Now in My Bookbag: Love is Come, by Heather B. Moore

I am lucky to have received an advance copy of this book, and was asked only for an honest review in return. The opinions expressed here are my own.

I am absolutely captivated by this historical romance from the Power of the Matchmaker Series. Author Heather B. Moore does an impressive job creating a world that is complete with the attitudes and social norms of the time.

Moore also does a fantastic job making me feel Nelle’s story, which is heartrendingly sad, more so because of the treatment she receives from the family on whom she needs to lean. Her only consolations are the time spent with either Mathew or Pearl. She also finds solace in her music. This is totally relatable for almost every reader, even if they are not musicians. Music is universal in its ability to provide a release for what ails the heart.

Pearl’s efforts to unite Nelle with her match are hard fought, giving the story that much more interest. Her existence is of great import to Nelle, and I find that Pearl is written to provide humor and heart to the book. Moore makes me believe that the deep friendship between the two is as important to Pearl as it is to Nelle.

Finally, Moore gives Nelle a huge capacity for love and compassion, which is like a balm to the pettiness and disdain that Nelle must face throughout the story. I believe that she will become one of my favorite heroines from my plethora of books. 5 stars

Now in My Bookbag: Forgiven by S.J. West (The Watchers Trilogy Book #3)

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Forgiven is a solid conclusion to this great trilogy. Like the other two books of the trilogy, this part of the story is built around a bit of theology and includes earthbound angels in half of the main cast of characters. However, that is not the only theme of this trilogy.

I appreciate the moving romance, loving friendships and broad definition of family that West carries through the entire series like a thread that stitches the series together. The storytelling includes just the right amount of humor and happiness to lighten what could have become a little too serious. Oh, there are tears to be shed in this book, but the overall feel is hopeful.

I think that the story is creative, well thought out, and a perfect set up for a sequel series.

4 1/2 stars

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Now in My Bookbag: Hope, Book 2 in the Harvester of Light Trilogy, by SJ West

This book is the perfect complement to Harvester. It is full of unexpected twists and provides a lot of information that I feel will be important in Dawn, the third book of the trilogy. West delivers this information in a plausible and interesting way.

The first third of the book progresses at a fast pace with lots of action. It is also during this segment that Skye realizes some inconvenient truths. There is a lot of shock and awe here.

The second third of the book is the critical information gleaning stage. It includes shocking, heart aching decisions. Also, it is difficult to see just how cruel some people can be. It is also encouraging to see how unconditional love can be.

The final third of the book provides a lot of character development for Skye, and delivers Hope, and makes me cry… a lot. Grab some tissues and this book. It is truly a great read.