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Nobel Reeves had his hands full when he found a little toddler wandering in the tall grass of the Great Plains. Who was this child? Where were her parents? How would he evade the law long enough to see that she was safe? Would he ever have a home of his own or was he to remain a fugitive? Kidnapped on her way home from school, fifteen-year-old Myrtle Jennings finds herself in the clutches of unsavory men. Their intent is to give her over to their boss who gathers young girls for his traveling brothel. She must escape, but how? If she does get away, how will her family and friends accept her after they find out what has happened to her?
Drove me crazy! This is the first book that I have read by this author. I enjoyed the story itself, but it also drove me crazy to read it. It hopped from character to character which sometimes made it hard to follow. But what I really had a hard time with was the time hopping. Several times I had to turn back a page to see if I missed something.The other issue I had was not enough character development. I realize that a lot of the characters were introduced in previous books, but as a reader that hasn’t read any of them, I kept wondering who these people were. I love reading books in a series but am a firm believer that each book should stand on its own.I notice from other reviewers that this seems to be this author’s style of writing. I will probably try another book from this author, but if it is her style of writing, I’m not sure if I will read any after that.
Captivating Characters! The first book I read by Elaine Littau was The Eyes of a Stranger. I was quickly taken in with the characters and Elaine’s style of writing, so I was eager to read Some Happy Day.There are many characters in Some Happy Day and I found myself identifying with many of them along their personal journeys. Though I did not go through the same experience as each character, the feelings they express are feelings all of us can relate to in some way. There is Nobel who finds a baby in a field and instantly feels the need to protect her even at the risk of his own future. Then we have Myrtle Jennings, a young woman, whose life is changed when strangers abduct her. Myrtle feels she is now damaged goods, unworthy of someone else’s love. Constance Brooks, an orphan herself, spent years taking care of other people’s children. Her world is turned on its axis when she finds out the truth about her own parents. Will she ever find happiness? In addition, I really enjoyed the character of Nate Young (Grandpa). His wisdom was refreshing.Each chapter of Some Happy Day left me wanting more, which is nice since this is the first book in Elaine Littau’s “Rescued” series. I believe readers will find themselves captivated by both the characters and their stories!
Beginning of another wonderful series This first installment of Elaine’s “Rescued” series is a fast read because you won’t be able to put it down once you start. This is a great start to her second series. I enjoyed every chapter and couldn’t wait to see what was going to happen next. I highly recommend this book – as well as all of Elaine Littau’s previous books. I am excited for the next book in the series to be released!