Review: This Book Delivers in a Gentle Way - I loved it!
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 03 12, 2013
Author Christine McGreggor has penned a very nice debut novella with, The Apple of My Eye. I always enjoy finding promising new authors to read, and Christine McGreggor is now on my list of promising authors.The story opens with the main character -- Michelle Perry -- has just inherited her grandmother's house and when offered the opportunity to sell it, chooses instead to move into the house which held such good memories for her as a child. But memories are fragile things, and almost immediately, Michelle is confronted by the harsh reality that her volatile neighbor intends to cut down the beloved apple tree that reminds her of her grandmother.Relationships and memories are what bring this story to life, and Christine McGreggor has a knack for showing why the apple tree, which represents Michelle's love for her grandmother, matters so much to her. This story is not flashy or morbid in any way, but carries you along with the real-life situations you can imagine yourself into. In short, I found myself caring about Michelle almost immediately, and wanted to know what would happen next. The book has a few unexpected twists and turns, and they served to deepen my interest. Finally, the writing and care in editing in this book is apparent - you can tell that the author is on her way to being a true professional with a long career.This book is definitely one you want to check out of you like gentle romantic dramas where there is a good story and you close the book at the end feeling good. I highly recommend this book.