LaVonne W. (Grnemae) - , reviewed on 8/16/2008 + 451 more book reviews

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This was not at all what I expected in a historical romance - it was better than most I have read. Rather than being a straight forward romance it focuses on the desire within each of the mail-order brides to fulfill a dream, a chance for a new beginning and for a better life than what they have left behind. Pettiness, jealousy and anger give way to feelings of accomplishment and satisfaction as they realize that they can withstand the rigors of the trail and each woman struggles to become a better more complete person. Thrown into the mix is a mystery journal writer. Who is she and what is her goal and her desire? This book kept me on pins and needles as I tried to determine how each woman would react to the next hurdle placed in their way. This book has great potential as a bookshelf keeper.

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