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Rainbow Cottage
When she meets her grandmother and family for the first time, Sheila Ainslee is loved and cared for like never before. So she is totally unprepared for her spiteful and vindictive cousin Jacqueline, who does all she can to humiliate Sheila and drive her away from her newfound family!
But one of Jacqueline's schemes goes too far, and suddenly Sheila must fight for her very life . . .
But one of Jacqueline's schemes goes too far, and suddenly Sheila must fight for her very life . . .
262 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published January 1, 1934
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Grace Livingston Hill
574 books565 followersalso wrote under the pseudonym Marcia MacDonald
also published under the name Grace Livingston Hill Lutz
A popular author of her day, she wrote over 100 novels and numerous short stories of religious and Christian fiction. Her characters were most often young female ingénues, frequently strong Christian women or those who become so within the confines of the story.
niece to Isabella MacDonald Alden
also published under the name Grace Livingston Hill Lutz
A popular author of her day, she wrote over 100 novels and numerous short stories of religious and Christian fiction. Her characters were most often young female ingénues, frequently strong Christian women or those who become so within the confines of the story.
niece to Isabella MacDonald Alden
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June 15, 2013
Rainbow Cottage
Grace L Hill
There are 2 huge reasons why i really like reading Grace's books. One I mentioned in all my reviews-- it is the spiritual application that is so greatly described and so vivid that you want to be there and experience it yourself.
The second reason is that she lived and wrote about the era when evolution first came out and was spoiling people's minds and lives.
Her books are right between a strict Victorian and spoiled contemporary romance. It brings a breath of fresh air because really you don't know what to expect and what side she will favor.
Rainbow Cottage had so much action, drama, prejudice, love, and spiritual uplifting going on that you keep turning pages without realizing it.
Shelia is going to see her grandma while running away from a wicked man. She comes tired and and angry ready to unload all her pain on them because they turned her mother out. Angus was doing a good deed and stopping over to drop some papers off. Little did they know that they were cut from the same cloth and were meant for each other. I liked their growing romance, Grace showed his tormented heart in this book too. I was touched by Betty's and Malcolm's transformation. Poor Jac made me laugh, I know Im terrible but she was a silly girl in love who didn't know the Lord.
Great inspirational book! Enjoy it!!
Disclaimer: I got a free copy of this book from Barbour Publishing through NetGalley in exchange for my honest opinion.
Grace L Hill
There are 2 huge reasons why i really like reading Grace's books. One I mentioned in all my reviews-- it is the spiritual application that is so greatly described and so vivid that you want to be there and experience it yourself.
The second reason is that she lived and wrote about the era when evolution first came out and was spoiling people's minds and lives.
Her books are right between a strict Victorian and spoiled contemporary romance. It brings a breath of fresh air because really you don't know what to expect and what side she will favor.
Rainbow Cottage had so much action, drama, prejudice, love, and spiritual uplifting going on that you keep turning pages without realizing it.
Shelia is going to see her grandma while running away from a wicked man. She comes tired and and angry ready to unload all her pain on them because they turned her mother out. Angus was doing a good deed and stopping over to drop some papers off. Little did they know that they were cut from the same cloth and were meant for each other. I liked their growing romance, Grace showed his tormented heart in this book too. I was touched by Betty's and Malcolm's transformation. Poor Jac made me laugh, I know Im terrible but she was a silly girl in love who didn't know the Lord.
Great inspirational book! Enjoy it!!
Disclaimer: I got a free copy of this book from Barbour Publishing through NetGalley in exchange for my honest opinion.
March 2, 2017
I started out not liking this very much. I thought the opening wasn't as good as it could have been. I was mistaken. It was perfect for this book. The message was presented perfectly all throughout this book. GLH did an amazing job with the spiritul content in this book and I found myself re-reading portions sevral times, just to make sure I cought all she had to say on the matter. Espechilly her thoughts on Shela paying her back.
December 4, 2019
I read my 1934 edition of this book. I found it at a used book sale.I do love old books. I enjoyed the story line itself,but it was a bit slow and actually dull in spots. But overall it was a nice story.A young Sheila escapes an evil man that has secrets abt her family.She travels back to Maine to visit her Grandmother,and finds a new life for herself.Grandma's Rainbow Cottage itself seems absolutely lovely! I cannot believe how much our English language has changed in 80 years, the language alone is worth the read.
June 22, 2013
Hott Synopsis:
Grandmother Ainslee is still distraught that her son ran off under mysterious circumstances and married a cabaret singer all of those years ago but when the mysterious and orphaned young Sheila appears on her doorstep she’s shocked. How on earth did a cabaret singer raise a daughter sweeter and lovelier than any other?
Something mysterious is going on though. Sheila is being hounded by one of her father’s goons and neither she nor Grandmother can figure out why.
Visit this sweet little cottage by the sea and visit with Grandmother, Sheila, some distrustful cousins, and some heroic neighbors in this summertime favorite, Rainbow Cottage.
Hott Review:
What I liked: I’ve adored this story each time I’ve read it. It’s a perfect sweet romance for an afternoon by the pool. It’s lightly suspenseful and hugely romantic. I have a relationship with my grams like these two & feel so at home when reading.
What I didn’t like: I’m still angry with the silly Jezebel.
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Source: Barbour Publishing, Inc. via Netgalley
Grade: A
Ages: 14+
Steam: YA
Grandmother Ainslee is still distraught that her son ran off under mysterious circumstances and married a cabaret singer all of those years ago but when the mysterious and orphaned young Sheila appears on her doorstep she’s shocked. How on earth did a cabaret singer raise a daughter sweeter and lovelier than any other?
Something mysterious is going on though. Sheila is being hounded by one of her father’s goons and neither she nor Grandmother can figure out why.
Visit this sweet little cottage by the sea and visit with Grandmother, Sheila, some distrustful cousins, and some heroic neighbors in this summertime favorite, Rainbow Cottage.
Hott Review:
What I liked: I’ve adored this story each time I’ve read it. It’s a perfect sweet romance for an afternoon by the pool. It’s lightly suspenseful and hugely romantic. I have a relationship with my grams like these two & feel so at home when reading.
What I didn’t like: I’m still angry with the silly Jezebel.
More…
Source: Barbour Publishing, Inc. via Netgalley
Grade: A
Ages: 14+
Steam: YA
July 21, 2020
One of my favorites from Grace Livingston Hill .. this was a re-read, but wonderful again, as always! Lovely romance, with a Christian message, and beautiful imagery.
2-26-16 Once again easily one of my favorites. A fairy tale for sure, but a fun one to read.
July 2020 ... another favorite re-read!
2-26-16 Once again easily one of my favorites. A fairy tale for sure, but a fun one to read.
July 2020 ... another favorite re-read!
April 16, 2016
I think this was my favorite Grace Livingston Hill so far! I fell in love with the house, Rainbow Cottage, and the grandmother, Mrs. Ainslee. :)
November 3, 2024
A lovely old-fashioned story as are all of G L Hill's books. Where evil people receive the justice they deserve, and good people their reward!
August 11, 2020
Another super sweet GLH. Her books are just plain goodness.
This one is nearly as good as Enchanted Barn.
p. 267 "But she was deeply interested in the book they were reading. Its subject was the life of victory that is the right of every believer in Christ."
p. 268 "I never realized before that all we can possibly need or want is in Jesus Christ. If we are restless He is our peace; if we are tempted He is our strength; if we are unhappy, He is our joy--so that if we keep utterly depending on Him in every circumstance, life gets to be a glorious march of victory every day. Not that we'd ever get to be perfect on this earth, but in so far as we let Jesus Christ live our lives for us victory would be the habitual thing, instead of defeat, as it is in most of us. And that kind of joyous life is what He meant us to have. It's one thing that His death and resurrection accomplished."
I really enjoyed that Betty and her husband, Malcolm came together in the ending chapters.
This one is nearly as good as Enchanted Barn.
p. 267 "But she was deeply interested in the book they were reading. Its subject was the life of victory that is the right of every believer in Christ."
p. 268 "I never realized before that all we can possibly need or want is in Jesus Christ. If we are restless He is our peace; if we are tempted He is our strength; if we are unhappy, He is our joy--so that if we keep utterly depending on Him in every circumstance, life gets to be a glorious march of victory every day. Not that we'd ever get to be perfect on this earth, but in so far as we let Jesus Christ live our lives for us victory would be the habitual thing, instead of defeat, as it is in most of us. And that kind of joyous life is what He meant us to have. It's one thing that His death and resurrection accomplished."
I really enjoyed that Betty and her husband, Malcolm came together in the ending chapters.
September 10, 2012
Any of the Grace Livingston Hill Books, and I've read all but 2 of her 100 plus books, were read well over ten years ago. Most I remember them being uplifting having good things happening out of bad situations. Also that any references to the Bible were spot on. I was frequently surprised in story lines that almost all of them were set in the 20's until I learned more about the Author and that it was the era that she lived in. Which brought on a different perspective on reading her books as though I was becoming a part of that era and learning about that time frame.
A good read where right wins over wrong, good over bad and the white hats rule the roost.
A good read where right wins over wrong, good over bad and the white hats rule the roost.
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October 24, 2018I found these books from looking around the library as a teen. Our library had a rack of Grace Livingston Hill books and a rack of Emilie Loring books. Even though they have some intrigue in them with bad guys, mostly the books are about decent people trying to live a decent life.
Our modern news is so smarmy, everywhere you turn someone is being disgusting, so it is nice to escape to a simpler time to some gentle people that you can cheer for.
I’d also recommend, ‘The Enchanted Barn,’ ‘The Finding of Jasper Holt,’ ‘Duskin,’ and I think the duo is ‘White Orchids’ and ‘The Strange Proposal.’
Our modern news is so smarmy, everywhere you turn someone is being disgusting, so it is nice to escape to a simpler time to some gentle people that you can cheer for.
I’d also recommend, ‘The Enchanted Barn,’ ‘The Finding of Jasper Holt,’ ‘Duskin,’ and I think the duo is ‘White Orchids’ and ‘The Strange Proposal.’
June 5, 2013
I found this book while wandering the library. I was curious as to why there was such a collection of Ms. Hill's books, given that most of them (including this one) lacked covers and in general there is not a lot of fiction from the 1930s in the library. Were these books so special, that the library would continue to circulate them after all these years? After looking on goodreads, it seems it is a depression-era Christian romance novel. So. I'll post a review when I'm done!
June 17, 2014
I think this book was meant to try to turn someone to God. The underlying story was very interesting. The preaching didn't bother me but I can see how it would be too much for some people. Overall not a bad story about redemption and God's grace and protection.
December 20, 2014
Five stars!!!!!
I love GHL books especially the romance this one is a great book! It isn't as romancey as I like but Sheila is a strong independent girl and this is definitely a favorite!
I love GHL books especially the romance this one is a great book! It isn't as romancey as I like but Sheila is a strong independent girl and this is definitely a favorite!
July 11, 2016
Never disappointed
You can never go wrong with a GLH story. This was another great read. Heroines and heroes may not always have depth of character, but they always come through with integrity of character. Wish we could go back to this era.
You can never go wrong with a GLH story. This was another great read. Heroines and heroes may not always have depth of character, but they always come through with integrity of character. Wish we could go back to this era.
June 3, 2013
This was a quick, cute little read about a girl looking for family and meaning in life. She finds that and more in this romantic tale.
August 29, 2013
Typical of this author - boy meets girl, falls in love and gets married. A little sappy.
April 23, 2014
Loved the rainbow theme throughout!
September 26, 2015
I always love her stories even if they are quaint and outdated. The moral and lessons in them is always aplicable to today's life.
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November 29, 2014Love her books.
August 26, 2015
Enjoyed the story and the setting. A good, easy read.
February 5, 2024
I chose this as one of my Valentine's Day read for the year. It seems beautiful and sweet. Even if some of it is a little predictable, it's well described and the imagery made it a pleasant read.
I don't think all those flowers in the garden bloom at the same time, or at least they come out in stages where we are here. Phlox (and I think lilies, too) are well before roses! Still, it was a beautiful garden and a beautiful scene. It made me think of Louisa May Alcott's "Flower Fables," of which she complained that the illustrator had drawn the wrong flowers!
But, okay, trying to set aside the scientific part of my mind and just enjoy the scene ...
I loved the setting of the beach and the rocks. I loved how the rocks played a role, living out the old hymn, "Rock of Ages, cleft for me ..."
This confirms my earlier suspicions that author Grace Livingston Hill loved clothes. I could've grown tired of the shopping trip and all the clothing descriptions, but I chose to try to imagine them and had fun that way. I think I might like to borrow some of that wardrobe, the little green hat and suit at least.
Jaqueline's character was annoying, but she was meant to be.
I think it would've been more realistic if Sheila had a harder time forgiving her grandmother.
My mom often complains that Grace Livingston Hill has her good characters be too good and her bad characters be too bad, but I didn't find Sheila "too good," even if she didn't struggle more naturally with forgiveness. She did, after all, physically assault Jaqueline. So Sheila did have a limit.
I liked the character arc of redemption for several, but not all, of the characters. Not yet, anyway.
I think the grandma would've been more anxious about some of her family and their decisions and attitudes than she appeared to be, and have more heartache over them. There are also themes of the parable of the Prodigal Son in Luke 15:11-32, not only in the prodigal son himself, but also in the prodigal son's older brother, who while being geographically closer to the father, still was distant and uncaring in heart.
I also liked that the characters did not fear death but focused on the hereafter, and I liked how they prayed to God, as if He were not distant at all, but very near them.
I wondered if this one was written later on in GLH's life, with all that talk of napping and being tired. I also wondered if GLH struggled with feelings of regret, or felt she had anything for her family to forgive of her, as did this grandmother. Most of her elderly women characters are more embittered and not nearly as sweet.
I kept wondering what happened to Janet's toothache, and we were never told.
My one complaint, other than the flowers, is that SPOILER ... sure, let's just go buy a castle on a whim. Not at all expensive.
Another reviewer complained that the book was classist and snobbish, and actually, some of GLH's books are, in that sense, a product of her times. While I read it, I was watching to see if I found something like that in this particular one, or if I were reading some of her other works into it unnecessarily. I don't think there is anything overt in there. The hired help is smart, resourceful, efficient, prepared, taking initiative, invaluable.
BUT ... the sweet elderly grandma did overlook her granddaughter because of her outdated, ragged clothes before she realized who she was ... AND she presumed that the child's mother had loose morals because of the pressures of that kind of work environment. Both of which, the grandma repented over, tried to reform, tried to get others to reform. At first, I did recoil, wondering how such a sweet little old grandma could act that way. I think I started to read this book once before, and put it down, thoroughly annoyed at her. But I'm glad I re-started it and finished it this time around. Worth the read, and the sweet little old lady does improve.
Favorite quotes:
" ... and wise, bright eyes that would not be too sympathetic for one's good, yet could twinkle with the youngest."
I'm not sure this youngest generation would understand that quote, would understand how being too sympathetic could not be in someone's best interests.
"I never realized before that all we can possibly need or want is in Jesus Christ. If we are restless He is our peace; if we are tempted He is our strength; if we are unhappy, He is our joy--so that if we keep utterly depending on Him in every circumstance, life gets to be a glorious march of victory every day. Not that we'd ever get to be perfect on this earth, but in so far as we let Jesus Christ live our lives for us victory would be the habitual thing, instead of defeat, as it is in most of us. And that kind of joyous life is what He meant us to have. It's one thing that His death and resurrection accomplished."
I don't think all those flowers in the garden bloom at the same time, or at least they come out in stages where we are here. Phlox (and I think lilies, too) are well before roses! Still, it was a beautiful garden and a beautiful scene. It made me think of Louisa May Alcott's "Flower Fables," of which she complained that the illustrator had drawn the wrong flowers!
But, okay, trying to set aside the scientific part of my mind and just enjoy the scene ...
I loved the setting of the beach and the rocks. I loved how the rocks played a role, living out the old hymn, "Rock of Ages, cleft for me ..."
This confirms my earlier suspicions that author Grace Livingston Hill loved clothes. I could've grown tired of the shopping trip and all the clothing descriptions, but I chose to try to imagine them and had fun that way. I think I might like to borrow some of that wardrobe, the little green hat and suit at least.
Jaqueline's character was annoying, but she was meant to be.
I think it would've been more realistic if Sheila had a harder time forgiving her grandmother.
My mom often complains that Grace Livingston Hill has her good characters be too good and her bad characters be too bad, but I didn't find Sheila "too good," even if she didn't struggle more naturally with forgiveness. She did, after all, physically assault Jaqueline. So Sheila did have a limit.
I liked the character arc of redemption for several, but not all, of the characters. Not yet, anyway.
I think the grandma would've been more anxious about some of her family and their decisions and attitudes than she appeared to be, and have more heartache over them. There are also themes of the parable of the Prodigal Son in Luke 15:11-32, not only in the prodigal son himself, but also in the prodigal son's older brother, who while being geographically closer to the father, still was distant and uncaring in heart.
I also liked that the characters did not fear death but focused on the hereafter, and I liked how they prayed to God, as if He were not distant at all, but very near them.
I wondered if this one was written later on in GLH's life, with all that talk of napping and being tired. I also wondered if GLH struggled with feelings of regret, or felt she had anything for her family to forgive of her, as did this grandmother. Most of her elderly women characters are more embittered and not nearly as sweet.
I kept wondering what happened to Janet's toothache, and we were never told.
My one complaint, other than the flowers, is that SPOILER ... sure, let's just go buy a castle on a whim. Not at all expensive.
Another reviewer complained that the book was classist and snobbish, and actually, some of GLH's books are, in that sense, a product of her times. While I read it, I was watching to see if I found something like that in this particular one, or if I were reading some of her other works into it unnecessarily. I don't think there is anything overt in there. The hired help is smart, resourceful, efficient, prepared, taking initiative, invaluable.
BUT ... the sweet elderly grandma did overlook her granddaughter because of her outdated, ragged clothes before she realized who she was ... AND she presumed that the child's mother had loose morals because of the pressures of that kind of work environment. Both of which, the grandma repented over, tried to reform, tried to get others to reform. At first, I did recoil, wondering how such a sweet little old grandma could act that way. I think I started to read this book once before, and put it down, thoroughly annoyed at her. But I'm glad I re-started it and finished it this time around. Worth the read, and the sweet little old lady does improve.
Favorite quotes:
" ... and wise, bright eyes that would not be too sympathetic for one's good, yet could twinkle with the youngest."
I'm not sure this youngest generation would understand that quote, would understand how being too sympathetic could not be in someone's best interests.
"I never realized before that all we can possibly need or want is in Jesus Christ. If we are restless He is our peace; if we are tempted He is our strength; if we are unhappy, He is our joy--so that if we keep utterly depending on Him in every circumstance, life gets to be a glorious march of victory every day. Not that we'd ever get to be perfect on this earth, but in so far as we let Jesus Christ live our lives for us victory would be the habitual thing, instead of defeat, as it is in most of us. And that kind of joyous life is what He meant us to have. It's one thing that His death and resurrection accomplished."
March 7, 2021
This is another Grace Livingston Hill classic.
Sheila meets her wealthy grandmother for the first time when she's dressed in all of her old, ratty clothes, looking like a tramp. She's sure she has to be in the wrong place; no one in her family could live in such a beautiful place. Her mother was dead and no one knew where her father was, so this grandmother, if she'd have her, was the only family she had left.
Angus lives on the cliffs near Sheila's grandmother's cottage, and the two are attracted almost immediately. He's too good for her though, or she'll never be good enough for him.
Jacqueline, Grandmother's niece, shows up, and being the spoiled brat that she was, took an instant dislike to Sheila, and even if Sheila didn't know it yet or wouldn't admit it, Jacqueline saw something between her and Angus, and Angus was the only man she ever really wanted.
All of these characters come together to make for a beautiful story with some suspense at the end.
Sheila meets her wealthy grandmother for the first time when she's dressed in all of her old, ratty clothes, looking like a tramp. She's sure she has to be in the wrong place; no one in her family could live in such a beautiful place. Her mother was dead and no one knew where her father was, so this grandmother, if she'd have her, was the only family she had left.
Angus lives on the cliffs near Sheila's grandmother's cottage, and the two are attracted almost immediately. He's too good for her though, or she'll never be good enough for him.
Jacqueline, Grandmother's niece, shows up, and being the spoiled brat that she was, took an instant dislike to Sheila, and even if Sheila didn't know it yet or wouldn't admit it, Jacqueline saw something between her and Angus, and Angus was the only man she ever really wanted.
All of these characters come together to make for a beautiful story with some suspense at the end.
July 3, 2018
Stilted
dialogue knocks one star off the rating of this book. Usually, GLH’s writing has much more of a genuine feel to the interpersonal relationships. In this story, the only character that seemed real to me was the antagonist and she was just horrid! The descriptive passages were lovely and it was easy to sit on the porch and smell the flowers while watching and listening to the waves of the ocean. I’ve lived at the beach and those very same plants, colors and smells adorned my home, aaahhh...There’s not a lot to this little book: it’s clean, a tiny bit of romance and a smattering of family strife to work out. All in, it could be the catalyst for a Friday night Hallmark movie of the week.
dialogue knocks one star off the rating of this book. Usually, GLH’s writing has much more of a genuine feel to the interpersonal relationships. In this story, the only character that seemed real to me was the antagonist and she was just horrid! The descriptive passages were lovely and it was easy to sit on the porch and smell the flowers while watching and listening to the waves of the ocean. I’ve lived at the beach and those very same plants, colors and smells adorned my home, aaahhh...There’s not a lot to this little book: it’s clean, a tiny bit of romance and a smattering of family strife to work out. All in, it could be the catalyst for a Friday night Hallmark movie of the week.
February 17, 2022
I started reading my mother's GLH books over 30 years ago and remembered one with a cottage at the beach but couldn't remember the title. I loved the description of the cottage and the garden and could just picture it in my mind she wrote about it so vividly. Even now that I am older and have lived in many houses I would still love to live in Grandma's fairy tale home most of all. I love how GLH wrote these books so long ago when times were so different but how they still relate to today. She is my favorite author of all time. Very inspiring.
September 15, 2019
I did so enjoy this book
This was a very sweet story. So many lessons in it; forgiveness, pride, dealing with satan, sharing, tenderness, wrongs mad right, faith, hope, grace and of course the all conquering love. Never a dull moment, nothing prolonged that seems like forever. As always, I am just impressed by Grace's writing ability. And last, but definitely not least Grace is not shy when it comes to telling anyone about her Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ!!!
This was a very sweet story. So many lessons in it; forgiveness, pride, dealing with satan, sharing, tenderness, wrongs mad right, faith, hope, grace and of course the all conquering love. Never a dull moment, nothing prolonged that seems like forever. As always, I am just impressed by Grace's writing ability. And last, but definitely not least Grace is not shy when it comes to telling anyone about her Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ!!!
July 20, 2021
I thought this one started off pretty interesting, then descended into typical GLH style romance. The grandmother was very quick to admit she was wrong, which was surprising to me (the original synopsis I read seemed to make Sheila's confrontation with her grandmother the main story plot line).
The book had some exciting moments, but I didn't really connect with many of the characters. Overall, I would recommend it though.
The book had some exciting moments, but I didn't really connect with many of the characters. Overall, I would recommend it though.
June 4, 2020
Ever a good read
I've as yet to come across a book by this author that I have not enjoyed. The characters are either loveable or villainous. I delight in the faithful or of the finding of faith by the characters , and it is a true pull for me. I think anyone that loves Jesus will enjoy the spin the author takes. I will continue to read this authors works or re-read them.
I've as yet to come across a book by this author that I have not enjoyed. The characters are either loveable or villainous. I delight in the faithful or of the finding of faith by the characters , and it is a true pull for me. I think anyone that loves Jesus will enjoy the spin the author takes. I will continue to read this authors works or re-read them.
December 30, 2023
A satisfying adventure
GLH never disappoints her readers. This imaginative yet down to earth story provides a cozy snapshot of every life surrendered to Jesus. The struggles are painfully real and the glory is realized in two young lives far earlier than my own has come. But waiting on God is another rare thing that never disappoints.
GLH never disappoints her readers. This imaginative yet down to earth story provides a cozy snapshot of every life surrendered to Jesus. The struggles are painfully real and the glory is realized in two young lives far earlier than my own has come. But waiting on God is another rare thing that never disappoints.
July 24, 2024
Rainbow Cottage
I enjoyed the book from start to finish. It may be a little old fashioned for some people’s tastes, but I love stepping back in time, seeing the clothes, the relationships, and the budding love story. The heroine’s life changes from one of sheer poverty and fear to one of comfort and love as she meets a wonderful grandmother and friend and learns about God.
I enjoyed the book from start to finish. It may be a little old fashioned for some people’s tastes, but I love stepping back in time, seeing the clothes, the relationships, and the budding love story. The heroine’s life changes from one of sheer poverty and fear to one of comfort and love as she meets a wonderful grandmother and friend and learns about God.
January 16, 2019
Well written
I've always enjoyed Grace Livingston Hill books, and this is one of my favorites now. Kept my interest and sections of the book were real page turners. It did not dissapoint! I loved the second well developed characters. I too wanted to slap that cousin, lol.
I've always enjoyed Grace Livingston Hill books, and this is one of my favorites now. Kept my interest and sections of the book were real page turners. It did not dissapoint! I loved the second well developed characters. I too wanted to slap that cousin, lol.
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