”…[a] captivating, emotionally charged journey through America’s past.”–Publishers Weekly starred review on With Every BreathAnna O’Brien leads a predictable and quiet life as a map librarian at the illustrious Library of Congress until she stumbles across the baffling mystery of a ship disappeared at sea. Thwarted in her attempts to uncover information, her determination outweighs her shyness … determination outweighs her shyness and she turns to a dashing congressman for help.
Luke Callahan was one of the nation’s most powerful congressmen before his promising career was shadowed in scandal. Eager to share in a new cause and intrigued by the winsome librarian, he joins forces with Anna to solve the mystery of the lost ship. Opposites in every way, Anna and Luke are unexpectedly drawn to each other despite the strict rules forbidding Anna from any romantic entanglements with members of Congress.
From the gilded halls of the Capitol where powerful men shape the future of the nation, to the scholarly archives of the nation’s finest library, Anna and Luke are soon embroiled in secrets much bigger and more perilous than they ever imagined. Is bringing the truth to light worth risking all they’ve ever dreamed for their futures?
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I learn more about history from Elizabeth Camden’s books than just about any other. Her love stories and plots are some of the absolute best in the CBA!
This story flowed easily. The characters were believable and interesting as well as the plot which is set in a time of conflict in America I’ve rarely found in my novel reading. I will be looking for more books from this author.
I like everything I have read by this author, and I always learn something. This was interesting and had a bit of a mystery and romance.
Wow…I knew a little about the Spanish American War from History class…very little. This setting leads up to it, which was totally unexpected. I also know almost nothing about the Library of Congress, which made this interesting and informative in a different way. The story itself was a bonus, full of twists and turns. Liked the characters!
What an interesting story combining history with fiction. Just visited the Library of Congress a couple of years ago and it is definitely extravagant and amazing.
A romantic mystery that keeps you turning pages to try to figure out why she had so much opposition to learning the truth.
I loved the author’s ability to paint word pictures that gave depth to the book. It was a good mix of some mystery, romance, inspiration. An enjoyable read.
I really liked this book and finished it quickly. Love the history, romance and suspense in this story of the late 1800s., The characters were great. A librarian and a congressman clash.
Truly enjoyed this book. Loved the characters.
You can’t go wrong reading any thing by her.
This is a lovely story. Though it stay on history and what is going on with senate. It about woman named Anna who wants finds a mistake and want to correct it. Though when she goes to font the Navy. She hit roadblocks along the way. She wants to know the truth.
Anna want to find out what happen to a ship that disappeared at sea. Luke is also struggling with his spot in Congress. Anna and Luke run into each other. Anna wants the information on this ship. Everyone around her is in the cover up. What could be the real reason of the ship disappearance? There is twist and turn each time you turn the page. What are the secrets that got Anna and Luke are in embroiled in. Will the truth put the nation at risk.
What will happen to Luke and Anna. Luke is dealing with many problems of his own. Can he raise this nephew Philip. What is going on in Luke hometown that he repentant in Congress in Maine. Luke deal with the loss of another family member. Can Luke control his temper?
Very good
Unusual Story theme!
This book was enjoyable, not a great read but enjoyable.
I loved the setting in the historic Library of Congress. The lead characters were convincing and very multidimensional with flaws, challenges and wrongs to right! The side characters were also compelling. This love story is one I will remember. It is a book I recommended to our book club and it was voted through. Our discussion was lively. It was timely to read that there have always been political divisions in Washington.
I like the development of the characters in the book. And the mystery that is developed in the story draws you in.
This book was well-written.
Beautiful novel, I thoroughly enjoyed reading this story from the first page all the way until the very last. Elizabeth Camden wrote a truly wonderful novel, full of mystery and intrigue to keep you on your toes from page to page.
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be a woman in the early 1900s? Well if you have, “Beyond All Dreams” would be the novel for you. A mysterious death, an incorrect map filed with Congress, and a little bit of love to even the rest of it out! What could go wrong?