This book. It's poignant. It's relatable. It's beautiful. And it's immensely satisfying.

The historical events are very well researched and enrich the setting of the story. The pace is perfect. The characters are endearing. The journey is gut wrenching and humbling.

Alexandra Jamison has grown up in a respectable and wealthy family. However, she wants to do and be more than just a pampered heiress. She's not afraid of embracing the changes overcoming society and putting her head to work to give her outmost best when needed.

However, her strong personality doesn't mean she doesn't falter when challenges appear. No, she will question, fear, and doubt. Good thing, though, that the author has surrounded Alexandra with wonderful characters who encourage, challenge and uplift her. And Who will unexpectedly fight for her and warm her heart the most will be the "wild and untamed sort of man" Sylas Ruthledge.

Many times when reading a historical novel, what makes my heart hurt the most is the simple fact that, while most characters might not be real, the events surrounding their lives and evoking their feelings are true. But, among this dark time, with traits that unfortunately can still be seen today, the light shown in people who search for truth and freedom shines so strongly, with such an unwavering hope, that once you finish this story, you can't help but still believe in possibilities, in goodness. If we would just persevere and turn to the One who never disappoints.

Tamera Alexander gently and compassionately showed that we are all the same and capable of accomplishing the same conquests. We all fall short from holiness, but we are all worthy of forgiveness. There is no excuse of treating one unfairly and without gracefulness. But oh the blessings that come from a cause that's not much about us and our profit, a cause that can first seam like walking on nothingness,but, in truth, you'll soon find out its filled with purpose and you are standing on a firm Rock.

It was great to read about that era and learn more of the trials that the people had to endure.

My mistake, I am not interested in reading a Christian title.