Words to Treasure

by Lynda Trent

Wren Osborne was trapped

For almost all of Wren's twenty-two years, her Uncle Odell had treated her like a slave, refusing to send her to school in Beasley Creek and threatening to have her shunned--or worse--if she dared disobey his harsh rules.

Still, Wren had spirit. And her craving to learn was stronger than her fear of Odell. She risked asking for help from the new school superintendent, Colin Hughes.

Colin welcomed her as a student, valued her as a friend ...and desired her as a lover. Under his gentle tutelage, Wren found the courage to break all the rules.

299 pages, Mass Market Paperback

First published November 1, 1990

About the author

aka
Elizabeth Crane, Abigail McDaniels, Danielle Trent

Lynda Trent is the pseudonym of Lynda and Dan Trent.

Reviews

[⚜️XAR the Bookwyrm · Rating 5 out of 5]

For a 23 year old Harlequin book, this is one that I enjoy reading and re-reading over and over. The book is set in a very isolated small town, which makes it seem like it is still in a bygone age, even though it is set in modern times. It deals with overcoming deficiencies, namely illiteracy in this case, and is as tender and poignant as it was when it was first written. Well worth seeking out a copy and reading!

[Silvia · Rating 4 out of 5]

I loved the story line. But the ending was not what I expected. I thought she should have expanded on some stuff. I just wanted to know; What happened to Ruby, did she finaly agree to live with her daughter? what was the reaction of Colin's parents after they saw Wren? Did he still keep his job? did the school system improve? Did Wren get her GED? Did his uncle learn his lesson?.....I mean I have more questions that need to be answered. May be Lynda Trent should written an epilogue summary just keep a smile on my face. I loved the book anyway. It was worth a day of my thanksgiving break.

[Gemma · Rating 2 out of 5]

Got this as part of a bargain bag at the thrift store. This is more of a book about adult illiteracy than it is a romance. And some things really struck me as wrong. The heroine uncle won't allow her to go to school. In 1990? Wasn't that illegal? In spite of the mentions of modern-day stuff, like running water and cars, this really felt more like a historical novel. It's dated.

[Joel Naomi · Rating 1 out of 5]

I can't read it