Having four novellas in one book is like getting a sweet buy-one-free-one deal at my favorite store. I’m happy to have requested Among The Fair Magnolias from BookLook. I’m even happier to read it as I love the great quality of the four authors’ writing.
A Heart So True by Dorothy Love
Even if this story is short, simple and took place in a span of a few days and then a couple of months after, I get the chance to know the personalities of the characters, which is wonderful. They are real: with all their imperfections, with all their beliefs. That meant the author Dorothy Love’s books are promising. A Heart So True is a captivating novella, even if the mention of God is only at the beginning.
To Mend A Dream by Tamera Alexander
This is one romantic and exciting novella. The timeline is a little off, though, because while reading, I don’t know how many days or months has passed until later, when I have already formed my opinion on the situation. So then, I have to change it again, since people of the olden times were not that liberated, right? Or not… As a passionate kiss is shared even before getting married. There is also another thing I don’t understand, pertaining to engagements. But, I don’t want to spoil the story.
This is not only a romantic and exciting novella, but is one that inspired me to always pray to the Lord. As a parent, I am reminded that I must leave a lasting and Godly legacy to my children.
Love Beyond Limits by Elizabeth Musser
One of the words that I use to describe this novella is political. I get to catch a glimpse of a little part of history of the U. S. and why KKK existed. It is not my cup of tea, though, yet the way the story is written is compelling. I am touched by the deep convictions of the characters, the heartrending circumstances they are under, and the heartfelt cry to the Lord. If I were in Emily’s position, I would also feel confused and would long for the peace of God. It inspires faith in troubled times.
An Outlaw’s Heart by Shelley Gray
I love Shelley Gray’s way with words that helps me imagine the dry and uncomfortable Texas setting. There are some instances that made me smile and some that made me think that the hero is fortunate to have things work in his favor. Too fortunate that they seem too good to be true. I think that this outlaw’s heart hasn’t really changed in the years he’s been with a gang of ill repute. In fact, it seems to me that his character was not very mature or developed. He almost gave up and it was his mama who provided the ideas. Same goes for Nora, I could imagine her giggling like a schoolgirl in Russell’s presence. I wish that the themes of forgiveness, of reconciliation, of choosing to follow one’s heart were more elaborate.
A fun collection of recipes await at the end of the book.
Note: I received Among The Fair Magnolias from BookLook, that’s where I get ebooks for free, I just need to share my review here. All opinions expressed are my own.
Among The Fair Magnolias, Four Southern Love Stories
Fiction
Thomas Nelson
2015
ePub
481
Book Description
Four Southern women are at a turning point in history . . . and in their own hearts.
To Mend a Dream by Tamera Alexander
The Civil War cost Savannah Darby everything-her family and her home. When Aidan Bedford, an attorney from Boston, buys the Darby estate, he hires Savannah to redecorate. Can she find a mysterious treasure before her job is finished?
An Outlaw's Heart by Shelley Gray
When Russell Stark returns to Fort Worth, he's determined to begin a new life. But when he arrives at his mother's homestead, he discovers that she is very ill and the woman he loved is still as beautiful and sweet as he remembered. With time running out, Russell must come to terms with both his future and his past.
A Heart So True by Dorothy Love
Abigail knows all too well what is expected of her: to marry her distant cousin Charles and take her place in society. But her heart belongs to another. A terrible incident forces Abby to choose between love and duty.
Love Beyond Limits by Elizabeth Musser
Emily has a secret: She's in love with one of the freedmen on her family's plantation. Meanwhile, another man declares his love for her. Emily realizes some things are not as they seem and secrets must be kept in order to keep those she loves safe.
About the Authors
Tamera Alexander is the best-selling author of numerous books including A Lasting Impression and The Inheritance.Her richly-drawn characters and thought-provoking plots have earned her devoted readers worldwide. Tamera is a two-time Christy Award winner, two-time RITA winner, and a recipient of the prestigious Library Journal Award. Tamera and her husband recently returned to her Southern roots and now make their home in Nashville. Visit her website at www.tameraalexander.com Facebook: tamera.alexander Twitter: @tameraalexander
A native of west Tennessee, Dorothy Love makes her home in the Texas hill country with her husband and their golden retriever. An award-winning author of numerous young adult novels, Dorothy made her adult debut with the Hickory Ridge novels. Facebook: dorothylovebooks Twitter: @WriterDorothy
Shelley Gray is the author of The Heart of a Hero series. Her Amish novel (written as Shelley Shepard Gray), The Protector, recently made the New York Times best seller list. A native of Texas, she earned her bachelor's and master's degrees in Colorado and taught school for ten years. She and her husband have two children and live in Southern Ohio. Visit her website at www.shelleyshepardgray.com Facebook: ShelleyShepardGray Twitter: @ShelleySGray
I think I have signed up for BookLook. If I have more time to read, maybe I’ll try to do reviews also. They do have really nice books. Thanks for this review 🙂
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