What a surprise! I really enjoyed this book. It was loaded with mystery, family and love. When Sabrina returns to her childhood home she is less than happy. It takes a while with little bits of memories repeated to gather how Daddy Jack (her Stepfather) effected her. She loved him so much. It is evident when she returns and you understand who Daddy Jack was married to and how she became his favorite. She was unwavering, loving and respectful of his memory. Her Mom was, I think, the love of Jack’s life. He should have been broken, but somehow he healed from too many bouts with misery.
The story proceeds with Cord, Angela and Steve gathering in the home to greet Sabrina. Not pleasant but not bad either. She has to stay there for a period in order to get her inheritance. They all need her and she needs them. WHAT a plot! Cord explains he spent a lot of money on her dark room and supplies. He wants her happy, can either one of these stubborn fools see that? OMG I was rooting for them! He acted kike he wanted her to do her job and be happy while she was there. She couldn’t keep the nagging fears in check. Oh such suspense.
As she enters the house, things start to happen. Of course Sabrina contradicts every bad thought in her mind. The supporting cast of helpers, maids and cooks only adds to the feeling of old wealth. She doesn’t want to think someone is going to kills her least of all her “steps” If you like contemporary romance with suspense then this is it, grab it and read it!
oh my Cord is that you??
big swoon over Cord!
Violet L Ryan lives in a small Midwestern town with her husband, Denny. They raised their three beautiful daughters, Lana, Julie, and Debbie, in a bungalow set above Fall Creek a stone’s throw from the lovely city park. They enjoy eating out with friends, Sunday morning church services, and fellowship with brothers and sisters in Christ. Violet’s favorite pastimes include photography, painting, drawing, reading, and, of course, writing.
Violet says, “I’ve created stories all my life. It’s second nature to turn even the smallest detail, like a face in a crowd, or a lonely house on a hill, into a full-blown story. I write short stories and novels in many different genres, but if you like romance, we already share a common bond. Whether I spin a tale of mystery, suspense, fantasy, or plain, honest to goodness romance, a developing relationship between my hero and heroine is necessary to the plot. Even as a tot, when I wove stories of magic kingdoms, there were always heroes to save the day and magical queens bestowing favors on their knights.”
Between authoring several books, Violet has written articles for newspapers and Christian communications. She has published several short stories, one a first prize contest winner, and an occasional poem.
When her stories are finished, polished, and published, she schedules signings and appearances, holds events and author chats, and presents ideas and information at programs for those who wish to learn a new craft or improve their technique.
Questions and comments welcome.
You can reach Violet at iustars@aol.com
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