A Mark of Grace
by Kimberley Woodhouse
Pub Date: Jan.3, 2022
Bethany House Publishers
Thanks to the author, publishers, and NetGalley for the ARC of this book. Woodhouse is an excellent writer and I have enjoyed all of the books I have read by her. This is the conclusion to the series and it is soo good!
Summary: When everything crumbles, her chance for a new beginning hangs in the balance.

Ruth Anniston survived an injury that left her physically scarred, broken, and angry at God. Now, she finds herself working behind the scenes as a kitchen and dining room supervisor at the El Tovar Hotel, hidden away from curious eyes and with little hope of finding love. When money begins to disappear from the hotel, Ruth's entire livelihood is put at risk when she lands on the list of suspects.

Frank Henderson has at last succeeded in obtaining his dream job as head chef at the El Tovar. But competition in the kitchen is fierce, and one mistake could cost him his future. As the thefts at the hotel continue, and his affection for Ruth grows, Frank's career--and his heart--are in jeopardy. I highly recommend reading the entire series. 5 stars

This concluding addition to the Secrets of the Canyon series is a compelling return to the Grand Canyon and Harvey’s El Tovar Hotel. We now find former Harvey Girl Ruth Anniston, one of my favorite characters from the previous books in the series, struggling to recover from wounds she incurred from being mauled by a mountain lion as she sacrificially saved the life of a friend. She not only suffers with physical pain and limitation but also questions her self-worth which adversely affects her relationship with her very special friend Frank and others. If that is not enough to deal with, a revenge plot to bring down the Harvey Empire threatens her and those she holds dear. The fast-paced, action-filled plot kept me riveted from beginning to end. The characters are realistic and relatable. I especially appreciated the valuable faith lesson concerning grace that touch my heart and refreshed my soul. I loved this book and the series and highly recommend it especially for fans of historical Christian romance. Note: Even though this is the third book in the series, it can easily be read as a standalone; however, reading the other two books in the series first will give you some background information that will enhance your reading experience.
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