A Measure of Grace

Mail Order Bride #8

by JoAnna Lacy

Romance and revenge, hot tempers, and cold feet frame a gripping story set in rural Elkton, Idaho, in the 1860s. Young Jordan Shaw angers easily and lives wildly, experiencing prison and kidnapping before his family attempts to tame him with marriage. To avoid their choice, he seeks a mail order bride, pretty Diana Morrow, who suffers the abuse of a violent father before escaping her tumultuous family home. When Diana arrives in Elkton and finds Jordan suddenly missing, will a handsome distraction change her destiny? How three young people's paths entwine -- and how God meets each deep need with sufficient grace -- make this riveting story both vastly entertaining and faith-inspiring.

Genres: Christian Fiction, Christian, Romance, Historical Fiction, Mail Order Brides, Christian Romance, Fiction

530 pages, Hardcover

First published October 10, 2001

About the author

JoAnna Lacy is a retired nurse and the coauthor, along with her husband, evangelist and bestselling writer Al Lacy, of several historical and western novels. Their notable works include the Mail Order Bride, Hannah of Fort Bridger, and Shadow of Liberty series. Married for over 40 years, the couple currently resides in Florida.

Reviews

[Cheryl · Rating 2 out of 5]

writing is not especially enthralling but the historical perspective was interesting...won't go back to read any others in the series though

[Helen · Rating 1 out of 5]

This was a hell, fire and damnation book. I picked it because it was safe to read without pornography because it was a Christian book but I didn't like the story of everyone going to hell unless they were saved. I believe in a more positive approach to eternity. Fortunately, I have found other authors who can write without trash and talk of God in a positive way.
I usually read informative literature but at times need something light to relax. This definitely is not relaxing. I will not return to this author again.

[Galion Public Library Teens · Rating 5 out of 5]

Review by C.H.: "Loved it."

[Elizabeth · Rating 5 out of 5]

Measure Of Grace by Al Lacy – Probably the biggest rollercoaster in the series! Happy Reading!