Reviewed by Diana Flowers
4.5 stars!
Intriguing Debut Novel!
Debut author, Rebecca DeMarino, has penned an intriguing, sweeping saga
fraught with dangers on every hand, adventure, and unrequited love—spanning
from mid-1600s England to the primitive colonies of the New World.
Mary Langton is disgraced in her hamlet when she is left at the altar by
her fiancé, and is being pressured by her family to marry someone she detests.
Desperate to marry for love, she hastily agrees to a proposal from Barnabas
Horton, a handsome Puritan widower with two sons. Although in love with
Barnabas, Mary holds no place in his heart…for that space is filled with broken
memories of his dead wife.
Determined to be a good wife to Barnabas and mother to his children, a
heartbroken Mary leaves her family and follows him to the New World. In this
savage new land, Mary battles loneliness, fear of wild Indians, the harsh
elements, and the insecurity of having no permanent place to call home. When
all hope is gone and she plans a desperate move…will Barnabas finally find a
place in his heart for Mary?
Rebecca DeMarino has written a fast-paced, never boring debut novel – with
realistic characters facing some of the same challenges modern day couples deal
with every day. The brokenness of infertility, living with a detached spouse,
and an insecure future are among a few of the topics that are covered with
finesse and compassion. You will fall in love with Mary and her
kindheartedness…and wonder why Barnabas doesn't. And just when you feel like
smacking him, he does something endearing that makes you love him in quite in spite of
yourself! A Place in His Heart is an impeccably researched,
expertly written colonial novel that is guaranteed to evoke powerful emotions
from its readers! Ms. DeMarino has me anxiously awaiting the next book in this
series from which I got a sneak peek at the end of this novel!
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Sounds like a wonderful book, I would love to win!
ReplyDeleteGood luck to you, APRIL! God bless!
DeleteI love reading about the early settlers to the colonies. Sounds like a good book!
ReplyDeletepattymh2000(at)yahoo(dot)com
It is very good, PATTY, and different! I really love Rebecca's writing!
DeleteI read an excerpt of this book before--DeMarino's writing is fantastic! Would be great to read more.
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Hi, NADINE! It's hard to believe this is her debut book! Good luck in the drawing!
DeleteDiana, thank you for a great review. A Place In His Heart sounds like a lovely book and I would love to be the winner. You have been in my thoughts and prayers.
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Aww...MELANIE. That touches my heart. Thank you for your prayers! Good luck to you!
DeleteAwesome review of a wonderful sounding book! If only I had time... ;)
ReplyDeleteThank you, MARIAN! I just can't imagine why you don't have the time. :P ;)
DeleteEnjoyed the review.
ReplyDeleteSounds like a great book. Thanks for a chance to win a copy.
Blessings, Tina
Thanks so much, TINA! Hoping you get the chance to read this ASAP!
DeleteSounds like a great read.....I always enjoy books by "new authors." Thanks for the giveaway.
ReplyDeleteDiana, still remembering you in prayer.
I enjoy new authors as well, JACKIE. They often bring something different to the table as does Rebecca in A Place in His Heart!
DeleteBless you and appreciate your prayers! 6 more days to go!
DIANA once again after reading your review I feel the need to grab this book ASAP!! :-) Thanks for the great review!
ReplyDeleteTERESA, thank YOU! I hope you get the chance to read it so you can smack Barnabas with me! hehe
DeleteWOW, thanks for that great review, this sounds like an AMAZING story DIANA! I really want to read this one!!! I'll chip in and give Barnabas a smack up the side of the head too, lol! ;)
ReplyDeleteI wish the heroine would have done that, but she was much more ladylike and submissive than we are, NOELA! lol Rebecca is really a fine writer!
DeleteAwesome review, Diana! I've been seeing this cover around the facebook circuit and it really looks interesting. And now your review makes it even more so. Would love to win this one! Thanks for the opportunity to enter. :)
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ANGI, thank you! An intriguing read for sure! Good luck in the drawing!
DeleteAnother good job with your review my friend. When I read books like this you have to wonder about your own Ancestors who lived those times. How hard it must have been. I really have tried to win Rebecca's book. Maybe this time. Please put my name in. Hope you are ok. With GOD's help you will be fine. He's an awesome healer. GOD bless you and all of those on OWG. My special friends. Maxie > mac262(at)me(dot)com <
ReplyDeleteMAXIE, bless you! I'm doing ok--surgery next Tues!
DeleteRebecca did a wonderful job depicting the difficulties of starting a new life in America and also crossing the ocean. That was terrible and I know they had to be strong. Nowadays people (including myself) are spoiled!
This book sounds really good and I love the cover! Count me in on the drawing!
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That cover is the best, isn't it? You're counted, DEBBIE! ;)
DeleteThis promises to be a fantastic read.
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Indeed it is, MARY! Hoping for a win for you!
DeleteCongrats to the author on her debut novel. Really lovely cover with strong faces.
ReplyDeleteHi, Diane! I really love the way they intertwined all the colors on the cover as well! Strong faces to match strong characters. :) Thx so much for sharing!
DeleteGreat review:) I have this book on my too read wish list:) Would to win a copy!
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Thx so much, REBECCA! You and the author have something in common! :) Tossing your name in my cyber-hat here. ;) Good luck!
DeleteWOW!! What a beautiful review, Diana!! Thank you!!
ReplyDeleteI just love the story line of "A Place in His Heart" - sounds like a very touching, exciting and adventure-filled book that is full of passion and emotions!! The cover is beautiful!!
Sounds like Rebecca has a winner for her debut book!! I'm joyfully anticipating the reading of "A Place in His Heart"!! Thanks for the opportunity to win a copy!!
Prayers, love, and hugs, Diana!!
A winner indeed, BONNIE! And the small sneak peek that I got of her 2nd book looks like it promises to be even better if possible! Thank you for sharing! I don't think a winner has been drawn yet, so you're still in the running!
ReplyDeleteCongrats to Nadine Keels who won a copy of A Place in His Heart! Thx to all of you for sharing and please come back! A lot more giveaways to come!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Diana!
DeleteThis sounds like a storyline I could sink my teeth in to!
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