It Happened at the Fair
A Novel
$41.57
- Paperback
432 pages
- Release Date
1 June 2013
Summary
Gambling everything, including the family farm, Cayden McNamara travels to the 1893 Chicago World’s Fair with his most recent invention. But the noise in the Fair’s Machinery Palace makes it impossible to communicate with potential buyers. In an act of desperation, he hires Della Wentworth, a teacher of the deaf, to tutor him in the art of lip-reading.
The young teacher is reluctant to participate, and Cayden has trouble keeping his mind on his lessons while intently watching her lips…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781451692372 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1451692374 |
| Author: | Deeanne Gist |
| Publisher: | Simon & Schuster |
| Imprint: | Howard Books |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 432 |
| Release Date: | 1 June 2013 |
| Weight: | 444g |
| Dimensions: | 30mm x 140mm x 213mm |
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Critics Review
“With her knowledge of history, attention to detail, and lively humor, talented Gist has written a story about a man at the end of his rope and a very stubborn woman sure to delight readers.”
“Gist’s work is comical, sassy, and sweet.” * Publishers Weekly *
“Gist’s historical romances have increasingly gained popularity, combining witty dialog, well-balanced plots, and fully developed characters who seem almost real.” * Library Journal *
“Gist takes intriguing historical facts and creates a world of fascinating characters, lighthearted moments, and timeless crises that we can still relate to today. A keeper!” * Romantic Times (Top Pick) *
“With her knowledge of history, attention to detail, and lively humor, talented Gist has written a story about a man at the end of his rope and a very stubborn woman sure to delight readers.” * Booklist (Starred Review) *
Deeanne Gist
Deeanne Gist has rocketed up bestseller lists and captured readers everywhere with her very fun, very original historical novels. She has won the National Readers’ Choice Award, Booksellers’ Best Award, USA Best Books Award, and stellar reviews. With a background in education and journalism, Deeanne has written for People, Parents, and Parenting magazines.
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