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The Highest of Hopes by Susan Anne Mason Published by Baker Publishing Group on March 5, 2019
Genres: 20th Century, Christian, Fiction, Historical, Romance
Pages: 384
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After her beloved grandfather's death, Emmaline Moore is shocked to discover that her "deceased" father is actually living in Canada. Having no other family, Emma decides she must find him, and so embarks on a journey across the ocean, accompanied by her best friend, Jonathan. Unfortunately, Randall Moore and his well-to-do family aren't thrilled by her arrival, fearing her sudden appearance will hinder his chance at becoming mayor of Toronto in 1919. Despite everything, Emma remains determined to earn their affection.
Jonathan Rowe has secretly loved Emma for years and hopes that during their trip he can win her heart. Concerned that Randall might reject her, Jonathan is ready to console Emma and bring her home. When she informs him that she has no intention of returning to England, Jonathan begins to despair. Can he convince Emma to find value within herself rather than seeking it from a virtual stranger? And will she ever come to see that Jonathan is her true home?
This was a really great story. It took me soo long to read, I think because I was starting to head into a reading slump….I get into those funks every now and again and if I don’t push through them I wont read for weeks on end.
Anyway I wanted to explain why it too me a couple weeks to read it!
I felt the story started out a little slow but not to bad, and things got pretty interesting a few chapters in…and kept you on your toes off and on through out it.
I loved Emma even though she was a bit pushy! And Jonathan!! I loved him! The story itself was very interesting…not sure I’ve read one like it!
In between the middle and end be sure to have tissues handy…you’ll need them. I was afraid i wasnt gonna be happy with the way things were going….but I’m so very happy with the ending
About Susan Anne Mason
I have always loved to write. As a teen, I wrote my first novel, only to be politely rejected by my publisher of choice.
Life got in the way – university, marriage and children became the priority. Then once I had time to start reading again, the writing bug bit once more.
I enjoy writing both contemporary and historical Inspirational romances. “Romance sprinkled with faith” describes my writing style. I love themes of forgiveness and redemption!
I am a member of the American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW) and the Romance Writers of America. My association with such amazing groups of people has been the biggest asset toward learning my craft.
Home for me is Brampton, Ontario, Canada (near Toronto), where I live with my husband, our two children and two cats. My day job is a part-time secretary at a local church. In my spare time, I like to read and research our family history online.
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