1. The Girl in the Gatehouse
    Julie Klassen
    Bethany House / 2010 / Trade Paperback
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    4.6 out of 5 stars for The Girl in the Gatehouse. View reviews of this product. 57 Reviews
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  1. Jolene
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    A Great Read!
    May 9, 2011
    Jolene
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    Expelled from her father's house, Mariah Aubrey has no place to live except an old, musty gatehouse on her aunt's estate. The separation from her family is difficult for Mariah and she escapes reality by writing novels. When Mariah's aunt passes away, her cousin inherits the estate and starts exacting a rental fee. Mariah's writing and small allowance from her father barely cover the rent. Then Captain Matthew Bryant leases the estate with the intent of buying it. Draw together by their common ground, figuratively and literally, Mariah and Matthew develop a kinship that could lead to more than just friendship. However, rumors are rampant about Mariah. Will Matthew risk his reputation, his heart, and his dreams for the mysterious Mariah?

    I loved The Girl in the Gatehouse by Julie Klassen. I found the uniqueness of the individual scenes refreshing. One of my favorite scenes in the entire book was when Mariah and Matthew read a theatrical script by Simon Wells. So romantic and sweet. I also enjoyed that there was more to the plot than just the relationship with between Mariah and Matthew. The sub-plots about Captain Prince, Lizzy Barnes, and Mrs. Dixon enhanced the main plot and created a pleasurable reading experience. I would have liked to have seen more spiritual development. There were multiple mentions of the Mariah's and Matthew's spiritual issues that were never resolved later in the book. However, I immensely enjoyed The Girl in the Gatehouse and I heartily recommend it to anyone who is a fan of historical romances.

    Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from Bethany House Publishers as part of their Blogger Review Program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."
  2. S Scales
    Texas
    Age: 25-34
    Gender: female
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    A full story for all to enjoy
    May 8, 2011
    S Scales
    Texas
    Age: 25-34
    Gender: female
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    The story centers on Mariah Aubrey, a young woman with a soiled reputation and a broken heart. She has been rejected by her father and expelled from her home. Matthew Bryant, a Captain, soon leases the estate on which she now "hides". He is trying to prove his worth to a wealthy lady who rejected him years earlier. They experience live together, especially through events surrounding a nearby parish poor house, a mythological captain, a missing girl, and a bright red muffler.

    I truly enjoyed The Girl in the Gatehouse, which is a full story written by Julie Klassen, who "loves all things Jane — Jane Eyre and Jane Austen". I definitely could tell that those authors, time periods and styles had influences Mrs. Klassen. That was also one reason I was interested in this book. I was drawn in to the story of Mariah and her secrets —one that ruined her live and one by which she earned her income. I knew that Captain Matthew would realize that he was focusing on the wrong woman, but Mrs. Klassen did throw a few unexpected twists to heighten the moment when all was revealed.

    I don't think I've read a story where the secondary characters grew on me as much as Martin and Dixon! Actually, the amount of secondary character could be also viewed negatively. There was so much occurring in this one book. I really think some of the stories and character could have been filled out even more —such as the elderly twin ladies from the poor house. I felt like I should have connected more with Agnes and Amy than I did. I believe this could have been made into a two book series.

    Disclosure: I received book free from Bethany House Book Reviewers' program. The opinions I have expressed are my own.
  3. amazed
    Ontario Canada
    Age: 18-24
    Gender: female
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    awesome!
    May 8, 2011
    amazed
    Ontario Canada
    Age: 18-24
    Gender: female
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    This book is amazing!

    The characters are well developed and you feel their pain and joy with them. You are easily transported back to England and the lives that Mariah, Captain Matthew and the others live. It is easy to picture yourself among them.

    Mariah shows compassion for people who are not as well off as she is. She obviously is regretful for her past mistakes and wants to make amends where ever, and whenever possible.

    Dixon, Martin and Hart are loyal friends and will do anything to help and protect those that they care about. They are interesting characters that make you wonder about their story and how they came into their current situations.

    This books shows that we should not judge people based on their mistakes, past experiences or by who other people say they are.

    I could not put it down! Definitely worth the price and time to read!
  4. AshC
    TN
    Age: 18-24
    Gender: female
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    More Than I Expected!
    April 28, 2011
    AshC
    TN
    Age: 18-24
    Gender: female
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    This book was amazing! I honestly didn't think I would enjoy it because the first few pages I didn't care for. But that definitely changed as I kept reading! It was fantastic!

    One thing I loved the most about this book would be the characters. They were real. They had flaws just like you and I, and I loved that. So many times the characters in Christian fiction seem "perfect" and that just isn't the case in actual life.

    This book was filled with mystery, romance, hope, & God's love and forgiveness. Just fantastic!
  5. karrot
    GA
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    Love this author
    April 12, 2011
    karrot
    GA
    Quality: 5
    Value: 4
    Meets Expectations: 5
    I love the style of writing here. The settings are lovely but real, and the stories are suspenseful without allowing the plot to overshadow the characters. This is one of my favorite authors!
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