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Feb 18, 2021erinreadsandknits rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
This is a beautifully written dual-timeline romance. I return to it again and again because I can't get enough of Eva and Daniel's story.
Jul 02, 2020jsjs rated this title 3 out of 5 stars
Atmospheric etc., and I liked it at first, but for me a No. The history backdrop and (how to word it) encounters and so on seem to me tacked on, not "real." Kearsley has spoiled me with The Winter Sea and Mariana, and to a lesser extent…
Mar 24, 2020sjpl_DanaLibrariana rated this title 3 out of 5 stars
I enjoyed this novel as a pure form of escape in these stressful times. I appreciated Kearsley's descriptions of the two time periods experienced by the main character, Eva. It included a nice balance of drama, mystery, humor and romance.
Dec 26, 2019luciannepoole rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
This is one of Kearsley's best novels. She brings her expert attention to detail, blends it with wonderful atmosphere and serves a suspenseful historic romance in the vein of Outlander. In this case, she brings to life Cornwall's smuggling…
Sep 26, 2019RandomLibrarian rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
Review excerpt: "Above all, the book is beautifully written. I fell into it and didn’t want to get out. In fact, just picking it up to write this review, I got caught up in reading a chapter here and there and ended up re-reading the…
Oct 21, 2017
Eva takes a bittersweet journey to Trelowarth, in Cornwell, where she and her late sister spend happy summers. Soon she finds herself still in Trelowarth, but in 1715.
Nov 16, 2016ArapahoeLesley rated this title 3 out of 5 stars
Not up to Kearsley's usual standard, the characters felt a bit wooden this time but I did enjoy the wee twist at the end.
Nov 08, 2016KindaSassy rated this title 3 out of 5 stars
This is a fantasy book of sorts; time travelling is involved. If you are capable of suspending reality whilst you read you're going to love this book, if your feet are firmly planted on the ground you may struggle somewhat. Suffice to say…
Mar 26, 2016rachelsuderman rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
I adored this book. The characters are really likable, the time period is interesting, and the Irish guy has a very authentically Irish sense of humor.
Dec 04, 2015andreareads rated this title 3 out of 5 stars
I probably should have skipped this one. I found the internal logic of the time travel unconvincing, and, unlike the heroine, I have no desire to live in an earlier century with poor health care, lack of women's rights, slow travel and…
Apr 30, 2015DreDre rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Brilliantly written! A page turner from beginning to end. The author effortlessly weaves the two lifetimes filled with romance, mystery and suspense, it is sure to keep you at the edge of your seat wanting to know what happens.
Apr 06, 2015SoftFire rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
As is the case in so many stories the romance happened pretty immediately without a lot of actual time passage. Unlike many stories there was an illusion created to make it feel like more time passed than actually did. The start was a…
Jun 16, 2014ryner rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
Following the death of her sister, Eva travels from Los Angeles to Cornwall, and to Trelowarth House where she and Katrina spent many fond summers of their youth. During the first few days of her visit Eva has a number of unsettling…
Sansha
Apr 15, 2014Sansha rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
I really enjoyed this book. Set in contemporary Cornwall, Eva the main character, is grieving for her sister and so returns to the home of their childhood holidays. Eva finds herself travelling backwards and forwards to the days of…
Dec 07, 2013Sarah17 rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
I thought about this book so much after I finished it. The ending was one of those ones you read and re-read to get the most of it.
Oct 23, 2013AuntCarolyn rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
I have loved all of her books. This one doesn't disappoint.
Jun 12, 2013annem123 rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
I just discovered Susanna Kearsley and am reading many of her books. This is a wonderful time-travel book with a good plot and realistic characters. What I loved about this book is how Kearsley lets us know her characters, albeit at…
soblessed59
Jan 14, 2013soblessed59 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Wasn't sure if I would like a 'time-travel' romance,but it was wonderful! I was really taken by surprise by just how captivating Rose Garden by Susanna Kearsley was to read. Hadn't ever read a book like this,but she is a wonderfully…
emerald2pac
Oct 31, 2012emerald2pac rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Amazing read loved all the twists it kept me intrigued the whole way through. This author is a keeper for sure. Now excuse me while I go devour more of her books.
Oct 14, 2012dijolly rated this title 2.5 out of 5 stars
If youre looking for a fluffy, romantic time travel story this is your book. Not quite enough meat to it for me.
Jun 06, 2012kathrynhodgson rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
This book starts off slowly but it grows. It was quite enjoyable.
May 01, 2012melwyk rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
If you are already a fan of Susanna Kearsley you are going to love this one. If you aren't yet, read this and you will be! The writing is wonderful, warm and inviting and the romance is nicely set up. Supporting characters all get their…
Aug 11, 2011mayfairlady rated this title 3 out of 5 stars
Enjoyable, light summer read.
Jul 14, 2011greenacres rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
An enjoyable read! My favs of Kearsely's still are "Mariana" and "The Winter Sea".
Jul 07, 2011axeman rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
A light undemanding read that involves time travel to the past. A bit of history, a bit of romance. Nice story. People who have enjoyed Susanna Kearsley's previous books will also enjoy this one.