Friday, July 27, 2012

So Enchanting! ~ Short-Straw Bride by Karen Witemeyer ~ Review


With each turn of the page I fell more in love with these two characters. Both with heads harder than the land they work (I’m sure), but no two could be more fun to watch grow, change…and fall in love.
            
Know what I love? A good love story. Know what else I love? Characters that are witty and endearing. Stubborn and determined, but with a healthy dose to do what’s right.  Travis and Meredith both have that in spades.
          
  The plot is unique and just wait until you read the scene where the brothers “draw straws”. You might want to swoon. I wanted to… Humor provides perfect comedic timing and the dialogue quick and fast paced. This is one of those exceptional books that combines perfect amount of descriptions with dialogue and character action. No one word really slows the novel, instead constantly propelling the story forward.
           
I love characters that make me love them. Travis and Meredith make it so effortless, though I do think I might be a tad more partial to Travis…
         
   This novel is SUCH solid winner for the inspirational historical market in so many ways. Unique plot. Touch of suspense. Excellent, excellent story telling. Characters that simply demand the reader’s attention. Really, what gets better than that? Oh yes, a “forbidden romance”. I’ll throw that one out there just to tease you. I melt when I read such a romance as this. Really, who wouldn’t want to pick up this novel? A five-star, enchanting novel!
            
This review is my honest opinion. Thanks to the author and publishers for my copy to review.

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More about the novel...

Four brothers. Four straws. One bride.
No one steps on Archer land. Not if they value their life. But when Meredith Hayes overhears a plot to burn the Archer brothers off their ranch, a long-standing debt compels her to take the risk.
Years of constant vigilance hardens a man. Yet when Travis Archer comes across a female trespasser with the same vivid blue eyes as the courageous young girl he once aided, he can't bring himself to send her away. And when an act of sacrifice leaves her injured and her reputation in shreds, gratitude and guilt prompt him to attempt to rescue her once again.
Despite the fact that Travis is no longer the gallant youth Meredith once dreamed about, she vows to stand by his side. But will love ever be hers? Or will Travis always see her as merely a short-straw bride?

23 comments:

  1. Great review there Casey!
    It was REALLY good!!

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    1. It was GREAT! Countin' the days until the second Archer book!

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  2. I am reading this right now! I think I am on page 50 or so. I really like it so far. It is so cute and sweet.

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    1. Agree with you, Wall. Just wait until you read the part where they draw straws. Melt. Your. Heart.

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    2. Oh my gosh this book gave me goosebumps and made me blush! It was so romantic.

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  3. Okay, your post convinced me I'm CRAZY for not having read this one yet. It's going to happen...like...this weekend. :)

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    1. Um. yeah. You are just a *little* bit. You'll fall in love, watch out! Have you read Karen's other books? ALL amazing!

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  4. I want to read this book ... it's been waving at me all summer, saying "Pick me up already!" Your review just gave me another reason to want to read it!

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    1. It's the PERFECT summer read, Beth! Move it to the top of your pile with haste! ;-)

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  5. Terrific review, Casey! I want to read this book already, but now I'm motivated to find a copy even sooner! Thanks for always doing a great job on your reviews :)

    Beth

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    1. Beth, all her books have been true gems! But this one has SUCH a fun premise behind it. I'm glad you enjoy them, I love reviewing books. :D

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  6. Casey, your review was AWESOME! I LOVED all of Karen's books and I CANNOT wait to read this one! And you just had to go and tease us! ;)

    Thanks for sharing your thoughts and I hope you have a wonderful weekend in Christ!
    Blessings,
    Amanda

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    1. Well, OF COURSE! Girl, you shouldn't have waited this long. ;-) You'll love it. I know you will.

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  7. Great review, have to find this Book as i want to read it (smile)

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    1. You should find it in any B&N or your local Christian book store. And of course online. She always makes me hungry to read more of her books. :)

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  8. I LOVED this book!!! I couldn't put it down!

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    1. I know what you mean. I had other reading/time demands but this book called to me during the midst of it all!

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  9. This is a FABULOUS book! I have it and could not put it down! I usually don't read books twice, but Witemeyer takes you on such a hilarious and exciting adventure I had to re-read it just to see how it all began again! LOVE IT LOVE IT LOVE IT!!! Must read (again and again and again...)!

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  10. Oh yes, this one is already on my definitely to be read list. I love Karen Witemeyer's novels! :)

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  11. Oooo, i am reading this one and haven't gotten to the straws yet! But I am loving this story!!!

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  12. Awesome review! I can't wait to read this one! I just got it in the mail today from paperbackswap.com. :D

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