By Kelly Bridgewater
When newcomer Mercy
Windsor arrives in Mercy Peak in 1948 after a scandal shatters her gilded world
as Hollywood's beloved leading lady, she is determined to forge a new life in
obscurity in this time-forgotten Colorado haven. She purchases Wildwood--an abandoned
estate with a haunting history--and begins to restore it to its former glory.
But as she does, her every move tugs at the
threads of that mountain's lore, unearthing what became of her long-lost pen
pal, Rusty Bright, and the whereabouts of the infamous Galloping Goose Engine
No. 8, which vanished years ago, along with the mailbag it carried, whose
contents could change the course of countless lives. Not to mention another
fabled treasure that--if found--could right so many wrongs.
Among the towering mountains that stand as silent
witnesses, the ghosts of the past entangle with the courage of the present to
find a place where healing, friendship, and hope can abide amid a world forever
changed.
My
Thoughts:
Born
of Gilded Mountains by Amanda Dykes is a lyrical story
of best friends, a missing train, and opening your heart. As I read this tale,
I was captivated by Dykes descriptions of the Gilman mansion and the small town
of Mercy Park. I felt like I was transported to this small mountain town, and I
honestly, did not want to leave. The characters were a delightful bunch of
actors that I have ever read. They hurt and loved together. The story held
hidden clues which brought healing to this small town. I loved it. I did not
see that aspect of the plot coming. It takes a lot for a story not to have
plenty of suspense and action that will capture my attention, but Dykes has
done it again. I loved this story. Plus, the cover is fabulous. I really can't
wait to own the physical copy of this book. If readers have not read Dykes
stories, this is a good one to start with, then I would recommend all of her
other stories too.
I received a complimentary copy of Born of Gilded Mountains by Amanda Dykes
from Bethany House Publishing, but the opinions stated are all my own.
My
Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Purchase Born of Gilded Mountains
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