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The Proposal (English Garden #1)
by
Lori Wick
William, a confirmed bachelor, becomes guardian to three children. When the girl's nanny proves abusive, William seeks counsel from his sister and her husband and meets Marianne-who changes his beliefs about women and God.
Paperback, 300 pages
Published
January 1st 2002
by Harvest House Publishers
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Lori Wick started this series called "The English Garden Series," on the acknowledgements page she admits to being a fan of Jane Austen, which pleased me exceedingly because I am too! Lori Wick is also a fan of the time period and "The Proposal" takes place in England in 1810. In homage to Jane Austen, Lori Wick used a lot of character names from Jane Austen's works, however these characters don't display the same personalities of the ones for which they are named. I wasn't confused by this as I...more
After reading several novels where the main and only point is the romance, it is refreshing to read a novel where there is more to the story. The three children are important characters and a lot of the story revolves about them grieving their father and getting used to their new life with Jennings.
The reader also meets Jennings’ sister, Lydia, husband Palmer and their children. It is through this family that Jennings meets Marianne Walker. And it is also Lydia and Palmer to whom Jennings turns...more
The reader also meets Jennings’ sister, Lydia, husband Palmer and their children. It is through this family that Jennings meets Marianne Walker. And it is also Lydia and Palmer to whom Jennings turns...more
This book was a good clean Christian Romance. It was also a quick read for me. I enjoyed the story and the characters. The book is set in 1810. Jennings is a bachelor who inherits 3 children from a cousin he didn't know when the cousin dies suddenly. I was amused when he decides to propose to Marianne and states the reason as being because the children need a mother and they seem to like her. Oh wow! How's that for romance? :) He wasn't a jerk, though. He just didn't think things through complet...more
If you're a fan of Austen & Bronte, you may enjoy Wick's English Garden series, set in the mid-1800s Victorian England. Without reading classics on that era, you won't get much at all from these poorly written stories. Wick provides no details on settings, costumes, activities, or characters; no era-appropriate language or topics; unbelievable interactions between characters; and fully half the book is taken up without repeating the same scene over and over and over and over again! I was hop...more
A confirmed bachelor, William Jennings, is left to care and raise his relative's three young children. He's thrilled to have a son to carry on the family name, but doesn't know what to do with precocious Penny, a 6 year old girl who desperately needs a mother.
Into this setting enters Marianne Walker, a neighbor with intelligence and faith. As with most of her books, Marianne is preachy at times but is a decent, likable character. This book isn't as bad as some of the others in the series, but t...more
Into this setting enters Marianne Walker, a neighbor with intelligence and faith. As with most of her books, Marianne is preachy at times but is a decent, likable character. This book isn't as bad as some of the others in the series, but t...more
After reading something more weighty, this book felt a bit like eating baby-food: Nourishing, might even taste good, but nothing much really to chew on. It's good for relaxing, sort-of fairytale-like, but at that stage I really needed something I could sink my teeth into.
I was just reminded of one annoying habit of Lori's that I'd almost forgotten about: She likes to say "that lady" or "that gentleman" in stead of his, him, her, hers, etc. All it does is draw your attention to the writing and di...more
I was just reminded of one annoying habit of Lori's that I'd almost forgotten about: She likes to say "that lady" or "that gentleman" in stead of his, him, her, hers, etc. All it does is draw your attention to the writing and di...more
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I adored this book! I love reading books from this era and I enjoyed reading from the perspective of someone in the process of being saved. It was inspiring reading about these people actually following Christ; my heart went out to Marianne in particular. Great book, very cute, definitely worth a read
As usual she delivered a marvelous book in which there was some wonder if they would ever marry. I always am entertained by Lori's books and I'm sure I will with this English Garden Series.
I read it in one sitting so I wouldn't have to pick it up again... predictable, feel-good, nice-Christian-woman-has-faith-that-saves-the-man-she'll-marry story. I liked the kids, though.
I was bored. I wasnt convinced with the story line, characters, etc... 2.5 stars its a light, feel-good book for those who want a quick and easy read. not terrible, just not my taste.
The English Garden series, with The Proposal as book one, is a bestselling inspirational fiction series by beloved author Lori Wick. It is available as an audiobook.
Definitely like her series more than the singles I read, maybe these are when she has had more experience...great feel-good, uplifting, clean and humorous romance.
This was a nice, easy read that I enjoyed from cover to cover. I love the christian love stories. I really liked this one because it showed different perspectives.
Easy breezy romance book without smut. Sometimes simplistic writing and the plot is a no brainer (isn't that true for all romance novels?). Pudding for the soul.
Way to preachy. I don't need an explanation of the trinity in the middle of a novel. I understand the author wants to share her religious views but they don't fit the supposed setting of the book. I kept wondering if the author knew anything about Regency England. The heavy born again ideas detract from what could have been a good story.
Great book! Lori Wick is quickly becoming one of my favorite Christian fiction authors! I can't wait to see what happens in the next book of the series!
This book was really really slow. I didn't like it at all. I'll probably not read another book by her because it disliked this one so much.
I liked the story but it was a bit preachy for me. I enjoyed the romance story line, but thought it could have been enhanced more.
These are pretty good for being romance books, although at times they are annoying. Easy read and entertaining over all.
Very cute story... well written... written in 2002 but could have been written in the 1800s... emulates that genre expertly
Sweet story. Memorable characters. Orphaned children, love, faith are all factors that make this an easy, pleasant read.
This is a great series.. I think anyone that loves christian romance will enjoy these stories.. a must read...
It was good. Nice plot line... I teared up a couple times. Really loved the ending in how it all came together.
A series my mom was reading, easy read and a very nice story. This is one of four in the English Garden Series.
I was expecting the children to be more of a backdrop for the story and was so grateful that the author choose to give them such shining personalities. I also loved how all of the characters were very believable. I personally don't agree with all of the doctrine that she put in her book but the story was great. There are three more books and I am exited to read them but there wasn't much of a cliff hanger for me.
What I liked: a gentle, comfy read set in regency England. I enjoyed reading it, and didn't need to skip ahead (a big problem of mine).
What I didn't like: during this time period, there's no way a single woman could go on a trip unchaperoned with a single man (kids and servants don't count) and not be considered "compromised". Also, I wanted to see better develpment of the emerging relationship between main love interests.
What bugged the crap out of me: How all the characters have the mixed up...more
What I didn't like: during this time period, there's no way a single woman could go on a trip unchaperoned with a single man (kids and servants don't count) and not be considered "compromised". Also, I wanted to see better develpment of the emerging relationship between main love interests.
What bugged the crap out of me: How all the characters have the mixed up...more
This wasn't as easy a read as some of Lori Wick's books, but it was still really enjoyable.
Very quick read, liked it ok, but could see that the authors book would all be similar.
I laughed sooo hard because of Penny, the youngest. You need to read this series.
This book was clean but really slow. I liked the romance between the characters though.
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Lori Wick is known as one of the most versatile Christian fiction writers on the market today. From pioneer fiction to a series set in Victorian England to a contemporary novel, Lori's books (over 5 million in print) continue to delight readers and top the Christian bestselling fiction list. Lori and her husband, Bob, live in Wisconsin with "the three coolest kids in the world."
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Lori Wick is known as one of the most versatile Christian fiction writers on the market today. From pioneer fiction to a series set in Victorian England to a contemporary novel, Lori's books (over 5 million in print) continue to delight readers and top the Christian bestselling fiction list. Lori and her husband, Bob, live in Wisconsin with "the three coolest kids in the world."
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