LYNN AUSTIN'S novels are always worth waiting for, and LEGACY OF MERCY is no exception. Although it is the sequel to Waves of Mercy, it can stand alone, but I am glad I read the books in sequence.It is a truly inspirational novel, rich in Christian content, with characters that stay with you long after you have finished reading.
Anna Nicholson is engaged to be married to William Wilkinson, one of the the most eligible bachelor in Chicago. She has recently had an encounter with the Lord, and desperately wants to live a life that is pleasing to Him. William is not interested in what he sees as her religious fanaticism, and in he downright forbids her to get involved with helping the poor. It hurts her to realize that he isn't interested in that which really interests her. Although she loves her parents and is fond of William, she feels that the society life they all live is meaningless when there are so many people struggling to make ends meet. She is determined, though, to not compromise her faith, no matter what it costs. Her struggles are very real, especially when she finds out more about her biological parents, and becomes the subject of scandal. In those days even being adopted was frowned upon by society, and now the legitimacy of her birth is the subject of hateful gossip!
Anna's grandmother, Geesje, is a delightful character, strong in the Lord and not giving up, even when she comes up against the most difficult people. Anna feels relieved when she is with Oma Geesje, who is so full of Godly wisdom and lives a simple life of service to her Lord.
This novel is a real classic and a delightful read. I cannot recommend it highly enough.
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