This is my first ever book review. I enjoy reading novels and have 'pinned' a few of my favourite reads onto 'A Good Read' board on Pinterest. I have left a few words on Amazon when I have had a book from that source but it was Carole Matthews who got me thinking that the Author appreciates feedback and other readers like to know how you experienced any particular book. No doubt I will review one of Carole Matthews' 29 novels next, but I have just finished this one. Isn't the cover appealing? This is what I found when I delved inside and read the story.
It is about an ordinary village girl who enters the world of a well-to-do upper class family who inherited the stately home she and her mother visited every year and so begins a journey of discovery. Holly Swift is a friend to all and helpful to all she comes into contact with. Those of you who visit National Trust homes and grounds will be delighted with the wonderfully descriptive picture Cathy Bramley gives of Wickham Hall but you will also feel that Holly is your friend too.
The Hall and grounds holds secrets of the protagonist's family line which is uncovered when Holly Swift takes on the job of Events Manager. Holly lives in a small cluttered cottage in the village near to Wickham Hall where there are acres of grounds and grand historic rooms. Holly's two worlds collide bringing thrills, dreams and heartache. She gradually changes from planning everything to learning to live in the moment and appeals to both sides of our psyche - organised -v- spontaneous.
Fashion, art, gardens and cooking all have a place in this dreamland world where Christmas glistens with snow, where love blossoms and she experiences magical starry nights.
It is every girls fantasy of a knight in shining armour being the character who leads you through tears and laughter, suspense and predictability, hope and surprises. It will appeal to all of your emotions.
Very well written, thoroughly enjoyed and highly recommended.
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