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OZARK SWEETHEART
Callie Blake can't afford to fall in love
She's too busy helping her family survive the Depression. When she returns home to their Missouri farm, she sees her childhood crush, Trace Gentry, and it stirs up old dreams she tries hard to ignore. Trace is kind, handsome and wealthy. He'd never be interested in a poor girl like her—would he?
Successful businessman Trace is crazy about Callie, and he knows she thinks she's not good enough for him. But he's clueless how to woo her. Until he devises a plan that will prove his love to Callie and make all her dreams come true.
My Review:
Fantastic historical romance from a debut author! Honestly, I just loved the ambiance of this read. Gray has managed to convey both the desperation and the hope of the depression era. Ozark Sweetheart has a 'Waltons' feel to it. Through the grit of poverty Gray shines a spotlight on the sense of community that helped folks cope in a bleak period of American history.
I loved the contrast between Trace and Callie's circumstances. He is every girl's dream -- a ticket out of desperate conditions but Gray's intrepid heroine has more backbone then that, even if her pride is partly to blame for that stiff spine. Torn between loyalties, Callie struggles with her attraction to the successful businessman. The author has created some beautifully tender scenes that slowly reveal the strength of new love and there's nothing quite so toe-curling as a hero determined to woo his lady love.
A very special debut novel from an author who definitely has a promising future in inspirational romance.
Giveaway Opportunity:
If you would like an opportunity to win a copy of Ozark Sweetheart please leave a comment below or email me at kavluvstoreadATyahooDOTca. If you post a comment and add your email address, please use AT and DOT instead of @ and . to protect yourself from spammers. If you email me, please be sure to put the title in the subject line so it is easier for me to spot your entry. Draw will be held and winner announced on Sunday February 23 2014. Offer open to international readers. Good luck.
I love historical romance! Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful review and for the opportunity to win a copy of OZARK SWEETHEART.
ReplyDeletetexaggs2000 at gmail dot com
It's a great time period too, Britney. Not many authors tackle the depression for some reason. Good luck!
DeleteOh this one sounds like a good read, love stories about this time too, tho they're often heart breaking at times, their simple enjoyment of life during the depression is wonderful to read about.
ReplyDeleterrwalter34ATgmailDOTcom
Exactly, Becky. It brings us back to a simpler time...and I know I secretly crave that simplicity. Good luck!
DeleteWhat a great cover!
ReplyDeletebookwormgal2011 at yahoo dot com
It really sets the mood, doesn't it, Michelle? Good luck!
DeleteThis book sounds wonderful, I would love to find out more. The Depression was such a sad, hard time for so many. I love the cover of Ozark Sweetheart.
ReplyDeletemauback55 at gmail dot com
It was a tough time for sure, but I love the resilency of the people. This book really shows that. Good luck Melanie.
DeleteHi Kav ~
ReplyDeleteAs we live in the Ozarks, I would like to read this book. Kathleen ~ Lane Hill House lanehillhouse[at]centurylink[dot]net
Oooh -- it would be fun to read a book set in your own area. Good luck Kathleen.
DeleteI am so excited for Helen in publishing this book....feel I know her through Seekerville! lol
ReplyDeleteI love the cover, and the book sounds fantastic.
Thanks for your giveaway, Kav.
jacsmi75 at gmail dot com
I'm the same way Jackie!!! I had to snatch it up because I 'know' her! LOL. Good luck!
DeleteI'm an Ozark girl from Carthage, MO! Think I would love to read this book!
ReplyDeletemissionwife AT hotmail DOT com
Oh -- would definitely be a great read from a hometown girl. Good luck Melody.
DeleteI've always been drawn to depression era stories since I grew up hearing about my parents adventures as a young couple. Please add me for Ozark Sweetheart!
ReplyDeleteworthy2bpraised at gmail dot com
That era just makes the love story that much sharper, doesn't it? Good luck Merry.
DeleteKav, I would love to read more books on the Depression era. This would have been during the time my parents were born 1901 and 1906. and married 1921 at 16 and 21. And what my grandparents lived through. They raised 8 children, starting with the first in 1922. I was born during the Dust Storm days in OK. So, we have another debut novel. Well, it sounds good to me. I love the old cars and trucks back then. Please put my name in. Maxie mac262(at)me(dot)com
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness...married at sixteen!!!!! And a mother a year later. You come from hardy stock, Maxie. Good luck!
DeleteSounds like a great book
ReplyDeleteCongrats on being a published writer
God bless u
Chris
granvilleATfrontiernetDOTnet
Good luck Chris.
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