Words Spoken True, written by Ann H. Gabhart, is a book that looks at Adriane Darcy during the 1850s in Louisville. Adriane’s father has a newspaper, The Tribune, where Adriane likes to spend her time and also writes as a journalist. Unfortunately, since she is a woman, she doesn’t have the same opportunities as others to work for the newspaper. In order to save her father’s newspaper, she must marry Stanley Jimson, the son of a wealthy businessman. When competition starts with another newspaper in the town, even more romance and suspense ensues as Adriane and Blake, from the competing newspaper, find themselves feeling attraction to one another.
I enjoy reading historical fiction books, and this story was no exception. Adriane was a brave character who was willing to do whatever was necessary to save her father’s newspaper. She was strong in her faith, and she also set a great example for women in that time who were unable to follow their dreams. I also liked the relationship between Blake and Adriane; Blake felt protective over Adriane and felt her relationship with Stanley would not be the best fit for her. This truly shows his feelings for her, even when she is supposed to be his “enemy” because they are running competing newspapers.
I’m glad I had the opportunity to read this book, and I really enjoyed learning more about what life was like for people trying to recover after the Civil War. I will definitely recommend this book to others, and I look forward to reading more stories written by Ann Gabhart!!
Available February 2012 at your favorite bookseller from Revell, a division of Baker Publishing Group.
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from Revell Books. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."
Sunday, February 26, 2012
Saturday, February 4, 2012
Summer of Promise
Summer of Promise is the first novel in the Westward Winds series, and it was written by Amanda Cabot. The book follows Abigail Harding as she travels to Fort Laramie in Wyoming based on concerns over her sister Charlotte. What was supposed to be a trip to see her sister during 1885 turns into one adventure after another. There was a stagecoach robbery, robberies, and a romance which was not in the plans since Abigail is practically engaged with a co-worker in Vermont. Ethan Bowles, who is Abigail’s romantic interest in Wyoming, is an Army Lieutenant whose last plan is to fall in love. Although neither wants to enter into a relationship, it seems that the attraction between Abigail and Ethan is going to be difficult to ignore.
I enjoyed this book and how realistic the characters were. I found myself really wanting Abigail and Ethan to forget their past heartaches and start a relationship with one another. Abigail’s bravery also impressed me; for a woman to travel in the 1880s was very difficult due to the dangers of stagecoach travel. The book was not as predictable as some romantic novels can be, and I found myself wanting to find out what would happen next at Fort Laramie. In addition to liking historical novels, I have also found myself recently reading many books set in the late 1800s. I have come to find a greater appreciation for this time in America’s history, and I am glad this book taught me even more about the 1880s and life on the frontier. I cannot wait to read more books in this series, and I am hoping to learn more about some of the other characters in Summer of Promise who were introduced in this book.
Available February 2012 at your favorite bookseller from Revell, a division of Baker Publishing Group.
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from Revell Books. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."
I enjoyed this book and how realistic the characters were. I found myself really wanting Abigail and Ethan to forget their past heartaches and start a relationship with one another. Abigail’s bravery also impressed me; for a woman to travel in the 1880s was very difficult due to the dangers of stagecoach travel. The book was not as predictable as some romantic novels can be, and I found myself wanting to find out what would happen next at Fort Laramie. In addition to liking historical novels, I have also found myself recently reading many books set in the late 1800s. I have come to find a greater appreciation for this time in America’s history, and I am glad this book taught me even more about the 1880s and life on the frontier. I cannot wait to read more books in this series, and I am hoping to learn more about some of the other characters in Summer of Promise who were introduced in this book.
Available February 2012 at your favorite bookseller from Revell, a division of Baker Publishing Group.
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from Revell Books. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."
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