Back Cover: Sophie Dupont assists her father in his studio, keeping her own artwork out of sight. In private, she paints the picturesque north Devon coast, popular with artists – including handsome Wesley Overtree, who seems more interested in Sophie than the landscape.
Captain Stephen Overtree is accustomed to taking his brother
Wesley’s responsibilities. Near the end of his leave, he is sent to find his
brother and bring him home. Upon reaching Devonshire, however, Stephen is
stunned to learn Wesley has sailed for Italy and left his host’s daughter in
serious trouble.
Stephen feels duty-bound to act, and strangely protective of
the young lady, who somehow seems familiar. Wanting to make some recompense for
his own past failings as well as his brother’s, Stephen proposes to Miss
Dupont. He does not offer love, but marriage “in name only” to save her from
scandal. If he dies in battle, as he fears, she will at least be a respectable
widow.
Review: What a
wonderful read. Julie Klassen has truly created a work of art within the pages
of this book. Sophie, Wesley, and “Captain Black” absolutely came alive for me.
The only negative thing I have to say about “The Painter’s Daughter” is that it
had to end. Not a fan of that. I wish this story could have been stretched into
at least three books (so yes, I really enjoyed it).
Wesley, of course, is the wild card. I won’t say too much
about him other than the fact that whenever he shows up the page…so does a lot
of drama. He is a large reason why this book was hard to put down because I
kept worrying when he’d show up!
I really enjoyed this book. The story drew me in, the
writing was well done, and I found the entire book held my attention very well.
" Book has been provided courtesy of Baker Publishing Group and Graf-Martin Communications, Inc."
" Book has been provided courtesy of Baker Publishing Group and Graf-Martin Communications, Inc."
I've heard about this book. Good Review. I'll have to read it to my TBR pile. Thanks!
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