By Light of Day

by Jean Jegel

Is it ever wise to marry a stranger?Mail-order bride, Marrick Underhill, has led an unconventional life. Deemed an old maid by the standards of the day, she arrives in the remote San Fernando Valley of the 1890s to set the Blackstone residence in order. Widower Linc Blackstone wishes only to keep gossips and hopeful romantic interests at bay while providing stability for his three children. Romance was never a factor in their practical business agreement.The new Mrs. Blackstone’s mothering may be eccentric, her goals unlikely for a woman of her era, but times are changing and the inept Mr. Blackstone’s world is about to be turned on end. While Marrick utilizes her assets to have her way, Linc fervently clings to the memory of his late wife. Their rash partnership quickly provides more challenges than solutions.“This novel will be a treat for anyone who is ready to immerse themselves in a vintage era.”“Loved this book and didn't want to stop reading.”“What a remarkable and witty story.”“Believable characters and fun story, with just enough mystery to keep you interested.”Delight in the touching and fun historical romance By Light of Day by clicking "Look inside" above.

Genres: Ebooks, Historical

357 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 30, 2018

Reviews

[Helen Lewis · Rating 5 out of 5]

Family

This was really Marrick's story. Her life before Lincoln was adventurous and exciting. When Merrick met Lincoln she was running away from a life that had let her down. She set out to be the perfect wife because her nature wouldn't let her be anything else. Lincoln was intimidated in a strange way, by her. He isolated his emotions and was in denial of his feelings for Merrick. The children recognized Merrick as a mother before Merrick or Lincoln.
This story was truly written to display the uncertainties of a marriage of strangers. The path was not smooth for them but, Merricks determination to succeed built the foundation of a marriage based on mutual respect and love.

[Delphine Lopez · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very sweet, comfortable read😁

Such a sweet, well written story. Imagine life in California 150 plus years ago, Southern California was home to farms, people were establishing towns. Birthing was dangerous. An obviously handsome father [he has to be handsome] lost his beloved wife in childbirth
Three years later he puts an ad in the east coast papers [no internet or even phones] As in those times, She arrives, and are immediately married. AND.... Life gets in their way!! Enjoyable, sweet read!

[Diane Horne · Rating 4 out of 5]

By Light of Day By Jean Jegel

Four stars, long storyline. Book of spirit, understanding, and hope. Marrickville was a woman before her time, spirited intelligent and independent. She was the second wife. Lincoln was a traditionalist, still clinging to his first wife. She had to be herself and prove herself to others. A lot to overcome it almost came too much to bare. Good ending.

[Cindy Campbell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Not your typical mail order bride story

Well written. The lead character in this book was not a weak, simpering woman barely older than a teenager, but was more like a woman of today's time. Surprisingly refreshing!

[Hailey Honea · Rating 4 out of 5]

What a remarkable and witty story. I loved the main characters and the supporting characters. It has a very good plot, much humor and happily ever after. I loved how the heroine handled the challenges of being a wife and a stepmother to the hero and his three children.

This book is a clean, wholesome romance with a few kisses between the main characters and the love scenes are behind closed doors.

I recommend this book and look forward in reading more of this author’s literary work.