Jack Mercybright (by Mary Pearce)

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'Jack Mercybright' is a historical novel by Mary Pearce. It's the second book in the 'Apple Tree' saga.

This story set in the countryside. Jack finds a new position and falls in love. His days are followed with believable farming situations, and I found it fairly readable. But the plot is minimal and time progresses too fast for continuity.

It's probably a realistic view of country life at the end of the 19th century. But I didn't find myself emotionally involved at all. I skimmed somewhat, and found it all too easy to put down. The ending seemed rather vague, too.

Not really recommended.