It's 1940's in Boston at the beginning of World War II.
Most eligible men are serving their country so when
Lillian
Avery applies for a position as a pharmacist, she is
accepted though not whole heartedly. Mr. Dixon, owner of
Dixon Drugs makes no bones telling her he would prefer a
man. When he sees she is an amputee from a childhood
accident and has a prosthetic left leg he is incensed and
threatens to try and find someone else. In the meantime,
Lillian works hard to gain his trust and prove herself
worthy of the job. Lillian notices an extremely large
supply of phenobarbital, a sedative. Did he make an error
in ordering so much of this drug?
When she asks him about the order, he ignores her and
tells
her not to ask any more questions about it. Lillian
watches closely how the drug is being prescribed. She soon
knows something is shady and decides to investigate. It
becomes obvious that a drug ring is operating from Dixon
Drugs. Who is the leader and how can she stop it?
Archer Vandenberg is her brother Jim's best friend. They
serve in the Navy together, on the same ship anchored in
Boston. When she is introduced to him, she thinks he is a
snob and ignores him but Arch finds her very attractive.
When he stares at her injured leg, Lillian erupts in
anger.
Not a very smooth beginning but things improve in time.
Arch has PTSD from an incident which occurred during his
previous duty aboard ship when he was injured. Now he has
shaking hands and hides them from everyone. If his tremors
are observed, he could be discharged from the Navy.
Stationed aboard the USS ETTINGER, he becomes aware that
many of his crew are showing suspicious signs, almost as
though they are drunk. They are not following his orders
and seem tired. Watching them closely he sees pills being
passed between sailors. He alerts Lillian and they decide
to work together to find out who is giving sedatives to
his
crew? Is there a connection with Dixon Drugs?
This is the second book in the series WAVES OF FREEDOM,
written by Sarah Sundin. ANCHOR IN THE STORM is a sweet
romance/mystery that will make your heart smile. The faith
theme is interwoven throughout the book, which, to me,
added
to my enjoyment, especially the symbol of the anchor. I
loved our gutsy heroine, Lillian, and hunky, rich boy Arch
is a yummy double delight, rich and handsome. Their
relationship is rocky, unsteady but a delight to watch
grow. When Arch teaches Lillian to skate, I re-read that
chapter twice. It was adorable and filled with devotion.
Arch is looking for someone who will love him for who he
is
inside. He is tired of the gold diggers who chase him for
his vast fortune. He dreams of a commission and a
permanent
career in the Navy.
What a delicious story ANCHOR IN THE STORM is
with an ending that is sure to please. Great job, Ms.
Sundin. I will be awaiting your next.
.
One Plucky Female Pharmacist + One High-Society Naval
Officer = Romance--and Danger
For plucky Lillian Avery, America's entry into World War II
means a chance to prove herself as a pharmacist in Boston.
The challenges of her new job energize her. But society boy
Ensign Archer Vandenberg's attentions only annoy--even if he
is her brother's best friend.
During the darkest days of the war, Arch's destroyer hunts
German U-boats in vain as the submarines sink dozens of
merchant ships along the East Coast. Still shaken by battles
at sea, Arch notices his men also struggle with their
nerves--and with drowsiness. Could there be a link to the
large prescriptions for sedatives Lillian has filled? The
two work together to answer that question, but can Arch ever
earn Lillian's trust and affection?
Sarah Sundin brings World War II to life, offering readers
an intense experience they won't soon forget.
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