A Hope Unburied
About the Book A Hope Unburied
Book: A Hope Unburied (Treasures of the Earth Book Three)
Author: Kimberley Woodhouse
Genre: Historical Romance
Release date: September 24, 2024
Beyond the perilous landscape lies a love that defies extinction. . . .
In the bustling world of palaeontology in 1916, Eliza Mills defied societal expectations to pursue her passion. Having published her early groundbreaking papers under a false name, she has finally earned her place at the Carnegie Museum and seized the opportunity to work at Dinosaur National Monument with a renowned palaeontologist.
But things in Jensen, Utah, aren’t what they appear.
When Eliza gets the chance to dig up bones at a ranch with a dark history, it sparks a chain of events that will rock the very fabric of her carefully constructed world.
Devin Schmitt, Eliza’s closest friend since childhood, harbours unspoken feelings for her but knows he will never be able to win her heart. Just as he vows to give her up for good, Eliza begs him to visit her in Utah for another grand adventure.
He reluctantly agrees, and within a few days of his arrival, he and Eliza find themselves entangled in a web of danger where the stakes are much higher than they ever anticipated. Together, Devin and Eliza must hold on to God as their hope as they navigate a treacherous terrain of betrayal to unbury the truth and save Eliza from those who wish to see her fail.
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My Thoughts on A Hope Unburied
A Hope Unburied is a wonderful historical fiction novel that you’re going to love. Taking place after WWI and involves digging up old bones. What fun!
Our main character is Eliza. She’s worked hard to gain recognition in her field and be allowed to work in a “man’s world”. While she’s doing this she has a best friend who is a man. Of course, he has unrequited and hidden feelings for her. When he finally decides that he’s going to get over her and move on with his life she calls him to Utah to help her with something.
And of course, he comes running.
But even though you know that will happen it’s a wonderful read with other turns and whirls to keep you wondering what might happen next.
History is woven into this novel. History in the form of real people and real events/discoveries. But it’s done in such a way that you don’t really know what parts are fiction and what is true. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this novel and getting to know Eliza. She’s been born into privilege but wants to work and use her hands. She just doesn’t realize how much resistance she’ll get for that out west.
Devin is such a stand-up guy.
You can’t help but love him. He respects her grandfather’s wishes to not act on his love because of the differences in their social status. But can he maintain that forever?
This book is part of a series. Please read them in order. This is also an amazing piece of Christian fiction. You’re going to see the characters grow in their faith and in their journey. And maybe along the way, you’ll find a piece of wisdom that will help you grow in your faith as well.
I have voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from Netgalley. 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.
About the Author of A Hope Unburied
Kimberley Woodhouse is an award-winning, bestselling author of more than forty fiction and nonfiction books. Kim and her incredible husband of thirty-plus years live in Colorado, where they play golf together, spend time with their kids and grandkids, and research all the history around them.
More from Kimberley
A couple of years ago, I asked readers on my Facebook page what they were interested in reading in Christian fiction. When one reader and friend suggested I write about the Bone Wars, I was intrigued and instantly excited. I had no idea how much of a blessing writing the Treasures of the Earth series would be.
I travelled all over western Colorado, eastern Utah and southern Wyoming, looking at the incredible displays of bones of magnificent creatures of our past. Stopping at every tiny museum along the way, and even driving miles and miles into the middle of nowhere to find just the right setting for The Secrets Beneath. But it was going to Dinosaur National Monument in Jensen, Utah that truly helped these three books come to life.
The monument was established in October 1915 by President Woodrow Wilson.
The 80 acres encompassed the Carnegie Quarry, where palaeontologist Earl Douglass was digging, trying to find intact dinosaur skeletons to send back to Carnegie’s museum in Pittsburgh. Eventually, President Franklin D. Roosevelt expanded the park to encompass more than 200,000 acres.
But this monument wouldn’t exist without the determination of one man: Earl Douglass.
I had the pleasure of meeting and spending time with Diane Douglass Iverson, his granddaughter, during one of my research trips. She was generous with her time and memories as she shared her grandfather’s journals and memories with me. The longer we talked, the more the idea for what would be the third book of this series took shape. Though Earl is not a primary character in Eliza’s story, his presence and impact on the science of palaeontology are felt throughout the pages.
In fact, each chapter of all three books has a quote from the book his son created out of his journal entries, titled Speak to the Earth and It Will Teach You.
I am grateful to Diane for the opportunity to share his struggles, hopes, and dreams with my readers.
With this last book, I hope you enjoy Eliza’s joyful spirit, as well as her struggles to find her place in this world. She’s a spirited young woman with a passion for fossils and how God has created this incredible planet. You’ll get to visit Dinosaur National Monument with her, seeing the founding of this great national treasure through her eyes. I hope you love visiting there in your imagination and that you get the opportunity to visit on your own someday. But even more than that, I pray that, like Eliza, you find joy and confidence where God has placed you in His story.
Blog Stops for A Hope Unburied
Babbling Becky L’s Book Impressions, October 21
Bigreadersite, October 21
lakesidelivingsite, October 22
Where Faith and Books Meet, October 23
Lighthouse Academy, October 23
Daylong Reflections, October 24
Debbie’s Dusty Deliberations, October 25
For Him and My Family, October 25
Texas Book-aholic, October 26
Truth and Grace Homeschool Academy, October 27
Jeanette’s Thoughts, October 27
Locks, Hooks and Books, October 28
Connie’s History Classroom, October 29
Mary Hake, October 29
Holly’s Book Corner, October 30
Cover Lover Book Review, October 31
Pause for Tales, October 31
Book Looks by Lisa, November 1
Lily’s Corner, November 2
Live.Love.Read., November 2
Labor Not in Vain, November 3
Giveaway for A Hope Unburied
To celebrate her tour, Kimberley is giving away the grand prize of a $20 Amazon gift card and a paperback set of the Treasures of the Earth series: The Secrets Beneath, Set in Stone, and A Hope Unburied!!
Be sure to comment on the blog stops for extra entries into the giveaway!
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