Carole J. (PianoLady357) reviewed The Trouble with Patience (Virtues and Vices of the Old West, Bk 1) on + 157 more book reviews
The Trouble with Patience is a lighthearted and heartwarming story set in the Old West, with elements of humor and suspense at times, and a "feel good" read overall. There's not a lot of depth, but sometimes a sweet read like this is exactly what I'm in the mood for and I enjoyed it overall.
Maggie did a good job creating a sense of place - Nevada City, Montana Territory, 1866 - in a story loosely based on a real-life character who participated in numerous hangings and used "Vigilante X" as his signature. This quote from Abraham Lincoln at the beginning sets the tone for this series: "It has been my experience that folks that have no vices have very few virtues."
There was just something down to earth and likeable about Patience and Jedediah, and it was easy for me to connect with them. I appreciated how the tender romance between them never felt rushed, but developed at a realistic, steady pace. One of my favorite parts was the relational tension between Patience and her mother, Charity, who starts out as invasive and controlling. It was enjoyable to watch the gradual transformation between these two. There's also a loveable supporting cast that added much richness to this story - Emily, Cody, Hannah, and Joe.
Patience was a woman of faith, and I found it interesting that she wrote devotionals, hoping to see them published one day. This was such a big part of who she was that I kept wanting to read one of them - either in the narrative or maybe at the end. Just thought this might have given a nice glimpse into the expression of belief in that time period.
The Trouble with Patience was an enjoyable read overall and I would like to read other books in this series. Recommended to all who enjoy historical romance, especially in Old West settings.
Thank you to Revell for providing a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.
Maggie did a good job creating a sense of place - Nevada City, Montana Territory, 1866 - in a story loosely based on a real-life character who participated in numerous hangings and used "Vigilante X" as his signature. This quote from Abraham Lincoln at the beginning sets the tone for this series: "It has been my experience that folks that have no vices have very few virtues."
There was just something down to earth and likeable about Patience and Jedediah, and it was easy for me to connect with them. I appreciated how the tender romance between them never felt rushed, but developed at a realistic, steady pace. One of my favorite parts was the relational tension between Patience and her mother, Charity, who starts out as invasive and controlling. It was enjoyable to watch the gradual transformation between these two. There's also a loveable supporting cast that added much richness to this story - Emily, Cody, Hannah, and Joe.
Patience was a woman of faith, and I found it interesting that she wrote devotionals, hoping to see them published one day. This was such a big part of who she was that I kept wanting to read one of them - either in the narrative or maybe at the end. Just thought this might have given a nice glimpse into the expression of belief in that time period.
The Trouble with Patience was an enjoyable read overall and I would like to read other books in this series. Recommended to all who enjoy historical romance, especially in Old West settings.
Thank you to Revell for providing a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.
