Can her dreams of independence withstand a dash of love?
Since she was young, Alice McNeil has seen a career as a telegrapher as the best use for her keen and curious mind. Years later, she doesn't regret her freedom in foregoing marriage, especially when she acquires a coveted position at an important trading firm. But when the company's ambitious junior director returns to London, things begin to change in ways Alice could never have imagined.
For Douglas Shaw, years of hard work and ingenuity enabled him to escape a life of grinding poverty. He's now determined to marry into high society--a step that will ensure he never returns to the conditions of his past.
He immediately earns Alice's respect by judging her based on her skills and not her gender, and a fast camaraderie forms. However, when Alice accidentally angers a jealous coworker and his revenge threatens both their reputations, Alice and Douglas are forced to confront what is truly important in their lives. Will their growing bond give them the courage to see the future in a different light?
Book Review:
Line by Line had a very interesting premise, but I will admit that I struggled to really get into the story. I think it was the two main characters. Don't get me wrong, each of them was written about beautifully, and I think we got to know each one fairy well. The dialogue between the two was well written and wasn't awkward at all. I just never really connected with either character, and I don't really know why since normally I would devour a book like this. I was never really invested in what happened to either of them, and that made me sad. Especially because I really enjoyed the minor characters (the ladies more than the men). I'm hoping that Rose gets a story next because that is one I really think I would enjoy reading.
Title: Line by Line Author: Jennifer Delamere Publisher: Bethany House Published: June 2020 ISBN: 0764234927Source: I received a copy from the publisher. All opinions expressed are our own.
No comments:
Post a Comment