Spring for Susannah

I am always nervous when it comes to reading a new author, but overall I enjoyed Catherine Richmond's debut and will look for more from her in the future. Starting with a gorgeous cover I began reading this book with much anticipation. I was back and forth at first, but even though this is a different type of Christian Historical Romance that I am usually familiar with, this was quite enjoyable. I absolutely love how each chapter starts with one quote, or thought that pretty much sums up how Jesse is thinking. It really brought out the story for both characters and not just Susannah.

This is a book that delves deep. It shows the harshness of the prairie, but the hope as well. There is uncertainty, and convenience, but there is more than that. I find that this is very rich historically, and do not doubt that this story could have happened. Even in today, I think that people could benefit from the learning and growing that these characters experienced. I will look for more from Catherine Richmond in the future, definitely.

Thanks to Litfuse Publicity for providing a copy for review.

Originally posted: http://creativemadnessmama.com/blog/2011/08/10/spring-for-susannah-by-catherine-richmond/