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So Enchanting

So Enchanting, February 2009
by Connie Brockway

Onyx
Featuring: Amelie Chase
432 pages
ISBN: 0451416295
EAN: 9780451416292
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"Enchanting historical romance that is a must read!"

Fresh Fiction Review

So Enchanting
Connie Brockway

Reviewed by Kate Garrabrant
Posted April 15, 2009

Romance Paranormal | Romance Historical

It is the turn of the 19th century and England has a new craze on their hands with those who can contact loved ones that have department the Earth. Lord Greyson Sheffield works as a special prosecutor for the Lord Chief Justice where he exposes these frauds. The need to ruin these charlatans consumes him ever since his father was as victim of one when he was just a boy. He is able to expose yet another spiritualist who uses his wife as his accomplice. There is something about Francesca Walcott that brings out Greyson's protective nature. When he finds out that her lying husband has been killed, he goes to her, but she has left London and disappeared to places unknown.

It has been six years since Francesca, now known simply as Fanny was given a new lease on life. She has left her old life of tricking people behind and resides in the small town of Little Firkin, Scotland. There she is the companion to Amelie Chase, a young girl who is believed to be a witch. Amelie's father, who was once Fanny's neighbor, came to Fanny after she was exposed and asked her to watch over his daughter who he believed had supernatural powers. He felt Fanny could help Amelie control her powers because Fanny has a great control of her own. Even though she is known as being a hoax, Fanny has a way to with animals. The Colonel gave her a way out all those years ago and other then the villagers acting a bit wary when it comes to Amelie, everything is better than Fanny could ever imagine. That is until Greyson and his nephew Hayden come to Little Firkin.It is the turn of the 19th century and England has a new craze on their hands with those who can contact loved ones that have department the Earth. Lord Greyson Sheffield works as a special prosecutor for the Lord Chief Justice where he exposes these frauds. The need to ruin these charlatans consumes him ever since his father was as victim of one when he was just a boy. He is able to expose yet another spiritualist who uses his wife as his accomplice. There is something about Francesca Walcott that brings out Greyson's protective nature. When he finds out that her lying husband has been killed, he goes to her, but she has left London and disappeared to places unknown.It is the turn of the 19th century and England has a new craze on their hands with those who can contact loved ones that have department the Earth. Lord Greyson Sheffield works as a special prosecutor for the Lord Chief Justice where he exposes these frauds. The need to ruin these charlatans consumes him ever since his father was as victim of one when he was just a boy. He is able to expose yet another spiritualist who uses his wife as his accomplice. There is something about Francesca Walcott that brings out Greyson's protective nature. When he finds out that her lying husband has been killed, he goes to her, but she has left London and disappeared to places unknown.

It has been six years since Francesca, now known simply as Fanny was given a new lease on life. She has left her old life of tricking people behind and resides in the small town of Little Firkin, Scotland. There she is the companion to Amelie Chase, a young girl who is believed to be a witch. Amelie's father, who was once Fanny's neighbor, came to Fanny after she was exposed and asked her to watch over his daughter who he believed had supernatural powers. He felt Fanny could help Amelie control her powers because Fanny has a great control of her own. Even though she is known as being a hoax, Fanny has a way to with animals. The Colonel gave her a way out all those years ago and other then the villagers acting a bit wary when it comes to Amelie, everything is better than Fanny could ever imagine. That is until Greyson and his nephew Hayden come to Little Firkin.

Greyson and Hayden are sent to see Amelie because Hayden's father is Amelie's guardian since her father died. An anonymous letter was sent stating that Amelie's life is in danger. Both Greyson and Hayden go to investigate. The men are dumbfounded when they meet Amelie and Fanny. Hayden is dumbstruck by the beauty and personality of Amelie, while Greyson cannot believe that this Fanny is the same one who affected him so many years ago. Fanny would love nothing more for Greyson to leave and even though Greyson can't wait to find the culprit, he can't help but enjoy the teasing and banter he has with Fanny.

Greyson and Fanny have to keep a strong eye on Hayden and Amelie who are so young and passionate, as well as finding the person responsible who may want to harm Amelie. All of a sudden, strange accidents start to happen and soon Fanny and Greyson are the ones who have to start looking over their shoulders. Is there something supernatural force at play or someone who is out to cause harm to a young girl and the woman who treats her as her own daughter?

SO ENCHANTING is a trademark Connie Brockway historical. Just like the title states, SO ENCHANTING is enchanting! The dialogue is witty and so engaging, especially between Greyson and Fanny. One minute they are ready to come to blows, the next they are in a passionate embrace and kissing each other like there is no tomorrow. Amelie and Hayden's romance is the complete opposite of what Greyson and Fanny have. These two young lovers are sweet and tender with one another and their internal thoughts will crack you up. Hayden thinks Amelie is the perfect woman while Amelie, who is very much still immature, wants to experience the world and life in general.

There is quite a twist with Amelie and the outcome of her special abilities. The relationship she has with Fanny is very special and caring. The town of Little Firkin and the residents there are very quirky and unique. They are a superstitious bunch and the town witch feels threatened by Amelie because as we all know, a small town can only have a witch, not two.

Every single one of Connie Brockway's historicals are so incredible well written and the same goes for SO ENCHANTING. Don't let this one pass you by.

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SUMMARY

The Scottish hamlet of Little Firkin has one important industry: the guardianship of Amelie Chase, a witchling banished by the ton for her alleged supernatural powers, and entrusted by her benefactor to Fanny Walcott.

But the scheme is hitting a snag: Little Firkin is cramping Amelie’s style, anonymous notes are threatening her life, and now, two handsome travelers arrive with tantalizing links to the pasts of both women. And what’s happening in Little Firkin is so enchanting, it’s going to take a leap of faith to believe it.


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