Thursday, January 19, 2017

Summer on Sunset Ridge by Sharlene MacLaren


 
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About the Book



Book: Summer on Sunset Ridge, Freedom Series Book 1  

Author: Sharlene MacLaren  

Genre: Historical Christian Romance

Brought up on a Quaker farm near Philadelphia at the brink of the Civil War, plainspoken Rebecca Albright is charitable, peace-loving, submissive—and a feisty abolitionist. Determined to aid the Underground Railroad no matter what the cost, her path collides with that of formidable slave-catcher Clay Dalton. When Rebecca is assigned to nurse Clay back to health following a near-fatal gunshot wound, her uneasiness around him and the questions surrounding his mysterious past complicate their strained but developing relationship.

Sherriff Clay Dalton is grimly fighting several battles of his own as he stays on at the Albright farm to work off his debt to the family that has saved his life and taken him in. He is torn between his past commitments in the South and his unlikely present among this quiet Quaker community in the North. Almost against his will, he begins to ponder the impossible idea of a future with Rebecca.…

When tensions between North and South escalate, Rebecca and Clay find themselves propelled on a journey to discover just who God has called them to be, and they soon realize that each holds a key to the other’s answer.

My Review

A thrilling, romantic read set at the cusp of the Civil War with the backdrop of a Quaker family. I loved the thrilling work of abolitionists that we are able to encounter. The characters and action were so clear in my mind as though I was part of the story. The family is endearing and all of their decisions are guided by the Lord. Clay enters the scene quite unexpectedly as an outsider, but is taken care of well by this Quaker family. We are able to see how the Lord leads us to Himself and to His will through unexpected circumstances or even circumstances that seem negative at the time. I felt right at home with the Allbright family, and felt welcomed into the Quaker community. I loved the boldness and the way that Rebecca was not your typical quiet girl that we would expect of a Quaker. I love when history and a thrilling, feel good read come together- and that's exactly what Summer on Sunset Ridge brings together in such a seamless way. This book made me catch my breath and fuzzy on the inside as well. How could you not enjoy this read? I recommend it for all! 

I received this book for free and all opinions given are my own.





About the Author



Sharlene MacLaren Born and raised in western Michigan, award-winning, bestselling author Sharlene MacLaren attended Spring Arbor University. After graduating, she traveled with a nationally touring Christian vocal ensemble, returning home to Spring Arbor to marry her husband, Cecil, whom she’d known since childhood. Together they raised two daughters. Now happily retired after teaching elementary school for 31 years, “Shar” enjoys reading, singing in the church choir and worship teams, traveling, and spending time with her husband, children, and grandchildren. Her novels include the contemporary romances Through Every Storm, Long Journey Home, and Tender Vow; the beloved Little Hickman Creek series (Loving Liza Jane, Sarah, My Beloved, Courting Emma, and Christmas Comes to Little Hickman Creek, a novella), and three historic romance trilogies: The Daughters of Jacob Kane (Hannah Grace, Maggie Rose, and Abbie Ann); River of Hope (Livvie’s Song, Ellie’s Haven, and Sofia’s Secret); Tennessee Dreams: Heart of Mercy, Threads of Joy, and Gift of Grace.
 

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Giveaway



To celebrate Sharlene’s tour, Whitaker House is giving away:

Grand Prize

Brown and tan fashion purse with cross, multiple interior and exterior pockets and

and

Five Sharlene MacLaren titles: Summer on Sunset Ridge (Forever Freedom #1); Heart of Mercy (Tennessee Dreams #1); Livvie’s Song (River of Hope #1); Hannah Grace (Daughters of Jacob Kane #1); Loving Liza Jane (Little Hickman Creek #1)

Second Prize

“Keepers of the Light” Orange/Cinnamon/Clove candle from   www.acheerfulgiver.com  and
Summer on Sunset Ridge

Third Prize

Summer on Sunset Ridge

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4 comments:

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    1. Thanks so much, Virginia. So happy to read your comment. God bless!

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  2. What a wonderful opportunity ! New author to me so this would be wonderful to win and get to read !!!
    Thank you
    Linda Marie Finn
    faithfulacresbodysoulspirit @ gmail dot com

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  3. I loved your review and think I would so enjoy this book !!!

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