CAROUSEL DREAMS. REVIEW.

ABOUT THE BOOK.

4 Stories of Love Spun at Historic Carousels
 
Experience the early history of four iconic carousels that draw together four couples in whirling romances full of music and charm.
 
Sophia’s Hope by Cynthia Hickey
1889 – Oak Bluffs, Martha’s Vineyard
Sophia Blackwell is living the life of the wealthy, but on the outskirts of total acceptance. Drake Moreland believes her above his station. A misunderstanding between them threatens to shatter their dreams before they’ve begun.
 
The Art of Romance by Patty Smith Hall
1895 – Crescent Park Amusement Park, Riverside, Rhode Island
An interview with the artist painting the Crescent Park Carousel is what reporter Thomas West needs. Instead he finds Wells’s daughter, Jane, who is hiding secrets he’s desperate to uncover. Jane must do everything she can to save her ill father’s reputation . . .and her heart.
 
Carousel of Love by Teresa Ives Lilly
1910 – Conneaut Lake, Pennsylvania
For Tamara Brand, spending the summer at Expedition Park impersonating her wealthy debutante employee seemed like a dream come true until she meets Blake Conner; just a Carnie who runs the carousel. He seems to be the type of man, she would like to get to know better if she weren’t pretending to be someone she isn’t. But, is Blake who he appears to be?
 
The Carousel Wedding by Susanne Dietze
1922 – Balboa Park, San Diego, California
For June Lowell, a secretary at the Natural History Museum, being with scientist Martin Howard is as thrilling as a ride on the carousel by the museum, but a relationship is forbidden by management.

MY REVIEW

Lovely collection of novellas with carousel themes.

Sophia’s Hopes by Cynthia Hickey.
I loved Drake’s timidity and Sophia’s outspokenness. I enjoyed reading about how they completed each other and how they found their way to each other despite all that way against them. Beautiful one sitting read filled with love, faith and adventure.

The Art Of Romance by Patty Smith Hall.
I enjoyed reading this story. Lies have never ended well, worst when love is involved. Thomas and Jane’s was such. But love always finds a way and it prevailed in this story. I admired Jane’s and Thomas’ dedication to their families even when it was uncomfortable.

Carousel Of Love by Teresa Ives Lilly.
I enjoyed reading about the uniqueness of Blake and Tamera’s love. Though from different social circles they found and loved each other. I loved Blake’s protectiveness over Tamera and her quiet and gentle spirit. Theirs was a story of deep faith, love and joy.

The Carousel Wedding by Susanne Dietz
Lovely, lovely story of love, dedication and sacrifice.
Two people have never been suited for each other like June and Martins. Both with family obligations but with sweet hearts that loved deep. I enjoyed their stories and adventures together.

I received a copy of this book from Netgalley and this is my honest opinion

ABOUT THE AUTHORS.

Susanne Dietze began writing love stories in high school, casting her friends in the starring roles. Today, she’s the award-winning author of a dozen new and upcoming historical romances who’s seen her work on the ECPA and Publisher’s Weekly Bestseller Lists for Inspirational Fiction. Married to a pastor and the mom of two, Susanne lives in California and enjoys fancy-schmancy tea parties, the beach, and curling up on the couch with a costume drama and a plate of nachos.  You can visit her online at http://www.susannedietze.com and subscribe to her newsletters at http://eepurl.com/bieza5.

PATTY SMITH HALL is an award-winning, multi-published author with Love Inspired Historical and Heartsong/Harlequin.  She currently serves as president of the ACFW-Atlanta chapter and is active on Facebook, Pinterest and Twitter. She calls North Georgia her home which she shares with her husband of 30+ years, Danny; two gorgeous daughters and a future son-in-love. Visit her website at www.pattysmithhall.com. 

Cynthia Hickey grew up in a family of storytellers and moved around the country a lot as an army brat. Her desire is to write about real, but flawed characters in a wholesome way that her seven children and nine grandchildren can all be proud of. She and her husband live in Arizona where Cynthia is a full-time writer.

Teresa Lilly is author of a variety of Christian Novellas and Novels. She is author of over 250 unit studies for teachers and homeschoolers.
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