Review: Soft and Subtle
Rating: 3 out of 5
Date: 04 27, 2013
I found this book to be quite engaging, start to finish. Mona writes in a style that is soft and subtle. Her characters are bright, forthcoming and easy to relate to. Her writing skill is crisp, clear and hits right on its mark.I love that this story is full of faith and hope. It mirrors clearly the uncertainties of life, but also a God who is in control.Maren is a strong young woman who wouldn't let her disability get in the way of what needs to be done. Her faith is profound and she has a heart of gold.Rutherfold, as I prefer to call him, is a man persistent to make things right despite past mistakes without forcing his way. His character is a perfect example of how one ought to show gratitude for grace when it is offered.Gabi is a sweet little girl and her bouncing curls always managed to make me stop with a smile. Mother Bratenberg was a wise old one. I loved that her character mirrored the true human nature that though we love God and let His Word sink in our hearts, it takes His grace to deal rightly with people, especially those that have hurt us.The stories of some of the characters were left unfinished. I'm a fan of prairie romance as I'm sensing the next book in the series will be. So I'm looking forward to seeing how the trail to the west will affect the characters of this story.If you love a simple, soft and subtle romance, one with modest character, then this book is for you. I'd compare it to a Lori Wick laced with spunky metaphor. It is a book you can read in one sitting if you push hard enough.