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Revealed (Fountain Creek Chronicles #2)
by
Tamera Alexander (Goodreads Author)
Words, once spoken, can mend a broken life…or cripple it. But words left unspoken can haunt the soul, inflicting a far deeper wound.
Annabelle Grayson has been given a second chance at life, but she can't claim it with the cloud of her past hanging over her in Willow Springs. After her husband dies, she advertises for a trail guide to accompany her to land waiting for her i...more
Annabelle Grayson has been given a second chance at life, but she can't claim it with the cloud of her past hanging over her in Willow Springs. After her husband dies, she advertises for a trail guide to accompany her to land waiting for her i...more
Paperback, 332 pages
Published
November 1st 2006
by Bethany House Publishers
(first published October 2006)
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Annabelle Grayson has been given a second chance at life, but she can't claim it with the cloud of her past hanging over her in Willow Springs. After her husband dies, she advertises for a trail guide to accompany her to land waiting for her in Idaho--and a most unlikely candidate applies for the job.
Matthew Taylor is a man on the run, with consequences of past mistakes pursuing him at every turn. Meeting Annabelle Grayson the first time was unpleasant enough, but when she crosses his...more
Annabelle Grayson has been given a second chance at life, but she can't claim it with the cloud of her past hanging over her in Willow Springs. After her husband dies, she advertises for a trail guide to accompany her to land waiting for her in Idaho--and a most unlikely candidate applies for the job.
Matthew Taylor is a man on the run, with consequences of past mistakes pursuing him at every turn. Meeting Annabelle Grayson the first time was unpleasant enough, but when she crosses his...more
This was an endearing story from the beginning to the end.The characters pain is this story was so apparent. Forced into prostitution at the age of twelve as her parents and family died on the trail she found a way to escape after fifteen years in captivity.A man who had a heart of gold bought her and took her away from that life and made her a wife and a mother.But,shortly after being married her husband passes on of a heart condition and once again left alone to fend for herself and child. Her...more
I enjoyed the symbolism of the Atonement through out this one. How often do we try to do things, whether it is to pay for a sin or suffer through a trial, alone. The natural man makes us think that we can do it all. I appreciated the glimpse though these characters eyes that showed there are things in life that are bigger than we are.
By the end I really was enjoying the book - BUT I felt like it took a while to get to that point. This edition changes from Kathryn and Larson's story to Annabelle...more
By the end I really was enjoying the book - BUT I felt like it took a while to get to that point. This edition changes from Kathryn and Larson's story to Annabelle...more
This book was better than the first in a lot of ways, and I was able to identify with the characters right away. Mrs. Alexander did hit on one of my pet peeves which was having the characters antagonize each other in a mean-spirited way for most of the book. I don't like experiencing arguments in real life or in novels. Her writing style also leaves little to the imagination; she will imply a feeling through a character's action and then spend the next paragraph describing that emotion in detail...more
I'd put this up there as almost as good as Francine Rivers' Redeeming Love, but not quite. It is an excellent, excellent book though. It's similar in a way to Redeeming Love, as the main character has been a prostitute though not by choice. However, she has already left that life behind when this story begins, but now has to face the unreasonable prejudice and meanness of people who hold it against her, including her dead husband's brother. The characters are great, you want to hurt some of them...more
I was expecting hokey fluff material and was pleasantly surprised. This book had substance. I appreciated the author's view that even though we've repented, sometimes the consequences of our sins linger on. As the novel progressed we get to see what drove these characters to sin in the first place. It was a great reminder that it's not our place to judge, only to forgive. There was a over all feeling of peace and hope that resonates even after the novel was finished. Many christian romance autho...more
This 2nd adaption was as good as the first book! I enjoyed reading about Annabelle and Matthew, they were such interesting characters in book 1 and I was hoping they'd be in book 2! The beginning was sad as Annabelle's husband passed away, leaving her and her unborn child alone. She returns to her old home to bury her husband and hires a guide to lead her to the new home her deceased husband had bought for them. Matthew leads her across the plains and they both learn to be friends during the tri...more
Only 3 stars, huh? Interesting. Wonder what I was thinking when I rated this....
So Annabelle is a former prostitute, I believe. Yeah, she was forced into it when her parents died when she was 12. Her husband, Johnny, basically "saved" her from that life. But she can't stay in Colorado where everyone knows her past... He bought them a homestead in Idaho and they are on their way there, when Johnny has a heart attack like 2 days into the journey and dies. She goes back to CO to bury her husband an...more
So Annabelle is a former prostitute, I believe. Yeah, she was forced into it when her parents died when she was 12. Her husband, Johnny, basically "saved" her from that life. But she can't stay in Colorado where everyone knows her past... He bought them a homestead in Idaho and they are on their way there, when Johnny has a heart attack like 2 days into the journey and dies. She goes back to CO to bury her husband an...more
Move over Petticoat Ranch! I still love ya, but Revealed moves into the top spot now. In fact, I dare say I loved Revealed as much as Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers, which has always been my favorite book... period. The title Revealed is so perfect and sums up the story in so many ways.
What made this book so amazing? The characters were not just flawed, but they grew throughout the story. Especially the hero. To me, this is the most powerful redemption story I've ever read. The tension betwee...more
What made this book so amazing? The characters were not just flawed, but they grew throughout the story. Especially the hero. To me, this is the most powerful redemption story I've ever read. The tension betwee...more
Really liked this book!
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. .Annabelle Grayson McCutchens was rescued from her shameful past by a godly man who offered her unconditional love. When Jonathon McCutchens died, she had only one goal. She would travel from Colorado to his ranch in Idaho and birth and raise his child there.
Matthew Taylor was a man with a conflicted heart. He loved and served Jesus Christ. But, after a perceived betrayal by his best friend, ran from his faith, his home, his life.
He knew Annabelle'...more
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. .Annabelle Grayson McCutchens was rescued from her shameful past by a godly man who offered her unconditional love. When Jonathon McCutchens died, she had only one goal. She would travel from Colorado to his ranch in Idaho and birth and raise his child there.
Matthew Taylor was a man with a conflicted heart. He loved and served Jesus Christ. But, after a perceived betrayal by his best friend, ran from his faith, his home, his life.
He knew Annabelle'...more
This book was interesting to read the middle dragged a little and there was a little more preaching then I like but other than that very good story and characters. This book really got me thinking of how we have a tendency to hold people's pasts against them and sometimes we don't allow people to grow and change in our minds. I love Christian fiction for that reason, it's gets you thinking. This book had many adult themes but was very clean.
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This second book in the series picks up after the second book. Matt Taylor and Annabelle Grayson are drawn together when he learns his deceased brother’s pregnant widow needs an escort to take her to join the wagon train she had to leave when Jonathan died. This book is about their relationship with each other, with Sadie ( a young girl Annabelle knew from her days working in a brothel), and with God. A wonderful sequel.
Good story of Annabelle, a former prostitute, now recently widowed, who is trying to make a new life for herself by moving to Idaho. Her brother-in-law, Matthew, is helping her move although he hates her for her former life. On their travels, Matthew comes to understand her past & accept her future.
I enjoyed this book once I got into it a bit. I was a little worried at first by how slow it started, but overall enjoyed it.
I enjoyed this book once I got into it a bit. I was a little worried at first by how slow it started, but overall enjoyed it.
I love Tamera Alexander's books. They are not standard, predictable Christian romance fare. The characters are complex, the problems are real, and, although the outcome is never in doubt, how they will arrive there is always uncertain. The coolest thing is, she's a neighbor of mine and we've had an author talk from her at our library! Can't wait to read her next series.
I don't usually read romances, but this is a good one. I find it surprising that these romances seem to be more about the men's journey to overcome their emotional and spiritual obstacles rather than the women's journey. In this book, Matthew must overcome Belle's checkered past to learn to love her.
Again, I would recommend this book to milder romance readers.
Again, I would recommend this book to milder romance readers.
I think I've read the complete works of Tamera Alexander. She is one of the best pure writers in the Christian fiction market. I don't usually like historical fiction as well as some other genres, but her writing quality and character drawing means that I appreciate all of her books. This one is probably my favorite, though.
This book is about two characters you meet in the first book-Annabelle and Matthew. At first I didn't think I would like this book as much as the first one in this series, because I could see exactly how it would end up early on. But, I am a sucker for a good romance every once in a while and really enjoyed it-couldn't put it down. The author focused on forgiveness a lot in this book. Love happy endings!
Good book, but again, not as good as book 1 (Rekindled) in the series. I enjoyed reading this book, but was never amazed by it. If you're looking for an easy, fun, Christian read- this is it. If you're wanting a substantial story, this is not necessarily it.
I enjoyed all three books immensely. I love the west, so of course it was the setting that pulled me in. But it was the characters that made me stay. I love romance and suspense books and I found Tamera Alexander's books to be among my favorites.
I am enjoying it thus far. Occasionally I find that it reads like a creative writing exercise in such a way that focuses more on describing surroundings and scenery that it becomes a distraction from the story itself.
I liked this book a lot better than the first one. It was a lot better because the main characters were together pretty much the whole book so their relationship was able to develop way more. I thought it was a really sweet and romantic book. I love how things always work out in these books:)
This is the second book in a Christian novel series, set back in the late 1800's in Colorado Territory. This one starts off sad, but ends well. I enjoyed the romantic bantering quite a bit. ;)
Yet another book that drove me to keep on reading, never putting it down... until I got to the end and experienced that bittersweet moment where you love what you read, but are sad that it's over!
This was a good book, I loved the descriptive language. The campfire scenes made me want biscuits and coffee! I liked the banter between the two main characters as they began to give each other another chance.
This was on ok book for a sequel. The message is sentimentel and deals a lot with judging others and how everyone can change and become someone better. It was entertaining, but not one that I would probably pick up again.
not as funny and engaging as her later series, but still quite good.
best thing about it -- besides the lovely characters themselves -- is how honest a discussion alexander maintains about prostitution. that isn't something you expect to find dealt with in christian fiction. high marks for tackling a difficult subject with ease and grace.
pg13 for the aforementioned subject matter, tastefully presented and lightly touched
best thing about it -- besides the lovely characters themselves -- is how honest a discussion alexander maintains about prostitution. that isn't something you expect to find dealt with in christian fiction. high marks for tackling a difficult subject with ease and grace.
pg13 for the aforementioned subject matter, tastefully presented and lightly touched
Tamera Alexander is a great author of light, faith laced, love stories that take women in the trials of their lives and end with fulfillment and love.
I like Tamera Alexander's writing but do not like her westerns as much as her other works. Still they are interesting if you like the old western period.
Easy read and keeps your attention... I liked the story line and the message of redemption and forgiveness... Love it when books are uplifting too...
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USA Today bestselling author Tamera Alexander is a novelist whose deeply drawn characters, thought-provoking plots, and poignant prose have earned her devoted readers worldwide as well as multiple industry awards. Tamera enjoys a devoted international following with her books being translated into German, Dutch, and Polish. She recently returned from a book tour in The Netherlands for the release...more
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Oct 29, 2007 10:07am