Review: Love for Sale

When sister and brother Lily and Robert Brewster were destitute, they found out they inherited their uncle’s home, but not without some strange caveats. One is that they must live in the home for ten years and can only be gone two weeks per year. So, while they are no longer destitute, they find they must make some additional money. Renting rooms in their home has brought in good money and they have many some friends.

They are approached to rent out rooms for a weekend to unknown men. At first they are concerned they might be gangsters. They finally decide that since they are willing to pay generously, they will let them stay.

Lily and Robert have been asked to co-teach at the local school in the absence of one of the teachers. She is out on medical leave, or so it is thought. The extra income from this is welcomed and they enjoy the children as well.

When the mysterious guests arrive, they request to not be disturbed and to have their meals left on trays outside the door. While this is unusual, it is agreed to.

The next morning one of the mystery guests is found murdered. Chief Howard Walker can’t find anyplace to house the suspects but the local Hospital for the Criminally Insane.

Also this day, a little boy is kidnapped from his yard. Mr. Prinney, the Brewster’s attorney, is trying to help the little boy’s mother determine if the letter she received that her husband, working on the dam, is truly dead. Chief Walker can’t figure out why the boy would be kidnapped.

Lily assists Chief Walker in interviewing some women who had associated with the mysterious guest who died. Through her many contacts, Lily begins to put two and two together. There is a wild car chase with three women drivers before everything is uncovered.

I really like this series. Most series set back in time don’t hold my interest, but the characters and setting are so well written. I always look forward to reading another adventure with Lily and Robert. The story is well constructed and keeps moving at a good pace. I highly recommend this book.

Reprinted with permission. Do Not repost without permission from the author, Dawn Dowdle

Book Review: Love for Sale