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Lord Rivendale's young daughter has refused to speak since she witnessed her mother's death. She loves to read the books written by an anonymous lady. Lord seeks out lady & you have a light, heartwarming regency story.
Lee P. (copiousreader) reviewed The Widower's Folly (Magic Locket, Bk 2) (Signet Regency Romance) on
"The Widower's Folly" is the second installment in the series that focuses on the Barlow sisters and the magical locket that allows them to see the face of the man they are destined to find happiness with. This time it is Theresa's turn. The second of the Barlow sisters, Theresa is somewhat shy and prefers to spend her time writing stories for children, rather than attending a fashionable get-together or a ball. One morning, as she's on her way to turn in her latest book to her publisher, her aunt, Margaret Winsham, gives her the family locket, and tells her the legend behind the locket. And when Theresa opens the locket, she catches a glimpse of the face of a rather handsome gentleman. Imagine her shock when minutes later, she practically runs into him outside her publisher's!
William, Lord Rivendale, currently has only one purpose in life: to get his young six year old daughter, Anna, to talk again. Anna had witnessed her mother die in a carriage accident, and she's not spoken word since. The only time she shows any signs of liveliness is when her father reads to her the books by her favourite authour. So when the latest specialist that Rivendale has consulted holds out little hope for Anna's improvement, Rivendale has the idea that he will discover the identity of Anna's favorite author, and ask her for her help in bringing Anna out of her shell. Rivendale of course expects this author to be a grandmotherly old woman. So the the stage is set....
William, Lord Rivendale, currently has only one purpose in life: to get his young six year old daughter, Anna, to talk again. Anna had witnessed her mother die in a carriage accident, and she's not spoken word since. The only time she shows any signs of liveliness is when her father reads to her the books by her favourite authour. So when the latest specialist that Rivendale has consulted holds out little hope for Anna's improvement, Rivendale has the idea that he will discover the identity of Anna's favorite author, and ask her for her help in bringing Anna out of her shell. Rivendale of course expects this author to be a grandmotherly old woman. So the the stage is set....
Lynne T. (mignon) reviewed The Widower's Folly (Magic Locket, Bk 2) (Signet Regency Romance) on + 256 more book reviews
This is an 'escape' story. Every once in a while I am ready for a little light reading. This fit the bill. It is a fast read. It's a 'fairy tale' that takes place in the Regency Period. What more could a 'Magic Locket' do that make every thing happen to make the wish come true. Of course, there a bump along the way, but there is a 'happily ever after' ending. Of course, you knew that all along. No spoiler here.
