Tilly felt like a failure because she never succeeded at anything. She couldn't excel at college, as a driving instructor, a photographer, and even as a baker because she had bad management skills. When everyone pulled out their money and she lost her baking business, she felt defeated. However, out of the blue, she was bequeathed a huge inheritance from a certain Matilda. The condition stipulated that she must live on the farm for one year before it would be transferred to her. Failure to follow the instructions held consequences. Tilly was a city girl without money or a job who was up against forces unknown. She had to save her life, her land, and her heart. Follow Tilly's adventures on the remote farm of Dun Roamin' in Matilda's Wish by Beth Prentice.

Matilda's Wish by Beth Prentice is an interesting novel that will appeal to lovers of laid-back romance. The plot is also a realistic one in that it perfectly portrayed life in the countryside. I especially loved the historical flavor that I got from reading this book. Beth developed the characters so well, and I enjoyed the conversational writing style. I also give kudos to Beth for the flawless editing of this book, as it helped me enjoy my reading. I realize that no one is a failure; they just haven't found their bright spot. Again, we should never take people at face value because more often than not, they aren't who they portray themselves to be. Beth has written a beautiful book and I can't wait to read more from her.

Matilda’s Wish by Beth Prentice will keep you laughing until you have stitches. Matilda Lockhart, Tilly, has trouble following her. When she calls in at an attorney’s office, she assumes it is because of her failed bakery. Instead, she finds she has inherited a substantial amount of money and a farm from a great-aunt she never met. The catch is this city girl must live on the farm for a year before she takes ownership. The longer Tilly lives on the farm, the more enemies she seems to make. Someone wants her to leave, but to what end? Is it the cousin contesting the will, the art museum which will inherit if she leaves, or the company that is buying out all the landowners in the area? The three generations of McKenzie men next door help at every chance they can.

Beth Prentice must have enjoyed writing this book. Matilda’s Wish is a chick lit tale that keeps you glued to the pages as you wonder what Tilly will do next. This humorous novel blends romance with mystery. The pace goes quickly from one threat by a mysterious foe to intense attraction to the handsome Noah McKenzie, and trouble caused by Tilly and Wally McKenzie as their bad karma feeds off each other. Tilly seems to get along well with everyone, except those who are trying to take her inheritance. The characters are well-developed and give this novel life. Towards the end, you realize Tilly has avoided her assailant too many times and serious action must take place. It is fascinating that the real enemy was there the entire time, and the story unfolds in a satisfying way.