For readers who love a heartwarming romance and a rich historical setting comes a tale of a young woman with a heavy burden, the International Cotton Exposition, and the pursuit of true love.
Eighteen-year-old Laurel Millard, youngest of seven children, is expected to stay home and "take care of Mama" by her older siblings, but Laurel has dreams of starting her own family. Operating a silk loom at the Atlanta Exposition will give her the chance to capture the heart of a man wealthy enough to take care of Laurel and any children she might bear, as well as her mother.
Langdon Rochester's parents have given him an ultimatum: settle down with a wife or lose his family inheritance. At the Exposition, Langdon meets Laurel. Marrying her would satisfy his parents's command, she would look lovely on his arm for social events, and in her besotted state, he believes she would overlook him continuing pursuing rowdy adventures with his unmarried buddies. Langdon decides to woo Laurel. Willie
Sharp is not well-off and must take on an extra job at the Atlanta Exposition as a security guard. When mischief-makers cause trouble in the Women's Building, Willie is put in charge of keeping the building secure. He enjoys visiting with Laurel, who seems like the little sister he never had, but his feelings for Laurel change to something much deeper. Can Willie convince Laurel that he can give her better life--even with so little to offer?
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Meet the Author:
Kim Vogel Sawyer is a best-selling author with more than one million books in print. Kim lives in central Kansas with her retired military husband, Don, where she continues to write gentle stories of hope. She enjoys spending time with her three daughters and grandchildren.
My Thoughts:
I loved this book. It just got better and better the closer it got to the end. I learned a lot from it, not just about the Atlanta Exposition in 1895, but about racial tension, social tension and faith. The author did such a great job in expressing feelings and ideas happening during this time period.
I think my favorite person was probably Willie. He was just an all over great guy, honest, caring, dependable and hard working. I also enjoyed Quincy, his friend. It was interesting to see how the feelings of others affected their friendship and changed things between them. Hence, we can be easily influenced by those around us and their thoughts and ideas. Laurel and the girls in the silk room also made the book come to life. They were great characters. It was also fun to see how the silk process worked.
I enjoyed the author incorporation of faith and dependence on God for every situation, as well as, the importance of prayer. I was especially proud of Mr Rochester at the end. I can't say much without giving away spoilers, but I would highly recommend this book. I have enjoyed this author in the past, and this book was just as good or better than others of hers I have read.
I received a copy courtesy of Waterbrook Publishing. I was not asked to write a positive review and all opinions are my own.
Eighteen-year-old Laurel Millard, youngest of seven children, is expected to stay home and "take care of Mama" by her older siblings, but Laurel has dreams of starting her own family. Operating a silk loom at the Atlanta Exposition will give her the chance to capture the heart of a man wealthy enough to take care of Laurel and any children she might bear, as well as her mother.Langdon Rochester's parents have given him an ultimatum: settle down with a wife or lose his family inheritance. At the Exposition, Langdon meets Laurel. Marrying her would satisfy his parents's command, she would look lovely on his arm for social events, and in her besotted state, he believes she would overlook him continuing pursuing rowdy adventures with his unmarried buddies. Langdon decides to woo Laurel. Willie
Sharp is not well-off and must take on an extra job at the Atlanta Exposition as a security guard. When mischief-makers cause trouble in the Women's Building, Willie is put in charge of keeping the building secure. He enjoys visiting with Laurel, who seems like the little sister he never had, but his feelings for Laurel change to something much deeper. Can Willie convince Laurel that he can give her better life--even with so little to offer?
Get your copy HERE
Meet the Author:
Kim Vogel Sawyer is a best-selling author with more than one million books in print. Kim lives in central Kansas with her retired military husband, Don, where she continues to write gentle stories of hope. She enjoys spending time with her three daughters and grandchildren.
My Thoughts:
I loved this book. It just got better and better the closer it got to the end. I learned a lot from it, not just about the Atlanta Exposition in 1895, but about racial tension, social tension and faith. The author did such a great job in expressing feelings and ideas happening during this time period.
I think my favorite person was probably Willie. He was just an all over great guy, honest, caring, dependable and hard working. I also enjoyed Quincy, his friend. It was interesting to see how the feelings of others affected their friendship and changed things between them. Hence, we can be easily influenced by those around us and their thoughts and ideas. Laurel and the girls in the silk room also made the book come to life. They were great characters. It was also fun to see how the silk process worked.
I enjoyed the author incorporation of faith and dependence on God for every situation, as well as, the importance of prayer. I was especially proud of Mr Rochester at the end. I can't say much without giving away spoilers, but I would highly recommend this book. I have enjoyed this author in the past, and this book was just as good or better than others of hers I have read.
I received a copy courtesy of Waterbrook Publishing. I was not asked to write a positive review and all opinions are my own.
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