Review: Surprisingly Great!
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 07 4, 2012
I'll admit I was nervous to read and review this book. Only because my typical genre is paranormal romance or sci-fi. I was pleasantly surprised to find it completely enthralling. I couldn't put it down once I started.One reason for this is the writing style. The Peculiar Princess was supremely well-written and easy to follow. Parker delivers a very vivid mental picture of the 16th century and her characters in such a way that the reader feels as though she is living the story right along with them.There are some Christian aspects to the book which, even as a Christian myself, took some getting used to. This may be because I have never read Christian fiction. Nonetheless, those small factors do not in any way take away from the storyline. Toward the end it actually tied into the plot so once the reader understands that, it brings a sort of peace to the story.There was just enough mix between past/present and present day to give the reader a glimpse into what is going on in the world Lexy left behind. It also gives a hope that there may be a sequel to find out more about Cara and what she finds on the new adventure she's been led to.I'd have to say whether or not this genre is in your comfort zone or you're an avid historical romance/Christian fiction reader, this book delivers and doesn't  disappoint.~Carrie Jernigan Ham~By The Cover Book Club Member[...]