I loved the bookish aspects of this story, and the fact that it was set at Biltmore (at least at first). There are several touching, memorable quotes in Basham's writing as well.
I didn't enjoy either of the romances in the book. They both felt rushed, and Clara's story mirrored Sadie's so much (the instantaneous love affair with a handsome Englishman) that it became predictable.
Overall, it's a sweet story, and if you're looking for a cozy historical romance with a modern twist, this is the book for you!
I didn't enjoy either of the romances in the book. They both felt rushed, and Clara's story mirrored Sadie's so much (the instantaneous love affair with a handsome Englishman) that it became predictable.
Overall, it's a sweet story, and if you're looking for a cozy historical romance with a modern twist, this is the book for you!
Christy J. (southernsassygirl) reviewed Hope Between the Pages (Doors to the Past, Bk 2) on + 180 more book reviews
This will be one of those reviews where I'll first start with âdon't shoot the messenger,â but also, âplease read to the end.â ð
I have not particularly enjoyed Pepper Basham's writing up to this point. Yes, it's good, but I have not been âsucked inâ to a story. The first one I read I DNFed (and that was after going back a second time to see if I could make it through â I really tried, y'all!), and the second book was just ok. I couldn't figure out what I was missing. Why do all my reviewer friends love her books and I don't?!
Well, I guess I just needed to wait until I read Hope Between the Pages. Lord, have mercy⦠what a breathtaking story! I savored every second of it, rooting for both couples in each era. And the fact that there was a tie-in to the Biltmore estate, that was the cherry on top of a very delicious sundae! I visited Biltmore over 20 years ago, and so many rooms are still fresh in my mind's eye and helped my enjoyment of this story all the more.
Not only was this a dual timeline story, but there was a bit of a mystery woven through, too. It was all just a feast for anyone that's a lover of books, romance, and even a glorious mansion such as Biltmore. You might even shed a tear or twoâ¦I almost did.
I promise that now I won't be so quick to judge anything else from this author now that I have found such a story as moving as this one was. â¥
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher and was not required to write a positive review (but I couldn't help it.) ð
I have not particularly enjoyed Pepper Basham's writing up to this point. Yes, it's good, but I have not been âsucked inâ to a story. The first one I read I DNFed (and that was after going back a second time to see if I could make it through â I really tried, y'all!), and the second book was just ok. I couldn't figure out what I was missing. Why do all my reviewer friends love her books and I don't?!
Well, I guess I just needed to wait until I read Hope Between the Pages. Lord, have mercy⦠what a breathtaking story! I savored every second of it, rooting for both couples in each era. And the fact that there was a tie-in to the Biltmore estate, that was the cherry on top of a very delicious sundae! I visited Biltmore over 20 years ago, and so many rooms are still fresh in my mind's eye and helped my enjoyment of this story all the more.
Not only was this a dual timeline story, but there was a bit of a mystery woven through, too. It was all just a feast for anyone that's a lover of books, romance, and even a glorious mansion such as Biltmore. You might even shed a tear or twoâ¦I almost did.
I promise that now I won't be so quick to judge anything else from this author now that I have found such a story as moving as this one was. â¥
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher and was not required to write a positive review (but I couldn't help it.) ð
Valerie S. (VolunteerVal) -
Hope Between the Pages by Pepper Basham is a wonderful hope-filled escape to two lovely destinations. The dualtime novel is primarily set in and around the magnificent Biltmore Estate in Asheville, NC, built by George Vanderbilt in the late 1890s.
This novel is brimming with bookish goodness as both the historical and contemporary plots feature books, one in the opulent Biltmore library and the other in a historic bookstore. Both stories feature strong women characters who experience hope and love that sustains them through significant challenges.
Each features a love story that felt sincere and had me cheering for the couples. Sadie, the primary character in the historical storyline and family matriarch, is so fully fleshed, I had to Google to see if she was based on an actual person (I don't think she is.)
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Barbour Publishing and was under no obligation to post a review.
This novel is brimming with bookish goodness as both the historical and contemporary plots feature books, one in the opulent Biltmore library and the other in a historic bookstore. Both stories feature strong women characters who experience hope and love that sustains them through significant challenges.
Each features a love story that felt sincere and had me cheering for the couples. Sadie, the primary character in the historical storyline and family matriarch, is so fully fleshed, I had to Google to see if she was based on an actual person (I don't think she is.)
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Barbour Publishing and was under no obligation to post a review.
