Back in October, I ran a review contest for my debut novel LADY OUTLAW. The winner was Janet Ruth of Along the Way who got to have a character in one of my WWI books named after her. Today I thought I’d give a sneak peek of the character who has Janet’s name in the second book in the series.
Janet is a Army Nurse Corp nurse like the book’s heroine Evelyn. They meet toward the end of the book when Evelyn is transferred to an evacuation hospital near the front lines. Conditions at the front were not only dangerous during WWI – hospitals near the front lines could come under enemy fire – but the food was bad and the mud was worse. Still, positions so close to the front like this were coveted spots for nurses.
Evelyn and Janet experience all of these hardships at the evacuation hospital. Janet, however, remains cheerful, despite the rough situation. When Evelyn questions her tent mate about her optimism, she learns about the tragedy that changed both Janet’s life and her perspective. Janet’s story touches Evelyn and allows her to view her own past and mistakes in a different light. Janet has become one of those secondary characters, who I think, add so much to the story and to the hero and heroine’s lives.
And speaking of characters, I thoroughly enjoyed the first episode of Downton Abbey’s 3rd Season! I love the new dramas and conflicts and situations, both upstairs and down.
If I had to pick my favorite characters from the show, it would probably be Matthew, Mary and Anna. I like that despite their disagreements, some quite large, Mary and Matthew still love each other. And sweet Anna – what a determined woman to see her wronged husband set free. Of course, I’d also have to say the show wouldn’t be as good without the grandmother’s witty one-liners that keep me laughing.
Who’s your favorite Downton Abbey character?
Joy Journal
- Saw the movie Les Miserables (loved it!)
- Watched Mythbusters with my boys
- Deep cleaned and reorganized my kitchen
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I've already seen season 3 and the Christmas special! I just loved it. Laughed. Cried. It's so hard to pick just one character I love most. I root for Edith because I want her to desperately find love and a place in the world she lives in. Oh it's so hard to choose! 🙂
And I love your joy journal! My word this year is joy and I bought a notebook. Each night I journal at least one thing that day that brought me joy!
How fun for Janet. Great idea!
I don't think I have a fav Downton character. I did have an "eyes welling with tears moment" when I watched Lady Mary walk down the grand staircase at Downton in her wedding gown.
Loved Les Mis. Wept the last half hour!
Yay! Fun to hear about your character.
I adore Downton Abbey. My favorite character is Maggie Smith's…just too funny. I've seen all the way through season 3 too, though I almost wish I hadn't so I could watch it fresh with everyone. 🙂
That is so cool for Janet! You are so cool Stacy! And…deep cleaning your kitchen is part of your joy journal? You crazy, girl!
Jessica – I feel for Edith too; she always seems to be overlooked.
How cool you're doing a joy journal too! I've really enjoyed looking for those moments of joy throughout the day.
Loree – Mary's dress was stunning and it was an awesome moment to see her and Matthew FINALLY get married! 🙂 I cried the last half an hour of Les Mis too.
Melissa – Maybe you'll have to just watch it all over again. 🙂 How did this season compare with the other two?
Jessie – LOL! I know I'm kind of odd like that, that cleaning/organizing is joyful. At least it is joyous until things get messed up all over again. 😀
How fun! I can't wait to read your next book, I love the story line already. Thanks so much for including my name in your book.
Janet – Thanks so much for stopping by! I'm glad you like the story line; it's been such a fun story to write and I love Janet's character. 🙂