Celebrate Lit / January 30, 2025

Securing Charity

About the Book Securing Charity

Book: Securing Charity

Author: Julia David

Genre: Inspirational Historical Romance

Release date: October 17, 2022

Has God and all that is good truly abandoned her?

After a fearless Swedish man intervenes to save her from a brutal attack, Charity Baldzo, a Roma beauty with a hidden disability and a lineage shrouded in mystery, escapes to her mother’s farm. But as she grapples with her past and the scars it left, will she ever find the safety she desperately seeks?

Ari Johansson’s world spirals into chaos after his act of bravery turns to tragedy.

The vengeful hand of the man who assaulted Charity strikes back, slaughtering his sheep as retribution. Now, Ari’s brother languishes in prison for a crime he didn’t commit, and flames devour his home and barn, leaving him with nothing but a future of despair.

The only glimmer of hope is Charity, who now cares for his young nephew, Soren.

As desperation mounts, Ari is reluctant to lean on the fierce Roma women. But when Charity’s mother proposes an unexpected deal—one he should refuse—he’s faced with an impossible choice.

Could marrying the beautiful Charity and securing the neighbouring land be the key to ensuring Soren’s safety and freeing his brother?

Attraction sparks between them, but can their disparate worlds coexist? Can they navigate their differences and build a future together?

PG- A clean and swoon-worthy historical romance with deep veins of grace, courage, and heart-hugging acceptance. Curl up and escape to a happy ending.

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My Thoughts on Securing Charity

What a sweet romance but also a bit of suspense thrown in as well. I loved reading this historical fiction novel. The Roma’s had a hard time in history. In fact, they still do today. I think a lot of it is that people don’t understand their culture but also that people don’t like differences. We should have learned from history by now that this never ends well.

This is a Christian book. However, there is fighting, bits of language that while not actual curse words are close to it, and there is also intimacy out of wedlock resulting in babies, and illusions to those acts as well. I would still consider it clean fiction, just not “as” clean as I normally read.

The characters are wonderful. I enjoyed getting to know them. The author did amazing research into the Roma culture and the history of the time she chose. It’s a great read for sure.

Charity is attacked. Ari saves her. The man who was thwarted is set on revenge. And that’s the main premise of the story of the acts that man commits and how they affect others. And then could there be a marriage of convenience? Oh and an adorable little boy!

I loved the novel and highly recommend it.

I have voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from Celebrate Lit. 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 Securing Charity

Julia David is an Amazon #1 ranked romance author, serial DIY’er, and certified life coach. Addicted to Hallmark movies and baking, she believes it’s crucial to have some predictable things in life. Her tagline, ‘Escape to an Era Where True Love Prevails’, was from her own reason for reading stacks of books.
Married and a mother to five, she also loves to camp and hike around the Pacific Northwest.

More from Julia

Fun fact: My daughter’s dear friend is a talented photographer who was born missing half of her left arm. Her agility and confidence are truly inspiring, and she served as a major inspiration for our heroine, Charity.”

My favourite part of being an indie author is witnessing how God provides the perfect cover models just when I need them. Each of my books features amazing ladies (and gentlemen) from my Northern California area, and I absolutely love creating the costumes myself.

Below are photos of our heroine, Charity, showcasing costumes that are largely sourced from Goodwill. I truly enjoy the creative process!