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tashaseegmiller's review against another edition
4.0
I really enjoyed this book. There were elements that I didn't see coming, which made the reading experience all the more enjoyable. The characters became more well rounded through the story. Only complaint was leaving some loose ends loose at the end.
ifollowedthatrabbit's review against another edition
5.0
“The butterfly counts not months but moments, and has time enough.” – [a:Rabindranath Tagore|36913|Rabindranath Tagore|http://d.gr-assets.com/authors/1358583553p2/36913.jpg]
Do you believe in fate? Do you think two people can be destined to be together? How do you know you've met the "right" person?
Eva returns to Cornwall after 20 years to scatter her sister's ashes. (No, this is not a spoiler, because you can read it at the beginning of the book –in the very first sentence, in fact.)
She stays at her childhood friends' house (Mark and his sister Susan) --Trelowarth House, an ancient building placed on The Hill with a breathtaking view.
The first morning, Eva hears some male voices near her bedroom and she assumes that some workmen were repairing something at the house, though there weren’t any workmen at the house and the voices keep echoing near Eva’s room the following nights.
She starts wondering whether these voices are the product of her sorrow or a side effect of her sleeping pills. Moreover, the voices aren't the only odd event Eva has to deal with during those days at Trelowarth House...
Don't worry, I won’t continue writing about what happens next, otherwise this review would contain spoilers and that's something neither you nor I want (in case you haven't read the book yet).
Regarding the story itself, I must say that it reminded me a bit of [b:Mariana|961833|Mariana|Susanna Kearsley|http://d.gr-assets.com/books/1330496361s/961833.jpg|1916770].
The characters were very likeable. And what can I say about the Butler brothers? Or about Fergal, Daniel Butler’s best friend? They are vividly depicted; therefore, I couldn’t but feel as I was there listening to them.
The settings were vividly described, as well; the clothes they wear, the smell of the food, the surroundings, the salty smell of the sea, and so on. I think Eva wasn’t the only one time traveling, because everytime Eva tells about Daniel’s and Fergal’s story I couldn’t help feeling I was in 1715 at Trelowarth House.
This is my sixth Susanna Kearley’s novel, and I’m glad I can read in english (this is just my foreign language; therefore, I apologize for any mistake I may have made in this review). Only one of her novels has been transalated into spanish: [b:The Winter Sea|3392089|The Winter Sea|Susanna Kearsley|http://d.gr-assets.com/books/1327880898s/3392089.jpg|3723657] , and this was the first of her novels that I read, though I did it in english. I can’t imagine reading the spanish translation of her Scottish characters’ dialogues!
Finally, if you’re looking for a bit of romance, historical fiction, and time travel, you should definitely read [b:The Rose Garden|9792287|The Rose Garden|Susanna Kearsley|http://d.gr-assets.com/books/1327951839s/9792287.jpg|14682378].
Do you believe in fate? Do you think two people can be destined to be together? How do you know you've met the "right" person?
Eva returns to Cornwall after 20 years to scatter her sister's ashes. (No, this is not a spoiler, because you can read it at the beginning of the book –in the very first sentence, in fact.)
She stays at her childhood friends' house (Mark and his sister Susan) --Trelowarth House, an ancient building placed on The Hill with a breathtaking view.
The first morning, Eva hears some male voices near her bedroom and she assumes that some workmen were repairing something at the house, though there weren’t any workmen at the house and the voices keep echoing near Eva’s room the following nights.
She starts wondering whether these voices are the product of her sorrow or a side effect of her sleeping pills. Moreover, the voices aren't the only odd event Eva has to deal with during those days at Trelowarth House...
Don't worry, I won’t continue writing about what happens next, otherwise this review would contain spoilers and that's something neither you nor I want (in case you haven't read the book yet).
Regarding the story itself, I must say that it reminded me a bit of [b:Mariana|961833|Mariana|Susanna Kearsley|http://d.gr-assets.com/books/1330496361s/961833.jpg|1916770].
The characters were very likeable. And what can I say about the Butler brothers? Or about Fergal, Daniel Butler’s best friend? They are vividly depicted; therefore, I couldn’t but feel as I was there listening to them.
The settings were vividly described, as well; the clothes they wear, the smell of the food, the surroundings, the salty smell of the sea, and so on. I think Eva wasn’t the only one time traveling, because everytime Eva tells about Daniel’s and Fergal’s story I couldn’t help feeling I was in 1715 at Trelowarth House.
This is my sixth Susanna Kearley’s novel, and I’m glad I can read in english (this is just my foreign language; therefore, I apologize for any mistake I may have made in this review). Only one of her novels has been transalated into spanish: [b:The Winter Sea|3392089|The Winter Sea|Susanna Kearsley|http://d.gr-assets.com/books/1327880898s/3392089.jpg|3723657] , and this was the first of her novels that I read, though I did it in english. I can’t imagine reading the spanish translation of her Scottish characters’ dialogues!
Finally, if you’re looking for a bit of romance, historical fiction, and time travel, you should definitely read [b:The Rose Garden|9792287|The Rose Garden|Susanna Kearsley|http://d.gr-assets.com/books/1327951839s/9792287.jpg|14682378].
dotreadsbooks's review
4.0
Time travel tales are one of my absolute favorite genres! I loved the characters, the history and of course the magical love story. My one and only complaint is that I wish there had been more interaction between Eva and her lover. Ultimately I was surprised by the ending and it definitely left me wanting more. I would love for this author to write a sequel!
teetall4's review against another edition
3.0
I struggled to find myself interested in the beginning of this book. My sister had read it before, and when I asked whether I should keep reading passed chapter 7, I was told it does in fact, pick up speed. When I came to the end, I had a difficult time trying to sort through explanations of the events pertaining to time travel. I had to reread several pages, and even still I’m not completely sure... Similar to how I felt after watching the movies “Inception” and “Looper.” I suppose, for me, ideas relating to time travel are a conundrum.
roseleaf24's review against another edition
3.0
I enjoyed this, and enjoyed the twists in the story, particularly in the last half, but it felt a bit clunky in its writing to me. This is much more of a romance involving time travel than speculative fiction.
jyoti_balodhi's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
enchantedbookends's review
adventurous
emotional
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0