Member Review

The Florence Legacy by Lauraine Snelling is a charming tale. I have read all of Lauraine Snelling’s books and I look forward to each new release. I like that it is a clean, Christian story. I thought it was well-written with realistic characters. The pacing is relaxed. I did feel that the story was a tad long (400 pages). I enjoyed getting to know Bree and Pierre as well as their families. Pierre and Bree both lost loved ones too early. Each one of them has an issue that they have yet to deal with. The further I got into the story, the more engrossed I became. It is a Christian story, but it is not preachy. Prayer, letting go of fears, and relying on God are a couple of the Christian themes. Both of our main characters needed to let go of their fear and trust Him to guide them. I had to admire Bree’s patience in dealing with her daughter, Jessica. Jessica is in her twenties, and she has trouble managing everything. Her lack of a college education has her working as a waitress (which means low pay). Jessica is continually late. Late to work, late for family dinners, and late paying her rent. Bree and her son are continually bailing Jessica out of a mess. Patience, prayer, and the right opportunity are what is needed. I enjoyed following Bree on her journey through Italy. I could just imagine the sights and the smell of the delicious food. I was baffled as to why Bree kept ordering a caprese salad (who wants a salad in Italy). The Florence Legacy is a story about friendship, love, family, grief, fears, and trusting God. You never know where God will lead you if you let him (could be a grand adventure). I like that the characters learned something about themselves. Each experience, the good and the bad, are a life lesson. The ending was sweet. The Florence Legacy is a touching tale with a special legacy, a frightening fear, a problematic progeny, a fetching Frenchman, a joyful journey, and life lessons.