Recent Reads - Jane of Lantern Hill

Jane of Lantern Hill by L.M. Montgomery - I would consider myself somewhat of a fan of Montgomery's books, but I admit I wasn't at all familiar with this title before it was named as the June pick for an online book club I follow. The story starts out by describing where Jane lives in Toronto - a large house in an expensive and exclusive neighborhood, where she lives with her mother, grandmother, and aunt. Though Jane loves her mother deeply, she has no affection for the cold-hearted grandmother who never seems to have a good word to say to or about Jane. Jane is lonely, largely friendless, and stifled in any activity she might want to try. This dull existence changes when an unexpected letter arrives from Jane's father who lives on Prince Edward Island. He requests that Jane come visit him for the summer. Jane is scared to go, having only just discovered that her father is still alive, and worried about being away from her mother for so long. 

Upon arriving on PEI, Jane's connection with her father is almost immediate, and the two of them begin forging a strong bond. Dad gets them a little house on Lantern Hill to live in for the summer, where they can get to know each other, and Jane finds endless delight in being able to cook and clean and decorate and play outside with new friends to her heart's content. The house at Lantern Hill truly becomes her "home" and the affection she shares with her dad is deep, though she has promised to not speak of mother to him, or write anything about him to her mother. She grows more curious about why the two are no longer together, and for the remainder of the story yearns to somehow reconcile her two worlds - the home and people of PEI and both of her beloved parents. 

Jane is a sad and suppressed little girl at the opening, and why wouldn't she be with the harsh edicts and spite of her grandmother ruling her. It begs the question very early of why the mother would choose to live in that situation and subject her little daughter to it unless there was something very wrong with the life she had with Jane's father. There are glimpses of who Jane really is - she longs for friendship, she has an imagination, and she has a heart that want to be useful and helpful to others. Once away from her grandmother's house and with her dad, Jane blossoms and finds joy in being able to try all the practical skills she was only allowed to watch before. It's a coming-of-age story in that sense. Jane is almost too good to be true, once given the freedom to try things and learn. She masters cooking and gardening and almost everything else with speed and skill, despite her young age, and I did find that aspect a bit hard to believe. Jane is pragmatic, energetic, hopeful, and kind; and is as delightful a character as one could hope for. Her dad and her friends are all incredibly likeable as well. Her mother's character is not as well-developed, and she appears weak-willed and shallow in the beginning, even though her love for her daughter seems genuine. 

From the publisher:

In Jane of Lantern Hill, L.M. Montgomery brings to life the inspiring journey of Jane Stuart, a young girl who embarks on a new chapter of her life after moving to Lantern Hill to live with her estranged father. Amid the beauty of the island and the challenges of her new life, Jane begins to discover her inner strength and form deeper connections with those around her, including the father she never truly knew. The story is rich with themes of self-discovery, family bonds, and the transformative power of love.

This heartwarming tale is perfect for readers seeking a comforting escape, filled with Montgomery's signature warmth and charm. Jane of Lantern Hill is a celebration of new beginnings and the deep, enduring ties that bind families together.

This is a book with a character's name in the title (#21) for The 52 Book Club's 2025 Reading Challenge.

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This is second in The 52 Book Club's Connections Challenge. Its title shares a word with the previous book title. The word "of" - not very creative of me, but I'm working with what I have!

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Recent Reads - Silencing The Siren

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Silencing the Siren (Ever After Mysteries) by Denise L. Barela - This novel is part of the Ever After Mysteries, a series of fairytale retellings with a mystery element. It is also a debut novel for author Denise L. Barela. It is a retelling of The Little Mermaid, set in 1920s New York City. I was curious as to how the character Annabelle would be similar to a mermaid, and how figurative that aspect would be. Annabelle has a disability - she has a deformity in her legs which confines her to a wheelchair, but as part of a Coney Island "freak show" she dons a costume and performs as a mermaid. Andrew Grayson is the "prince" who is mesmerized by the mermaid's beauty and quickly falls in love with her. Since he is from a wealthy upper crust family with domineering, controlling parents, he sneaks away from home to visit Coney Island and spend time with his little mermaid and her troupe. 

It's the prejudice and snobbery of Andrew's parents and the young lady they want him to marry that puts the challenges in the way of his relationship with Annabelle. The Graysons view Coney Island and the freak show troupe as being socially so far beneath them that they are horrified that Andrew spends time there. They are especially repulsed by Annabelle's disability. Andrew, however, has found friendship and acceptance with the troupe, and is determined to marry Annabelle. Instead, the Graysons arrange a marriage for Andrew to a wealthy socialite, Valerie. Andrew is trying to figure a way out of his dilemma when Annabelle suddenly goes missing and her father is told she is dead. In his grief, Andrew determines to find out what really happened, and he has to finally stand up to his parents to do so.

I loved that the female lead character, Annabelle, was shown as a strong and gracious heroine who happened to have a disability and was in a wheelchair. I also loved that despite his pretentious and sheltered upbringing, Andrew was a kind young man who wasn't deterred by Annabelle's much lower socio-economic standing or her disability. Both are likable and sympathetic characters who rise above the limitations and obstacles they face. In contrast, Andrew's parents and Valerie were more like stereotypical and one-dimensional fairytale villains. Andrew's age was a bit of a puzzle to me, as he was old enough to drive and to be married, but at times he acted like a very young teenager in his compliance with his parents' demands. He withdrew his own funds from a bank and opened a new account of his own, and engaged an investigator, but obeyed when he was sent to his room as if he was a small child. I would have liked to see his character developed with a bit more emotional depth and consistent with his age and circumstances.

I felt that I did need to keep in mind that this is a fairytale retelling, and as such, the characters were not as fully developed as one might expect in a novel, and there were plot devices that were coincidence straight out of a fairytale rather than fully believable occurrences in a more realistic world. It's a sweet and clean fairytale quality romance, and in my opinion would be suitable for young readers.

From the publisher:

Andrew Grayson thought he had everything . . . until he met her.

The indulged son of wealthy parents, Andrew has always gotten whatever he wanted almost before he knew he wanted it - clothes, gadgets . . . even a car! What more could a young man desire?

Enter Annabel Thompson. Freakshow mermaid extraordinaire . . . in a wheelchair!

Of course, her beauty attracts him. How could it not? Add to that a kind heart, and Andrew can't help but fall for her.

Annabel's connection with the freakshow repels his parents and their society friends. They want him to sever all ties with her and his new friends. Oh, and marry the "right" girl with the "right connections." But he won't do it. He'll defy them and marry his little mermaid.

When Annabel turns up missing, declared dead, things don't add up, andrew begins asking some difficult questions, the most important being, "What happened to the little mermaid of the Coney Island freak show?"

Find out in this next book in the Ever After Mysteries, combining beloved fairy tales and mysteries. Silencing the Siren offers a retelling of "the Little Mermaid" that will keep you gripped to the edge of your seat as you watch the story unfold.

I received a digital copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

This is a book that includes a wedding (#44) for The 52 Book Club's 2024 Reading Challenge.

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Recent Reads - Ticker

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Ticker by Lisa Mantchev - It took me awhile to get moving on this one again, but once I got into it, I really enjoyed this YA steampunk novel. Penny Farthing is a girl with a clockwork heart - her damaged heart has been replaced with a Ticker, but it's showing signs of failing too. The brilliant surgeon who invented it wants to give her an upgrade, but he's on trial for murder, and it's discovered that there is a very dark side to his experiments and wishes to "augment" people who have injuries or physical defects.

As the doctor's trial is wrapping up, the Farthings' factory is bombed and Penny's parents disappear, and Penny teams up with her brother Nic and a couple of friends to find them - and find the doctor who escaped from the courthouse in the chaos. What is really going on and is Dr Warwick behind it all?

Finally, Penny reluctantly accepts help from Marcus Kingsley, a young military commander, to find her missing family and the research that has gone missing with them. And while the story is full of action at breakneck speed, there's also a rather sweet romance slowly developing in the background.

This is an action-packed race through the fictional city of Bazalgate, with interesting world-building and shifting loyalties. I occasionally got lost in the descriptions of imaginative mechanical devices and then realized that a relationship shift or motive hadn't been clear. There are places where it feels like the logic or plot details might have a few holes, but they seem to be small ones, and I enjoyed the story almost as much this time as I did the first.

A girl with a clockwork heart must make every second count.

When Penny Farthing nearly dies, brilliant surgeon Calvin Warwick manages to implant a brass "Ticker" in her chest, transforming her into the first of the Augmented. But soon it's discovered that Warwick killed dozens of people as he strove to perfect another improved Ticker for Penny, and he's put on trial for mass murder.

On the last day of Warwick's trial, the Farthings' factory is bombed, Penny's parents disappear, and Penny and her brother, Nic, receive a ransom note demanding all of their Augmentation research if they want to see their parents again. Is someone trying to destroy the Farthings . . . or is the motive more sinister?

Desperate to reunite their family and rescue their research, Penny and her brother recruit fiery baker Violet Nesselrode, gentleman-about-town Sebastian Stirling, and Marcus Kingsley, a young army general who has his own reasons for wanting to lift the veil between this world and the next. Wagers are placed, friends are lost, romance stages an ambush, and time is running out for the girl with the clockwork heart.

This is a book featuring a grieving character (#14) for The 52 Book Club's 2024 Reading Challenge.

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Friday Fun - The Friday 56 and First Lines for October 27, 2023

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A girl with a clockwork heart shouldn't be running late, but I was.

~From the beginning of Ticker by Lisa Mantchev

A girl with a clockwork heart must make every second count.

When Penny Farthing nearly dies, brilliant surgeon Calvin Warwick manages to implant a brass "Ticker" in her chest, transforming her into the first of the Augmented. But soon it's discovered that Warwick killed dozens of people as he strove to perfect another improved Ticker for Penny, and he's put on trial for mass murder.

On the last day of Warwick's trial, the Farthings' factory is bombed, Penny's parents disappear, and Penny and her brother, Nic, receive a ransom note demanding all of their Augmentation research if they want to see their parents again. Is someone trying to destory the Farthings . . . or is the motive more sinister?

Desperate to reunite their family and rescue their research, Penny and her brother recruit fiery baker Violet Nesselrode, gentleman-about-town Sebastian Stirling, and Marcus Kingsley, a young army general who has his own reasons for wanting to lift the veil between this world and the next. Wagers are placed, friends are lost, romance stages an ambush, and time is running out for the girl with the clockwork heart.

Book Beginnings on Fridays is hosted by Rose City Reader.

*It's Book Beginnings on Fridays! Time to gather with our fellow book lovers and share the opening sentence (or so) of the books we are reading this week. Or share from a book that is on your mind right now -- whatever catches your fancy.

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First Line Fridays is hosted at Reading is My SuperPower

*Share the first line or two of the book closest to you, then visit other FLF participants.

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In his haste to depart, he had overlooked a daguerrotype half-hidden by my bedding. . . There was something familiar about the glass, something that teased around the edges of my mind. I'd seen pictures like this before, but where?

~at 56% of Ticker by Lisa Mantchev

The Friday 56 was started and hosted at Freda's Voice. She is taking a break from hosting, so there is not a link-up but I'll still include a teaser from Page 56 occasionally.

*Grab a book, any book.

*Turn to Page 56 or 56% on your e-reader.

*Find a snippet, short and sweet.

*Post it, and share in the Linky.

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The Book Review Bulletin, a monthly link-up for review posts, is open and I'd like to invite you to stop by and share a review or two. 

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Recent Reads - The Wendy

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The Wendy by Erin Michelle Sky and Steven Brown - In this reimagined version of the tale of Peter Pan, Wendy Darling is the adventurous protagonist, and many of the familiar characters from the classic make appearances in slightly different - yet recognizable - roles.

Wendy is an orphan in London in 1789, and more than anything else she wants to be a ship's captain. Despite her intelligence, determination, and aptitude for science and swordplay alike, she is ridiculed by her peers and dismissed as a silly girl. She is fortunate enough to find a seasoned sailor who is willing to teach her and prepare her for the Navy, but when the time and opportunity comes she doesn't win a posting in the Navy after all. She is recruited for a secret mission and finds herself at a lonely post in Dover studying and watching for any sign of the greatest threat to England - magic! Magic in the form of the "everlost" beings who are kidnapping children from the streets of London.

With the help of new friends Michael and John, and the faithful dog Nana, Wendy does indeed sniff out the arrival of magical forces in Dover, and confronts the everlost. Surprisingly, the leader of the everlost, who calls himself Peter Pan, seems willing to negotiate with Wendy and even wants to win her favor. When Wendy submits her report to the Home Office, she is summoned to meet with the formidable Captain Hook and hopes she can impress him with her military skills and earn a spot on the crew of his ship in order to continue the hunt for the everlost.

Unfortunately for Wendy, Hook is arrogant and erratic, and wants only to destroy Peter Pan and his kind. He doesn't listen to Wendy, and tries to keep her safely imprisoned at his country estate, believing that she will eventually give him more information about Pan's whereabouts.

This very well-written retelling does an excellent job of making Wendy the hero of the story, and although written for a modern Young Adult audience, the style seems like it could have been written alongside J.M. Barrie's work. The presence of magical elements such as fairies and flying ships and the everlost boys that cannot be killed puts this firmly in fantasy territory, yet the historical research was thorough enough that the story has a historical setting feel. There are hints of romantic feelings, and all the main characters are young adults, with all the young men wanting Wendy's attention in some way, but Wendy is focused on her mission and quite innocent of how they are attracted to her. In a sense, this story is Wendy's coming-of-age tale, with a conclusion that is satisfying while also leading inevitably to the sequel.

This is a book about secrets (#11) for The 52 Book Club's 2023 Reading Challenge

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Friday Fun - The Friday 56 and First Lines for January 13, 2023

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This week I'm featuring lines from a YA novel I've just started on my Kindle. I've had it for a little while, and can't remember why I purchased it, but it's quirky and interesting so far. Tell me what you think - have you read it?

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Hook grinned at Wendy Darling's report - a wicked grin that promised vengeance for the king, vengeance for England, and vengeance for his own right hand all at once. Whatever game she thought she was playing, she would be no match for him.

~at 56% of The Wendy by Erin Michelle Sky and Steven Brown

When the world doesn't want

you to be who you are,

you must become more yourself

than you knew you could be.

London. 1789. More than anything in the world, Wendy Darling wants to be the captain of a ship, but women aren't allowed in the Royal Navy. When she learns the Home Office is accepting a handful of women into its ranks, she jumps at the chance, joining the fight against the most formidable threat England has ever faced. Magic.

But the secret service isn't exactly what she hoped. Accompanied by a reimagined cast of the original Peter Pan, Wendy soon discovers that her dreams are as far away as ever, that choosing sides isn't as simple as she thought, and that the only man who isn't blinded by her gender . . . might be her nation's greatest enemy.

 

The Friday 56 is hosted at Freda's Voice

*Grab a book, any book.

*Turn to Page 56 or 56% on your e-reader.

*Find a snippet, short and sweet.

*Post it, and share in the Linky.

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By the year 1780, London was bursting at the seams. Almost a million people had been stuffed into every nook and cranny, and a good number of these had no idea where they had come from. Nestled in baskets and swaddled in rags, they had appeared overnight on the doorsteps of almshouses all over the city.

~From the beginning of The Wendy by Erin Michelle Sky and Steven Brown

Book Beginnings on Fridays is hosted by Rose City Reader.

*It's Book Beginnings on Fridays! Time to gather with our fellow book lovers and share the opening sentence (or so) of the books we are reading this week. Or share from a book that is on your mind right now -- whatever catches your fancy.

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First Line Fridays is hosted at Reading is My SuperPower

*Share the first line or two of the book closest to you, then visit other FLF participants.

*Please keep posts family friendly or clean reads.

*Link back to Reading is My SuperPower within your post or grab a button.

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And here is the weekly bookish question in the Book Blogger Hop, hosted by Billy at Ramblings of a Coffee Addicted Writer.  

This Week's Question: Are there any new books you're excited to read in 2023?

My Answer: I don't watch for new releases very often, so I'm not usually right on top of all the newest books about to hit the shelves. I do usually pre-order novels from a couple of favorite authors (Anna Lee Huber, Connilyn Cossette, and Deanna Raybourn) as soon as I know about them, but I've fallen behind and haven't yet read the most recent releases from those ladies, even though I own them! Of those, the next one I plan to read is A Perilous Perspective by Anna Lee Huber. The next in that series, A Fatal Illusion, will release this summer and I'm looking forward to getting my hands on it! The next novel in Deanna Raybourn's Veronica Speedwell series will release in spring, and there's a new Connilyn Cosette novel expected in late summer.

Since I also occasionally review books, that's where most of my brand new releases come from, but I'm not always familiar with the books or even the authors when they become available.

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Recent Reads - Price of a Rose

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Price of a Rose by Byrd Nash - In this short and sweet fairytale retelling, three sisters are drawn into the magical world of the reclusive Sir Griffin and his odd household. Their father was caught trying to steal a rosebush from Sir Griffin's garden, and agreed to a card game to settle his debt. In the morning the young ladies discover that he lost one or all three of them - he's not sure - in a wager. The oldest, Lily, goes over to Thorn Hall immediately to negotiate and takes the position of housekeeper, while the middle sister, Rose, is determined to bring the gardens of Thorn Hall back to beauty. Eventually the youngest, Poppy, makes her way over as well, lured by the extensive library and her interest in magic.

The servants at Thorn Hall are a strange lot, but Lily takes them in hand. She finds rooms switch around at will, and at one point is trapped in one of the rooms by the magic. Rose finds the same magic at work in the gardens and grounds, but also notices that her beastly employer is becoming more human as time goes on. Just as they are all settling into a routine, one of the neighborhood gossips brings a young lady to visit, and this Miss Amaranth has clearly set her cap for Sir Griffin. She inserts herself into life at the estate time and again, to the annoyance of all. And Rose realizes her own jealousy, which Miss Amaranth taunts.

Of course the fairy magic will be undone eventually, and there will be a happy ever after, because it is a fairy tale!

This is a sweet and clean fantasy story, with a budding romance between Rose and Sir Griffin. The reason for the spell on the household is revealed a bit at a time, and the author cleverly weaves the magic into the story. Because it's a fairy tale and more of a novella, there is not much character development and it felt as though details were missing. Either the reader must assume that fairy magic and all its effects are common enough that the young ladies are not shocked, frightened, or disgusted by a half-beast lord of the manor, or the reactions are notably missing. Although the original attempted theft and card game introduce the characters and give a reason for the girls entering the household, Sir Griffin doesn't seem to realize they are there in payment of their father's debt and they are not captive in any way, nor does Sir Griffin behave in particularly beastly ways, so the premise seems a bit weak.

Overall, I enjoyed the story and found it well written, but it is definitely light reading with a very simple plot and no dramatic character arcs or intrigue.

From the publisher:

The Beast is about to be tamed by three determined ladies.

When their father loses a card game to the local recluse, his three daughters step in to determine their own fate. The oldest, Lily, rolls up her sleeves to take the strange household in hand even if the house keeps moving the rooms. The youngest, Poppy, devours his books on magic while playing secretary.

But it's Rose, the middle daughter, who works magic in his forgotten garden. She could be the key to unraveling his curse, if he can recognize what's real behind fairy magic.

A Victorian England, 1890, Beauty and Beast fairytale retelling like you've never read before.

A novella featuring a delightful, clean and sweet romance. Perfect for fans of historical romances who also like a fairytale fantasy with humor.

This short story ebook is a friendly read for teens and adult readers who love the grand period of the Late Victorian time period.

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

This is a an Author with X, Y, or Z in their name (#23) for The 52 Book Club's 2022 Reading Challenge

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The Little Women Devotional

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The Little Women Devotional by Rachel Dodge - Louisa May Alcott's classic Little Women has been charming readers for generations, and there are many life lessons to be found in its pages. Marmee's patient advice to the girls as they each mature and face their individual struggles and temptations touches on many areas of daily life. This devotional is designed to explore the themes found in the book, with each devotional chapter corresponding with a chapter from Little Women. The Little Women Devotional can be read as a companion to the novel, a chapter at a time, or readers that are very familiar with the novel may read the devotional as a stand-alone as it provides enough summary of the novel's action to remind you of the story.

There's delightful original artwork to bring the lessons to life. Each devotional chapter begins with a Scripture related to the theme and a brief quote from the book, and ends with a Personal Application and short suggested prayer. Scripture is sprinkled throughout. Each devotional chapter is only a couple of pages long, and would be about the right length to read aloud with children. Along with the four March girls, readers can learn lessons about patience, forgiveness, working hard, and dealing with disappointment and heartbreak.

The end of the devotional has an invitation to become part of the family of God, with some Scripture and a suggested prayer. The book closes with a collection of some of Marmee's little nuggets of advice and encouragement.

 It is my greatest happiness and pride to feel that my girls confide in me and know how much I love them. ~Mrs. March, Chapter 8

Have regular hours for work and play, make each day both useful and pleasant, and prove that you understand the worth of time by employing it well. ~Mrs. March, Chapter 11

I believe this little devotional helps to make reading time both useful and pleasant, by gleaning spiritual encouragement and life lessons from this beloved book.  

From the publisher:

Devotional inspiration from the Lives of Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy

The Little Women Devotional offers lovely inspiration that explores the themes of faith, family, contentment, wisdom, and joy in the classic Louisa May Alcott novel, cherished by generations of readers.

Each reading corresponds with a chapter from the book and invites you to embrace God's guiding hand in your life as His cherished daughter. This beautiful chapter-by-chapter devotional includes original artwork throughout, and each reading includes examples from the novel, scripture, life application, and prayers perfect for groups, book clubs, or personal reflection.

By the same author: The Anne of Green Gables Devotional

Visit Barbour Publishing for more info on where to buy.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from Barbour Publishing and was under no obligation to post a review. 

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