Although the words "Daughters of Blessing #1" on the cover led me to believe that I was reading the first books of a series, I soon learned that this wasn't accurate. Technically, it is a new series, but Lauraine Snelling has written NINE books involving the Bjorklund family and friends prior to this one. Although I was interested in Ellie and Andrew enough to finish the book, I wouldn't consider this a stand-alone story. Many references are made to events in the other books, and even though enough information is given to keep the story going I still felt like I was missing something.

Overall, this book felt like a gift to the fans who read the two previous series. It is probably not the best book to start with if you have never read Snelling's work. I am going to back up and read An Untamed Land before I decide whether I like her writing style.