Izzie has no clue how to perform the most basic of tasks, but she is a whiz at organization and hiring others to accomplish her plans. I enjoyed the witty repartee between Izzie and Ian. Ian is now a successful businessman who is determined to marry a society lady. Ian MacKenzie is grateful to Amos and Birdie Alderson for taking him in as a child and making sure he got an education. The two men come up with a plan to keep Izzie safe. Godkin, the Delafield butler, of the man’s character and what happened to the Duke’s other three wives. Hatfield learns of the Duke’s intentions, he informs Mr. The Duke of Montrose fits the bill, but he is twice Isadora’s age.

She has a controlling mother who wants her daughter to marry a man with a title. I found the book to be well-written with steady pacing. What happens when someone threatens those they love and a promising future?įlights of Fancy is a delightfully entertaining historical novel. Izzie and Ian will need to work together to overcome unexpected challenges. Izzie finds herself adapting to her new situation, but she is concerned by malicious activities happening at Glory Manor and other surrounding farms. Ian has his doubts about Izzie’s qualifications especially after he must show her how to use the washing machine, but he is in a pinch plus he finds Izzie intriguing. He was unprepared for the four Duffy children that a social worker has put into Birdie’s care. Ian needs someone to take care of them while he is managing his business interests in the city. Birdie was injured in a plow incident and Amos has been forgetful lately.

Ian MacKenzie was raised by Amos and Birdie Alderson on their farm, Glory Manor. With a name like Glory Manor, Izzie imagines a large residence where she can direct and organize servants which happens to be her expertise. Isadora or Izzie finds herself in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania applying for the position as housekeeper at Glory Manor. Isadora is repulsed by the Duke and his reputation sends her running with the aid of those who care for her. The older Duke of Montrose has set his sights on Isadora and her mother, Hester is thrilled with the match. Isadora Delafield has a mother determined to marry her off to a gentleman with a title. Flights of Fancy by Jen Turano takes us back to July of 1885.

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