Heart’s Journey

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About the Book Heart’s Journey

Book: Heart’s Journey
Series: Heart’s Desire
Publisher: Independently Published
Release Date: September 1, 2023
Genre: Historical Christian Romance

This journey isn’t about the distance they travel but the trust they discover . . .

After narrowly escaping an arranged marriage, Boston socialite Julia Phillips joyfully marries the man she loves. But shopkeeper Jacob Anderson has farming in his blood. After their wedding in June of 1880, he takes Julia to Iowa where their best-laid plans soon fall apart. As they learn to rely on each other and God’s provision, He leads them to a promising opportunity. Julia bravely steps into her new role as a farmwife; with help from a few friends—and a sense of humor—she learns the skills necessary to care for her family. Just as Jacob and Julia become established within their close-knit community, a shocking loss threatens to divide them and destroy their dreams for the future. Is God still leading their journey, or have they lost their pathway home?

Fans of Jeanette Oke and Karen Witemeyer will enjoy this sweet continuation of Jacob and Julia’s love story.

“This lovely, faith-affirming story will steal your heart from the beginning chapter and carry it through to the satisfying ending. I’m looking forward to the next book in the series.” —Kathleen E. Friesen, author of Hearts Unbroken

My Thoughts on Heart’s Journey

I love historical fiction novels.  This is one such book but it’s also the second book in this series.  So you kind of get two books instead of one if you’re like me and need to read a series in order.  It’s this weird compulsion I have!

This book follows Jacob and Julia and you’re going to love it!  They move to Iowa as their westward ho movement but things aren’t how they seemed.  It’s not what they thought and Julia has to learn to do things she never dreamed of.  

Can Julia survive in the wild?  What about their marriage? 

I really enjoyed this novel.  It read quickly.  There was some drama and conflict but it wasn’t suspenseful or overwhelming.  The characters were enjoyable and really drew me in.  It’s a testament to the book, but I didn’t want to leave them to come back to my real life.  I can’t wait to see what comes next for this series!

I have voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from JustRead Publicity Tours. 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.