It Happened at the Fair by Deeanne Gist ~ Review and Blog Tour

Lucie's Review:

Cullen is a young inventor, the son of a cotton farmer, and he is more than ready to prove himself at the Chicago World's Fair of 1893. At the fair he meets Della Wentworth, who sends him on a wild goose chase around the fair.
But when the fair brings Della and Cullen together for a second time will their friendship hold true?

What a wonderfully well written book, with beautiful pictures from the Chicago World's Fair included, so that I could picture what the fair might have been like.

I loved how much of a true gentleman Cullen was, and how understanding his father was of Cullen's dream. Both Della and Cullen were well developed, with an intriguing depth to them. Both Della and Cullen were exceptionally likable and intelligent, making a strides towards progress in their fields.

A lush setting that was almost like a character in itself, with meticulous detail, that showed how much research was put into this story.

Overall, this was an excellent read, with compelling characters, and a glorious setting. A lovely novel that brings the Chicago World's Fair to life!


I received this book from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. Thank you!

More about It Happened at the Fair: 

A transporting historical novel about a promising young inventor, his struggle with loss, and the attractive teacher who changes his life, all set against the razzle-dazzle of the 1893 Chicago World's Fair.

Gambling everything, including the family farm, Cullen 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 Cullen has trouble keeping his mind on his lessons while intently watching her lips. Like the newly invented Ferris Wheel, he is caught in a whirl between his girl back home, his dreams as an inventor, and his unexpected attraction to his new tutor. Can he keep his feet on the ground, or will he be carried away?

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Meet Deeanne:

Deeanne Gist---known to her family, friends, and fans as Dee---has rocketed up bestseller lists and captured readers everywhere with her very fun, very original historicals. She has received numerous RITA nominations, two consecutive Christy Awards, and rave reviews. Deeanne has a background in education and journalism and a degree from Texas A&M. She has written for People, Parents, and Parenting. She lives in Houston, Texas, with her husband and has four grown children. She has a very active online community on her website at IWantHerBook.com and at Facebook.com/DeesFriends. 

 

 

Landing page: 

http://litfusegroup.com/author/dgist 

Deeanne Gist is celebrating the release of It Happened at the Fair with an iPad Mini Giveaway and a Live Author Chat Webcast event {5/22}!

  One "fair" winner will receive:

• An iPad Mini
• A $25 iTunes gift card

Enter today by clicking one of the icons below. But hurry, the giveaway ends on May 21st. Winner will be announced at the "It Happened at the Fair" Live Webcast Event on May 22nd. Connect with Deeanne for an evening of book chat, trivia, laughter, and more! Deeanne will also be taking questions from the audience and giving away books and fun gift certificates throughout the evening.

So grab your copy of It Happened at the Fair and join Deeanne and friends on the evening of May 22nd for a chance to connect and make some new friends. (If you haven't read the book, don't let that stop you from coming!)

Don't miss a moment of the fun; RSVP today. Tell your friends via FACEBOOK or TWITTER and increase your chances of winning. Hope to see you on the 22nd!