Book Review Of "A Lady Of High Regard" By Tracie Peterson

Mia Stanley has a compassionate heart. With a job at Godey's Ladies Magazine, she soon finds a a purpose to show her kindness. But a lady of society should not expose herself to the dangers of the world of the seaman's wives she is trying to help. Still, Mia foolishly puts herself in harms way, for who else will help the poor lives of the women and children whose father's and husbands are dead or away at sea? With the LORD's help, will she, a lady of high regard, be able to help them?

My Review: A Lady of High Regard was a nice book. Mia is a sweet natured character at heart, but she goes on impulse and does not think about the consequences of her actions. It was easy to like her character, along with others in the book like Garret Wilson, his step mother Mercy, Mercy's daughter's Agnes and Bliss, and perhaps others who make their appearance at different times in the book. Set in Philadelphia in the 1850's, it is a charming story, though some of the book's content is a bit dark, and there is also content not meant for a young reader. I recommend for ages sixteen and up.

The Apothecary's Daughter By Julie Klassen Review

The Apothecary's Daughter by Julie Klassen is the tale of Lillian Haswell, an apothecary's daughter who does not forget anything. She is also without her mother, because she ran away before the story begins. All her life, Lilly, as she is sometimes called, wants to see more of the world than her home of Bedsley Priors. One day she is given the chance to go to London where she can be in society. Yet, though she finally gets to see more, her old life is with her. When Lilly is needed back at home, will she return and stay at the place she has known most of her life, or will the frills of the world outside of Bedsley Priors draw her back?

My Review: This was a sweet tale, one of the best books I have read this year. The story was set in regency era England, a time period I have not read much in stories. It was amazing, and the characters were lovely. It has a sweet part to it since Lilly, though her brother is of a slow mind, still loves and cares for him. I cannot really remember anything specifically wrong with the book except I believe there was reference to drinking, card playing, and characters mentioning previously being unfaithful to marriage vows. For the age range, I am not quite certain. Since I am not sure, I wil recommend for ages sixteen and up.

(Note: I realize I just did a post for ages sixteen and up. Since I did, The good LORD willing, I hope to do one for the younger age group next time I review.)

Review Of The "PostCards From Pullman" series by Judith Miller

One of my favorite series of books that I have read this year are the Postcards From Pullman series by Judith Miller. The series includes the three books In The Company of Secrets, Whispers Along the Rails, and An Unexpected Change.

The series follows the life of Olivia Motte, an English maid who dreams of working in the kitchen as a cook. One day the daughter of the lady she works for, named Lady Charlotte, gives her a chance to be that....through deceit. The two of them travel to the town of Pullman, Illinois, where Olivia is given the job of assistant chef, and Charlotte attempts to right a wrong. Soon they are in a huge tangle of lies so awful they have to write them down to memorize! Will Olivia stop the lying she know is wrong before GOD, even if it means hurting her status with her job, new friends, and a beau?

My Review: As I have written, it one of my favorite series I have read in the past year. The description above is for the first book, and the following two continue the lives of Olivia and Charlotte. They were an enjoyable read, full of lovable characters and a nice story line. If you like historical fiction, some romance, and food, this book is one to add to your "to read" list.

I recommend for ages sixteen and up.