An Elegant Facade by Kristi Ann Hunter

This book was excellent. I started off by reading the author's note and decided that even though Kristi Ann says that you can read this book without reading A Noble Masquerade, I decided that I better start at the beginning. While you could read this book without the other stories, I prefer to start at the beginning. I'm real glad I did. I started with A Lady of Esteem, Kristi Ann's e-novella before reading the next two books. All three were fantastic. The e-novella sets the stage for the Hawthorne House Regency series and A Noble Masquerade and An Elegant Facade continue the story. What I liked best about this book is that the setting is during the same time frame as the previous book. Each book is about a sister and her debut season. Their stories intertwine, so you get some of the same scenes but the perspective is completely different. Her characters are interesting and the story lines keep you wanting to continue reading. I highly recommend reading all three of Kristi Ann Hunter's books. Thank you to the publisher for the free copy.

Where Hope Prevails by Jannette Oke and Laurel Oke Logan

A fantastic sequel! This book is the third in the series "Return to the Canadian West", and picks up shortly after the previous book. As a reader you are instantly drawn to the main character, Beth, and her quiet, compassionate, and kind demeanor. Though small in stature, Beth's faith is strong, and the book details her relatable struggles and triumphs as a Christian. With God's help she discovers how to respond to a fellow teacher who does not share her beliefs, as well as place her full faith and trust in the Lord for her future, hopes, and dreams. Overall, "Where Hope Prevails" is an excellent continuation of the series. Thank you to the publisher for this review.

From This Moment by Elizabeth Camden

Loved this book! Elizabeth Camden does such a great job of creating intriguing characters and laying out a vivid scene. She grabs your attention from the very beginning of the book and you are hooked throughout. My teenage daughter even read this book and could not put it down. She had to buy a copy for her cousin! The main character, Stella West, is so determined to figure out what happened to her sister and she throws all caution to the wind even if it means her safety, propriety and burning bridges. Romulus White is a self professed bachelor and part owner of struggling magazine, but upon meeting Stella, whom he desperately needs to work for him, he starts to rethink his bachelor status. The relationship between these two was charming and well written. You could envision them walking down the street together. Before you purchase this book, you must read a novella by Elizabeth Camden called, Summer Dreams. This book is a short story which includes Romulus and two other important characters. It is a great read as well. I highly recommend both books. Thank you to the publisher for a free copy.