A beautifully wrought modern fairy tale from master storyteller and award-winning author Nancy Werlin. Inspired by the classic folk ballad "Scarborough Fair," this is a wonderfully riveting and haunting novel of suspense, romance, and fantasy.
Quote of the Book: "I'll think of something. You're pregnant, for crying out loud. They won't arrest you. Come on, Lucy. We aren't going to let a little thing like what people will think stop us. Besides, Southerners are hospitable. They'll probably offer me lemonade." Zach Greenfield.
My thoughts and opinion: First of all, take a look at that amazing cover! It's so beautiful and the dress is fabulous. Also, the flying hair is pretty neat, too.
Despite the bad reviews on this book, I thought it was actually really good. And it isn't because the author and I share the same name. I mean, don't get me wrong, that's totally awesome. However, I actually loved the characters and the plot. The whole curse thing was very appealing and there was a LOT of suspense so I loved that.
Lucinda (or more commonly known as, Lucy) Scarborough was an excellent character to read about. I was amazed by her determination and her strength. Lucy gets pregnant and she makes the decision to have the baby which was admirable, in my opinion. She kept going at the puzzle, even though it was almost impossible. Lucy did not give up, and maybe she wanted to at the end, but she had Zach to encourage her on. Lucy was also strong because although her mother, Miranda, was a lunatic, that did not bring Lucy down. Lucy might have been afraid and resentful at her mother, but Lucy came to respect her mother. I also thought Lucy was mature and she handled her situation well.
Zachary or Zach Greenfield was just as wonderful as Lucy. At first, I thought he was going to be a jerk or a total wimp and back out from helping Lucy with the curse and pregnancy. However, I was really wrong because Zach was so supportive of Lucy and then that one part, I was shocked and surprised by what he asked Lucy. But of course I definitely approved of them being together. I loved how caring Zach was and also how he would sacrifice and change his life for Lucy and the baby.
Soledad and Leo Markowitz deserve a Best Parents award. When they find out that Lucy is pregnant, they were really understanding and super supportive. Also with the curse, Soledad and Leo worked hard to try to solve the pieces of the puzzle. I liked Miranda Scarborough a lot especially when she isn't crazy. Miranda seemed nice and cool, and I would love to read more of her. And last of the characters, Padraig Seeley. I was suspicious at first and I knew all along. Poor guy, but he deserves what he got which was nothing.
Overall, I disagree with the people who thought this book was terrible because I thought it was terrific! However, I do think it's possible this book won't amazed everyone. I personally loved it, but I can think of some people who will not touch the book. I still recommend it; I mean, just give it a try. And however impossible it may seem, there's a happy ending!
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