On the outskirts of a small coastal village in England lives a mysterious doctor named Malchus Marlow. For nearly twenty years he has isolated himself from society because of his painful past. No one, except his butler, Felix, knows he exists. However, the world soon discovers him when an injured girl appears in the woods on his property. Reluctantly, he agrees to help her. At first, he is suspicious of the girl, but once he sees her kind nature, he forms a close friendship with her. During her stay, the girl discovers a secret room that holds the key to understanding the doctor's reclusive ways. He must confront these hidden memories to free himself from his strangling past. If he doesn't, he may just lose the one he has grown to love so much.
this book was a solid 3.5 stars! the story was sweet and it had a great message to it: the world around you shouldn’t define your beauty. it was a very quick read with its 217 pages, which i enjoyed. overall, great read if you want a little encouragement.
Ms. Linux has as awesome talent and her characters have such depth that you wouldn't know that this is her first book. I have already purchased book #2 and look forward to seeing what she brings to life in her words next.