My Review
One thing that's always consistent with Jody's books are how
impeccably researched they are. No matter what the topic is of the series she knows her stuff and presents her research findings in an easy to read yet fun format.
I love how much I am able to learn about the historical time period from her books, interesting facts I may not have encountered otherwise if
I hadn't read her books.
I do believe if you've read historical fiction you've probably read about mail order brides , this book is about brides coming on a bride ship to get married. Can you just imagine a ship full of ladies looking to get married hoping for a faithful,caring,God fearing man? That would definitely be a sight to see. You can just imagine the emotions these ladies were going through.
Now the lady the story focuses on is Zoe Hart, an unemployed mill worker accused of a crime looking for a better life and to be reunited with her brother so she emigrates to British Columbia in 1863.
Humble, unassuming preacher to the miners Abe Merivale is frustrated with his failed engagement and is understandably devastated by the news his fiancee in England is marrying another.
The author will keep you turning pages quickly to see how things are progressing with our main characters and the precious baby that
brought them together .
I very much enjoy reading the faith message in all of Jody's books . The last book in the Bride Ships series releases in August and I'm
eagerly anticipating it! Pub Date 30 Jun 2020 by Bethany House Publishers. I was given a complimentary copy of this book. Thank you. All opinions expressed are my own.
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GoodReads Summary
Upon discovering an abandoned baby, Pastor Abe Merivale joins efforts with Zoe Hart, one of the newly arrived bride-ship women, to care for the infant. With mounting pressure to find the baby a home, Abe offers his hand as Zoe's groom. But after a hasty wedding, they soon realize their marriage of convenience is not so convenient after all.
About The Author
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Historical Fiction, Romance, Young Adult
Jody Hedlund is the author of over twenty historicals for both adults and teens and is the winner of numerous awards including the Christy, Carol, and Christian Book Award. Jody lives in central Michigan with her husband, five busy children, and five spoiled cats. Although Jody prefers to experience daring and dangerous adventures through her characters rather than in real life, she’s learned that a calm existence is simply not meant to be (at least in this phase of her life!). When she’s not penning another of her page-turning stories, she loves to spend her time reading, especially when it also involves consuming coffee and chocolate.
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