Johanna St. John was not that young girl anymore that was so infatuated with Parker Bennett. She was a widow raising her young daughter alone.



But can she trust her heart? Parker is back in town after being away for a few years.



I loved the story. There was plenty of action and romance. James, her brother-in-law was one to watch out for. I didn't like him. His intentions were evil.


This book was written by two of my favorite writers: Tracie Peterson and Kimberly Woodhouse. I trust that the story will be Christian based and entertaining. And I was right with this book!!

This is the third book in this lovely series that takes place in Kalispell, Montana. Each of the books in this series really are stand alone. Only one set of characters carries forward--and they aren't primary.

This book is clearly the conclusion of the series based on how it ends. It was a good conclusion. Unlike many other books on the Christian fiction market, you can always count on solid biblical based fiction with characters striving to get closer to God.

The plot--it honestly was pretty predictable. But that's okay. It's good to have low key books that you know will have happily ever after.

Of the three, I liked this one the least.

3 stars as it was just okay. :)

*thank you to NetGalley and the publishers for an ARC of this book. All opinions are my own.

AN UNEXPECTED GRACE is the third novel in The Jewels of Kalispell series by TRACIE PETERSON and KIMBERLEY WOODHOUSE, but it can easily stand alone. It is a beautifully written book, with unforgettable characters and a strong Christian message on which it is based.
Both Johanna Easton St John and Parker Bennett are eager to follow the Lord’s leading in their lives, using their God- given ralents to His glory……
When Parker comes back to Kalispell in 1905 with the Franklin Travelling Theatre Group, a famous actor who has not only lost Johanna, his first love, but also seems to have lost his first lost love for His Lord and Saviour, he has many things to put right in his life. First of all with his mother and sister, Cora, after not being home when his beloved father died, and then to see how he can help the widowed Johanna who is battling with a toddler and sick father. It also seems as though their little family’s lives are in danger……..
I love the way the authors take us right into their characters’ emotions…….
There are a couple of villains and many twists and turns in the story with the suspense making things very excitng. There are also some lovely characters such as matchmaking Marvella and three year old Emily St John ……
I cannot recommend this most enjoyable and inspirational book highly enough.
I was given a free copy of the book by NetGalley from Bethany House Publishers. The opinions in this review are completely my own.

Tracie Peterson and Kimberley Woodhouse make a powerful writing team. They have added another great
book to their resume!
I'm glad that Johanna could have 2 true loves in her life. She was a very
strong character.
I also liked Parker and was so glad that his father had left him a letter. That was a major point in his story.
Thank you NetGalley for this ARC.

Another wonderful Tracie Peterson book in the books.
This one was fast-paced as always and some twists and turns that I didn't see coming.
I love this masterful storyteller! I love how she draws her readers in from the get go. I was sad to see this end.
There are some unsavory characters that I didn't like right off. Real life people are like that too. You usually can tell.
Timing is everything in thing in this story and of course God's plans too.
It was impossible to put this book down because it was sooooo good! I finished this book at 2 am this morning.
A story that will leave your heart full and satisfied.
Sometimes it just takes time and a little growing up to do to make God's plan come together for the good.
5 stars for another excellent read. I highly recommend.
My thanks for a copy of this book. I was NOT required to write a positive review. All opinions expressed are mine.