When Jack McLaughlin drifted into Srpringwater, he carried little more with him than his bitter memories of the Civil War---and the shattering secret of a promise betrayed in the heat of battle. Wounded soul-deep, and fearing the wrath of his own parents, Jack has hidden his identity and come to Springwater to see his mother and father from afar, even if he can't bear to face them. Taking odd jobs and keeping a low profile, Jack finds a safe haven at the town's new rooming house.
Olivia Darling had never done anything impulsive---until she left the east and opened a boarding house in Springwater. But still an outsider at heart, and struggling to make a success of her business, Olivia finds herself turning to the other newcomer in town, the rough-hewn and embittered man she's taken in. As the Christmas season brings them together, Olivia finds in Jack's arms a passionate sweetness she never knew existed. And with the stunning revelation of Jack's true identity, all of Springwater witnesses a heartwarming reunion that will change their lives forever.
I liked this story quite a bit. I find Linda Lael Miller very hit & miss. I really don't love her older works much at all. This one, though was sweet and tender. I really felt the depth of emotion felt by Olivia and Jack. I enjoyed little Jamie, too. Who doesn't love a chicken stealing urchin? I guess there is another book in the series, I will have to check that out. I would give it a 3.5 to 4. It was definately a quick and heartsy read.
Olivia Darling had never done anything impulsive---until she left the east and opened a boarding house in Springwater. But still an outsider at heart, and struggling to make a success of her business, Olivia finds herself turning to the other newcomer in town, the rough-hewn and embittered man she's taken in. As the Christmas season brings them together, Olivia finds in Jack's arms a passionate sweetness she never knew existed. And with the stunning revelation of Jack's true identity, all of Springwater witnesses a heartwarming reunion that will change their lives forever.
I liked this story quite a bit. I find Linda Lael Miller very hit & miss. I really don't love her older works much at all. This one, though was sweet and tender. I really felt the depth of emotion felt by Olivia and Jack. I enjoyed little Jamie, too. Who doesn't love a chicken stealing urchin? I guess there is another book in the series, I will have to check that out. I would give it a 3.5 to 4. It was definately a quick and heartsy read.
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