Historical Romance Book Review: Pretending to Wed
About the Book
Title: Pretending to Wed
Series: Frontier Vows (Book 2)
Genre: Historical Romance
Author: Melissa Jagears
Publisher: Utmost Publishing
Release Date: May 20, 2020
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Publisher's Description
“It’s a match made in heaven…as long as they don’t fall in love! The
ranch Nolan Key has spent decades working for, even lost a leg for, is
now his—or at least it should be. But an absurd clause in his father’s
will means he’s in danger of losing the place to his lazy, undeserving
cousin. Nolan finds himself scrambling to save his home—by proposing
marriage to the town laundress. Corinne Stillwater’s hands have betrayed
her. Numb from hours of doing the same work over and over, her hands
will only heal, according to the town doctor, if she gives up the
laundry and marries. But she’s been stung repeatedly by love before, so
that is one remedy she can’t swallow. When Nolan offers Corinne a
marriage in name only, how can she refuse? Such a partnership could give
them the security they seek, but what if the ranch isn't as secure as
they believe, and their lives—and dreams—aren't quite as compatible as
they thought?
Pretending to Wed is the second book in the Frontier Vows Series by award-winning Christian romance author Melissa Jagears.
If you like marriage of convenience stories that deal with the
nitty-gritty of making a relationship work, you’ll love this authentic
romance set in a time gone by that tackles issues still relevant for
today.”
My Review
Pretending to Wed (Frontier Vows, Book 2), by Melissa Jagears,
is a terrific historical fiction novel! Offering a refreshing story
rooted in the marriage-of-convenience sub-genre, this book is compelling
and unexpected. I was thoroughly invested in this novel after just a
few paragraphs, because page after page, this well-written book
successfully balances history, romance, faith, and intrigue, making the
story utterly entertaining.
The
characters in this novel are unconventional, authentic, and
unforgettable. As they struggle with physical limitations, regrets, and
emotional scars, they are wholly relatable. Even as they encounter
various trials that test their faith and place their dreams in jeopardy,
the gift of God’s grace brings hope, forgiveness, healing and
restoration. As the characters learn to place the needs of others before
their own, this novel moves beyond mere entertainment and into a space
of true meaning, encouragement, and relevancy.
Pretending to Wed is
a thoughtful novel of new beginnings and new perspectives. It is a
story of faith, trust, and embracing the unexpected. It is also a story
of love and selflessness. From beginning to end, this novel is truly a
pleasure to read. It is honest, tender, heartfelt, and ultimately
uplifting. I sincerely recommend it.
*I
was given a copy of this book by the author/publisher. A review was not
required. The review I have written contains opinions that are entirely
my own.
My Reflection
Within the pages of Pretending to Wed,
there is an emphasis on the value of selflessness. Though they begin by
seeking solutions that serve their own best interests, the characters
soon discover that acts of thoughtfulness, generosity, and sacrificial
love are the only actions worth taking. Their faith grows stronger and
their trials become bearable when they turn to God in prayer and place
their trust fully in his provision rather than in their own plans and
abilities. As they pursue God's will and seek to lift others up, they
find genuine hope and purpose. While telling a remarkable story, Pretending to Wed
also points readers to the gracious love beautifully described in I
Corinthians 13, a love to which we should all aspire to give and to
receive.
About the Author: Melissa Jagears
“Much to her introverted self's delight, award-winning author Melissa Jagears
hardly needs to leave her home to be a homeschooling mother and
novelist. She lives in Kansas with her husband and three children and
can be found online at her website, Facebook, Pinterest, and Goodreads.”
--Biography from Melissa Jagears author page on Amazon.com.
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