The Truth Seekers by Elizabeth Lawrence Review
The Truth Seekers by Elizabeth Lawrence
At the turn of the century, the Victorian upper classes live in a vibrant but strictly ordered world that encourages gentle, intellectual pursuits. It is a life of ease and elegance that can be snatched away in an instant if the rules of polite society are not followed. Gothic novelist Geoffrey Hawes has never been willing to let such restrictions hold him back from following his principles, and he refuses to honor conventions he does not value. When he spends a social season in a community created to celebrate the Arts, music, and philosophy, he is unexpectedly befriended by the daughter of the Governor, Miranda Claridge.
Bitter and disenchanted with the privileged and wealthy, Geoffrey finds his beliefs repeatedly challenged by the intelligent and vivacious Miranda. In the midst of their heated debates on the mores of the upper class, this unlikely friendship blossoms into a passionate love. He encourages her to pursue her interest in painting and helps her to envision a life outside her gilded cage, spent with a man who considers her his equal. Meanwhile, Miranda helps him to see past his bitterness and begins to open his eyes to all that is wonderful and beautiful and good in the world.
Geoffrey at last accepts that he has fallen in love with Miranda, but misunderstandings and lies come between them. Their society and individual philosophies push them apart, but Geoffrey’s principles are not enough to make him forget her. He encounters Miranda again and soon discovers that she is not the same woman he left behind. Will the couple realize that they each must relinquish some of their prejudices and preconceived notions before it is too late? Can love really conquer all, or will the gulf that divides them keep them apart forever?
A Review of The Truth Seekers
This book was such a lovely change of pace from recent books that I've read. Not to say that the books I've read recently are bad, but the type and style of The Truth Seekers and the subjects and intrigue it lays out for the reader to enjoy are astounding.
The Truth Seekers takes the reader back to the literary styles the likes of Dickens and Brontë and brings new life to the past. The characters are interesting, and the writing is in such a way that you're drawn in to the novel. Simply reading the characters carry on a conversation with one another makes you feel as if you are standing right beside them looking on.
There is so much that takes place within the novel, and so many thought-provoking moments, that a mere review cannot do it the justice that deserves. You can find everywhere to purchase The Truth Seekers below, and it would make an EXCELLENT gift for the book reader in your life this holiday season.
Get Your Copy of The Truth Seekers
Amazon (Paperback)
Amazon (ebook)
**Due to storms and difficulties with internet, I will be adding images and additional links to this post later this evening!
At the turn of the century, the Victorian upper classes live in a vibrant but strictly ordered world that encourages gentle, intellectual pursuits. It is a life of ease and elegance that can be snatched away in an instant if the rules of polite society are not followed. Gothic novelist Geoffrey Hawes has never been willing to let such restrictions hold him back from following his principles, and he refuses to honor conventions he does not value. When he spends a social season in a community created to celebrate the Arts, music, and philosophy, he is unexpectedly befriended by the daughter of the Governor, Miranda Claridge.
Bitter and disenchanted with the privileged and wealthy, Geoffrey finds his beliefs repeatedly challenged by the intelligent and vivacious Miranda. In the midst of their heated debates on the mores of the upper class, this unlikely friendship blossoms into a passionate love. He encourages her to pursue her interest in painting and helps her to envision a life outside her gilded cage, spent with a man who considers her his equal. Meanwhile, Miranda helps him to see past his bitterness and begins to open his eyes to all that is wonderful and beautiful and good in the world.
Geoffrey at last accepts that he has fallen in love with Miranda, but misunderstandings and lies come between them. Their society and individual philosophies push them apart, but Geoffrey’s principles are not enough to make him forget her. He encounters Miranda again and soon discovers that she is not the same woman he left behind. Will the couple realize that they each must relinquish some of their prejudices and preconceived notions before it is too late? Can love really conquer all, or will the gulf that divides them keep them apart forever?
A Review of The Truth Seekers
This book was such a lovely change of pace from recent books that I've read. Not to say that the books I've read recently are bad, but the type and style of The Truth Seekers and the subjects and intrigue it lays out for the reader to enjoy are astounding.
The Truth Seekers takes the reader back to the literary styles the likes of Dickens and Brontë and brings new life to the past. The characters are interesting, and the writing is in such a way that you're drawn in to the novel. Simply reading the characters carry on a conversation with one another makes you feel as if you are standing right beside them looking on.
There is so much that takes place within the novel, and so many thought-provoking moments, that a mere review cannot do it the justice that deserves. You can find everywhere to purchase The Truth Seekers below, and it would make an EXCELLENT gift for the book reader in your life this holiday season.
Get Your Copy of The Truth Seekers
Amazon (Paperback)
Amazon (ebook)
**Due to storms and difficulties with internet, I will be adding images and additional links to this post later this evening!
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