Has spirited lady, crippled brother and handsome stranger. Millicent Hayes has lived all her life in the rolling hills of Emmitsville, Texas. Bound by her duty to her tragicallly crippled brother, the dark-haired innocent has never know desire....until a handsome stranger moved next door and unleashes the floodgates of a breathless passion she has never believed could be hers.
Very enjoyable reading.
Although the author was correct in taking her time to let the romances evolve naturally, it seemed that the book was too long (almost 500 pages). The characters were all likable and interesting to follow. I thought the secondary romance was charming.
The premise of the novel was very interesting. Millicent Hayes has a complete life, she thinks, caring for her crippled brother, her home, gardens, and church/community activities. However, when Jonathan Lawrence and his daughter move into the empty house next door, things begin to change. He makes Millicent view her life differently; Jonathan makes her see that her family and her guilt are keeping her from reaching out for a fuller life. Â
The premise of the novel was very interesting. Millicent Hayes has a complete life, she thinks, caring for her crippled brother, her home, gardens, and church/community activities. However, when Jonathan Lawrence and his daughter move into the empty house next door, things begin to change. He makes Millicent view her life differently; Jonathan makes her see that her family and her guilt are keeping her from reaching out for a fuller life. Â
