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Review: Love in the Castle Library - In the Castle Library #2

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What a special gift to be able to read Love in the Castle Library by Ann Swindell following the first book in the series, Christmas in the Castle Library. Having the mystery fresh on my mind made me even more eager to learn what was next for the Lost Queen, with this book answering more questions (and inspiring new ones!). Now I'm excited for the next installment to find out more in this series 😊

Book Synopsis

Predictability and efficiency have marked Delphine DuVert’s orderly life as Castle Stewardess in the small European country of Lethersby—until she is tasked by the monarchy to hire a British researcher. Lethersby needs help solving the 100-year-old mystery of their Lost Queen, a young royal who disappeared into the night during World War I.

Delphine’s split-second decision to hire Jack Worthington, a doctoral student at the University of Oxford, has long-lasting consequences when he steps in to protect her from an angry colleague determined to ruin her life. The only catch? That protection looks like Jack posing as her beau. Delphine hesitantly accepts Jack’s offer—and finds her heart being stripped of every predictable and efficient emotion she’s ever had.

Jack Worthington believes that his instinct to protect Delphine was the right one, even if it means posing as her boyfriend. But he’s determined to stay focused on his research for Lethersby—and to keep his emotional distance after reeling from a broken heart. Yet as the clues to discovering the Lost Queen’s story unravel and the court case determining Delphine’s fate looms, both Delphine and Jack must step out in faith, choosing to trust that what God has ahead for them is more valuable than the lives they thought they wanted.

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Book Thoughts

After reading this book, all I can say is, c'était un pur plaisir! I adore that Delphine is understood in her heart language and that Jack is the right man to care for her past hurts through God’s help and love. Getting little glimpses into Delphine’s vulnerabilities when she slips into French makes this book even more special to read, especially with the Bible providing a healing salve for her wounds. Seeing Jack and Delphine encourage one another through the Word is such a joy as we get to grow spiritually alongside them. It is no wonder that the In the Castle series is highly lauded, exemplifying a Christian faith that is embedded into all aspects of storytelling.

The mystery behind the disappearing queen is an enthralling adventure holding readers' attention with continual twists and turns that relies on God's revelation. Jack is an enigmatic hero who humbly stewards the gifts he has been given, and Delphine is a warm and empathetic leader who never has to resort to an ice queen persona. Together, this book radiates Christ's love in every small and large gesture. Readers looking for Christian fiction that invites you to become more rooted in the Bible will adore Love in the Castle Library as it points to God's sovereignty and the blessings He lavishes on His children.

Book Summary

  • Format of book: 📱
  • Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
  • Recommendation: 👍
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