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Beryl's Blessing
Gems of Grace Book 3
Edwina Kiernan
2023 Bronze Medal
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Christian - Romance - Historical
Reviewed by Edith Wairimu for Readers' Favorite
A captivating historical story that inspires faith and hope, Beryl's Blessing is the third installment in the Gems of Grace series by Edwina Kiernan. It chronicles the story of a man burdened by guilt and a woman who struggles with grief and low self-worth. Five years ago, a terrible accident turned Beryl Haywood’s life upside down and left her crippled. The accident had also taken her kind and loving governess, Miss Amelia Jenkins, who had encouraged Beryl’s faith and wisdom. After the devastating accident, Beryl is sent to Bath to live with her wealthy aunt. Painful memories torment Frederick Sinclair after coming back from the war in France. Despite fighting on the battlefront, he has returned unharmed unlike many in his regiment. Through an arranged marriage, Frederick and Beryl start life together but the memories of their pasts threaten to destroy their union.
Beryl's Blessing is a hopeful story of love, forgiveness, and healing. The main characters are beautifully crafted with relatable hopes and struggles that many will find familiar. I was inspired by Beryl’s faith and found her story moving. Practical lessons about wisdom and faith are skillfully woven into the plot. I appreciated that the narrative did not lose its momentum; it is fascinating from the beginning to the end. I enjoyed the twists within the plot and loved its gripping end. Another delightful and engaging Christian work in the Gems of Grace series, Beryl's Blessing by Edwina Kiernan is a wonderful, inspiring story told through the eyes and lives of its lovable main characters. It contains important lessons about hope and healing that fans will love.
A captivating historical story that inspires faith and hope, Beryl's Blessing is the third installment in the Gems of Grace series by Edwina Kiernan. It chronicles the story of a man burdened by guilt and a woman who struggles with grief and low self-worth. Five years ago, a terrible accident turned Beryl Haywood’s life upside down and left her crippled. The accident had also taken her kind and loving governess, Miss Amelia Jenkins, who had encouraged Beryl’s faith and wisdom. After the devastating accident, Beryl is sent to Bath to live with her wealthy aunt. Painful memories torment Frederick Sinclair after coming back from the war in France. Despite fighting on the battlefront, he has returned unharmed unlike many in his regiment. Through an arranged marriage, Frederick and Beryl start life together but the memories of their pasts threaten to destroy their union.
Beryl's Blessing is a hopeful story of love, forgiveness, and healing. The main characters are beautifully crafted with relatable hopes and struggles that many will find familiar. I was inspired by Beryl’s faith and found her story moving. Practical lessons about wisdom and faith are skillfully woven into the plot. I appreciated that the narrative did not lose its momentum; it is fascinating from the beginning to the end. I enjoyed the twists within the plot and loved its gripping end. Another delightful and engaging Christian work in the Gems of Grace series, Beryl's Blessing by Edwina Kiernan is a wonderful, inspiring story told through the eyes and lives of its lovable main characters. It contains important lessons about hope and healing that fans will love.
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What Might Have Been
Elizabeth Johns
2023 Silver Medal
232 Pages
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Christian - Romance - Historical
Reviewed by Pikasho Deka for Readers' Favorite
What Might Have Been is the fifth installment of A Brethren In Arms series by Elizabeth Johns. After serving years in the British Royal Army fighting against Napolean's forces across the continent, Captain James Frome returns home to Scotland to find his family estate on the brink of collapse. Determined to do his part to help his family, James begins to work on the estate when he comes across Lady Annag McKiernan Calder, a former lover whose father had rejected his proposal for his daughter a decade ago. Now a widow, Anna is finally free of her unwanted marriage, and meeting James reignites their old spark. When Anna's sister Fenella goes missing, James and Anna travel to London to find the scoundrel Major Bexley and bring him to justice. Will James and Anna be able to have a life together?
What Might Have Been is a gem for Regency-era romance lovers. This character-driven tale hooks you with a captivating premise and keeps you engaged until the end. Elizabeth Johns paces the plot nicely, infusing a stellar combination of romance, humor, and a slight tinge of sleuth mystery that helps raise the stakes even higher. But the book's most impressive aspects were the characters and the primary love story between James and Anna. The two main characters play off each other brilliantly, and their interactions are filled with witty banter, humor, and snappy dialogue. I also enjoyed Fenella's storyline, which I sometimes found quite funny. Readers of historical romance novels will have a wonderful time with this book.
What Might Have Been is the fifth installment of A Brethren In Arms series by Elizabeth Johns. After serving years in the British Royal Army fighting against Napolean's forces across the continent, Captain James Frome returns home to Scotland to find his family estate on the brink of collapse. Determined to do his part to help his family, James begins to work on the estate when he comes across Lady Annag McKiernan Calder, a former lover whose father had rejected his proposal for his daughter a decade ago. Now a widow, Anna is finally free of her unwanted marriage, and meeting James reignites their old spark. When Anna's sister Fenella goes missing, James and Anna travel to London to find the scoundrel Major Bexley and bring him to justice. Will James and Anna be able to have a life together?
What Might Have Been is a gem for Regency-era romance lovers. This character-driven tale hooks you with a captivating premise and keeps you engaged until the end. Elizabeth Johns paces the plot nicely, infusing a stellar combination of romance, humor, and a slight tinge of sleuth mystery that helps raise the stakes even higher. But the book's most impressive aspects were the characters and the primary love story between James and Anna. The two main characters play off each other brilliantly, and their interactions are filled with witty banter, humor, and snappy dialogue. I also enjoyed Fenella's storyline, which I sometimes found quite funny. Readers of historical romance novels will have a wonderful time with this book.
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Chalkboard Preacher from Vinegar Bend
Vinegar Bend Series
Kay Chandler
2023 Gold Medal
284 Pages
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Christian - Romance - Historical
Reviewed by Frank Mutuma for Readers' Favorite
Chalkboard Preacher from Vinegar Bend by Kay Chandler takes us through the life of a talented preacher. Reverend Castle Marlowe was a troubled man who had to choose between taking care of his five children and giving up the preaching ministry he loved so much. Having lost his wife not long before, he made an impromptu decision to remarry. Rebekah had always been treated poorly by her father, and that's why deciding to run away from home came easily to her. She had already written to Aunt Nellie, who had come up with a solution for her. Was it going to work? Elsie had always known what she wanted: to own a shop and not have children. But was she content? To find out how these characters interact with the beloved preacher, get yourself a copy of this book.
Chalkboard Preacher from Vinegar Bend by Kay Chandler was so engaging that I could not put it down once I started reading. The twists and turns in the seamlessly flowing plotline kept me on the edge of my seat, yearning for more. Chandler has used suspense to great effect, and the steady pace kept me intrigued and entertained. The characters in the book are also well-developed, and the narration is good. The vivid descriptions of events and emotions will also capture the reader's imagination. The language is easy to understand, making the book accessible to readers. This is a promising series and I can't wait to learn how the drama unfolds with the return of Amelia. I am going straight to look for the follow-up.
Chalkboard Preacher from Vinegar Bend by Kay Chandler takes us through the life of a talented preacher. Reverend Castle Marlowe was a troubled man who had to choose between taking care of his five children and giving up the preaching ministry he loved so much. Having lost his wife not long before, he made an impromptu decision to remarry. Rebekah had always been treated poorly by her father, and that's why deciding to run away from home came easily to her. She had already written to Aunt Nellie, who had come up with a solution for her. Was it going to work? Elsie had always known what she wanted: to own a shop and not have children. But was she content? To find out how these characters interact with the beloved preacher, get yourself a copy of this book.
Chalkboard Preacher from Vinegar Bend by Kay Chandler was so engaging that I could not put it down once I started reading. The twists and turns in the seamlessly flowing plotline kept me on the edge of my seat, yearning for more. Chandler has used suspense to great effect, and the steady pace kept me intrigued and entertained. The characters in the book are also well-developed, and the narration is good. The vivid descriptions of events and emotions will also capture the reader's imagination. The language is easy to understand, making the book accessible to readers. This is a promising series and I can't wait to learn how the drama unfolds with the return of Amelia. I am going straight to look for the follow-up.
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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
Kindle Edition
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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
Kindle Edition
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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
Kindle Edition
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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
Kindle Edition
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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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