A little bit about what you'll find reviewed here

A little bit about what you'll find reviewed on this blog: I believe the best books involve characters you wish you could read more about long after the book is finished. Recently, I've been searching for hidden gems from the past. I read mostly fiction, and I'm a bit of a prude. I don't normally enjoy books with sex or excessive language.

Who I am:
I raised two wonderful girls, and I'm super proud of them. I enjoy reading (of course), sewing, cross stitching, photography and writing. I live in the high desert portion of Washington (which I didn't know existed until my husband and I decided to move here) and have really enjoyed my time out here. I am excited to see what God has next in store for my life!

Tuesday, October 1, 2013

A Talent for Trouble (Ladies of Distinction #3) - Jen Turano

In the past, I have been able to read the novella to this series, Gentleman of Her Dreams, and also the first book in the series, A Change of Fortune.  I’ve had the second book, A Most Peculiar Circumstance, on my watch list for quite a while, but haven’t seen a drop in it yet.

Felicia has just had a letdown.  Her secret infatuation with the local reverend, which appears to be no secret at all, has ended with him married to another woman.  For four years, Felicia had altered who she was to try and attract this man’s attentions.  Now that he is gone, Felicia’s mother has seen fit to try and match her up with someone as soon as possible.

Grayson has had a troubled past and has vowed to never marry again.  His past mistakes have made him, in his eyes, unworthy of forgiveness from God and thereby unsuitable as a husband to any young woman.  Problem is, Felicia is both maddening and intriguing at the same time.  While he wants to spare her from his past, saving her from one of the troubles she tends to get into brings his past right to her door.

As with the other books I have read by Jen Turano, this was another great read.  I didn’t feel like I had missed much by having to skip the second book, although mention was made of botched marriage proposals.  Apparently all the men in these books make a mess of their proposals.  Other than that, as long as you realize it’s a happily-ever-after, you’re not going to spoil much by reading them out of order.  I do hope that this series doesn’t follow the usual trilogy format, as we still don’t have resolution for Agatha and I think it would be a great story from a relatively new author.  She’s a great writer and her characters make me smile.  Definitely hope to see more from her!  Good Book!

*I received a copy of this book from the publisher through Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

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