Before We Were Us

 

On the opening pages of Before We Were Us, by Denise Hunter, Jonah Landry is ready to propose to Lauren Wentworth.  However, before he can get the words out, he must hear the sound of this woman’s body hitting the floor in the place that could have held their future wedding!

Jonah is not sure which way to turn when he discovers that Lauren has forgotten everything about the past four months. Lauren takes time to try to recall her past!

It’s fun to watch Jonah and Lauren slowly find their way back to each other.  You only wonder where they will land!

The Earl's Betrothal

The Earl's Betrothal, written by Karen Tuft, continues the story of the Hargreaves family.  The younger sister, Louisa, was married in the first tale, Wager for a Wife.  This second tale begins with the Hargreaves family deep in mourning, thinking the two sons of the family, Alex and Anthony, are both dead.  When suddenly Anthony shows up at the door very much alive, the lifeblood of this family is super renewed!

After initial rejoicing about the son who has returned home, the father of this dynasty insists that his son produce an heir to protect the family line.  Anthony, still struggling with trauma from his time battling in the war, has other things on his mind!

It is interesting to see where this tale will take all of the characters in this family.  You wonder if Anthony will eventually find relief from his time at war and if his peace will come from the woman he marries in the end!

Hidden in the Night

 

Hidden in the Night, by Elizabeth Goddard, opens with Ivy Elliott entering a cabin, engulfed in snow, only to find a man beyond the unlocked front door with a knife protruding from his chest.  Ivy had come to Alaska in response to a threat   against her mother; however, this is the last thing she ever expected to encounter. You sense this will be a tale full of unknowns!

Two days previous Ivy had met up with the woman she thought could help with her quest to track down a rare manuscript.  Ivy arrives only to discover that this woman’s granddaughter had not only taken the manuscript but she was missing herself.  Now Ivy’s search has expanded from just locating a rare item to also tracking down a missing young woman who may also be in danger!

When Ivy seeks help from the Alaska State Troopers, she is surprised to be face to face with Nolan Long.  She had met Nolan previously; however, Ivy had not been able to forget this man.  Nolan was in the same place of limbo about Ivy!

It is interesting to see what Ivy and Nolan discover as they move forward in their search for this missing woman.  They will definitely encounter a lot of action along the way!

I received a copy of this book from Revell in exchange for my review.

Unforgiven

 

Unforgiven, by Shelley Shepard Gray, opens with Seth Zimmerman stopping by Tabitha Yoder’s home to assist with some of her chores.  Seth is a former student of Tabitha’s; however, after a death in their Amish community has left Seth with the label of ex-con, Tabitha is uneasy with his presence!

Although Tabitha is a mere three years older than Seth, her unease is due to her memories of her abusive ex-husband.  After two years of his weekly visits, Seth is surprised when one day Tabitha steps outside to thank him.  Soon you will see these two begin to converse like old friends!

When Tabitha’s ex-husband shows up again, you wonder what will happen next.  Will Tabitha be able to live in the new freedom she has found or will her ex-husband bring violence back into her world?  Hold fast to see how Seth and Tabitha respond to this potential threat!

I received this book from Revell in exchange for my honest review.

To Catch a Coronet

 

To Catch a Coronet, by Grace Hitchcock, opens in the year 1813 and Muriel Beau has decided to take it upon herself to find a fiancé.  Her parents, being in charge of the task, only brought failure.  Unfortunately, when Muriel proposes to the man of her choice, she and the rest of the ballroom hears his rejection loud and clear!

After Muriel heads to London looking for a man with a title, she meets a man she thinks is a simple sailor.  This sailor is actually a sea captain and the Earl of Draycott.  Erik has come home to recover from injuries.  He had not been back to England in three years.  Unfortunately, no one is in sight when Erik enters the front door of his home.  He soon finds that shenanigans have been at play in his absence.  Erik has mystery to solve!

Muriel is shocked, when at her first dance she learns that news of her disastrous proposal has found its way to London.  What will she do now?  Muriel cannot believe it when Erik actually appears and rescues her!

While Erik was at sea, an enemy reached out and left him gravely injured.  Now that he is back in England, this person has decided to get at Erik by threatening Muriel.  Erik must take action to protect this woman who is slowly becoming more than just a friend!

By the final page; you will discover that Erik’s mystery involves someone you would never have imagined!

I received this book from he author in exchange for my honest review.

Escape to Everly Manor

Escape to Everly Manor, by Chalon Linton, tells the tale of Lizzy Stanton, age nineteen, and her nine-year-old brother, Thomas.   Following the unexpected deaths of their parents,  they learn to navigate life together.  Their Uncle Clive has taken over authority of their estate and suddenly begins to make all the decisions concerning Lizzy and Thomas's lives!

When Lizzy learns that she has been engaged to a man twice her age and Thomas is to be sent into the dangerous world of working on a ship at sea, she knows she must take this situation into her own hands.  When Lizzy travels with Thomas to board his ship, you realize their adventure is just beginning!

Lizzy and Thomas leave their carriage and enter a world that will change their lives forever!

Love on a Whim

 

Love on a Whim, by Suzanne Woods Fisher, opens with Brynn Haywood heading to Cape Cod.  She needs the assistance of her best friend Dawn.  Brynn does not which way to turn.  She actually woke up in Vegas married to a complete stranger!

As Brynn settles in for a much-needed visit, she soon becomes involved in the planning of a high society wedding.  When she begins working on baking wedding cakes, she soon remembers her love of baking.   Before Brynn knows it, she is considering buying a local small bakery up for sale!

When Dawn attempts to set up an opportunity for Brynn to obtain a divorce, you will not believe the man who crosses her path!

This is a great tale to wrap up this series.  You will learn a lot of new details about several familiar characters!

I received a copy of this book from Revell in exchange for my review.