I love a great historical novel and when you add a great romance to it, I’m hooked. This novel by Jody Hedlund does both. From the first page this marriage of convenience romance, I was pulled me in. The author writes wonderful romance and this one is even sweeter thanks to the hero’s approach to the wounded heroine.

Both Enya and Sullivan have a reason they must marry immediately. And both are skittish about giving their full hearts to the other. The way Sullivan sacrificial loves Enya is breathtaking. There’s a lot going on in this novel but the romance captured me. That is not normal for me and I loved it! I highly recommend this sweet, clean, yet romantic read.

I enjoyed the first book in the series a lot, but this one has my heart.

BOOK DESCRIPTION

After her annulment is finalized, Enya Shanahan finds herself caught in a web of scandal and obligation while carrying a secret that threatens to shatter her family’s reputation. Determined to find a suitable marriage for Enya, her father turns to a wily matchmaker to save them from their circumstances.

Sullivan O’Brien, a steamboat captain committed to aiding enslaved people on their path to freedom, is faced with an ultimatum from his father. Forced to marry or lose his livelihood, a marriage of convenience seems to be the only solution. As he and Enya face the trials of their pasts and a city consumed by fire, they must confront their deepest fears and learn to trust in love, even when darkness threatens to engulf them.

AUTHOR BIO

Jody Hedlund (JodyHedlund.com) is the bestselling author of more than fifty novels and is the winner of numerous awards. Jody lives in Michigan with her husband, busy family, and five spoiled cats. She writes sweet historical romances with plenty of sizzle.