The Lieutenant's Bargain

The portrait of God and the portrayal of reservation life are the two strongest aspects of this novel. The author uses an observer perspective with an analytical eye that makes for good description but leaves the flow of the romance at a surface level. Occasional modern phrases like “he was clueless” and “messed it up” lifted me out of the time period and the story sometimes, but overall, I enjoyed reading The Lieutenant’s Bargain, and I feel romance readers will feel very satisfied with this novel of inspiration and history.

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This one was really a fun book! I loved Hattie, yes she was a bit of a brat some of the time but I really related to her!
I was sucked in within the first few pages, its starts off with a bit of action, almost leaves you biting your nails, and even when things slow down you still don't want to put the book down

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They are out of the frying pan & into the fire...

I have to confess that once again I didn't read the blurb for a book before deciding I wanted to read it. Really all I had to see was that it is Regina Jennings latest. I stumbled on her books several years ago and have now read nearly all of them published since then.

My second confession is that I really think The Lieutenant's Bargain is my favorite Regina Jennings book, at least so far. The story started off with a bang, almost literally, and took off from there. The mixture of historical romance, moments of humor, and a dash of danger with some surprising results, was just right. There was an additional depth to the story that surprised me in the best of ways. Both Hattie and Jack have a lot of maturing to do, she with her somewhat spoiled childishness, and he with his unrealistic ideal of her perfection. Watching the two of them discovering themselves, with all of their flaws and hidden strengths, and each other was a delight to read.

The Lieutenant's Bargain is a wonderful addition to The Fort Reno Series set in the historical Fort Reno and Darlington Agency of Indian Territory in Oklahoma. It's a charming story of finding out what really matters in life, of love and learning to sacrifice for those you love, and of finding beauty in the most unexpected places.

(I received a copy of this book from the publisher. All opinions are entirely my own.)

A match made in heaven or a happy misunderstanding? Both of these thoughts would be an appropriate description of this book.

Hattie is on her way to Denver when a bandit holds up the stagecoach killing the driver and passengers. She barely escapes because she took a pit stop in a ditch. Running from outlaws, freezing, and frightened she is eventually rescued by Indians. It seems her luck couldn't get any worse until it does.

Jack is a Lieutenant stationed at Fort Reno and is asked to remove a white woman from the Arapaho tribe. She is causing quite the ruckus. He quickly realizes that she is the girl from his childhood whom he has always carried a torch for. To impress her he asks the chief to turn her over to him in a ceremony, so she will be impressed. He just didn't realize that it was a marriage ceremony.

With a beginning like this, you know it's going to be a fun book to read. I was not disappointed in the slightest. I devoured this book in a day and a half. I loved Jack and Hattie's adventures as they try to remain friends, while attracted to each other. There were many awkward situations and misunderstandings that kept me amused and anticipating what would happen next.

This is a romance with suspense. The gunman is still on the loose and until he is captured, Hattie is the only witness. I loved the humor and the characters. This is a book that I recommend! It has Christian themes and mild kissing.

Source: I received a complimentary copy from Netgalley. All thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.

This is a rainy-day sort of book, a perfect delight of reading material. I kept laughing aloud while reading because the situations were just so funny. I loved the whole things—although I really needed at least 500 pages with these characters. So much believable chemistry...so much fun with the blunders they make along the way. Ah, those mischievous “hostile” Indians!! I was dying through those scenes.

I’d liked Jack in the first book in the series and was excited to find out who he’d end up marrying. Hattie, with her fire and spunk and her enjoyable personality, was such a perfect match for him. This book fulfilled all my hopes of how good it would be—and surpassed them. Jennings is easily one of my favorite current authors, and this is one of her best yet.

Thanks to the publisher for a free reading copy. A favorable review was not required.

In the first book I really felt for Jack and his unrequited love for Hattie. Their reunion is unexpected and again the author devises a highly unusual and entertaining first meeting! The way that they get to know each other again is so sweet, and their eyes are opened not only to the strengths, but also the weaknesses, flaws, and quirks. Jack comes to know the real Hattie, not just the enigma he placed on a pedestal, and Hattie quickly recognizes the significant changes in the young boy she knew and tolerated. Their relationship is rocky and goes through plenty of ups and downs that kept me glued to the pages. I loved Hattie's determination to make something of her painting talent, and Jack's devotion to the success of the school for Arapaho children. The pace is steady with humor, gentle romance, and some suspenseful action as the danger from the stagecoach robbery continues to plague Hattie. This one is my favorite of the series!

Disclosure statement: A complimentary copy of this book was provided from a tour group, publisher, publicist, or author, including NetGalley, OR was borrowed from the library, including OverDrive, OR borrowed from Kindle Unlimited, OR purchased. A review was not required and all views and opinions expressed are unbiased and my own.

Cute. Quick read. Quirky. Overall, super fun.

Lifelong friends to...marriage of convenience(ish). An adorable couple in a solid read.