A Tender Hope by Amanda Cabot

A Tender Hope by Amanda Cabot ISBN-13: 9780800727581 Paperback: 352 pages Publisher: Revell Released: March 5, 2019

Source: ebook review copy from the publisher through NetGalley.

Book Description, Modified from Goodreads:
As far as Thea Michener is concerned, it's time for a change. With her husband murdered and her much-anticipated baby stillborn, there is nothing left for her in Ladreville. Having accepted a position as Cimarron Creek's midwife, she has no intention of remarrying or raising a child. So when a handsome Texas Ranger appears on her doorstep with an abandoned baby, Thea isn't sure her heart can take it.

Ranger Jackson Guthrie isn't concerned only with the baby's welfare. He's been looking for Thea, convinced that her late husband was part of the gang that killed his brother. But it soon becomes clear that the situation is far more complicated than he anticipated--and he'll need Thea's help if he's ever to find the justice he seeks.

Amanda Cabot invites readers back to Cimarron Creek for a tender story of loss, betrayal, and love in the majestic Texas Hill Country.


My Review:
A Tender Hope is a Christian historical romance set in 1881. This is the third book in a series, but it works as a standalone. However, there has been an ongoing thread throughout the series that was wrapped up in this book. You'll better understand the nuances of what is happening if you've read the previous two books, but this story is understandable even if you haven't read them.

There were three romances going on in this story. In addition to the main characters, two of the town's bachelors finally found their love match. Much of the story involved the misunderstandings and bumbled attempts at winning their girl. The hero was also focused on uncovering and arresting the members of the Gang of Four, so there was a bit of mystery and suspense. The good characters were kind and thoughtful people while the bad characters were cruel. There was some torture, but we're not told the details so it wasn't grisly to read. There was no sex or bad language. Overall, I'd recommend this enjoyable story.


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