Endless Mercy

ENDLESS MERCY is the second novel in the Treasures of Nome series by TRACIE PETERSON and KIMBERLEY WOODHOUSE, but it can easily be read as a stand alone. It is a lovely book with well developed characters and plot and a strong Christian message based largely on John 16:33 where Jesus says, "In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer for I have overcome the world"
The main story starts in 1904 in Nome, Alaska, with a flashback to 1891 in the prologue. The three beautiful Powell sisters are still great favourites as they perform their music at the Roadhouse, but quite a lot seems to be happening at once to turn their lives upside down. A great deal of wisdom, mercy and forgiveness is required of each one of them.
This is mostly Maddie's story. What a beautiful yet naive young girl, with her strong faith and love for her family and her flock of sheep.
I am looking forward to the third book in the series.
Endless Mercy is a most enjoyable read and one I can highly recommend for anyone who enjoys historical romance.
I was given a free copy of the book by NetGalley from Bethany House Publishers. The opinions in this review are completely my own.

Endless Mercy by Tracie Peterson and Kimberley Woodhouse is an excellent historical fiction novel that is the second book in The Treasures of Nome series. This book starts off where the first novel, Forever Hidden, ends. While it could be a stand-alone, it will truly be treasured if read after the first. The first book focused on Havyn Powell, while this book highlights the youngest of the three sisters: Madysen. This book takes place 1914 Nome, Alaska. This book, and series, is truly wonderful and has it all: historical fiction, romance, suspense, mystery, faith, and purpose.

There are so many wonderful things about this book:

I love the family dynamics between the three sisters and that each book gives each young woman a voice and a turn. I love reading about their musical abilities, their connections with one another, yet their individual personalities, strengths, and weaknesses. The friendship, loyalty, passion, kindness, strong moral compasses, and faith that they have within themselves and within their family is so refreshing to see. In this novel specifically, I love their growth and change as the story progresses.
Despite the obstacles and losses these girls have faced, and are yet to face, they stay steadfast, strong, and always seem to find their way home.

I love the location of Nome, Alaska. The dichotomy of a beautiful landscape, yet such harsh conditions that one can face, makes the story that much more breathtaking.

I love Madysen’s story, the choices she decides to make, the forgiveness and mercy she surrounds herself with, and the chemistry and romance she is gifted in regards to Daniel is truly enjoyable.

I love this family’s story and I look forward to reading about Whitney.

5/5 stars

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The second in the Treasures of Nome series highlights the youngest sister, Madylen. I recommend reading the first in the series to fully enjoy this book. Mady is a sweet, naive, strong willed young woman struggling with God's will for her life. I love the closeness of the three sisters, their passion for music and love of life. I like that the authors included all three sisters throughout instead of totally focusing in Mady.. I look forward to reading more about Whitney as she heals from her trauma. It will be interesting to see how the authors deal with Judas. Highly recommended!

Set in Nome, Alaska in the Late 1800s, Endless Mercy follows the life of three sisters who were abandoned by their drunken father. The girls thought their father dead, but then he shows up in their lives years later when their mother died suddenly. To make matters worse, they learn he has a new family. They struggle with trying to understand and trying to control the anger they feel. Can they find it in their hearts to forgive and show the mercy they know God expects from them?

This is a very moving and enjoyable story. Even though I can’t personally relate to the setting or to the time period, the characters really came to life for me. I loved the farm scenes, especially the ones with the sheep. I couldn’t help but laugh out loud several times. I was also very touched by how the family embraced the new siblings, even though they were reluctant to do so. This is the second book in a series and I have not yet read the first, but I am certain to do so now. I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a good, clean heartwarming story with a bit of romance added for good measure.

I loved the continuation of The Treasures of Nome series! This series really tugs at your heart. I felt all the characters are well developed and the story flows. I did have some issues with Madelyn choices and I was very annoyed. Same with Whitney on another matter… I can’t wait for book 3 to out. I’m sure it’s about Whitney.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from NetGalley on behalf of the Publisher and was under no obligation to post a favorable review.

“Endless Mercy,” by Tracie Peterson and Kimberly Woodhouse, is a moving novel about Madysen Powell and the decisions she must make that will impact her life and her relationships. The decision of whether or not to have mercy for the father she thought was dead; the decision of whether or not to leave her family and chase her dreams; and the decision of whether or not to marry Buddy Merrick or to pursue her feelings for Daniel Beaufort will each take a part in shaping the rest of her life and the relationships she develops with family and friends. This book is wonderfully insightful and a pleasant read.

Disclaimer: I received a complimentary copy of this book from NetGalley and was not required to write a favorable review. All opinions are my own.

A beautiful and clean story of Madysen Powell, a talented girl loved by her community, but she dreams of performing for large crowds and traveling. She meets the grandson of her friend and neighbor, Daniel, and he becomes her dearest friend. She also meets Buddy Merrick, a man that can make her dreams come true. As she tries to decide whether to stay in Alaska with her family, or to travel with Buddy and his entertainment troupe, her feelings begin to confuse her. Buddy asks her to marry him, but the feelings she begins to have for Daniel give her reason to think it over. It's a great story I enjoyed reading! I've read the first book as well, but this also works as a stand alone novel.

The Powell sisters are back for the second installment of the Treasures of Nome series! Endless Mercy is Madysen's story, but her sisters remain as strong characters as well. I loved diving back into their world to catch up and see what they were all up to.

From Havyn's chickens to Madysen's sheep, there's never a dull moment on the farm. I won't spoil any of the details here, but oh boy does one little sheep in particular cause a scene! I don't think I can ever look at a sheep the same way again haha.

One thing that I absolutely love about this story was how Daniel was treated by those around him. Faith wasn't forced upon him and no one made him feel like an outcast because he was unsure of where he stood. They continued to worship the Lord and read His word together, but they didn't force Daniel to be a participant. They prayed for him but allowed the Lord to do the work in his heart that needed to be done. How easy is it for us to think if we just share enough of God's Word with others and try to convince them that they need Jesus, that their eyes will be opened and all will be well? Daniel's side of this story was a reminder that the only one with the ability to change hearts is God. We can lead others to Him, and should be sharing about Him, but we can't force it. We can help plant the seed, but it's God who does the watering.

I also loved the growth that Madysen experienced throughout her journey in this one. Although she thought she had good intentions for the goals she had for herself, she had to learn the difference between following her own ambitions and following the Lord's direction. She had some pretty tough emotions that she had to work through, but learning how to do so was part of her journey as well. And of course, her little sheep friends (and Havyn's chickens) helped add a few chuckles along the way.

Although I read the ebook of Forever Hidden when that one released, I ended up listening to the audio version of it again before reading this one. I personally wouldn't recommend reading this series out of order. Although it's possible to read this as a standalone, there's too much backstory that I think you would be missing out on if you skipped Forever Hidden.

I thoroughly enjoyed this read and already can't wait for the next one, when we get to focus on Whitney's story. Even though there are parts of each character that I can see myself in, I think I can be like Whitney the most. So I'm anxious to see her get her happy ending too.

*I received a copy of this book from Bethany House Publishers. Thoughts and opinions expressed are mine alone.

Endless Mercy is the second title in The Treasures of Nome series. It can, however, be read as a standalone. Ms. Peterson and Ms Woodhouse give the reader plenty of information to catch up on the storyline and jump right into Madysen’s story. The authors continue to develop the Powell sisters and their relationship between each other and their father who has recently reappeared into their life. Endless Mercy also introduces Daniel, a young man with a troubled past who is trying to find his way back to the man he used to be.
Readers who enjoy family sagas will enjoy this series. Ms. Peterson is a master of sagas whom leaves the reader wanting to come back for more stories about the family. The relationships and tension between family members feel real to the reader and move the journey of forgiveness forward.
Endless Mercy continues the journey of forgiveness and mercy and through the Powell sisters shows that forgiveness in not always easy and each of us can go through a very different journey. This book, of course, has some romance entwined with it and does touch on the subject of unwanted advances.
Fans of both Tracie Peterson and Kimberly Woodhouse will certainly not be disappointed in Endless Mercy. For those wanting the full experience of The Treasures of the Nome series, it is recommended to start with the first entry, Forever Hidden.

I think that this one was even better than the first book in the series. I definitely think that you must read the first book to enjoy this one or you might not understand all of what is going on with the three sisters. It is going to be hard to wait to read the third book in the series. I loved Madysen and Daniel. I loved learning about Alaska and the raising of the sheep, sled dogs and making cheeses. Each of these characters are learning many things as they grow. I did not want to put this book down. I received a copy of this book from the author for a fair and honest opinion that I gave of my own free will.

You know what I love more than a historical romance that includes three sisters? A historical romance that shows the true love, struggles, trials, and overwhelming mercy of three sisters who've gone through tragedy and come together. I related to Madysen as the youngest, with her feelings of never being heard by her older sisters. The realness of the relationships worked so well with the grief each sister experienced.
If you've ever had to forgive someone, you'll recognize the struggle the Powell sisters face when their father returns and they must confront the past. God has given us mercy, though we don't deserve it.
Daniel's story touched my heart. It was difficult to see him struggle so much with his past and what God's love truly means. I thought it was handled beautifully.
Set in beautiful Nome, Alaska, Endless Mercy is one of those books that will give you all the feels and leave you anxious for the next story.
I received a copy of this book from NetGalley. I was not required to leave a positive review. All thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.

It’s been a while since I’ve read a book by Tracie Peterson and Kimberley Woodhouse but I sure do love their books that take place in Alaska! I haven’t read the first of this series but I loved Endless Mercy so much I need to go back and read Forever Hidden!

Endless Mercy, which has themes of forgiveness and reconciliation, begins in 1891 in Colorado when Madysen Powell is let down by her father. Fast forward to 1904 Nome, Alaska where she is now a young lady of 21 and living with her sisters, singing at The Roadhouse and raising sheep. The father she thought was dead has returned and wants a relationship with his girls.

Madysen meets Daniel when he comes back from working up north. She also meets Buddy Merrick around the same time. He wants her to leave Alaska and tour with him singing for Merrick’s Follies and Frolicks. Even as Buddy tries to sway her to come with him she starts to fall for Daniel.

There is a lot going on in this book. I really think you need to sit back and read it for yourself. It truly is an enjoyable one!

Thank you Netgalley for the opportunity to read and review. All opinions are my own.

Endless Mercy
by Tracie Peterson; Kimberley Woodhouse
Back of the Book: “Madysen Powell has always been a forgiving person, but when her supposedly dead father shows up in Nome, Alaska, her gift for forgiveness is tested. With the recent loss of her mother, she searches for answers, leaning on Granny Beaufort, a neighbor in town, who listens with a kind heart. Still, Madysen is restless and dreams of performing her music around the world. The arrival of a traveling show could prove just the chance she needs, and the manager promises more than she ever dreamed.
Daniel Beaufort arrives in Nome, searching for his own answers after the gold rush leaves him with only empty pockets. Still angry about the death of his loved ones, he longs to start fresh but doesn't have high hopes until he ends up helping at the Powell dairy making cheese. Drawn to the beautiful redhead with big dreams, will deceptions from the past tear apart any hope for the future?”
Impressions: This is the second book to the Treasures of Nome series. I think it flowed nicely from the previous book.
Rated: Kissing, attempted assault
Liked: I enjoyed the wisdom each character gleaned through this story. It was a nice, easy read to escape to.
Quotes: “Just because God has given you the gift of mercy doesn’t mean that you’ll always have it for everyone all the time. Mercy and forgiveness are two different things.” – I often get caught up in the idea of perfection. I am far from perfect but I let the idea of perfection hang out in my thoughts. Sometimes I forget the
“It’s one thing to entertain with music or dance, but to be immodest and bawdy? I don’t think that’s necessary.”- I think I say this to every new movie and show that comes out.
“I don’t believe it’s right for a man to be looking on women who aren’t dressed appropriately. It could cause impure thoughts.” – I don’t think that this opinion is given enough credit.
“… but to Daniel God being in control seemed to mean that, because we were Christians, we would always have a good life without problems It was our fault for not helping him see early on that in a fallen world, bad things happen. Even to God’s children.”
“’How do you know if it’s the unconditional love you talked about?’ ‘Have you examined First Corinthians chapter thirteen?’… ‘I would examine every one of these qualifications of love and ask yourself if that is what you feel. And does that man feel the same for you in return?’” – I keep this passage in our living room and use it to remind me throughout the day to check myself- am I showing love like God to those around me?
“What a tangled mess. Sinful actions wrapped up with more sinful actions. Lies complicating lies.”
I received a copy of this book via NetGalley in exchange for my honest review shared here.

Endless Mercy by Tracie Peterson and Kimberley Woodhouse is a marvellous Christian historical novel. It is the second book in the Treasures Of Nome series but can be read as a stand-alone.
The main themes are mercy, forgiveness and grace. We see the effect of broken promises on lives, the hurt and pain they leave behind. “Did he deserve her mercy and forgiveness?” No one deserves mercy and forgiveness but we must extend it because we have received it. To withhold forgiveness is to risk becoming bitter. When we forgive we can live in freedom.
God is a God of new beginnings. “It’s never too late… We serve a God of second chances.” It is never too late to have a fresh start in Jesus. He asks us to come to Him just as we are right now.
The novel is about family. Sometimes families are torn apart. Children suffer because of the poor choices of the adults. We witness characters drawing children close, loving them like Christ and welcoming them into their homes. “We’re here to draw people to Christ.” Lives are called to show Jesus to a hurting world.
Loss is painful and it cripples. “He must hurt an awful lot to push God away.” In our hurt we may blame God but God never causes our pain. He always walks alongside us whatever we face.
Within the novel there is a flock of sheep. One lamb wanders off. The rest of the flock are left in an effort to find the lamb. This is a motif for our lives. Jesus leaves the ninety nine to look for the one who is lost. No matter how dirty we feel, Jesus longs to pick us up, hold us close and love us. “Just come toward my voice.” Jesus is calling us. Will you answer Him?
The characters are wonderfully drawn. There are some delightfully warm and witty exchanges that will amuse the reader.
I really loved Endless Mercy. It is a charming read but with serious godly themes and advice.
I received this book for free. A favourable review was not required and all views expressed are my own.

Peterson and Woodhouse continue their Treasures of Nome series, set in 1904 rural Alaska, with the moving story of musician Maddy Powell. . .Book one told about the three redheaded sisters, all were taught by their mother to sing and play instruments. The oldest sister was married in the first book and now the youngest sister has her story. .... It was good to go back and visit Alaska and the sisters on the farm with their grandfather who is recovering from a severe stroke. They still revere their grandfather and look to him and discuss everything with him. More so since their mother has died. He tries to help them forgive their father, although he feels responsible for their father leaving them....This book and series is truly wonderful and has it all: historical fiction, romance, suspense, excitement, mystery, faith, and purpose. You will certainly enjoys all aspects of this great novel. I loved this family’s story and I look forward to reading Whitney's story in the next book.....I received a copy of this book from Bethany House Publishers and was under no obligation to write a positive review; all opinions are my own.

Endless Mercy written by award winning, best selling authors Tracie Peterson and Kimberley Woodhouse is Book Two in their Treasures of Nome Series. It is set in 1904 Nome, Alaska. If you haven’t read Book One, Forever Hidden, you will not have a problem following the story. This is a beautiful albeit gritty at times Christian historical romance.

This series is about the three Powell sisters. In book one we meet Havyn. In this book it is the story of Madysen. I love that they live on a farm and have animals. Havyn has chickens and Madysen has sheep. Their mother has died and a kindly neighbor lady from town, Granny Beaufort, fills in and listens with a loving heart. She is a charming character.

This is Madysen’s story. She is a talented, beautiful, feisty young red haired woman that dreams of entertaining on stage. She has issues she is working with on forgiveness and grief. Her dead father suddenly appears making her confused, angry, and cold. Thankfully she has her beloved sheep to calm her.

This is also the story of Daniel. He is angry at God because of the death of both of his parents. He wants to start a dairy. With his help, the girls farm has started making cheese. They needed this to sustain them. His relationship with Maddy is up against competition with the entertainment manager, Buddy.

The girls continue their regular worship of God and invite Daniel to join. They never force him. While he declines it seems he is listening and having a change of heart. Maddy is, too. It is refreshing to read a Christian fiction book that has so much spiritual content woven into it.

These two award winning authors make a fabulous writing team. The style is lovely. The story is smooth and flows with an even pace. All of the characters are well described and believable. The lessons presented in this novel are timeless. Twists and turns make it fun. This book, and series, is truly wonderful. It has historical fiction, romance, suspense, mystery, faith, and life lessons. I enjoyed the Christian message of forgiveness and mercy.

I highly recommend this captivating book. It gets a 5 out of 5 stars from me. A copy was provided by Celebrate Lit but these are my honest words.

This has been a wonderful journey about forgiveness, mercy, unconditional love and finding a renewed relationship with Jesus. I loved getting to know the three sisters better in this book. Their voices are like angels as they perform and bring enjoyment to all that listen. I loved the description of Madysen’s beautiful hair. It was easy to picture it cascading down her back as the light brought out the color of autumn leaves.

This story focuses on Madysen and how she struggles with giving mercy to the man that abandoned her and her sisters years ago. What would it be like to think your father was dead, and then find out he was alive? It is very hard for the sisters to forgive him and their anger comes out when he tries to make amends . One thing I learned reading the story was how much pride plays with our emotions. We don’t want to forgive someone because they hurt us. We want them to feel the same pain but all we are doing is allowing that person to control us. How can you move forward if you still carry bitterness from the past?

I thought the authors handled a delicate subject with honesty and grace. It is sad to think that during this time period women were treated differently. They were to stay at home and let the man dictate their lives. Whitney finds herself in a situation that only by the grace of God was she able to escape from. I want to give a big shout out to her dogs that protected her and stood beside her. The man who spreads rumors about her is rude and I wanted so bad for him to pay for what he did. “Vengeance is mine, saith the Lord.” That scripture came to mind as this man needed to be taught a lesson.

I have to mention the man who has taken special interest in Madysen. He is pretty conniving and charms Madysen into thinking she should tour the world on her own singing without her sisters. I liked how tempted Madysen was and it showed how easy someone can fall for the tricks of the enemy. It may seem like a great idea, but is it what God’s plan for Madysen’s life is? The emotional roller coaster she goes through is hard at times. It illustrates the inner turmoil we face when we want to escape from our past.

The most important part of the story for me was when several characters turn to God to help them make the right decision. They must soften their hearts and forgive God and those who have hurt them. Daniel is a wonderful character and his presence in the story has a big impact on Madysen and her future. I couldn’t wait to see if she would leave her family and chase after fame. Does she learn to forgive her father and show him grace? This is a must read for those who love historical fiction. I can’t wait to read Whitney’s story next in the series.

I received a copy of this book from Celebrate Lit. The review is my own opinion.

"Endless Mercy" is a Christian romance set in 1904 in Alaska. It's the second book in the series, but you don't need to read the previous book to understand this one. However, it does continue the story of the entire family. Since there were so many point of view characters, the reader knew much more than each character. This could have been a story about Madysen choosing between a man offering her presents, flattery, and life as a star on the stage or the man who showed his love for her through his true friendship and helpful, hard work. Yet we know from the beginning that one is a con man who intends to use and abuse her, so it was more of a horror/suspense of, "don't do it!"

The family was full of grief, turmoil, and change, which was part of the reason why Madysen was tempted to leave rather than stay and struggle with forgiving those that hurt her. Daniel was angry at God and needed to work through why God allows bad things to happen. The characters were well-developed and reacted realistically to events. I cared about what happened to them. Though Madysen and Daniel said some hard words to each other, it was done out of caring and ultimately built the other person up. There was no sex or bad language. Overall, I recommend this enjoyable historical romance.

This is book two of the Treasures of Nome Series and is a Christian Historical Romance that takes place in Nome, Alaska around 1914. Madysen dreams of being a professional musician, her dreams become shattered when all of a sudden the father she thought was dead, appears alive. Her and her sisters are struggling to forgive the past and move forward on the farm. Madysen finds comfort when she has the chance to perform in the traveling show that comes to town. But then Daniel comes to town and starts working on the farm for the family and she becomes torn again... what will she do when her heart is going in so many directions?

This is book 2 in the series but can be read as a stand alone. I have not read book 1, however, had no problem following the story. If you like light romance, faith and history then you will enjoy this book. It is a book that takes you to another time and place.

I loved this novel! The authors are amazing, joining forces again for one of the best faith-driven historical dramas of the year. The backdrop of Nome, Alaska Territory, during the early 1900’s gold rush is part of the charm. Reading about some of the events taking place such as an early peanut butter display and the World’s Fair is enlightening. There are family struggles, corruption in business, and faith challenges similar to what we face a century later.

“Grief is a crafty beast. Takes you by surprise at the most inopportune moments.” Madysen, the youngest of three sisters, has the spiritual gift of mercy. She is quick to forgive and loyal to family and friends. Except for her father. They are grieving hard for Melly, mother to Madysen, Havyn and Whitney, who passed away a few months ago. On the day she died, the girls’ father, who they thought died years ago, showed up. They are angry at his deception. They grieved him so many years and are not confident he has changed. They are unhappy that he remarried and has three more children. His wife recently passed away. He came to make amends to his first family. The young women are not ready to forgive him or meet his other family who will soon join him.

The sisters are accomplished musicians and vocalists, trained by their mother. They sing and play
locally, always drawing a large crowd. Buddy, a con man, brought his variety show to Nome. An older man who claims to have made stars around the world, he wants to take Madysen when he leaves. She is star material and he acts as if he adores her. She has dreamed of traveling and singing to honor her mother and struggles to understand God’s will for her.

Daniel lost his mother and grandfather to a cholera outbreak nine years ago, then his father was injured on the farm and they moved west. An angry young man, he left to seek his fortune in the Yukon gold rush and worked backbreaking jobs to get by. His father and grandma moved to Nome, opened a mercantile, and he finally moved there, much to the delight of Madysen’s friend, Granny Beaufort. He soon lost his heart to Maddy, even though she is a strong Christian, and he gave up on the Lord a long time ago. He began to help at their farm, teaching her about cheese making and the sheep she raises, realizing how much he misses farming.

Faith in the Lord is life for Madysen’s family. It is what makes not forgiving her father a challenge. Daniel still is angry at the loss of his family, making it hard to go forward. If Maddy goes away with Buddy to sing and play piano and cello, she will not have to deal with the grief of losing their mother and anger at her father. When crises come to her family, she struggles with whether she can leave them behind, especially as she gets to know her little sister and Daniel better.

I have not yet read the first in the series, and it might have been helpful to understand some of the family and farm dynamics. It can be enjoyed as a standalone. There are several situations that I could not wait to see the resolution of but did not want the book to end! The end was very satisfactory. I highly recommend this to women of any age who appreciate Christian historical fiction with close families, a frontier and gold rush setting, seeking God’s will for one’s life, and spiritual challenges.

From a thankful heart: I received an ARC of this novel from the publisher and Celebrate Lit, and this is my honest review.

If you enjoy a good family drama with a side of romance, Endless Mercy is a book you should pick up. Tracy Peterson and Kimberley Woodhouse explore many of the dynamics of family through three sisters while living in Nome, Alaska.

This is the second book in the series--you can read it by itself but will get a lot of the backstory if you start with Forever Hidden—and Madysen Powell is the main sister in the story. The other two do get some page time, which rounds out the book well. And then there’s Daniel, a man who is uncertain about faith but kind and willing to lend a hand, even if it turns out to be a little bit…ahem, messy.

I enjoyed how the authors wove the theme of forgiveness—both God’s forgiveness and forgiveness of others—throughout the story. It wasn’t an afterthought but a wrestling match that continued through the pages.

And the good news is that we don’t have to say goodbye to the Powell sisters one more because after what happens to Whitney in Endless Mercy, she is due a happy ending.


Disclosure statement: I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book and was not required to write a positive review. All opinions are my own.

Another page turner with such strength of character in all involved in the book. Knowing God's grace and mercy on my lihas mattered more and this book was great reminder of his love towards each of us.

Back on the farm in Nome with the Powell sisters, Endless Mercy brings us back to where the first book left off. Each of the girls are grieving the loss of their mom in different ways. Madysen searches for the right direction to go to honor her mother’s memory. When a manager of a traveling show praises her talent and begins to pursue her, she wonders if this is the direction she was meant to go to take away the grief and hurt in her life. She shares her thoughts with her new friend Daniel but wonders how to make sense of it all.

The book has an extraordinarily strong theme of forgiveness. It weaves forgiveness of people who have hurt you, forgiveness of those whom you love, and a greater understanding of the forgiveness we have been given by God. When people remember how much they have been forgiven, they are able to give out endless amounts of mercy. A strong reminder of how much was given for our sins was alluded to in this quote that stood out: “He didn’t overcome it with power. He overcame it with sacrifice.”

In particular, I felt the illustration of the shepherd and the sheep listening to his voice throughout the book was powerful and effective. I could feel God reminding me of being the sheep and how much He cares for me. I felt like it all tied in so well.

The book is the second in the series. It could be read as a stand-alone but it is so much better read in the series because the stories are so well-written. I have thoroughly enjoyed getting to know the Powell sisters and I look forward to getting back on the farm with the family.

The only part that I am not crazy about is having to wait another year for book three to come along! I also appreciate that the book deals with sensitive issues without going into unnecessary details. My teenage daughter is just as anxious to read the series as I am and it is always nice to find a book that is well written without unnecessary details.

I would really recommend reading this book. I received a complimentary copy of this book. All opinions are my own and I was not required to leave a positive review.

Endless Mercy by Tracie Peterson and Kimberley Woodhouse has Madysen Powell feeling angry towards her father. All these years the three girls thought he was dead. Now he shows up looking to reconnect with them and he is asking for forgiveness. Madysen loves her sheep and is looking forward to the expansion of the cheese business. However, Madysen dreams of singing in concert halls around the world. When a man shows up in town who can offer her this opportunity will Madysen leave Nome or will she pick the man a little closer to home? I thought Endless Mercy was a well-written novel with developed characters. While the story focuses on Madysen, we get to catch up with the other two sisters. Havyn is happily married while Whitney is busy training her sled dogs. The grandfather is recovering, and the girls’ father has arrived in town. Judas Reynolds has not given up on finding leverage on the Powell family. I thought the authors’ captured the time period and the location of Nome, Alaska. I enjoyed the descriptions of the town, the sisters’ performances, the farm, and the process of making cheese. I liked seeing Madysen grow as an individual. Madysen must decide whether to pursue her singing ambitions or the path the Lord has set for her. Mercy, grace, and forgiveness are the main themes in Endless Mercy. I like how faith and God are incorporated into the story. I thought Endless Mercy was a well-balanced novel. Endless Mercy is the 2nd book in The Treasures of Nome series. Endless Mercy can be read as a standalone, however, I recommend reading both books (in order) in this engaging historical series. I am looking forward to reading the Whitney’s story in the final installment in The Treasures of Nome series.

Endless Mercy is the second in a series, and where it can be read as a stand alone, I would encourage reading them in order. I enjoyed reading Daniel and Madysen’s story. And my heart went out to Madysen so much because he was so hurt over her father showing up like he did. There’s secrets here that need to be told and a lot of forgiveness to be given but it wasn’t easy at all. These two authors did a wonderful job as usual with this story. I love the characters, and how well they developed over the story line. And the story sure kept my attention to the end. If you enjoy a good historical fiction this would be a very nice one for you to read. This one is a Five Stars for me.

A special thanks to the author/publisher for a copy of this book. I am not required to write a positive review, the opinions here are mine alone. I am disclosing this with my review in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

I enjoy reading book from the team of authors, Tracie Peterson and Kimberley Woodhouse. Once again the duo wrote a great story with their newest release, Endless Mercy. This second installment from their series, The Treasures of Nome. This one may be my new favorite by them. Even though it is part of a series, I believe it can be read as a stand alone. However, I would recommend reading the first book, Forever Hidden. I adored getting to know Madysen and Daniel. Such a beautiful and inspiring story. So many readers will relate to it.

I am giving Endless Mercy a very well deserved five plus stars. I recommend it for readers who enjoy reading books that are clean Historical Fiction. I look forward to the next book from The Treasures of Nome series.

I received Endless Mercy from the publisher. This review is one hundred percent my own honest opinion.

Endless Mercy by Tracie Peterson and Kimberley Woodhouse is a fantastic book!
Historical Christian fiction set in Alaska during the Gold Rush days offers a great
read! Tracie and Kimberley are experts on the Alaskan frontier and their
knowledge is on full display in their books. Taking on the difficult subjects of
female assault, damage to reputations, female secondary status and more, there is a lot to consider in this book. The Inspirational words and plot line added greatly to this story. This is the second book in this series but can be read as a stand-alone. (If you’re like me, you’ll want to read the first book Forever Hidden.
The next book in The Treasures of Nome is scheduled for release next January). I would highly recommend this book for Historical Christian fiction fans, Christian suspense fans, Romance readers, mystery fans and anyone who enjoys a well told story! This book was provided through Celebrate Lit, the publisher and authors for my review. The opinions expressed are my own thoughts. #NetGalley #EndlessMercy

Is it possible to forgive a father that you had believed dead, but who had apparently left you, your sisters, and your mother years ago because he loved alcohol more? How do you overcome the grief of losing a mother who loved music and encouraged you to share your God-given musical talents with others? If you're one of the three Powell sisters, you depend on each other as you struggle with these emotions. Endless Mercy is a lovely story that shows the wonderful bond between Whitney, Havyn, and Madysen Powell and the strong Christian upbringing that they have been given. It also shows the struggle that the youngest sister Madysen faces as she contemplates leaving Nome, Alaska, for a musical career elsewhere. Is it God's will for her to leave her grandfather and sisters, not to mention a young man who offers her strength and comfort? Would she really be comfortable performing in a traveling show?

Authors Tracie Peterson and Kimberley Woodhouse have written a touching historical novel that focuses on the deep love between siblings. Endless Mercy realistically shows their grief for their mother and their bitterness for their father but this book is never depressing. It is, instead, a story of hope, forgiveness, and the marvelous gift of mercy. If you're looking for a heartwarming Christian romance that gives you all of the feels, you will want to read Endless Mercy!

I received a copy of this book from the authors via NetGalley and Celebrate Lit. There was no obligation for a positive review. These are my own thoughts.

Endless Mercy
by Tracie Peterson; Kimberley Woodhouse
Bethany House
You Like Them You Are Auto-Approved
Bethany House Publishers
Christian | Historical Fiction | Romance
Pub Date 05 Jan 2021 | Archive Date 16 Feb 2021

This is a great book and well written! I love historical fiction and these two writers are some of the best in my opinion. It has a great location (Nome, Alaska) and I enjoyed reading about the family. This is the second in a series and is best if you read it after its prequel. I will recommend it to our readers. Thanks to Bethany House and NetGalley for the ARC.

5star

Endless Mercy is the second book in Tracie Peterson and Kimberley Woodhouse's The Treasures of Nome series. The series introduces us to the Powell series, with each book focusing primarily on one of the three sisters. The first book focuses on oldest sister Havyn and this one is all about Madysen. As such, it probably makes the most sense to read from the beginning to best get an idea of the family dynamics and their backstory... but it could certainly be read as a standalone anyway.

I must say that as one of three sisters myself, I am always drawn to series that likewise feature the same so that certainly drew me in...along with the gorgeous cover if we're being honest. Thankfully, the story inside lived up to it too. Being the first book in the series that I have read myself, I enjoyed getting to know the Powell sisters. They are still healing from the death of their mother, and dealing with the discovery that their father is still alive. Add in some farm life and romance, and it truly is the making of a fantastic story. While I enjoyed the romance between Madysen and Daniel, my favorite aspect was the beautiful message of forgiveness as well.

Overall, this is one that fans of historical romance and/or inspirational romance are sure to want to check out.

**I received a complimentary copy for consideration. All thoughts are my own.

My Review:
I like to write longer reviews, but as I’m still dealing with a sore hand and need to cut back on the typing, this review will be more condensed than what I normally write.

I loved this book. The storyline is heart-touching. The Powell sisters are amazing and show a great love of family. They support and encourage each other as they worked through grief and other difficult situations. When their dad suddenly reappears in their lives, they struggle to find mercy, forgiveness, and love for him. Maddy is also struggling with determining what God’s will is for her life. Daniel is bitter towards God, but sees Him at work in the life of the Powell family. I loved how there’s a strong theme of faith and redemption all throughout the book. The romance that begins to build between Daniel and Maddy is sweet. Granny Beaufort plays a pivotal role in this story with her wise advice. I enjoyed getting to know all of these characters.


I received a copy of this book from the publisher.

The Powell sisters have certainly had their fair share of sadness and drama in their lives with the death of their mother, the sickness of their Grandfather, and now the return of their long thought dead father. As the family secrets come to light, and they are doozies, there is much pain and cause for bitterness to take root. Can they forgive their father and grandfather in all the pain that they were a part of?

Madysen the youngest sister at 21 wants to be treated like an adult. She is also one who adored her father and he left when she was so young. When she becomes fascinated by the promises of the manager of a traveling entertainment show she finds herself in a dangerous situation. Her dreams of performing seem on the verge of coming true. Yet not everything is as it seems and she is much too headstrong to see the trouble she is headed for.

Daniel Beaufort is a young man with a past and bit angry at God for the loss of mother and his grandfather. However, he is quite taken with Madysen if only he could get her attentions away from the manager and on him. They have a unique friendship as they care for the sheep at the Powell dairy.

This was a really messed up family. That these sisters have come out as strong as they have is a testament to the love and faith of their late mother. The main theme of this story was forgiveness and it was a hard one for these girls to push through.

I received a copy of this novel from the author. I was not required to post a positive review and all views and opinions are my own.

"I am the Good Shepherd. My sheep know my voice, and I know them, and they follow me."

Having read this verse, Madysen was determined to teach her sheep to know her voice. This was just one of the parallels in Endless Mercy to Jesus, our shepherd. One that especially touched my heart was the parallel to the parable of the shepherd who left 99 sheep to find one that was lost. In demonstrating what that could have been like (albeit in a manner that Jesus most likely did not have in mind!), the authors extended the example to not just the shepherd's persistence in locating the lost lamb but also the willingness to endure hardship for it. Despite the ugly circumstances, the illustration was lovely!

When Madysen's father appeared, seemingly from the dead, the resulting revelation and hurt caused each sister to consider whether they could forgive him or their grandfather for the deception and desertion. The mere thought of needing to extend mercy was painful to each of the girls. I appreciated that the authors didn't make it an easy choice and depicted their turmoil well.

Madysen was quite naive, which bothered me, especially when she didn't seem to think things through very well. I had a hard time seeing why she was attracted to Mr. Merrick - any reason I could come up with seemed so shallow compared to other things I learned about her.

Whitney, Madysen's sister, had quite a hard time. Not only in dealing with her anger. She also had a traumatic experience that had surprising repercussions. Her story will most likely be told next and I am looking forward to reading more of her and her sled dogs!

Numerous references were made to Forever Hidden, which triggered memories of the events from it. They were presented quite well, and in a manner that didn't feel as if the original story was being retold.

If you enjoy historical Christian romance, you will want to consider reading the entire Treasures of Nome series.

What a fun book! Several times I wanted to wring Madysen’s neck because of her actions and how she was hurting those around her. And of course, I wanted to let the slimy man have it from the start. But this is a wonderful read and I can’t wait to see what becomes of the oldest sister in the next book. She has a hard time in this book and really needs her own happily ever after in her own book.

This is the second book of a series. Book one focuses on the middle sister Havyn. Book two focuses on Madysen.

The two sisters, along with their older sister Whitney, have formed a musical group of sorts that plays at one place in town. They take care of their ailing grandfather. He’s had a stroke and needs them. It’s his dairy that they live on and run.

But the big surprise comes when the father who they have believed dead for quite some time shows up on their doorstep. He’s not dead. And he has another family. Add to that that he wants to reconcile and things can get very emotional. Especially for young Madysen who was especially hurt by his leaving and death, or supposed death.

I really enjoyed this book and know you will too. While this is in a series it can be read as a stand-alone novel. Of course, as always, I recommend that you read the books in order because you always get more out of the story that way.

I have voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received through Celebrate Lit. All views expressed are only my honest opinion. I was not required to write a positive review nor was I compensated in any other way. All opinions expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the FTC regulations.

I totally enjoyed this story! It is my first time reading a book by both Tracie Peterson and Kimberley Woodhouse writing together (I have read them separately!). It is the second book in their Treasures of Nome series, and I believe it can be read as a standalone since I personally did not read the first book and I was not lost in this one.

I thought that both authors brought so much to this story and that it flowed just like a story should. Immersing you in with details, emotions, and best of all relatable characters. Endless Mercy is about what its name implies; God’s endless mercy on us and how we are called to show that same mercy time and time again. The characters were realistic, and I liked their thought processes and communications in this book. I also truly enjoyed the setting of Alaska (I mean come on, it’s ALASKA), the small-town community, and the emphasis on family always being there for you through the thick and thin. A great book that I enjoyed, I give it 4 out of 5 stars and I am definitely looking forward to reading the next book in this series (and going back to read the first!).

*I volunteered to read this book in return for my honest feedback. The thoughts and opinions expressed within are my own.

I truly enjoyed this book. It is the second in a series, but I didn't read the first. This one stood alone quite well. Madysen's family has a lot going on and there is a ton of areas/relationships that need forgiveness. The setting is Alaska, a place where I truly want to go visit. I think the time period was well described and the author did a great job with knowing a lot about it and sharing that information in a way that made you feel a part of it.

Family with secrets and causing pain needs a lot of forgiveness. I really liked Madysen's sisters. The author mainly focused on Madysen and Daniel, but there was plenty about the sisters too. Overall, it was just a really good book that I enjoyed start to finish.

It was a 4/5 for me.

Thank you to the author/publisher for the review copy of this book via Celebrate Lit. I received this book in exchange for an honest review and the opinions stated above are 100% mine.

Head back to Nome, Alaska for the second in a series of the three Powell sisters. A musical crew, they have supported their family through some health and financial crises by singing and entertaining at the local roadhouse. As a Christian family, they strive to provide wholesome entertainment. The sisters, though, are in their early to mid 20's and ready for marriage and families of their own. Book two focuses on Madysen Powell, the youngest sister. She is also quite talented in voice and with instruments and longs to take her skill set to a broader audience than the small Nome community. Two suitors come her way and she struggles to find the right one for her.

An unexpected farming family struggles with heartbreak from the past. Unable to forgive the hurt, they carry lots of pain with them. When a father supposedly dead returns with two children, can Madysen forgive the hurt he's caused?

The story paints a picture of hurt, pain, and betrayal. Only God's forgiveness can turn the family's life around and give them peace. The characters are engaging and the Powell family daughters are courageous, loving, and try hard to keep their faith and encourage each other.

The story is heart-wrenching in parts and very emotional. Keep the tissues handy.

Lovely inspirational and uplifting story about family, redemption, and love.

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Endless Mercy is the second book in the Treasures of Nome series and it was really good. The three book series would be best read all together since book two is more of a continuation of Forever Hidden. I loved that the characters from Forever Hidden appeared in Endless Mercy.

Although the story started out slow, Daniel and Madysen are such dynamic characters that I couldn’t help but root for them from the beginning. However, once Maddy’s older sister encountered a dangerous situation (trigger warning), the story took on a depth that captured my attention. Not only could I not put the book down after that, now I can’t wait for Book Three.

Endless Mercy is a story of anger, forgiveness, and mercy. The Powells are a complicated family and whether they can survive the storms that keep rolling their way is what this story is all about.

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I received a complimentary copy of this book from NetGalley and Bethany House Publishers. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with FTC guidelines.