Certain she can't live without Hamre Bjorklund, the impetuous Sophie Knutson rejects her father's request to postpone her marriage until after grad...
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Jan 15, 2010
Kathryn
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Jun 10, 2009
Marie
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Sep 22, 2009
Kelly
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The second in a series of 4, this book (and series) is actually a sequel to a larger series of books all about pioneers in the Red River Valley of North Dakota and (the original series spans 1880 to about 1900) takes place in the first 4 or 5 years of the 20th century. The characters in these 4 books are the daughters of the women in the first series. These books appealed to my love of all things pioneer, "Little House on the Prairie", life in simpler times, and very Christian without
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Sep 27, 2010
Dani
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I thought that the Daughters of Blessing series was going to be just like the other novels about the Bjorklund family, but I was wrong. Lauraine Snelling managed to give Sophie a much different voice than the other members of the family. Sophie wasn't as selfless and duty-bound as the others, and that made for a refreshing change. Of course she mended her ways in the end, but the way Snelling brought that about felt natural rather than abrupt and forced as I have seen in other Christian novels.
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Aug 12, 2011
Loretta
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I love the whole series by Snelling so I was happy to have a continuation in the Bjorklund saga. I'm glad I didn't read the back cover as that gave most of the story away. I love her detailed story telling. As always I'm looking forward to the next read.
May 25, 2009
Margaret
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I've enjoyed listening to this series on audio. It is set at the turn of the 20th century when the car, washing machines, etc. are being added to life on the prairie. I like the characters and the situations. I may go back and read the preceding series after I finish these.
Oct 08, 2009
Christine
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It was better than the first and there were unexpected twists. Sometimes people have to grow up faster than they planned and there's always growth in that.
Sep 26, 2011
Cathy
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A; Second in the set I borrowed from a coworker. I identified a bit with Sophie and her dreams of adventure. She was a fun character to explore and the hard working NoDaks still shone through.
Sep 10, 2010
Elentarien
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Enjoyed this one. This whole series is very good - each one stands on its own, and yet links to the others - making them relevant but you can read them in any order. (Which is good since that is what I am ending up doing!) Sophie in this one made me want to shake her a bit. But then, I guess we all go through really dumb periods where we have to learn to grow up. :)
May 05, 2011
Deeanna
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It took me awhile to get into this one, maybe because it had been so long since I read the first book. Once I got into it I really enjoyed it. I'll have to try to read the next book in this series without such a big gap this time.
Jul 16, 2008
Rebecca
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I enjoyed this book, because I can relate to the main character Sophie in so many way. She had to grow up fast by decisions she hastily made. Choices that changed the direction of her live in so many ways. There is joy, sorrow, forgiveness, anger, and lots of love. I think the greatest lesson from this book was to see the good that can come from bad situations. The unconditional love of Sophie's mother, the strong but tender heart of her father was especially touching.
Apr 08, 2010
Meadow
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As Sophie elopes and runs from her home and family, she is convinced she couldn't live without her husband. But as soon as she discovers that she is pregnant, a tragedy strikes leaving Sophie pregnat and widowed. Could her family ever forgiver and welcolm ber back for what she has done
This book was well writen and had a great storie line.
This book was well writen and had a great storie line.
Jun 17, 2008
Owen
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So I said that I wouldn't rush to the library to pick up the sequel to A Promise for Ellie. What I forgot is that I had already checked it out! So I'm reading it. So far it is better than Ellie.
Plot moves along well with enough action to keep you engaged. Overall not bad, but still not my fave Christian fiction author.
Plot moves along well with enough action to keep you engaged. Overall not bad, but still not my fave Christian fiction author.
May 07, 2010
Aubrey
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Another that I loved. Again, the message of always turning to God and not taking things on ourselves. We must make decisions in prayer and not our own selfish indulgences.
May 17, 2008
Melissa
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Another good Lauraine Snelling book. I love them because they are part of my heritage, and the place where I know live. The people in her series are people you actually know...and care about.
Apr 23, 2008
I love to keep up with the happenings in Blessing, North Dakota. Lauraine Snelling has created a wonderful town and wonderful people.
Apr 15, 2009
Valerie
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This is a wonderful series. This is book 2 of 4. I can't wait to read the remaining two.
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