From the Back Cover:
Widowed and outnumbered in a town full of marriage proposals, Olivia Brighton is working in San Francisco at her brother's restaurant and determined to never, ever marry a gold miner. They're filthy, disgusting, and greedy. After losing her parents and then her husband of six weeks--who turned out to be a drifter and dreamer--all she wants is to live a simple life in a quiet little town. However, that can never happen in a place like this. But her brother is all the family she's got left, so San Francisco will have to be home.
Joseph Sawyer has succeeded in the hunt for gold but almost lost his life due to foolish decisions. His best friend has helped him turn his life around, and together they are doing what they can to clean up their city and share God's love. But when he uncovers evil simmering beneath the crime-riddled surface of the town, Joseph must rise everything to rescue hundreds of men, women and children from a life of slavery.
Will Olivia and Joseph unite to find the mastermind before it's too late? Is there hope for San Francisco? Or will it burn like Sodom and Gomorrah?
My Thoughts:
I have enjoyed reading through American history with this series. The books are written by several different authors which gives each story a different flare. This newest book by Kimberley Woodhouse was a very fun read. I loved the opening story. It was unusual and different from other books that I've read as Olivia is faced with a marriage of convenience that is less than ideal. I thought the author did a great job portraying the history of the San Francisco area and all the dangers that would of been present for a single lady in a gold mining town without law enforcement. I also loved how the author brought in the previous stories from the mayflower series through a journal that had been passed down in the family. It was interesting to see how that journal impacted Olivia as she struggled with so much loss in her life. You never know how your words will impact future generations. I know that with my mom gone, her writings mean even more to me. This story was captivating and a fun addition to the series. If you're looking for a good series to start, I would encourage you to pick up the Daughter of the Mayflower series and read some fun fiction stories that will take you on a trip through American history.
My Rating: ★★★★★
The Mayflower Series
***I received this complimentary book from the author. I was not required to write a positive review. All opinions are my own.
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