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The Legacy






"Secrets of the Shetlands: The Legacy"
By Michael Phillips


I enjoyed this last novel in the Shetlands series. Phillips has done a masterful work in tying the end to the story of Loni and David. I love everything Scotland, so the imagery was a treat. I appreciate the attention to details on landmarks and in bringing the Scottish culture to life.

The Legacy focuses on the past and the present (1924 & 2006). Told from a third person point of view, the reader gets insights into the characters' thoughts making it easier to connect with them on a deeper level.

The story switches back and forth from 2006 to 1924, telling the story of Loni's great-grandmother, Emily. We get a front row seat into the beautiful past while watching present events unfold.

Something that has hooked me into this series is Phillips style of writing: very meditative, deep conversations within the characters- I appreciate this very much as a person who is very contemplative herself.

The novel does move a bit slow, so this might disinterest some readers, I personally don't mind but it's not everyone's cup of tea.

This is not a romance novel. It has a bit of romance but it's not the main focus of the novel, so any negative reviews complaining about the lack of romance is quite unnecessary. The series is about self-discovery through, faith, family, and culture not about romance.

I have enjoyed learning about the Quakers and how their beliefs compare and contrast to my own. It has influenced me to study other Christian denominations and church history.

I couldn't have asked for a better ending to the series.

I received a copy of this book from Bethany House in exchange for an honest review. All opinions expressed here are entirely my own.



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