A good novel pulls you into it and won’t let you go and that is what 
Dorothy Love accomplishes in BEAUTY FOR ASHES, her second book in the Hickory Ridge Romance Series.
Ms. Love’s southern charm wraps you in beautifully woven details and rich descriptions that punctuate the page.
I was quickly immersed in a time – 1870’s , and a place – Hickory Ridge, TN, and in the lives of its people struggling to put life back together after the war.
Carrie Daly is a young and beautiful woman, widowed by the war. When her brother remarries she finds herself living in the rundown Verandah Hotel and wondering if she should marry Nate Chastain, the sweet and dependable bookshop owner.
But life takes a turn for the whole town when Griff Rutledge rides in. Most think it’s not a good turn. Carrie’s not so sure.
I’m clearing off a bookshelf for Dorothy Love’s books. She’s been in my must read pile since her first book BEYOND ALL MEASURE. With two inspirational romance hits she moves to the Keeper shelf! I love her books and look forward to many more!
Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, my strength, and my redeemer.” KJV Psalms 19:14
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So glad you enjoyed this book, Rebecca! I’ve been meaning to read Beyond All Measure since beyond forever. Hoping to get to it soon, and it’s good to know there’s a wonderful sequel in store.
Hi Rebecca,
Someone else just mentioned this book on my blog so your review caught my eye. I don’t remember reading anything by Dorothy Love so I will definitely have to check it out!
This series sounds lovely. Just the type of story to settle in and lose yourself……Awesome!