Title: Surprised by Love (The Heart of San Francisco #3)
Author: Julie Lessman
Pages: 416
Year: 2014
Publisher: Revell
Note: I received a free copy of this book from the publisher
in exchange for my honest opinion.
About the book:
She can turn the
head of the man who spurned her – but can she turn his heart?
When Megan
McClare left San Francisco to study in Paris, no one would accuse her of being
poised and pretty. But on the other side of the Atlantic, this wallflower
blossomed into a beauty with big dreams. When she returns to California and
accepts an internship at the district attorney’s office, she’s thrilled that
her life is taking shape. But the exciting opportunity quickly loses its glow
when she discovers she’ll be working alongside Devin Caldwell, who mercilessly
mocked her at school – and with whom she was hopelessly enamored.
Bram Hughes is
the best friend to whom Megan has always turned for support and advice. But
when she seeks his counsel about working with Devin Caldwell, Bram’s vision is
clouded by his sudden unwelcome attraction to a girl he had always thought of
as a little sister. He advises forgiveness, but can he forgive himself for
pushing the woman he loves into the arms of another man?
My review:
Incredible
Christian historical romance.
Julie has again
crafted a wonderful story. She has done a masterful job of developing not one
but two love triangles for this book.
As with the first
two books in this series we spend a lot of time in the McClare household in
early 20th century San Francisco. We venture out from there with the
main characters to see what life was like in this time and place.
The characters
are beautifully described and superbly developed. With such a large cast of
characters I’m amazed at how each personality is built up and then each one
stays true to themselves throughout the story.
I loved seeing
how many of the individuals grow in their relationship with God throughout the
story. The calm strong believer is willing to help direct others to God and yet
he doesn’t shove his belief down other people’s throats. I really like that.
This is a fantastic book and I give it 5 stars and highly recommend it.
