A Light on the Veranda

I was trying to save Ciji Ware's new book, " A Light on the Veranda," as a fun read for my next vacation. However, I picked it up just to get a peek at what Daphne would be up to, since "Midnight on Julia Street" was one of my favorites last year. I subsequently found myself engrossed, reading "A Light on the Veranda" from cover to cover in one week. I was fascinated by the way the author wove the past and present in two story lines whose similarities were so intriguing that I couldn't wait to see how it all would get resolved. It was particularly interesting because I haven't spent much time in the South. Now I feel I know much more about plantations, local culture, etc. So much of this has to be real! I highly recommend it.

An ardant fan, having read Cottage By the Sea,Island of the Swans, and especially Midnight on Julia Street (set in New Orleans & our introduction to Daphne Duvallon), I am thrilled with Light on the Vernada! Ware's weaving of a comtemporary story along with history of a hundred year's past, and the accuracy and detail she brings into the story are fascinating. A chat line said her next book will be set in San Francisco. Please write faster, Ciji Ware!

Just got done reading A Light on the Veranda and found it a wonderful story full of details of life in the antebellum south, the life of both classical and jazz musicians in New York and New Orleans all tied up with a ribbon of a "modern" romance set in the historic City of Natchez, Mississippi. Once I started reading, I couldn't put it down.If you haven't read any of Ciji Ware's books, you are missing out on a "good" read. I can't wait for her next book to be published!!!

If you enjoy historical romance fiction, A LIGHT ON THE VERANDA is a must read! Even if you've never been to Natchez, you'll feel like you are there as you read about the main character, Daphne Duvallon as she abruptly changes her life style and occupation. The story has many twists and turns, even a ghost or two.....Just as you think you know what is going to happen,another obstacle stands in the way of future happiness for Daphne. You will love the rich history of Natchez, the story and the characters in this book.

As someone well acquainted with Natchez, setting for A LIGHT ON THE VERANDA, I found this book to be an honest reflection of a unique town lost in time. It's both engrossing and entertaining and shows a vivid familiarity with the Mississippi landscape, both past and present, as it gracefully weaves dual story lines. In no way a frothy romance, VERANDA is a richly rewarding read brimming with local color, humor, sexual tension, environmental issues and even a fun glimpse into the world of jazz bands.