Joy to the World is a book containing three stories focused on the Christmas season in Regency England. These novellas are each a quick read that will help you prepare for the holiday!
The first tale is Heaven and Nature Sing written by Carolyn Miller. When Edith Mansfield is invited to attend her godmother's Christmas gathering, she has no idea that George Bannerman (her former fiancee) will be there, as well. Will Edith finally have an opportunity to be honest with George about why she broke off their engagement?
The next tale is Far as the Curse is Found, by Amanda Barratt. Dwight Inglewood, Earl of Amberly, has returned from war a severely wounded man. To protect himself from the rejection of the world, he has generally kept to himself at his country estate. When he goes to London to prepare his townhouse for sale, as he walks the dark streets, he meets Jenny Grey. When Jenny suddenly loses her job, Dwight offers her work on his estate in an effort to save both Jenny and your young daughter from a life of poverty. In the end, Jenny is not only saved from destitution, but she has the opportunity to point Dwight in the direction of our amazing God as a means to bring new life to the deadness of his world!
The final tale is The Wonders of His Love, by Erica Vetsch. After Lady Priscilla Haverly's mother-in-law injures her ankle, Cilla decides to throw a Christmas party to help raise everyone's spirits. When a painter is brought in to create portraits as gifts, you will not believe what happens at this festive event!
I received this book from Kregel Publishing in exchange for my honest review.