52010

An overly long book that seemed to drag, even with the action scenes of suspense and intrigue.

Like the first in the series, I did not like the emphasis of the dynasty of the women passing on "goodness, bravery, nobility" as if the blood could do that. The Christian dialogue and attempted theme seemed muted by this bloodline goodness. ( )

Logan and Allison have a daughter, Joanna Hillary MacVey, and they live in London while Logan tries to "find himself" through a series of jobs. He can not go to war as a soldier, but he finds his niche when he becomes an underground spy in occupied France during World War II. He ends up in a jam which causes him to appear to be with the Nazis, so he is in a sense a double agent, but despite the strain he achieves great things becoming a highly decorated soldier in his own way. Allison is unaware of his occupation, and their strained marriage causes both to reflect on how they need to change. A scary conclusion, with the bad news about their daughter. A great achievement. ( )

The Stonewycke Legacy, Book 2