1720: Jack Hunter is about to be hanged for the murder of his neighbor. Jack knows he’s innocent, and the unscrupulous constables will seize his land when he’s dead. He asks Lucy Hamblin, the only girl he ever loved, to marry him in the jail. Her father broke them up four years ago, but now her father is dead. Will Lucy be willing to grant his last request and become the widow Hunter?This book … book won the short historical category of both the Inspirational Readers’ Choice Contest and ACFW’s Book of the Year Contest for 2007. It was favorite historical of the year among Heartsong readers for 2006.
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I enjoyed reading this book because of the clean story, and the good people in it try to make good choices. This is a good, clean story set around the 1750’s, so be prepared for it to be a man’s world. However, I like that the women in this story work within man’s rules, together with good men, to achieve great things and prove that smarts, …
I have limited my reading to Christian and Christian fiction. This was a touching clean read.
Interesting book.
Unusual that she would marry him since everyone thought he was guilty. God blessed her through it all. You could see God’s hand in it. She was a strong woman.
Enjoyable read!
Well written, intriguing story.
I really enjoyed this book! Easy to read and sweet!
The idea of this book was certainly unique. It was unpredictable and highly enjoyable, even though I did figure out the villain pretty early. I cared about the characters and what happened to them. I certainly recommend this book.
I enjoyed this book. The story line was good and there were enough twists and turns to keep it interesting.
This was a short, well written book. Te story took place in the late 1700’s and that in itself was interesting, but the storyline and the characters were compelling.
Great character development and an engaging plot. A beautiful story!
Loved this book!! Do not usually read spiritual novels. Refreshing, suspense, a little of everything a good book needs. This is a new author for me. Can’t wait to read more of her books!!!
Inspirational. Good story.
This was a sweet story of a couples secret love, obedience to a parents wishes and a marriage to only benefit the wife. If you’re looking to read for enjoyment, this is a great book to read!
Great read. Murder mystery, romance, inspiration, in a colonial setting. Wonderful story – I loved it.
This was an awesome read. I love the way Arthur kept me turning pages…i love the old world way of living. I highly recommend this love story!!
I loved this book and had a hard time putting it down.
This captivating book has an unusual plot. I enjoyed it because it was so different from anything I had read before. I don’t want to spoil it for anyone, but it is a beautiful love story unlike any you might have ever read before. The characters are well-developed and the plot was enjoyable with a few surprising little twists. You will have a hard …
I found it hard to stop reading. It is a good clean book and easy. To read.
Fascinating read!!!