The Lady’s Mine by Francine Rivers

The Lady’s Mine
by Francine Rivers

ISBN-13: 9781496447579
Hardcover: 464 pages
Publisher: Tyndale House
Released: February 8th 2022

Source: ebook review copy from the publisher through NetGalley.

Book Description, Modified from Goodreads:
1875. When Kathryn Walsh arrives in tiny Calvada, a mining town nestled in the Sierra Nevadas, falling in love is the farthest thing from her mind. Banished from Boston by her wealthy stepfather, she has come to claim an inheritance from the uncle she never knew: a defunct newspaper office on a main street overflowing with brothels and saloons, and a seemingly worthless mine. Moved by the oppression of the local miners and their families, Kathryn decides to relaunch her uncle's newspaper--and then finds herself in the middle of a maelstrom, pitted against Calvada's most powerful men. But Kathryn intends to continue to say--and publish--whatever she pleases, especially when she knows she's right.

Matthias Beck, owner of a local saloon and hotel, has a special interest in the new lady in town. He instantly recognizes C. T. Walsh's same tenacity in the beautiful and outspoken redhead--and knows all too well how dangerous that family trait can be. While Kathryn may be right about Calvada's problems, her righteousness could also get her killed. But when the handsome hotelier keeps finding himself on the same side of the issues as the opinionated Miss Walsh, Matthias's restless search for purpose becomes all about answering the call of his heart.

Everyone may be looking to strike it rich in this lawless boomtown, but it's a love more precious than gold that will ultimately save them all.


My Review:
The Lady’s Mine is a Christian romance set in 1875 in California. The historical details were woven into the story, creating a specific time and place. They brought the story alive in my imagination. The main characters were complex, realistic people. Kathryn didn't always think through the consequences of her actions, but she was willing to admit her mistakes and tried to not keep making the same mistakes. I cared about what happened to her because she wanted so much for the truth to be known and positive change to happen. Matthias wasn't an idealist. but he also wanted to make positive changes, would admit when he was wrong, and could take criticism. Despite some clashing of strong wills, they worked well together to bring about positive change. Suspense was created by physical danger threatened by those who don't like change or their secrets getting out.

Kathryn looked to God for help and transformation. There was no sex or bad language. Overall, I'd highly recommend this enjoyable historical.


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