Set in a time where your fortunes could turn on a dime. The Arthur family is at the mercy of Violet Pendergrass. Offering shelter and refuge in a desperate situation, Violet is like a spider. She works quietly but determined to get what she wants. Each member of the family in her protection experiences life altering or deciding moments. It’s a good read with insight into privilege and the doors it can close on the unprotected.

I enjoyed reading this book, the characters were great and I really enjoyed the plot. Overall I enjoyed reading this.

This is the 4th book in Kathleen Shoop’s “Letter Series” and I really enjoyed this historical fiction romance read about the Arthur family. Set in 1892 Des Moines The story is centered on Tommy Arthur who will steal your heart as his struggles and hardships will have you rooting for him and his family. The time era chosen for the setting of this story was absolutely perfect. The writing was intriguing, captured my attention and had me so interested to see what is next to come. This is my fist book with Kathleen Shoop and I am definitely now a fan of her writing. Shoop’s writing pulled me into the time, the beautiful prose, and the descriptive way she wrote, had me immersed into this story line. I enjoyed every one of the characters introduced in this book and getting to know each one good and the bad, which added to the plot of this amazing and interesting story. This was a highly enjoyable read that I recommend.

Great, multi-faceted characters. Very interesting plot. Vivid descriptions. I felt every emotion. Kept me intrigued from the first page to the last. Simply a GREAT read!

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