Review: Fantastic Historical Romance
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 12 23, 2013
I cannot give a book like this enough praise! It is everything a historical romance should be. I honestly don't know of anything that would make the book better--definitely a worthwhile read with a great story, amazing characters, and a wonderfully romantic ending!Let me highlight the best things about this book. First of all, profanity is nearly nonexistent. And if there is any, it is so mild that I did not really notice it. Secondly, there is no sex! None! Even beyond that, the characters don't even think that having sex outside of marriage is right! Yes! More books like this, please! Temptation exists, for sure, but I am so glad they waited. And finally, prayer actually occurs. I love it when historical books include God (even if the book is secular). You cannot divorce God from the history of the world, and I get very tired of books doing that. This book casts God in a good light--also something that a lot of history books don't do. I can't thank the author enough for including these things in her book.I was delighted with this book from start to finish. It showed the independence of women and even how lying is not always the answer. Eliza is one strong woman, and Will is a fantastic guy. I enjoyed the humor and pathos of the story, and I hope to read more books by Joyce Proell.I was sent a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review. I was not financially compensated, and all opinions are 100 percent mine.