Book Review: Crossed Lines by Jennifer Delamere

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What is this book about?

Emma Sutton knows she should be satisfied with her position at London’s Central Telegraph Office. But ever since she was orphaned young, she’s longed for a family of her own. Things look up when an emergency at work throws a handsome engineer into her orbit and he later sends Emma the love note of her dreams.

Mitchell Harris’s sharp wit and facility with a pen have enabled him to thrive despite serious obstacles. That the woman of his dreams works just one floor above his should make life perfect. But a childhood accident has left Mitchell convinced he’ll never draw a woman like Emma Sutton’s attention. When his best friend–who once saved his life–falls in love with Emma, too, and asks for help writing her love letters, Mitchell is torn between desire and loyalty.

Believing the writer of the letters is the answer to her prayers, but confused over her growing attraction to Mitchell, Emma’s heart must decide where to call home.

My review:

Since I like Cyrano de Bergerac and retellings done well (The Truth about Cats and Dogs/Roxanne), I had high expectations for this story. While I did think Emma was a little too fast to forgive the lie, I thought the romance between her and Mitchell was sweet. There were some parts that dragged with introspection which I skimmed. This story did make me more interested in Rose’s story which is the next book in the series.

What I enjoyed most about this book:

Sweet romance

What I didn’t like about this book:

Introspection that made me skim

Would I recommend this book to others?  Yes. Sweet romance, interesting historical setting, redemptive message. This is the second book in the series and it can be read as a standalone.

Where can I learn more about this author and their books?

Jennifer Delamere, author website

-Loraine Nunley

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