Wednesday, March 26, 2025

Celebrate Lit Blog Tour: Redeeming Rupert by Susan Pope Sloan

Book: Redeeming Rupert

Author: Susan Pope Sloan

Genre: Christian Historical Romance

Release date: February 25, 2025

In the aftermath of the Civil War, a young woman’s fight to save her family’s legacy leads her to an unexpected alliance.

Hannah Whitfield has given up on her own dreams of love and marriage, dedicating herself wholly to her family’s welfare. But when a ruthless carpetbagger threatens to seize Whitfield Hall, Hannah’s last hope lies with the elusive trustee named in her late father’s will. Desperate to secure her brother’s inheritance, she steels herself to make the ultimate sacrifice.

Rupert McNeil, haunted by the loss of his loved ones, has vowed never to marry. Following in his uncle’s footsteps, he becomes the go-to person for those in need. When he inherits his uncle’s farm and the responsibility to help save Whitfield Hall, Rupert finds himself at a crossroads, torn between his own legacy and his duty to others.

As Hannah and Rupert’s paths intertwine, a marriage of convenience seems to be the answer to their problems. But with a scheming relative lurking in the shadows, will their newfound alliance be enough to safeguard both their inheritances? Can love blossom amidst the challenges they face, or will the wounds of the past prove too deep to overcome?

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Historical Romance books are one of my favorite genres. Redeeming Rupert by Susan Pope Sloan is the latest book in this genre that I have read. It is Book 5 in the Rescued Hearts of the Civil War series. I have been enjoying the series from the start of the Series.

I was totally engrossed in the Storyline from the very first page. The setting is 1866 in Georgia. The 2 main characters in the book are Hannah Whitfield and Rupert McNeil. Hannah is facing a situation where she must save the Family Farm for her younger brother. A Union Officer believes he can take possession of the farm and Hannah needs a male to be able to help her save the farm. Rupert McNeil is focused on his Uncle Inhertience to him which also includes a farm. He has vowed not to marry and wants to honor his Uncle by This book by not only running his farm, but helping others in the community. I LOVE how Rupert hears of Hannahs's plight he really wants to help her save Whitfield Hall also. Rupert and Hannah come decide the best option to save Whitfield Hall is that they get married. The fact that neither have ever really had a desire to marry but each are willing to do so to save Hannah's family legacy, is so heartwarming. I REALLY enjoyed seeing Hannah and Rupert grow their relationship and gain the trust of one another. Rupert is a gentleman and a man whose Faith is strong. Hannah is humbled by Rupert's proposal to help her. The book is one of Faith, LOVE, and Marriage of Convenience. I HIGHLY Recommend this book to anyone who enjoys Historical Romance. WONDERFUL BOOK!

Born into a family of storytellers, Susan Pope Sloan published her first articles in high school and continued writing sporadically for decades. Retirement provided the time to focus on writing and indulge her avid interest in history. Her Civil War series begins (and ultimately ends) in her home state of Georgia with references to lesser-known events of that period. She and husband Ricky live near Columbus where she participates in Word Weavers, ACFW, and Toastmasters.

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With Redeeming Rupert, I bring the series back close to where it started and closer to my hometown. This final book begins in 1866 with all the McNeil brothers picking up their lives after the Civil War. Rupert is the third son of John and Connie McNeil, introduced in previous books as a dependable helper. He is the opposite of older brother Simon, who was the impetuous, adventurous troublemaker in the family. In contrast, Rupert is a quiet, steady rule-follower who never gives his parents cause for concern.

When he inherits his Uncle Henry’s farm, Rupert is ready to settle into the peaceful life of a bachelor…until Hannah Whitfield shows up at his door and upsets all his plans.

For these Southerners, struggling to restore their homes and resume a sense of normalcy after the war, their family legacy is linked to the land. Both Rupert and Hannah consider it their richest inheritance and stand ready to defend it at all costs. But their marriage of convenience tests them in ways they never expected.