Mina Scott tends her father's inn while longing to spend her days reading books. If she has to be working, at least she gets to serve the dashing law clerk, William Barlow. Barlow's uncle is due to name an heir and leans toward one who is married. Thus, William convinces Mina to pretend to be his wife to convince Uncle Barlow of his suitability for the position. But, as the saying goes, "What a tangled web we weave, when we practice to deceive." Will their deception foil William's chances? Can Mina settle for pretending to be his wife, when she wants to be so in truth?
This novel is all about second chances. The second chance coin, that appeared in the first installment, appears again. Uncle Barlow and Mina's friendship is delightful. William comes to see his way to the truth. Charles Dickens even makes a brief cameo appearance, much like Alfred Hitchcock in his films. I agree with author Cynthia Ruchti's endorsement, "Charles Dickens would be delighted with the way [Griep] tucked into this story's pockets truths and observations he penned long ago." I think Michelle Griep and I would get along well.
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Sounds like this would be a good movie, too!
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