I’ve
heard a lot of great things about Pam Hillman’s books, but for some
reason, this is the first book that I have read of hers. I now have her
back list and will be catching up soon!
I
started liking Connor basically from page one of this story. But, after
he helped Isabella’s father start really living again, I was a goner! I
loved how his Irish accent came out when he spoke passionately about
something. He is such a good, kind, caring, honorable character and I
can’t wait to read about his brothers.
I
also really liked Isabella. She had so much on her shoulders. You
couldn’t help but sympathize with her and all she has been through. She
could be a bit impetuous and stubborn though. Sometimes this worked in
her favor, others it did not!
Isabella
had turned away from asking God for help. She blamed Him for all of the
misfortune that had fallen on her family. I love when she realizes that
she was foolish because God never promised a life free of trials and
tribulations, but He does promise life eternal.
4.5 Stars!
BACKCOVER BLURB:
Natchez, MS; 1791
Anxious for his brothers to join him on the rugged frontier along the Mississippi River, Connor O’Shea has no choice but to indenture himself as a carpenter in exchange for their passage from Ireland. But when he’s sold to Isabella Bartholomew of Breeze Hill Plantation, Connor fears he’ll repeat past mistakes and vows not to be tempted by the lovely lady.
The responsibilities of running Breeze Hill have fallen on Isabella’s shoulders after her brother was found dead in the swamps along the Natchez Trace and a suspicious fire devastated their crops, almost destroyed their home, and left her father seriously injured. Even with Connor’s help, Isabella fears she’ll lose her family’s plantation. Despite her growing feelings for the handsome Irish carpenter, she seriously considers accepting her wealthy and influential neighbor’s proposal of marriage.
Soon, though, Connor realizes someone is out to eliminate the Bartholomew family. Can he set aside his own feelings to keep Isabella safe?
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ReplyDeleteThanks Kim! And I apologize for the deleted comments. They had nothing to do with the book or review.
ReplyDeleteIt's hard to beat a story's setting written by someone who has lived there all of their life! We all have to do research and get the right details but what a delight to get them so right!