Fifteen years later, Jacci is an actress aboard the Kingston Floating Palace, and largely contented with her adopted family of actors, singers, and dancers. Especially Gabe, who has always supported her, and the gruff grandfather she has come to know and love. Jacci's mother has been gone for years, but the memory of the altercation that ultimately took her life--and the cryptic things Jacci has overheard about her past--is always there, lurking in the back of her mind.
When someone on the showboat tries to kill Jacci, it's clear her questions demand answers. But secrets have a way of staying in the shadows, and the answers she craves will not come easily. Gabe only hopes they come in time for him and Jacci to have a future together.
My thoughts:
This is a thoroughly entertaining,
engrossing historical novel. There is a
bit of mystery, danger, and sadness, especially for Jacci, the five-year-old we
meet at the beginning of the story. It
is tragic that she is orphaned at such a young age, but it is a new start for
her as she meets her grandfather.
The author takes her readers
on a journey with Jacci and a cast of characters as they perform aboard the
Kingston Floating Palace where the bond, they share is unmistakable and
unshakeable. There is plenty of action both on and off the stage, there is also
some romance and overall, just plain good writing from Ms. Gabhart.
I loved the storyline, the characters,
the setting, but mostly I loved the family dynamics and friendships. This is a perfect summer read get a copy for
your vacation or staycation.
I voluntarily reviewed a
complimentary copy of this book. Opinions
are my own.
No comments:
Post a Comment