Freedom's Light

Let me start by saying that Colleen Coble is one of my go-to authors. I truly have a shelf in my library dedicated to her works alone. Freedom's Light sets the scene from a lighthouse on the Atlantic Ocean and takes you back to the Revolutionary War. The main character is young Hannah, married to a lighthouse keeper who leaves to fight in the war, while she is left to tend the lights for the ships passing by. Though she has many troubles, most are not consequences from her own actions but that of others. Her husband meets his demise after being deemed a spy. Her sister is determined to marry a Tory and not just any Tory, but one that Hannah despises. A shipwreck occurs on her watch that injures Captain Birch, who then comes under Hannah's care. Hannah clings to her faith to see her through each struggle and burden she faces. This story is about faith, love, revenge and history. Although many of the themes are deep-rooted, somehow Coble manages to illuminate the positive and it does not feel heavy. Historical fiction that was suspenseful with a touch of inspiration and romance. Although not my favorite book by Colleen Coble, it is worth the read.