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Roots Redeemed
Tracy Michelle Sellars
2022 Gold Medal
283 Pages
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Christian - Romance - Historical
Reviewed by Jennifer Ibiam for Readers' Favorite
Amber Graham was an orphan Christian girl with no roots. She longed for a family, and fate smiled on her. A sudden Valentine’s Day invitation to the Wright mansion introduced her to Trey Wright and Ryan Pierce. These two men resented each other but adored Amber. The Wright family was perfect, and to become part of it, she would give anything to marry their charming son. Then there was Ryan Pierce, who hailed from tainted roots but worked hard to succeed and sever ties with his dysfunctional family. While Amber reciprocated the affection of one man, she joined the other in an unrelated investigation that opened Pandora's box into her roots. Will Amber let go and let God guide her? Find out in Roots Redeemed by Tracy Michelle Sellars.
Roots Redeemed by Tracy Michelle Sellars is a riveting historical romance novel set in the late 1800s. This third installment in the Roots Run Deep series creates an intersection between love, crime, and faith. I enjoyed the realistic storyline because it was relatable, especially to people of faith. Often, we impose our will on God and expect Him to make it happen. Other times, we are so desperate that we lose our spiritual sensitivity and accept the devil’s gift that looks exactly like what we asked of God. If we have to jump through hoops and strip ourselves of all dignity to please a partner, then it’s not love. Love encourages advancement and wholesomeness. Tracy weaved a brilliant plot together with excellent character development and flowing dialogue. This third book was easy to understand even though I haven’t read the first two installments. Thank you for a refreshing book, Tracy.
Amber Graham was an orphan Christian girl with no roots. She longed for a family, and fate smiled on her. A sudden Valentine’s Day invitation to the Wright mansion introduced her to Trey Wright and Ryan Pierce. These two men resented each other but adored Amber. The Wright family was perfect, and to become part of it, she would give anything to marry their charming son. Then there was Ryan Pierce, who hailed from tainted roots but worked hard to succeed and sever ties with his dysfunctional family. While Amber reciprocated the affection of one man, she joined the other in an unrelated investigation that opened Pandora's box into her roots. Will Amber let go and let God guide her? Find out in Roots Redeemed by Tracy Michelle Sellars.
Roots Redeemed by Tracy Michelle Sellars is a riveting historical romance novel set in the late 1800s. This third installment in the Roots Run Deep series creates an intersection between love, crime, and faith. I enjoyed the realistic storyline because it was relatable, especially to people of faith. Often, we impose our will on God and expect Him to make it happen. Other times, we are so desperate that we lose our spiritual sensitivity and accept the devil’s gift that looks exactly like what we asked of God. If we have to jump through hoops and strip ourselves of all dignity to please a partner, then it’s not love. Love encourages advancement and wholesomeness. Tracy weaved a brilliant plot together with excellent character development and flowing dialogue. This third book was easy to understand even though I haven’t read the first two installments. Thank you for a refreshing book, Tracy.
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Sadie
Sweet Historical Romance
Shanna Hatfield
2022 Silver Medal
427 Pages
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Christian - Romance - Historical
Reviewed by Bernadette Longu for Readers' Favorite
In Sadie: Pendleton Promises Book 1 by Shanna Hatfield, the author has taken ordinary people with ordinary lives and written a story around them that is intriguing, romantic, and easy to relate to. The main characters are Harley John Hobbs and Sadie Thorsen as well as Sadie’s parents, Lars and Marnie, who run an orphanage and have adopted quite a few children over the years. There are a number of other family members, as well as other characters that appear throughout the book. The story starts in 1913 and ends at the end of the First World War in 1919.
The book showcases the struggle young women had to get recognized in various fields that were solely the domain of men, like becoming a doctor which Sadie aims to become. It also shows how the young men who went to war were unprepared for what was waiting for them. The story draws you in from the first page to the last as you find you want to know what happened. Where did Sadie and Harley end up and did their love, which started in a field in Pendleton, Oregon 1913, last through all the obstacles that life had thrown at them? Sadie by Shanna Hatfield is a book well worth reading. A delightful story and a book that you will return to and read again and again as the years go past. It helps one realize that nothing is impossible if you put your mind to it and stick at it. This is a treasure of a book that should be on everyone’s bookshelf. I highly recommend it for all readers and young people just starting to find an interest in reading. Thank you, Shanna, for an exciting, and interesting read. I really enjoyed it.
In Sadie: Pendleton Promises Book 1 by Shanna Hatfield, the author has taken ordinary people with ordinary lives and written a story around them that is intriguing, romantic, and easy to relate to. The main characters are Harley John Hobbs and Sadie Thorsen as well as Sadie’s parents, Lars and Marnie, who run an orphanage and have adopted quite a few children over the years. There are a number of other family members, as well as other characters that appear throughout the book. The story starts in 1913 and ends at the end of the First World War in 1919.
The book showcases the struggle young women had to get recognized in various fields that were solely the domain of men, like becoming a doctor which Sadie aims to become. It also shows how the young men who went to war were unprepared for what was waiting for them. The story draws you in from the first page to the last as you find you want to know what happened. Where did Sadie and Harley end up and did their love, which started in a field in Pendleton, Oregon 1913, last through all the obstacles that life had thrown at them? Sadie by Shanna Hatfield is a book well worth reading. A delightful story and a book that you will return to and read again and again as the years go past. It helps one realize that nothing is impossible if you put your mind to it and stick at it. This is a treasure of a book that should be on everyone’s bookshelf. I highly recommend it for all readers and young people just starting to find an interest in reading. Thank you, Shanna, for an exciting, and interesting read. I really enjoyed it.
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One Dark Night
A romantic thriller mystery, dark and intriguing
Anna Faversham
2022 Bronze Medal
264 Pages
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Christian - Romance - Historical
Reviewed by Trudi LoPreto for Readers' Favorite
One Dark Night by Anna Faversham takes place in 1821 on the English Coast. Lucy is the star and heroine as we meet her as a young girl living in the prestigious home where her mother is a maid. She is friends with the privileged Dougie. This life is suddenly taken away from her as she and her mother find themselves suddenly poor. Lucy goes to work at a nearby farm, doing whatever is asked of her. Daniel, the farmer’s son, tries to protect Lucy but he cannot always do that. The coastal village has a smuggling problem because of high taxes being charged. When Karl enters the picture as the Revenue Officer, he is determined to put an end to the smuggling and the lives of those most responsible. Lucy soon catches his eye and he takes her to work in the Watch House. Lucy sees things she regrets, overhears things she shouldn’t, and many in the village consider her a spy. As events take place and situations change, Lucy learns secrets from her childhood and is forced to choose between Daniel and Karl for a husband.
One Dark Night by Anna Faversham is a very good book offering romance, danger, adventure, mystery, excitement and so much more and I found it was very hard to put down. I really was rooting for Lucy to end up with a good life for all the grief she had endured and was hoping she would pick the man I liked best. I also hoped that all the bad people would get what they deserved. Anna Faversham did a perfect job of combining all the elements into one winning story and I highly recommend One Dark Night be added to your reading list.
One Dark Night by Anna Faversham takes place in 1821 on the English Coast. Lucy is the star and heroine as we meet her as a young girl living in the prestigious home where her mother is a maid. She is friends with the privileged Dougie. This life is suddenly taken away from her as she and her mother find themselves suddenly poor. Lucy goes to work at a nearby farm, doing whatever is asked of her. Daniel, the farmer’s son, tries to protect Lucy but he cannot always do that. The coastal village has a smuggling problem because of high taxes being charged. When Karl enters the picture as the Revenue Officer, he is determined to put an end to the smuggling and the lives of those most responsible. Lucy soon catches his eye and he takes her to work in the Watch House. Lucy sees things she regrets, overhears things she shouldn’t, and many in the village consider her a spy. As events take place and situations change, Lucy learns secrets from her childhood and is forced to choose between Daniel and Karl for a husband.
One Dark Night by Anna Faversham is a very good book offering romance, danger, adventure, mystery, excitement and so much more and I found it was very hard to put down. I really was rooting for Lucy to end up with a good life for all the grief she had endured and was hoping she would pick the man I liked best. I also hoped that all the bad people would get what they deserved. Anna Faversham did a perfect job of combining all the elements into one winning story and I highly recommend One Dark Night be added to your reading list.
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Pearl's Promise
Gems of Grace Book 2
Edwina Kiernan
2022 Honorable Mention
314 Pages
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Christian - Romance - Historical
Reviewed by Ammaarah Seboa for Readers' Favorite
Pearl’s Promise by Edwina Kiernan is a romantic Regency novel, the second book in the Gems of Grace Series, and focuses on Pearl Acton and Nicholas Dalton. After attending Henry’s wedding to Ruby, Pearl makes her way home, only to discover that her family has lost their fortune and her dowry along with it. Bound by duty, Pearl travels to London on a mission to catch the attention of Mr. Clarence. Her father hopes to strike a match between the two due to a favor owed by the Clarence family. However, upon her arrival, Pearl meets Nicholas Dalton. The two can’t keep their eyes off each other and seem to settle for stolen glances across the dance floor. Pearl’s honor and obligation to her family is the only thing that stops her from forming an attachment to Nicholas. But Nicholas tries his best to break down the wall she puts up with his gentle manner and romantic poems.
This beautiful and wholesome story gives a new definition to the term slow-burn romance! Although there’s not any spice, the pureness of Pearl's and Nicholas’ characters is what kept me intrigued. Reading Nicholas’ poem to Pearl made me swoon and wonder where I could find a man like him. Edwina Kiernan’s Pearl’s Promise put a lot into perspective, especially the way parents pin their hopes and dreams on their children with no regard for what they want. Both characters come from a difficult parent-child relationship and try their best to help their families where they can. We see how both characters rise above their current circumstances and grow. This also teaches us an important life lesson that behind all the glitz and glamor one can be faced with difficult situations and tough decisions.
Pearl’s Promise by Edwina Kiernan is a romantic Regency novel, the second book in the Gems of Grace Series, and focuses on Pearl Acton and Nicholas Dalton. After attending Henry’s wedding to Ruby, Pearl makes her way home, only to discover that her family has lost their fortune and her dowry along with it. Bound by duty, Pearl travels to London on a mission to catch the attention of Mr. Clarence. Her father hopes to strike a match between the two due to a favor owed by the Clarence family. However, upon her arrival, Pearl meets Nicholas Dalton. The two can’t keep their eyes off each other and seem to settle for stolen glances across the dance floor. Pearl’s honor and obligation to her family is the only thing that stops her from forming an attachment to Nicholas. But Nicholas tries his best to break down the wall she puts up with his gentle manner and romantic poems.
This beautiful and wholesome story gives a new definition to the term slow-burn romance! Although there’s not any spice, the pureness of Pearl's and Nicholas’ characters is what kept me intrigued. Reading Nicholas’ poem to Pearl made me swoon and wonder where I could find a man like him. Edwina Kiernan’s Pearl’s Promise put a lot into perspective, especially the way parents pin their hopes and dreams on their children with no regard for what they want. Both characters come from a difficult parent-child relationship and try their best to help their families where they can. We see how both characters rise above their current circumstances and grow. This also teaches us an important life lesson that behind all the glitz and glamor one can be faced with difficult situations and tough decisions.
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Daughter of the Boricua
Songs of the Boricua
Olivia Castillo
2022 Finalist
291 Pages
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Christian - Romance - Historical
Reviewed by Rabia Tanveer for Readers' Favorite
Daughter of the Boricua: Songs of the Boricua is the second in the series by Olivia Castillo. When Moctezuma was dying, he cursed Hernan Cortes and his next generation of daughters. Moctezuma had no idea his daughter and her future generations would be caught up in the curse as well. The story follows three generations of women who face the consequences of their own decisions, and sometimes fate was cruel. Liani, Isabella, and Josephine were living different lives, but their goal was similar. A direct descendant of an Aztec princess, Isabella was cursed and had to learn to live with it. Liani was in love with a Spanish officer, but her loyalty to her people was stopping her from chasing after what her heart wanted. Josephine was Isabella’s daughter but her issues were different from her mother's. Josephine was stuck between choosing her career or her love because she could not have both.
I was expecting to read Daughter of the Boricua in a single sitting and call it a day. I was invested from the very first chapter, and as the story progressed, I knew I had to slow down to savor every aspect. It was magical and entertaining beyond my imagination. I loved the mystique and the supernatural elements surrounding our protagonists. The different points of view and periods could be confusing, but they aren’t. Olivia Castillo did justice to each of the women and this allows readers to enjoy their stories. The dilemma each of them faced was relatable, believable, and humbling. The pace was perfect, the chapters flowed flawlessly, and the story was fantastic. There was suspense, romance, a little bit of heartbreak, and a lot of growth. Loved this!
Daughter of the Boricua: Songs of the Boricua is the second in the series by Olivia Castillo. When Moctezuma was dying, he cursed Hernan Cortes and his next generation of daughters. Moctezuma had no idea his daughter and her future generations would be caught up in the curse as well. The story follows three generations of women who face the consequences of their own decisions, and sometimes fate was cruel. Liani, Isabella, and Josephine were living different lives, but their goal was similar. A direct descendant of an Aztec princess, Isabella was cursed and had to learn to live with it. Liani was in love with a Spanish officer, but her loyalty to her people was stopping her from chasing after what her heart wanted. Josephine was Isabella’s daughter but her issues were different from her mother's. Josephine was stuck between choosing her career or her love because she could not have both.
I was expecting to read Daughter of the Boricua in a single sitting and call it a day. I was invested from the very first chapter, and as the story progressed, I knew I had to slow down to savor every aspect. It was magical and entertaining beyond my imagination. I loved the mystique and the supernatural elements surrounding our protagonists. The different points of view and periods could be confusing, but they aren’t. Olivia Castillo did justice to each of the women and this allows readers to enjoy their stories. The dilemma each of them faced was relatable, believable, and humbling. The pace was perfect, the chapters flowed flawlessly, and the story was fantastic. There was suspense, romance, a little bit of heartbreak, and a lot of growth. Loved this!
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Dauntless Hearts
A Tale of Heartbreak, Courage, And True Love
Lincoln Tuvelais
2021 Silver Medal
228 Pages
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Christian - Romance - Historical
Reviewed by Grant Leishman for Readers' Favorite
Dauntless Hearts: A Tale of Heartbreak, Courage, and True Love by Lincoln Tuvelais is a Regency romance with a bit of a difference. Kitty Otis is not your typical, simpering young woman desperate for a husband during the London “Season”. No, Kitty is indeed a beautiful, young woman but smart, business-savvy, and strong-willed to go along with it. With her ailing former pastor father in tow, Kitty embarks on turning around a rural northern England estate that has somewhat been left to rack and ruin. With her modern, scientific farming methods, Kitty won’t endear herself to everyone, though. When she meets a brash, young Irish nobleman, the atmosphere is immediately electric for both of them but any relationship between the pair is bound to be fraught with political difficulties as his Irish family treat the British with as much disdain as they themselves consider the Irish. Despite appearing for her “debut” season in London, Kitty is lacking suitable suitors and perhaps must consign herself to achieving her business dreams ahead of her romantic notions.
Dauntless Hearts is a genuinely warm and at times quite funny dip into the waters of Regency romance. The period around the beginning of the nineteenth century is ripe for a clever author to highlight the disparities between the “haves” and the “have-nots” and the all-pervading strictures of the class system. This is something Lincoln Tuvelais does superbly, with the character of Kitty. Kitty is, in today’s parlance, a strong, independent, and free-thinking woman, none of which would be seen as a leading characteristic for a young lady of the time. What I particularly liked about Kitty was her warmth and her compassion, which served to feminize other aspects of her nature that would be seen as vulgar and crass in a woman in 1812 or thereabouts. This is a character a reader can definitely get behind and root for and I did enjoy the twists and turns in the plot the author threw in from time to time to ensure a reader never lost interest. The style is as you’d expect from a period piece, redolent of the times and its unique language, customs, and manners and beautifully written throughout. This was a relaxing and thoroughly enjoyable read that I can highly recommend.
Dauntless Hearts: A Tale of Heartbreak, Courage, and True Love by Lincoln Tuvelais is a Regency romance with a bit of a difference. Kitty Otis is not your typical, simpering young woman desperate for a husband during the London “Season”. No, Kitty is indeed a beautiful, young woman but smart, business-savvy, and strong-willed to go along with it. With her ailing former pastor father in tow, Kitty embarks on turning around a rural northern England estate that has somewhat been left to rack and ruin. With her modern, scientific farming methods, Kitty won’t endear herself to everyone, though. When she meets a brash, young Irish nobleman, the atmosphere is immediately electric for both of them but any relationship between the pair is bound to be fraught with political difficulties as his Irish family treat the British with as much disdain as they themselves consider the Irish. Despite appearing for her “debut” season in London, Kitty is lacking suitable suitors and perhaps must consign herself to achieving her business dreams ahead of her romantic notions.
Dauntless Hearts is a genuinely warm and at times quite funny dip into the waters of Regency romance. The period around the beginning of the nineteenth century is ripe for a clever author to highlight the disparities between the “haves” and the “have-nots” and the all-pervading strictures of the class system. This is something Lincoln Tuvelais does superbly, with the character of Kitty. Kitty is, in today’s parlance, a strong, independent, and free-thinking woman, none of which would be seen as a leading characteristic for a young lady of the time. What I particularly liked about Kitty was her warmth and her compassion, which served to feminize other aspects of her nature that would be seen as vulgar and crass in a woman in 1812 or thereabouts. This is a character a reader can definitely get behind and root for and I did enjoy the twists and turns in the plot the author threw in from time to time to ensure a reader never lost interest. The style is as you’d expect from a period piece, redolent of the times and its unique language, customs, and manners and beautifully written throughout. This was a relaxing and thoroughly enjoyable read that I can highly recommend.
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Discovering Treasure
A Christian romance stirs magic in the mind and music to the soul.
Crystal Mary Lindsey
2021 Bronze Medal
224 Pages
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Christian - Romance - Historical
Reviewed by Trudi LoPreto for Readers' Favorite
Discovering Treasure by Crystal Mary Lindsey is a warm and fuzzy, happy story that truly offers inspiration and enjoyment. I found it impossible not to love Treasure Gilroy from our first meeting, as well as all of the friends she comes in contact with; Primrose, Ella, Connor, Thomas, Nellie, Kelvin, Frank, Marcus, and of course, Paris the puppy. Treasure is a famous model, well known in Paris, London, New York and Rome during the romantic years around 1928. When her aunt dies and she inherits her grandmother’s home in the outback of Australia, Treasure decides it is time to give up the life of fame and fortune and, taking her best friend Ella, the two set off on an adventure that will change their lives forever; bringing romance, friends, family and a very special village together. Treasure is soon faced with God’s plans for her new life and slowly comes to know Him in a magical and beautiful way.
Discovering Treasure was perfect from beginning to end. Crystal Mary Lindsey has written a book that reached into my heart and made me happy. I felt the joy and the sadness of each character in a unique and touching way. It was so hard to put the book down, but I knew if I read it too fast I would have to say good-bye to my wonderful new friends. Discovering Treasure is a romantic story, a Godly story, a family saga story, and so very much more. If you have any doubts of what God can do in your life or if you know the Lord, Discovering Treasure will quickly find its way to the top of your favorite book list. I cannot stress enough just how wonderful this story was and the joy it brought me. Please do not pass this one up.
Discovering Treasure by Crystal Mary Lindsey is a warm and fuzzy, happy story that truly offers inspiration and enjoyment. I found it impossible not to love Treasure Gilroy from our first meeting, as well as all of the friends she comes in contact with; Primrose, Ella, Connor, Thomas, Nellie, Kelvin, Frank, Marcus, and of course, Paris the puppy. Treasure is a famous model, well known in Paris, London, New York and Rome during the romantic years around 1928. When her aunt dies and she inherits her grandmother’s home in the outback of Australia, Treasure decides it is time to give up the life of fame and fortune and, taking her best friend Ella, the two set off on an adventure that will change their lives forever; bringing romance, friends, family and a very special village together. Treasure is soon faced with God’s plans for her new life and slowly comes to know Him in a magical and beautiful way.
Discovering Treasure was perfect from beginning to end. Crystal Mary Lindsey has written a book that reached into my heart and made me happy. I felt the joy and the sadness of each character in a unique and touching way. It was so hard to put the book down, but I knew if I read it too fast I would have to say good-bye to my wonderful new friends. Discovering Treasure is a romantic story, a Godly story, a family saga story, and so very much more. If you have any doubts of what God can do in your life or if you know the Lord, Discovering Treasure will quickly find its way to the top of your favorite book list. I cannot stress enough just how wonderful this story was and the joy it brought me. Please do not pass this one up.
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Ruby's Redemption
Gems of Grace
Edwina Kiernan
2021 Honorable Mention
428 Pages
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Christian - Romance - Historical
Reviewed by Jamie Michele for Readers' Favorite
Ruby's Redemption by Edwina Kiernan is a Christian historical fiction novel set in Regency England. The book revolves around the titular character, a prostitute named Ruby, who makes the acquaintance of a vicar named Henry under circumstances that could be nothing less than guided by the hand of God. As the two get to know each other, Ruby's outlook begins to change even though the reality of her circumstances shows no means of escape from threats of death. A hatched plan is faced with obstacle after obstacle. The full protection of the church is not enough to keep Ruby's precarious situation from crashing down around her. Worse still, the danger presented to those who cannot be swayed from helping Ruby live a reformed life in the light of God is the same, if not greater, than the risk to her own person.
Edwina Kiernan delivers the first of her Gems of Grace series with a strong start in Ruby's Redemption and one that is likely to hook readers who enjoy Christian fiction in historical settings. The narrative and descriptions are good without dumping information into the plot, a credit to the author who has the skill and courage to elect for a slower unpeeling of backstory. In the context of a solid love story in this specific genre, Kiernan does not shy away from plot elements that rarely come into play. Religion is deeply woven within this but is still allowed to blanket all aspects. Many contemporary Christian authors temper religion to appeal to a broader readership, but Kiernan holds unapologetically tight, and as a result, so did I to the story.
Ruby's Redemption by Edwina Kiernan is a Christian historical fiction novel set in Regency England. The book revolves around the titular character, a prostitute named Ruby, who makes the acquaintance of a vicar named Henry under circumstances that could be nothing less than guided by the hand of God. As the two get to know each other, Ruby's outlook begins to change even though the reality of her circumstances shows no means of escape from threats of death. A hatched plan is faced with obstacle after obstacle. The full protection of the church is not enough to keep Ruby's precarious situation from crashing down around her. Worse still, the danger presented to those who cannot be swayed from helping Ruby live a reformed life in the light of God is the same, if not greater, than the risk to her own person.
Edwina Kiernan delivers the first of her Gems of Grace series with a strong start in Ruby's Redemption and one that is likely to hook readers who enjoy Christian fiction in historical settings. The narrative and descriptions are good without dumping information into the plot, a credit to the author who has the skill and courage to elect for a slower unpeeling of backstory. In the context of a solid love story in this specific genre, Kiernan does not shy away from plot elements that rarely come into play. Religion is deeply woven within this but is still allowed to blanket all aspects. Many contemporary Christian authors temper religion to appeal to a broader readership, but Kiernan holds unapologetically tight, and as a result, so did I to the story.
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Gift of Grace
A Sweet Holiday Romance (Gifts of Christmas)
Shanna Hatfield
2020 Gold Medal
206 Pages
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Christian - Romance - Historical
Reviewed by Rebecca S Winner for Readers' Favorite
Gift of Grace by Shanna Hatfield is set in Oregon in 1870. J.B. and Nora have been married for four years. Tragedies in both of their families spur them on to seek a new start in the Northwest. Their adventure starts on a train and ends in a covered wagon on the Oregon Trail. Having funds from the sale of both of the family farms, they are able to hire farm helpers and settle down in a cabin. Then tragedy strikes again, tearing J.B. and Nora apart. Their marriage and their friendship with each other is on the line. Will their love for each other and their faith in God sustain them and bring them back to the friends, spouses, and lovers they have been in the past?
I enjoyed the fact that all of the characters in Gift of Grace by Shanna Hatfield are likable. J.B. is my favorite character. His patience and love for Nora enabled her to get through the ordeal. I appreciated that Nora helped herself emotionally since, “Doing good, helping others, had filled her heart with something that had been missing for weeks.” I liked that the new neighbors and friends supported both J.B. and Nora in their struggles. I loved the humor when J.B. pretended to be hurt worse than he was because he enjoyed having Nora fussing over him. I also loved that she saw through it but pretended to go along with it. The descriptions of the homemade Christmas gifts and ornaments were authentic for the period. I would highly recommend Gift of Grace by Shanna Hatfield to all readers of Christian historical romance.
Gift of Grace by Shanna Hatfield is set in Oregon in 1870. J.B. and Nora have been married for four years. Tragedies in both of their families spur them on to seek a new start in the Northwest. Their adventure starts on a train and ends in a covered wagon on the Oregon Trail. Having funds from the sale of both of the family farms, they are able to hire farm helpers and settle down in a cabin. Then tragedy strikes again, tearing J.B. and Nora apart. Their marriage and their friendship with each other is on the line. Will their love for each other and their faith in God sustain them and bring them back to the friends, spouses, and lovers they have been in the past?
I enjoyed the fact that all of the characters in Gift of Grace by Shanna Hatfield are likable. J.B. is my favorite character. His patience and love for Nora enabled her to get through the ordeal. I appreciated that Nora helped herself emotionally since, “Doing good, helping others, had filled her heart with something that had been missing for weeks.” I liked that the new neighbors and friends supported both J.B. and Nora in their struggles. I loved the humor when J.B. pretended to be hurt worse than he was because he enjoyed having Nora fussing over him. I also loved that she saw through it but pretended to go along with it. The descriptions of the homemade Christmas gifts and ornaments were authentic for the period. I would highly recommend Gift of Grace by Shanna Hatfield to all readers of Christian historical romance.
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Evie
Pendleton Petticoats
Shanna Hatfield
2020 Silver Medal
390 Pages
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Christian - Romance - Historical
Reviewed by Rebecca S Winner for Readers' Favorite
Evie: Pendleton Petticoats by Shanna Hatfield takes place in Oregon in 1913. Flynn Elliott thinks that courting and falling in love are “sentimental claptrap.” However, soon Flynn meets and is fascinated by Evie, whom he first thinks must be an “astounding figment of his imagination” or a “free-spirited fairy.” Flynn is a landscape architect, designing the yards for well-to-do customers. One of those customers has an employee, Evie, a nanny for his children. Evie happens to be the young lady who got Flynn's attention. Since the parents of the children are not interested in their offspring, Evie is their substitute mother. Due to the landscaping job, Flynn sees Evie frequently for a few weeks. But Flynn thinks he should resist love since it might take him away from his profession. But he has time to be a matchmaker for his sister, Clarice.
Evie: Pendleton Petticoats by Shanna Hatfield is the second book I have read by this author. I love the way Evie mothers the children. I enjoyed the relationship between brother and sister Flynn and Clarice, who both thought they did not have time for a life of their own because the other needed them. I was so glad the situation between the parents and their children was rectified. The author includes interesting historical facts about the area. I enjoyed getting to know the people of Pendleton, Oregon, who are fascinating characters and supportive of each other. I think Flynn's profession is fascinating, making the plot unique. This is an author I am glad to have found, and I intend to read more books by her.
Evie: Pendleton Petticoats by Shanna Hatfield takes place in Oregon in 1913. Flynn Elliott thinks that courting and falling in love are “sentimental claptrap.” However, soon Flynn meets and is fascinated by Evie, whom he first thinks must be an “astounding figment of his imagination” or a “free-spirited fairy.” Flynn is a landscape architect, designing the yards for well-to-do customers. One of those customers has an employee, Evie, a nanny for his children. Evie happens to be the young lady who got Flynn's attention. Since the parents of the children are not interested in their offspring, Evie is their substitute mother. Due to the landscaping job, Flynn sees Evie frequently for a few weeks. But Flynn thinks he should resist love since it might take him away from his profession. But he has time to be a matchmaker for his sister, Clarice.
Evie: Pendleton Petticoats by Shanna Hatfield is the second book I have read by this author. I love the way Evie mothers the children. I enjoyed the relationship between brother and sister Flynn and Clarice, who both thought they did not have time for a life of their own because the other needed them. I was so glad the situation between the parents and their children was rectified. The author includes interesting historical facts about the area. I enjoyed getting to know the people of Pendleton, Oregon, who are fascinating characters and supportive of each other. I think Flynn's profession is fascinating, making the plot unique. This is an author I am glad to have found, and I intend to read more books by her.
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