![]() ![]() By the novel’s end, Arabella develops a very strong spine and I wondered if I would be that courageous.This is a nonlinear story, so we are fed a bit of the present story, then a memory bite of the past. Hedlund assures us she’s aware we 21st-century readers might have difficulty understanding a 19th-century English woman’s hesitation to step outside of societal norms. Thank goodness for Hedlund’s author’s notes. She brought to mind that verse in James about a double-minded person that is "blown and tossed by the wind.” (James 1:6 NLT) Just when I thought, "Now she’ll come to her senses and understand which direction to go,” she would falter and backpedal faster than a carriage whose horses are spooked. She certainly seems to have a severe case of indecision. ![]() Which brings up his biggest question for God: if he’s living according to God’s plan, why is his life so tough? Pete has to decide if living life God’s way is worthwhile if it doesn’t always result in a life of ease or happiness.Arabella is one very confused lady. He is kind, has compassion even on his enemies, and is really trying to live for God. ![]() ![]() He also has a keen eye out for injustice done to his fellow-man and is quick to get involved. He is Pete Kelly, a baker who is well-liked and charismatic. Jody Hedlund won me over in The Runaway Bride, #2 The Bride Ships, with her hero. ![]()
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