The Storyteller

He’s holding to his convictions.
She’s clinging to her secrets.
Can love bridge the divide between their hearts?

Merry Wesley is living the life of her dreams. Nothing could make her happier than being a successfully published author—except perhaps stepping out from behind the shadow of her pen name and taking ownership of her books. Deciding instead to follow the wishes of her publisher, she has resigned herself to keeping the literary part of her life a secret from all but those who are closest to her.

Newly installed as the vicar of Roderick Glen, Micah Chapman is anxious to make his mark on the community. Determined to be a beacon of faith for others, he sets high standards for himself and those around him. This includes discouraging others from reading fictional novels, as he believes such books only encourage readers to pursue a life of immorality.

Micah is intrigued by Merry from their first meeting, but it quickly becomes apparent that their beliefs regarding fictional novels are anything but compatible. And when rumors abound that the mysterious author Wesley Aberdeen resides in Roderick Glen, Micah is determined to find the man, little dreaming that his search will lead him straight to Merry’s door.

Merry is torn between her growing feelings for the vicar and the desire to reveal the truth about herself. Can true love break through the barrier which separates her heart from his? Or has the time for compromise passed?

Return to Roderick Glen for another heartfelt, sweet romance and a visit with your favorite characters.

My Review: 

This is the sixth book in the series of The Ladies of Roderick Glen. Upon returning to Roderick Glen there have been several changes as the main characters, CeCe, Merry, and Victoria grow into adulthood. I enjoyed seeing CeCe and Merry realize their dreams. Victoria is still trying to find her way, navigating her family’s wishes along with her own. 

While I did enjoy reading and seeing Merry and Vicar Micah’s relationship grow, I actually enjoyed the spinster, Winnifred Peabody and the curmudgeonly Archibald Mac Gregor, both teachers at the Clark Institute. I loved how some very conniving young ladies helped them along in their relationship. 

Things to enjoy:

enemies to HEA

love triangle

facing adversity

couples of various ages

faith element

New characters are introduced and developments have occurred throughout the story, and I am very interested in seeing what happens. This is a continuation of previous stories the series , so I’d advise you read the other books before reading this particular story to be able to enjoy fully what is happening with the characters.   

I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.