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Book Review of Central Park Rendezvous (Romancing America: New York)

Central Park Rendezvous (Romancing America: New York)
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The problem with a collection of novellas is that it can be spotty. This collection traces the history of a golden coin/love memento from 'the present day' to the Civil War era. Novella #1 - 'the present day' - I give it a 2, just OK, rather circuitous, as the lovers finally connect. Novella #2 - Vietnam War era was somewhat more interesting, with redeeming themes of a young man preparing to be shipped out and his concern for those he leaves behind, 3 stars. Novella #3 - WW II era traces a family struggling with diminished circumstances and a pawn shop owner who rescues them anonymously. Well written, explores themes of faith in times of want and trial, I found it charming. Solid 4 stars. Novella #4 - Just ridiculous. Written in the style of the Perils of Pauline. The heroine was not tied to the railroad tracks, but it was headed in that direction. 1 dismal little star. Perhaps your opinion will be different. To each, her own.