Dear Fellow Readers,
I'm honored to present the review of "The Measure of Katie Calloway,: A Novel " by Serena B Miller. Its a well rounded and touching story. I completely fell in love with Serena B Miller's work through this book and found out how she got the idea of writing the book.
Blurb:
Her heart seeks sanctuary in the deep woods. But will trouble find her even here?
The Civil War has ended, but in Katie Calloway's Georgia home, conflict still rages. To protect herself and her young brother from her violent and unstable husband, she flees north, finding anonymity and sanctuary as the cook in a north woods lumber camp. The camp owner, Robert Foster, wonders if the lovely woman he's hired has the grit to survive the never-ending work and harsh conditions of a remote pine forest in winter. Katie wonders if she can keep her past a secret from a man she is slowly growing to love.
With grace and skill, Serena Miller brings to life a bygone era. From the ethereal, snowy forest and the rowdy shanty boys to the warm cookstove and mouth-watering apple pie, every detail is perfectly rendered, transporting you to a time of danger and romance.
"With fascinating historical detail and heartfelt characters, The Measure of Katie Calloway captivated me from the very first line. Great storytelling, coupled with a unique north woods setting, will carry your heart from one vivid scene to the next. Miller writes the kind of rich historical fiction I love--with a plethora of romantic twists and turns to keep you reading far into the night. Not to be missed!"--Laura Frantz, author of The Colonel's Lady
"Serena Miller's charming characters leap off the pages and straight into your heart, and her setting feels so real you'll wonder why you don't hear trees falling in the forest and bacon sizzling on the woodstove."--Emilie Richards, author of Sunset Bridge
"Fascinating history. Fabulous characters. The Measure of Katie Calloway is a fast-paced story with a generous measure of romance that will have readers cheering on Katie Calloway as she conquers one trial after another. If you like stepping back in time and sharing an adventure with great characters, this is the book for you."--Ann H. Gabhart, author of Angel Sister
Serena Miller is the author of Love Finds You in Sugarcreek, Ohio, as well as numerous articles for periodicals such as Woman's World, Guideposts, Reader's Digest, Focus on the Family, Christian Woman, and more. She lives on a farm in southern Ohio.
My thoughts on the book: 5 star review.
Katie Calloway's story from the hardest parts of her life in Georgia to the moment when she is reward with a new and happy life. Is a great Inspiring story with the most romantic element I have read in a long time. This book was perfectly balanced between romance and being one that spread the good word of God.
I was delighted by the ending and would like to have had more of an insight into Harlam's story. I do think it was a well thought out, detailed plot with an interesting history. One that I'm sure will make any historical romance reader happy to have found. The author wove together a story that she should be truly proud of. I was grateful to read this story and to get to know this genre of book better.
I look forward to reading more of Serena Millers work in the near future, it was a perfect 5 Star book that is worth reading more than once.
About the Author:
Serena Miller is the author of Love Finds You in Sugarcreek, Ohio, as well as numerous articles for periodicals such as Woman's World, Guideposts, Reader's Digest, Focus on the Family, Christian Woman, and more. She lives on a farm in southern Ohio.
Thank you all for stopping by my blog and please feel free to come back next week or tomorrow to see the other reviews or blogs I've put up about my thoughts.
Kristal McKerrington
I'm honored to present the review of "The Measure of Katie Calloway,: A Novel " by Serena B Miller. Its a well rounded and touching story. I completely fell in love with Serena B Miller's work through this book and found out how she got the idea of writing the book.
Blurb:
Her heart seeks sanctuary in the deep woods. But will trouble find her even here?
The Civil War has ended, but in Katie Calloway's Georgia home, conflict still rages. To protect herself and her young brother from her violent and unstable husband, she flees north, finding anonymity and sanctuary as the cook in a north woods lumber camp. The camp owner, Robert Foster, wonders if the lovely woman he's hired has the grit to survive the never-ending work and harsh conditions of a remote pine forest in winter. Katie wonders if she can keep her past a secret from a man she is slowly growing to love.
With grace and skill, Serena Miller brings to life a bygone era. From the ethereal, snowy forest and the rowdy shanty boys to the warm cookstove and mouth-watering apple pie, every detail is perfectly rendered, transporting you to a time of danger and romance.
"With fascinating historical detail and heartfelt characters, The Measure of Katie Calloway captivated me from the very first line. Great storytelling, coupled with a unique north woods setting, will carry your heart from one vivid scene to the next. Miller writes the kind of rich historical fiction I love--with a plethora of romantic twists and turns to keep you reading far into the night. Not to be missed!"--Laura Frantz, author of The Colonel's Lady
"Serena Miller's charming characters leap off the pages and straight into your heart, and her setting feels so real you'll wonder why you don't hear trees falling in the forest and bacon sizzling on the woodstove."--Emilie Richards, author of Sunset Bridge
"Fascinating history. Fabulous characters. The Measure of Katie Calloway is a fast-paced story with a generous measure of romance that will have readers cheering on Katie Calloway as she conquers one trial after another. If you like stepping back in time and sharing an adventure with great characters, this is the book for you."--Ann H. Gabhart, author of Angel Sister
Serena Miller is the author of Love Finds You in Sugarcreek, Ohio, as well as numerous articles for periodicals such as Woman's World, Guideposts, Reader's Digest, Focus on the Family, Christian Woman, and more. She lives on a farm in southern Ohio.
My thoughts on the book: 5 star review. Katie Calloway's story from the hardest parts of her life in Georgia to the moment when she is reward with a new and happy life. Is a great Inspiring story with the most romantic element I have read in a long time. This book was perfectly balanced between romance and being one that spread the good word of God.
I was delighted by the ending and would like to have had more of an insight into Harlam's story. I do think it was a well thought out, detailed plot with an interesting history. One that I'm sure will make any historical romance reader happy to have found. The author wove together a story that she should be truly proud of. I was grateful to read this story and to get to know this genre of book better.
I look forward to reading more of Serena Millers work in the near future, it was a perfect 5 Star book that is worth reading more than once.
About the Author:
Serena Miller is the author of Love Finds You in Sugarcreek, Ohio, as well as numerous articles for periodicals such as Woman's World, Guideposts, Reader's Digest, Focus on the Family, Christian Woman, and more. She lives on a farm in southern Ohio.
Thank you all for stopping by my blog and please feel free to come back next week or tomorrow to see the other reviews or blogs I've put up about my thoughts.
Kristal McKerrington
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