gertrude by the end of the novel. At times I wanted to shake Gertrude and tell her to develop a backbone (especially after she wore the birdcage for a bustle). I felt that Ms. Turano captured the era with the fashions, dialogue and mannerisms. There is some predictability to the romance portion of the story (that seems inevitable in romance novels) and I felt the first night (night of engagement party) went on too long. That night alone took up 48% of the book. The mystery was interesting and I enjoyed figuring out the culprit. Out of the Ordinary is a quirky novel that will appeal to readers of historical romance novels and fans of Jen Turano.
Out of the Ordinary by Jen Turano
Apart from the Crowd Series Book Two
Miss Gertrude Cadwalader is a paid companion for a rather unusual woman, Mrs. Davenport. Gertrude stays quite busy keeping an eye on her boss and returning items that the woman...has somehow procured while at society events. Gertrude knows she's ordinary and that she'll never have a family of her own. Especially not a man as handsome and kind as Harrison.
Harrison Sinclair is a bit unusual too. He dresses in bright colors, stripes and plaids, and just plain odd pairings. He doesn't always quite say what he means...or perhaps he just says what's exactly on his mind. And now...he finds that since his friend Asher is engaged...he's now a man the women want to marry!
I love Jen Turano's writing. Laugh out loud humor, tear-jerking at times, but always a page-turner. Great characters and storylines.
**Received from Bethany House for an honest review
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Apart from the Crowd Series Book Two
Miss Gertrude Cadwalader is a paid companion for a rather unusual woman, Mrs. Davenport. Gertrude stays quite busy keeping an eye on her boss and returning items that the woman...has somehow procured while at society events. Gertrude knows she's ordinary and that she'll never have a family of her own. Especially not a man as handsome and kind as Harrison.
Harrison Sinclair is a bit unusual too. He dresses in bright colors, stripes and plaids, and just plain odd pairings. He doesn't always quite say what he means...or perhaps he just says what's exactly on his mind. And now...he finds that since his friend Asher is engaged...he's now a man the women want to marry!
I love Jen Turano's writing. Laugh out loud humor, tear-jerking at times, but always a page-turner. Great characters and storylines.
**Received from Bethany House for an honest review
http://justjudysjumbles.blogspot.com/2017/04/jen-turano.html
Molly (Buuklvr81) -
Ms. Turano is back with her witty, soul capturing characters and brings her fans a novel that you won't soon forget! While this is not the first book in the series, it's easily read as a stand alone, though I do recommend reading the first book, as a series is always best read in order. Ms. Turano's writing style is unique and quirky and I loved every minute of this page turning novel!
Gertrude and Harrison really stole my heart. I loved the way they interacting and watching them blossom into their feelings was a pleasant treat while reading their story. Ms. Turano chiseled them both perfectly for their roles, and threw in a few other characters to round them out, though one character you'll just love to hate, if you're like me!
If you want a 5 star worthy novel that will captivate your stole, make a home in your heart and is filled with historic detail and laugh out loud wit from beautifully created characters, then this is most definitely a book that you do not want to miss! Ms. Turano has hit the nail on the head with this novel and I am already looking forward to the next book in the series. Well done and two thumbs up!
*Cafinated Reads received a complimentary copy of this book from Celebrate Lit Tours and Bethany House Publishers and was under no obligation to post a review, positive or negative.*
Gertrude and Harrison really stole my heart. I loved the way they interacting and watching them blossom into their feelings was a pleasant treat while reading their story. Ms. Turano chiseled them both perfectly for their roles, and threw in a few other characters to round them out, though one character you'll just love to hate, if you're like me!
If you want a 5 star worthy novel that will captivate your stole, make a home in your heart and is filled with historic detail and laugh out loud wit from beautifully created characters, then this is most definitely a book that you do not want to miss! Ms. Turano has hit the nail on the head with this novel and I am already looking forward to the next book in the series. Well done and two thumbs up!
*Cafinated Reads received a complimentary copy of this book from Celebrate Lit Tours and Bethany House Publishers and was under no obligation to post a review, positive or negative.*
Loraine N. (momrain) reviewed Out of the Ordinary (Apart From the Crowd, Bk 2) on + 205 more book reviews
This was my favorite book of this series. I loved it! Two kind-hearted and generous individuals go from friendship to love in the midst of hilarious circumstances. Full review is at my website.
I received this book complimentary in a giveaway. I was not required to give a review. All of the opinions I have expressed here are my own.
I received this book complimentary in a giveaway. I was not required to give a review. All of the opinions I have expressed here are my own.
