Welcome to the Takeover + Review Blitz for Beyond Ivy Walls by Rachel Fordham hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!
Title: Beyond Ivy Walls
Author: Rachel Fordham
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
Release Date: August 14, 2024
Genre: Historical Romance
Reminiscent of Beauty and the Beast, a recluse and a young woman discover that the scars of life are no match against an act of love.
Iowa, 1903. All of Monticello believes Otis Taylor has been away fostering his musical genius. But the truth is that his father exiled him long ago, rejecting Otis's appearance and the scars that came with it. Now that he is the last living Taylor, Otis has covertly returned to settle his family's affairs and rid himself of his past for good. However, he soon discovers that he may not have been the only discarded Taylor and begins a tireless search for his missing niece.
At twenty-three years old, Sadie West left her family farm and found employment at the Hoag feather duster factory. It isn't a romantic job, but she's hardly had a glimmer of romance since her beau went off to college, leaving her with no promise of a future together. Desperate to save money and help her family make ends meet, she trespasses and finds shelter in an abandoned building--and is thrown in the path of the town's mysterious bachelor.
Otis's wounds are deep, but as Sadie's friendship with him grows, she begins to fall for the man beneath the mask. The mystery of his long-lost niece, however, is more complex than either could have imagined, and Sadie may be the key to Otis Taylor finally finding his way home.
I really enjoy Christian Historical Fiction and I also enjoy Fairy Tales. Beyond Ivy Walls by Rachel Fordham is a Retelling of Beauty and Beast and a Christian Historical Fiction Novel.
I will say first and foremost, I felt the book started off a little slow, but I really got into the storyline by the second chapter. Sadie West and Otis Taylor are the main characters of the story, set in the early 1900's in Monticello, Iowa. Sadie thought life was lost when her beau went away to college, so she decides to take a job at a Feather Duster Factory. I really felt sad for her that she sacrificed so much, including proper shelter, so that she could send money back to her family on the farm. Otis Taylor is back in Monticello after many years. His father sent him away many years ago, but now he is the only living family member and he wants to get the Family Estate in order, as he comes from a "well to do" family. Otis has many hurts and anger from being "exiled" from the family, and he isn't hopeful that his heart can change. I really LOVE that when Otis and Sadie meet, they seem like they are meant for each other. Sadie gives Otis the hope that he felt was lost. The friendship grows quickly and they soon find support with one another. A sweet romance blossoms very soon. I am so glad that I continued reading the book as it was a heartwarming, wonderful story. The Historical facts in the book are a wonderful aspect. The book is one of Faith, Family, Trust, and Romance. GREAT BOOK!
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(1) winner will receive print copies of the author’s previous 6 novels: The Hope of Azure Springs, Your's Truly, Thomas, A Life Once Dreamed, A Lady in Attendance, Where the Road Bends, and The Letter Tree!
(2) additional winners will receive one Rachel Fordham backlist print copy of their choice!
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6 comments:
This looks really good. Thanks for sharing and hosting this tour.
Sounds so good
glad you ended up loving it! Thanks for sharing your thoughts :)
This story sounds spirit-lifting and will be a joy to read.
Gorgeous covers
Kendra, Thank you for sharing your excellent review. I adore Rachel Fordham's novels.
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