Anglophiles beware, once you open this book you'll be drawn into it, and won't want to leave! A sequel of sorts to book one, with the return of the main characters playing a big part of the story, and picking up where it left off, but probably okay to read as a standalone.
Loved the many references to the Chronicles of Narnia, especially the wardrobe and book quotes. Seriously, how can anyone resist a redemption tale wrapped in all things British, such as C.S. Lewis, the Oxford-Cambridge rivalry, rowing team competition, a cricket match, endless cups of tea, mentions of Downton Abbey, and an antique shop with a sought after tea cup that brings two people together? The couple featured seemed to be bent on redeeming their pasts, especially Emelia; when God's truth finally shines a light on their lives, it brings hope and grace. I wasn't sure how their story would end, with all the ups and downs. Have to say it was worth the angst.
Recommend reading Close to You first, to get the whole story of Allie and Jackson. It's one of the best contemporary romances I've ever read. This one was quite good too. Happy sigh. Can hardly wait to read more from this author! 4.5 stars
(Book provided by NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for my honest review.)
Loved the many references to the Chronicles of Narnia, especially the wardrobe and book quotes. Seriously, how can anyone resist a redemption tale wrapped in all things British, such as C.S. Lewis, the Oxford-Cambridge rivalry, rowing team competition, a cricket match, endless cups of tea, mentions of Downton Abbey, and an antique shop with a sought after tea cup that brings two people together? The couple featured seemed to be bent on redeeming their pasts, especially Emelia; when God's truth finally shines a light on their lives, it brings hope and grace. I wasn't sure how their story would end, with all the ups and downs. Have to say it was worth the angst.
Recommend reading Close to You first, to get the whole story of Allie and Jackson. It's one of the best contemporary romances I've ever read. This one was quite good too. Happy sigh. Can hardly wait to read more from this author! 4.5 stars
(Book provided by NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for my honest review.)
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