Lara Lington’s life is stalling: her business is failing, her boyfriend left her, and she is stuck attending the funeral of her great-aunt Sadie. The service takes a strange turn when Sadie appears as a ghost in the form of a bold, demanding nineteen-year-old girl from the 1920s. Sadie refuses to rest until Lara finds a missing dragonfly necklace. As the two navigate modern London, Sadie forces Lara to demand better treatment from men and rediscover her own confidence, all while they uncover long-buried family secrets regarding Sadie’s past and a hidden inheritance.
Readers of lighthearted fiction seek this story for its blend of slapstick humor and historical nostalgia. It appeals to those who enjoy narratives about female friendship and personal growth found in unexpected places. The audience walks away with a perspective on the importance of living vibrantly rather than settling for a mediocre life. By the end, the reader sees how honoring the experiences of older generations can provide the necessary courage to fix contemporary problems.
Practical, clear-cut and escapist; an easy read.
Best for readers like The Escapist Adventurer. Which reader are you?
- Published
- 2009
- Language
- EN
