Tag Archive | Mary Connealy

Chasing The Horizon by Mary Connealy

Aug8

Forging Towards The Frontier

Chasing The Horizon by Mary Connealy is a thrilling historical Christian novel that I just could not put down. It is the first book in A Western Light series which promises to be marvellous.

This is a pioneering adventure as we follow a wagon train going west in 1869. There is much bravery as it is unchartered territory ahead. The way is thwart with danger. The reader is able to empathise when tragedy strikes.

As well as striving forwards, there is a running away from a greedy, tyrannical husband and father. He is merely interested in the fortunes of his wife and daughter, and not concerned for their welfare. His greed and lust for riches blinds him to all else.

The leading lady is brave and forward thinking. Since her mother was incarcerated in a mental institution three years earlier, Beth has planned a way of escape.

There are some kind hearts within the novel who help those in need. This reminds the reader of the Biblical story of The Good Samaritan. The kind hearts cannot overlook the injured.

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Hearts Entwined by Various

Apr21

Do You Have A Favourite?

Hearts Entwined is a most delightful collection of four novellas. They are linked by themes of dreams, trust, huge hearts for others and for God. The stories are all heart warming and wonderful. It is hard to pick a favourite with such delightful characters and plotlines – but I think I have one that is my favourite – have a read and see if you have one too.

The Love Knot by Karen Witemeyer is a delightful tale to kick off this collection. There are themes of family, trust, pride, forgiveness, hurt, grace and love. The characters were wonderfully drawn – even down to baby Liam. Feelings of warmth and protectiveness oozed from the story. Life is for living. We cannot let the past hold us back. We learn from the lessons of the past and with a leap of faith, step into the future.

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