Tuesday, February 3, 2026

TEXAS RECLAIMED by Sherry Shindelar, Reviewed by Paula Shreckhise #ReleaseDay

Lone Star Redemption Book 3
 
PAULA'S REVIEW:
This is the first time I have read a book by this author and it was a winner. Beautiful descriptions of the setting, a romance that was cautious but showed Cora and Ben relying on God constantly for guidance, and a struggle with an addiction to laudanum that caught many in its snare.
 
The research was extensive and portrayed the characters realistically. Cora and Ben were complex people who faced a variety of obstacles; however, their faith sustained them and gave them courage.
 
Ms. Shindelar has a command of the language, setting and customs of the era, which made this a very enjoyable read.
I need to go back and read the previous books in the series, although this book stands alone easily.
* A complimentary copy of this book was provided by Wild Heart Books on behalf of the author. I was not required to post a favorable review. All opinions are mine alone.*4 stars and a solid faith thread 

BackCover Blurb:
Can love blossom between a woman haunted by her family's past and a man with a war-scarred heart?

Cora Scott is determined to hold onto her family's Texas ranch and provide a stable home for her young half brother, Charlie, despite the mounting challenges of post-Civil War frontier life. But when a scheming creditor threatens to seize their land, she must accept help from Ben McKenzie, a former Yankee soldier sent by her late brother. Though Ben's generosity and strength draw her, the man's private struggle she stumbles upon—too reminiscent of her father's alcoholism—makes her question whether she can trust her heart to him.

Ben McKenzie arrives in Texas intent on fulfilling his promise to his dying friend to protect Cora and Charlie. While using his inheritance to save their ranch, he battles not only the loss of their cattle but also his dependency on laudanum—a medicine that turned into a curse after his imprisonment at Andersonville. As his feelings for Cora deepen, he must choose between his promise to his father to take over their Philadelphia newspaper and his growing dream of a life with Cora in Texas.

When a Comanche warrior begins courting Cora and Ben's responsibilities in Philadelphia threaten to tear them apart, they must decide if their love is strong enough to overcome their fears and forge a future together on the Texas frontier.

Wild Heart Books, February, 2026
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