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staceloren's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.0
danakask's review against another edition
5.0
I rarely read books in one or two sittings, but Lorna’s beautiful writing style had me completely immersed and hooked on this dual timeline story within the first few pages. The story is elaborately weaved around two different love stories set in picturesque Scottish Highlands. As the gripping plot thickens, seamlessly flowing between different times I was mesmerised how both romances unfolded.
This is definitely one of those page-turners that one can’t put down; beautifully written and easy to read. I would highly recommend.
This is definitely one of those page-turners that one can’t put down; beautifully written and easy to read. I would highly recommend.
sarahthereader's review against another edition
5.0
This book was AMAZING!!! I read it in two days, staying up way too late to read. Historical fiction that travels between 1940 Scotland and present day. There's mystery and romance. I couldn't put it down. Pub date Marcy 19, 2020.
angie50's review against another edition
3.0
Nice easy read, just a little predictable in places for my liking
lottie2424's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
megans_book_corner's review against another edition
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
faysieh's review against another edition
3.0
A pleasant read which won't exactly set the world alight, well not my world anyway, but one that has a certain slow and subtle charm.
A dual timeline story flitting between 1940 and the present day, we learn about Constance rescuing a pilot from the loch by the house at Invermoray, and years later Kate takes on a job at the same house, trying to rescue it from debt.
Constance is a privileged woman fighting against war time constraints and determined to make a difference. She doesn't know how she will achieve this, but whilst escaping the unwanted clutches of amorous Henry at her 21st birthday celebrations, she finds herself bravely saving the life of Matthew when his plane falls from the sky.
Meanwhile Kate gets off to a bad start in her new job when it turns out the man she nearly ran over finding her way to Invermoray House is none other than the son of Liz who hired her. Things are frosty between Kate and James but slowly they begin to work at keeping the house afloat as a B&B. To do this they delve into the history of the house and its former occupants, intrigued by portraits, local more and some names in a family bible.
This is the link between the two generations and we discover how eventful life was in 1940 for Constance, her brother Douglas and the wounded airman Matthew who Constance hides in an out of the way cottage.
There is happiness and sadness, a shock discovery or two and relationships between couples that seem doomed from the outset.
A reasonably interesting book, if somewhat predictable in places, but if you like historical fiction combined with a light read, this could be the book for you!
A dual timeline story flitting between 1940 and the present day, we learn about Constance rescuing a pilot from the loch by the house at Invermoray, and years later Kate takes on a job at the same house, trying to rescue it from debt.
Constance is a privileged woman fighting against war time constraints and determined to make a difference. She doesn't know how she will achieve this, but whilst escaping the unwanted clutches of amorous Henry at her 21st birthday celebrations, she finds herself bravely saving the life of Matthew when his plane falls from the sky.
Meanwhile Kate gets off to a bad start in her new job when it turns out the man she nearly ran over finding her way to Invermoray House is none other than the son of Liz who hired her. Things are frosty between Kate and James but slowly they begin to work at keeping the house afloat as a B&B. To do this they delve into the history of the house and its former occupants, intrigued by portraits, local more and some names in a family bible.
This is the link between the two generations and we discover how eventful life was in 1940 for Constance, her brother Douglas and the wounded airman Matthew who Constance hides in an out of the way cottage.
There is happiness and sadness, a shock discovery or two and relationships between couples that seem doomed from the outset.
A reasonably interesting book, if somewhat predictable in places, but if you like historical fiction combined with a light read, this could be the book for you!
emmathebookhunter's review against another edition
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
I listened to this on audiobook through the Libby app and found it really nice to have on in the background whilst working - it’s a lovely story with great characters and a brilliant twist at the end! The only thing I didn’t quite get was how time was passing in the various scenes - it was quite hard to keep track of as it moved at a very different pace in the 1940 and 2020 chapters. Other than that I really enjoyed it!Â
foxandbooks's review against another edition
4.0
Two stories, two women in two different time periods. This is a story that starts in 1940 in Scotland. Constance is sitting by the Loch when she hears what she thinks is a Spitfire plane with engine trouble. The plane goes down and Constance swims out to rescue the pilot. She gets him to shore and takes him to a little carriage house on the property... And from there her story begins.
In 2020 Scotland, Kate is on her way to Invermoray House for a new job to help the house attract more visitors. She is looking for something different in her life.
At the start of this book, I wondered how the author was going to be able to tie both stories together but she did it masterfully! What she has created is a wonderful story full of secrets, betrayal, love and best of all redemption!!
Thank you to Avon Books UK and Netgalley for a eARC in exchange for my honest review.
In 2020 Scotland, Kate is on her way to Invermoray House for a new job to help the house attract more visitors. She is looking for something different in her life.
At the start of this book, I wondered how the author was going to be able to tie both stories together but she did it masterfully! What she has created is a wonderful story full of secrets, betrayal, love and best of all redemption!!
Thank you to Avon Books UK and Netgalley for a eARC in exchange for my honest review.
dianesmillie's review against another edition
4.0
What a lovely book! Enjoyed even more due to being set in my area which is quite rare for up here!!
Loved the 2 different era stories and although I predicted the reveal with Matthew, I still really enjoyed it. Actually doubted my prediction a few times so the author did well to keep it guessing. A real feel good book that’s really enjoyable to read.
Loved the 2 different era stories and although I predicted the reveal with Matthew, I still really enjoyed it. Actually doubted my prediction a few times so the author did well to keep it guessing. A real feel good book that’s really enjoyable to read.