Kay M. (maydayzee) reviewed The Captive Brides Collection: 9 Women Bound by Great Challenges Discover Faith, Hope, and Love on + 749 more book reviews
Great themed collection
Love's Labour's Found by Jennifer AlLee
The setting for this first novella is Montserrat, West Indies in the year of 1655. This was a time in history, when many poor people from Ireland were tricked into slavery by promises of a better life in the West Indies. Educated, but penniless, Temperance, was promised a position as governess, but once the ship had sailed, she found that was not to be her future.
I really like this story. It is interesting, the characters and plotline are believable, and I especially like the spiritual dilemmaâwhat does one do when the civil law and God's law seem diametrically opposed?
His Indentured Bride by Angela Breidenbach
I enjoyed this second story set in Scotland and the American colonies in the 1770's, and I think it would make an excellent full-length novel, if the author ever chooses to do so. This story is an example of how tenuous was the contract of an indentured servant and how much he/she was at the mercy of the owner. I love the ending.
The Suspect Bride by Susan Page Davis
This is a very interesting story set in Oregon in 1890, and it captured my attention immediately, and kept me in suspense through the whole story. I really like the main characters, Verity and Jack. Verity is hard-working and unpretentious. Jack's shyness and lack of confidence belie his astute reasoning skills. Altogether, this is an excellent story.
His Golden Treasure by Darlene Franklin
This is a very good story set in San Francisco in 1873. I appreciate the way the author is able to immerse the reader into this setting, since the setting itself is an integral part of the story. I love the main character and how God has taken care of her in the worst of circumstances. This story is a great illustration of the truth that God has a plan for each of His children.
Through Stormy Waters by Patty Smith Hall
This story begins in London in 1745, but mostly takes place on a ship crossing the ocean to Charleston in America. It highlights the great disparity between classes in England, and the misuse of justice along with ensuing cruelties. However, the focus of the story is on redemption and love. I very much enjoyed reading Through Stormy Waters and the surprise ending was exceptional.
Moira's Quest by Cynthia Hickey
I always enjoy Cynthia Hickey's stories. I found this one to be especially appealing, because of the setting and Irish characters. The Five Points neighborhood in New York City (1869) was a frightful place for those living there. This story points to not only the evils, but the few residents who are trying to make it a better place.
Love's Escape by Carrie Fancett Pagels
What an exciting story! It is definitely a page-turner, and so very interesting. Great history was being made at this time in the USAâ1850, as the institution of slavery was dividing the nation. But this story is a very personal one, as we become acquainted with women slaves who are caught in a web of evil.
Waltzing Matilda by Lucy Thompson
This interesting historical opens in Sydney, Australia, in 1821. I really appreciate the character depth that the author is able to achieve in such a short story. I particularly appreciate the overriding spiritual angle of seeking God and putting trust in Him, even in impossible situations.
A Score to Settle by Gina Welborne
This story of good versus evil takes place on and along the Missouri river in 1870. Even though this story is based on some very evil practices, it doesn't have the feel of darkness. The story is infused with the love and hope offered by the hero, Cyrus Lull. I think everyone will enjoy this last story in The Captive Brides Collection.
Love's Labour's Found by Jennifer AlLee
The setting for this first novella is Montserrat, West Indies in the year of 1655. This was a time in history, when many poor people from Ireland were tricked into slavery by promises of a better life in the West Indies. Educated, but penniless, Temperance, was promised a position as governess, but once the ship had sailed, she found that was not to be her future.
I really like this story. It is interesting, the characters and plotline are believable, and I especially like the spiritual dilemmaâwhat does one do when the civil law and God's law seem diametrically opposed?
His Indentured Bride by Angela Breidenbach
I enjoyed this second story set in Scotland and the American colonies in the 1770's, and I think it would make an excellent full-length novel, if the author ever chooses to do so. This story is an example of how tenuous was the contract of an indentured servant and how much he/she was at the mercy of the owner. I love the ending.
The Suspect Bride by Susan Page Davis
This is a very interesting story set in Oregon in 1890, and it captured my attention immediately, and kept me in suspense through the whole story. I really like the main characters, Verity and Jack. Verity is hard-working and unpretentious. Jack's shyness and lack of confidence belie his astute reasoning skills. Altogether, this is an excellent story.
His Golden Treasure by Darlene Franklin
This is a very good story set in San Francisco in 1873. I appreciate the way the author is able to immerse the reader into this setting, since the setting itself is an integral part of the story. I love the main character and how God has taken care of her in the worst of circumstances. This story is a great illustration of the truth that God has a plan for each of His children.
Through Stormy Waters by Patty Smith Hall
This story begins in London in 1745, but mostly takes place on a ship crossing the ocean to Charleston in America. It highlights the great disparity between classes in England, and the misuse of justice along with ensuing cruelties. However, the focus of the story is on redemption and love. I very much enjoyed reading Through Stormy Waters and the surprise ending was exceptional.
Moira's Quest by Cynthia Hickey
I always enjoy Cynthia Hickey's stories. I found this one to be especially appealing, because of the setting and Irish characters. The Five Points neighborhood in New York City (1869) was a frightful place for those living there. This story points to not only the evils, but the few residents who are trying to make it a better place.
Love's Escape by Carrie Fancett Pagels
What an exciting story! It is definitely a page-turner, and so very interesting. Great history was being made at this time in the USAâ1850, as the institution of slavery was dividing the nation. But this story is a very personal one, as we become acquainted with women slaves who are caught in a web of evil.
Waltzing Matilda by Lucy Thompson
This interesting historical opens in Sydney, Australia, in 1821. I really appreciate the character depth that the author is able to achieve in such a short story. I particularly appreciate the overriding spiritual angle of seeking God and putting trust in Him, even in impossible situations.
A Score to Settle by Gina Welborne
This story of good versus evil takes place on and along the Missouri river in 1870. Even though this story is based on some very evil practices, it doesn't have the feel of darkness. The story is infused with the love and hope offered by the hero, Cyrus Lull. I think everyone will enjoy this last story in The Captive Brides Collection.
