Michaela Betrayed
Michaela's won a scholarship to study music in London, and the only hitch is that London sits inconveniently at a 17,kilometer remove from Australia and her closest friend, Thomas, an aspiring writer whose hopes may exceed his talent, and who certainly isn't her parents' concept of a suitable mate. Just when she seems safely and happily ensconced in her life in England, though -- enjoying her studies, a shared flat, and the prospect of a new life -- she's stricken with pneumonia and induced to return to Australia for a month or two to recuperate, again bringing Thomas into her sphere and kindling a blaze of romance between them.
But for Michaela, circumstance is a driving force, and Thomas may eventually cease to be her focus.
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What I particularly liked about Sharp's novella was its absolute verisimilitude. Young women like Michaela are influenced for good or for ill by their fathers, in just the way that Sharp describes. And life's vicissitudes do seem to intervene in exactly these chaotic ways It was altogether easy to get into Michaela's head and Thomas', for that matter. Whether Michaela chooses Thomas, her music instructor, or neither, I won't reveal -- but her thoughts and feelings have the ring of authenticity, and engage and captivate the reader.
Of course, in a world that little values art of any sort , Michaela's pursuit of music was not actually less quixotic or unrealistic than Thomas' pursuit of a literary career, so there was a judgmental double standard emanating from her parents, and a measure of hypocrisy inherent in her initial acceptance of their views, but this, too, was entirely realistic. The best characters are the ones who are flawed, tempest tossed by fate, and bound to confront their own conflicted feelings.
Living in Sydney with her mother and father, Michaela found herself full of excitement when she won the scholarship to study music in London. Her Dad had been famous in his day, and she was happy to be able to follow in his footsteps.
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They were incredibly proud of her; the only blight on her happiness was leaving Thomas. She was very close to him; he was an aspiring writer, having trouble finding a publisher but doing his best. Settling into London in a flat with two other female students, Anna and Sally, Michaela was happy with the way life was going for her. Anna was also missing a boyfriend but felt her music was her priority. Exams were on the horizon, the teachers were pleased with her progress, but when Michaela fell ill, her subsequent return to Australia for recuperation meant her life would change.
What would happen to Michaela and her dreams? Would she find a life with Thomas or would her future go in a completely different direction? This novella by Margaret Sharp is a delightful story. A quick, easy read but one with depth and intrigue.
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Michaela is a likeable character who has an inner strength which she uses when necessary. Another Aussie title I have no hesitation in recommending. To advance further in her musical career, Michaela has to go half way around the world, leaving her aspiring author Fiance behind to struggle with the challenges of getting a publisher for his book.
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They were incredibly proud of her; the only blight on her happiness was leaving Thomas. She was very close to him; he was an aspiring writer, having trouble finding a publisher but doing his best. Settling into London in a flat with two other female students, Anna and Sally, Michaela was happy with the way life was going for her.
Anna was also missing a boyfriend but felt her music was her priority. Exams were on the horizon, the teachers were pleased with her progress, but when Michaela fell ill, her subsequent return to Australia for recuperation meant her life would change. What would happen to Michaela and her dreams? Would she find a life with Thomas or would her future go in a completely different direction? With thanks for my copy to read and review. This is another somewhat unconventional novella of love and romance, loyalty and betrayal.
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The heroine, Michaela, is a gifted musician; part of a family of talented folk. Her father, whose musical career had been cut tragically short by a disabling accident, is determined to see Michaela pursue his dream for her, to be an acclaimed concert pianist. Being a first person narrative allows for readers to easily engage with Michaela, and follow her fortunes with real interest. Also included in this volu This is another somewhat unconventional novella of love and romance, loyalty and betrayal. Also included in this volume is a selection of romantic Short Stories and vignettes carefully selected from Margaret's other works.
Aug 23, Mark rated it it was amazing. Michaela has worked all her life in pursuit of the achievement of her Michaela's won a scholarship to study music in London, and the only hitch is that London sits inconveniently at a 17,kilometer remove from Australia and her closest friend, Thomas, an aspiring writer whose hopes may exceed his talent, and who certainly isn't her parents' concept of a suitable mate. Just when she seems safely and happi Michaela has worked all her life in pursuit of the achievement of her Just when she seems safely and happily ensconced in her life in England, though -- enjoying her studies, a shared flat, and the prospect of a new life -- she's stricken with pneumonia and induced to return to Australia for a month or two to recuperate, again bringing Thomas into her sphere and kindling a blaze of romance between them.
But for Michaela, circumstance is a driving force, and Thomas may eventually cease to be her focus. What I particularly liked about Sharp's novella was its absolute verisimilitude. Young women like Michaela are influenced for good or for ill by their fathers, in just the way that Sharp describes. And life's vicissitudes do seem to intervene in exactly these chaotic ways It was altogether easy to get into Michaela's head and Thomas', for that matter. Whether Michaela chooses Thomas, her music instructor, or neither, I won't reveal -- but her thoughts and feelings have the ring of authenticity, and engage and captivate the reader.
Of course, in a world that little values art of any sort , Michaela's pursuit of music was not actually less quixotic or unrealistic than Thomas' pursuit of a literary career, so there was a judgmental double standard emanating from her parents, and a measure of hypocrisy inherent in her initial acceptance of their views, but this, too, was entirely realistic. The best characters are the ones who are flawed, tempest tossed by fate, and bound to confront their own conflicted feelings.
This novella is good art, in any case as well as an extraordinarily good read , and deserves to be valued. Sep 22, Jake Taylor rated it it was amazing. If you do, it is because you are a romantic. Very enjoyable light reading, five stars; Jake Taylor To advance further in her musical career, Michaela has to go half way around the world, leaving her aspiring author Fiance behind to struggle with the challenges of getting a publisher for his book.
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Romance of the heroines and how each of them deal with life, career, relationships and the reactions of the others. A pleasure to read. Mar 07, Marianne rated it really liked it. When Michaela wins a music scholarship to study in London, she finds herself pulled in opposing directions. Her musical parents insist that she take up the scholarship; her boyfriend, Thomas, a budding author with very limited funds, will remain in Australia to pursue his dream. When illness forces her to fly home, Thomas asks her to marry him. Once well, she returns to her studies, but is distracted by the distance fro Michaela Betrayed is a novella by Australian author, Margaret Lynette Sharp.
This novella touches on a few topical themes: Roy Huff rated it it was amazing Apr 27, Lorelei Orion marked it as to-read Aug 20,