A Place in His Heart by Rebecca Demarino

The whole time I was reading this book, I couldn't help but think how fun the research was for this book. I also think it holds a special place in her heart for 2 reasons: one being that it is her début novel and second because it involves her family history.

I was kept engaged throughout the entire book. It was very well-written to be a first novel. It was not evident to me until I read her biography. I hope she continues to write because she definitely has a talent.

I was frustrated with Mary's father and his not listening to Mary. I wanted him to listen to her and not push her to marry a man she didn't love. I know that was how they did it during the 1600s, but I can't imagine that!  Barnabas was not worthy of Mary, in my opinion. I understood where he came from, but I wanted Mary to be loved and cherished. I was amazed at the sacrifices Mary was willing to make, even to a man who didn't know he could offer her a loving marriage.

This is the first book in the Southold Chronicles series. I look forward to rest of this series and am curious if more of the author's family history will be used.

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I received this book free from Revell Publishers in exchange for my honest opinion of this book.