Thursday, July 24, 2014

Imperfect Romance - July 24, 2014

After the heavy and disturbing reads from earlier in the week, I definitely needed something lighter and happier.  This book was perfect.

Currently Reading:         
  • James Madison by Lynne Cheney (received through NetGalley)
  • The Boleyn King by Laura Andersen
  • Wildflower by Alecia Whitaker (received through LibraryThing)
  • HRC: State Secrets and the Rebirth of Hillary Clinton by Jonathan Allen and Amie Parnes (received through Blogging for Books)
  • Dark Aemilia by Sally O’Reilly (received through NetGalley)

Recent Reviews:

The Escape by Mary Balogh (received through NetGalley)
4.5 stars

I have read many historical romances this summer and this may rank as my favorite so far.  This is a true love story in every sense of the word.  Major Sir Benedict Harper meets Samantha when his horse almost lands on her after jumping a hedge.  This contentious start sets them up for a beautiful friendship as both attempt to find their place after surviving tragedy.  Samantha is recently widowed after serving as nurse for her demanding injured husband for many years.  Ben, also severely injured by war, has spent the past years recovering and coping and now must decide how to live the rest of his life.  These are realistic and extremely likable characters whose relationship builds as the book progresses.  Overall, this is a well written, beautifully plotted historical romance.  I received this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. 

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