SUMMARY: Fleeing One Revolution to the Aftermath of Another, She Seeks and Dreams of Peace
Lacemaker Vivienne Rivard never imagined her craft could threaten her life. Yet in revolutionary France, it is a death sentence when the nobility, and those associated with them, are forced to the guillotine. Vivienne flees to Philadelphia, but danger lurks in the French Quarater, as revolutionary sympathizers begin to suspect a young boy left in her care might be the Dauphin. Can the French settlement Asylum offer permanent refuge?
Militiaman Liam Delaney proudly served in the American Revolution, but now that the new government has imposed an oppressive tax that impacts his family, he barely recognizes the democracy he fought for. He wants only to cultivate his hard-won farm near Asylum, but he soon finds himself drawn into the escalating tension of the Whiskey Rebellion. When he meets a beautiful young Frenchwoman recently arrived from Paris, they are drawn together in surprising ways to fight for the peace and safety for which they long.
REVIEW: Jocelyn Green's latest novel does not disappoint. As I read, I was caught up in the Vivienne's struggles. As she fights to stay alive, she desperately desires peace and safety. I like how she doesn't try to hide and mull over everything lost in France after she arrives in America but, after not being able to make it as a lacemaker, she finds a new trade making breads, pastries and pies for a local pub. Her tenacity to hang on when the going gets tough helps her and the young boy placed in her care survive when things look bleak.
Liam Delaney is a strong man who doesn't back down from a challenge. He stands firm on what he believes is right, even when it is not the popular thing to do. I like that he is a hard worker and, when faced with losing his farm, does what is necessary to help Vivienne when it's needed.
If you like reading historical novels, especially ones written around the time of the American Revolution, this is a novel you should check out. The author does a wonderful job with her storytelling and adventures. Hope you enjoy it as much as I did. I look forward to reading more from this author.
This book was provided by Bethany House and the author for review without any compensation.
Jocelyn Green inspires faith and courage as the award-winning author of numerous fiction and nonfiction books, including The Mark of the King and Wedded to War, both Christy Award finalists, and The 5 Love Languages Military Edition, which she coauthored with bestselling author Dr. Gary Chapman. Jocelyn lives with her husband and two children in Iowa. Visit her at www.jocelyngreen.com.
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