After her beloved grandfather’s death, Emmaline Moore is shocked to discover that her “deceased” father is actually living in Canada. Having no other family, Emma decides she must find him, and so embarks on a journey across the ocean, accompanied by her best friend, Jonathan. Unfortunately, Randall Moore and his well-to-do family aren’t thrilled by her arrival, fearing her sudden appearance will hinder his chance at becoming mayor of Toronto in 1919. Despite everything, Emma remains determined to earn their affection.
Jonathan Rowe has secretly loved Emma for years and hopes that during their trip he can win her heart. Concerned that Randall might reject her, Jonathan is ready to console Emma and bring her home. When she informs him that she has no intention of returning to England, Jonathan begins to despair. Can he convince Emma to find value within herself rather than seeking it from a virtual stranger? And will she ever come to see that Jonathan is her true home?
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Summary
From: Rebecca Maney
Book Title: The Highest of Hopes
Book Author: Susan Anne Mason
What do you like about this book:
3.5 stars
Imagine thinking that your father was dead only to discover that he was very much alive.
Emmaline Moore is crossing an ocean in anticipation of meeting her only living parent. Following the death of her beloved grandfather, she discovers the truth in a pack of letters ; and leaving everything behind except her best friend and traveling companion Jonathan Rowe, Emma vacates England and proceeds toward Toronto, Canada in search of something she has only dreamed about; belonging.
Jonathan Rowe believes that Emma's optimism about showing up unannounced on Randall Moore's doorstep is going to be short-lived, but the cool reception she receives simply fuels her determination to win her father's favor. As much as he adores Emma, Jonathan hopes that this venture will give him an opportunity to convince her to return to England with him on a more permanent basis, for it would be devastating if she had to choose between them.
A rather fascinating story, particularly because it has a thread of truth; the author's own family tree includes a great grandmother who shared a similar background with the book's heroine. Disappointments abound for these characters and Emma's tendency to put her own desires above those of others makes her a little difficult to admire at times, but on the other hand it also makes her very authentic, wouldn't you think?
I received a copy of this book from the author and publisher. The opinions stated above are entirely my own.
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