They say don't judge a book by it's cover. In the case of The Legacy of Longdale Manor although the cover is beautiful, it doesn't hold a candle to the story. Two women a 100 years apart both come to the Lake District to find answers, forgiveness, and perhaps romance. I loved the way Carrie Turansky wove Gwen and Charlotte's stories together. Longdale Manor provided a beautiful setting that links the two women. I also enjoyed he way the women rediscovered their faith.
Hopefully you will have a long weekend to curl up with a cup of tea and this book. I can't think of a better way to spend your time.
I was given a copy of this book with no expectations. All thoughts are my own.
From Amazon:
Two women--a century apart--embark on a journey to healing, faith, forgiveness, and romance.
In 2012, art historian Gwen Morris travels to England's Lake District to appraise the paintings and antiques of an old family friend, hoping to prove herself to her prestigious grandfather. While at Longdale Manor, she meets David Bradford--the owner's handsome grandson--who is desperate to save the crumbling estate by turning it into a luxury hotel. When Gwen stumbles upon a one-hundred-year-old journal and an intricately carved shepherd's staff similar to one in a photo of her parents, she's left searching for answers.
In 1912, after her father's death, Charlotte Harper uncovers a painful family secret she can only confess to her journal. She and her family travel to the Lake District to stay on a sheep farm, hoping eventually to find a home with Charlotte's grandfather at Longdale Manor, but old wounds and bitter regrets make it a difficult challenge. As Charlotte grows closer to shepherd Ian Storey and rebuilds her shattered faith, she must decide whether she will ever trust in love again.
Praise for The Legacy of Longdale Manor
"This novel will stir your faith--and your desire to visit England's Lake District!"--JULIE KLASSEN, bestselling author
"Turansky opens the door of Longdale Manor and invites readers to explore the secrets hidden inside."--MELANIE DOBSON, award-winning author
"A beautiful book to warm and lift the heart."--CATHY GOHLKE, Christy Hall of Fame author
About the author:
About the Author
CARRIE TURANSKY is the award-winning author of more than twenty inspirational novels and novellas and a winner of the ACFW Carol Award, the International Digital Award, and the Holt Medallion. She loved traveling to England to research her latest Edwardian novels including No Journey Too Far, No Ocean Too Wide, Across the Blue, and The Highland Hall series. Her novels have received stared reviews from Christianbooks.com and Library Journal. They have been translated into several languages and enjoyed by readers around the world. Connect with Carrie on her website: http://carrieturansky.com/, and on Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest.
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