The Soldier's Lady

Carolina Cousins #2

by Michael R. Phillips

The young women of Rosewood face new challenges--and old enemies--when a wounded black soldier rides into town. Micah Duff is an educated, spiritual man, and even though he and "scatterbrained" Emma are very different, the two soon fall in love. But an ambitious white man who can't afford any skeletons in his closet--or a black son--plans to get rid of Emma and her boy for good. Can Micah save them, as he once saved Jeremiah? Or this time will he be too late?

Genres: Historical Fiction, Christian Fiction, Fiction, Historical, Civil War, Christian, Romance

346 pages, Paperback

First published March 1, 2006

About the author

Librarian Note: there is more than one author with this name in the Goodreads database.

Michael Phillips has been writing in the Christian marketplace for 30 years. All told, he has written, co-written, and edited some 110 books. Phillips and his wife live in the U.S., and make their second home in Scotland.

Reviews

[Melody · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Soldier's Lady is the second book in the Carolina Cousins series, and it is just as good as the first.
I was delighted with all the plot twists and the combination of romance, faith, tragedy, and adventure. But I was devastated at the death of William! How could the author do this to his readers!!! I'm still in shock... But the end was still amazing and filled with hope. I was also glad that Micah Duff, a character I loved getting to know in the first book, is back and is very much part of the story.
I can't wait to read the third book of the series.

It's such a shame that Goodreads' synopsis and Amazon's synopsis of this book, although they're different, give away the second biggest spoiler of the book. The author makes sure that the reader doesn't know who Micah has fallen in love with until he reveals his love to Emma. As I read the book, I was somewhat disappointed that I already knew Micah and Emma would end up together. I guess it's my own fault for reading the Goodreads' synopsis... but I hope this will be changed for future readers...

[Margaret · Rating 4 out of 5]

Carolina Cousins Book 2 is the story of Emma and Micah. Emma has been around almost since the beginning along with her son William. Micah is a new member of the group and is introduced in Jake's (Jeremiah's story).

What stands out most in this story is the faithfulness of Micah. His passion for God is apparent and begins to affect those around him, particularly Emma. The story of their romance is sweet and appropriate for the time. As in all of the books tragedy strikes and the members of Rosewood must band together to help one of their own. And as usual they prevail.

This is a book of faith, tragedy and overcoming! I think out of the Carolina Cousins series, this was my favorite book!

This book is from my personal collection.

Love and Blessings!
Margaret

[Nancy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed this book more than the last one in this series. The people at Rosewood formed a family of those people, who were struggling to build their lives, after the end of the Civil War. There were both blacks and whites living and working together, and respecting and loving each other. Their lives were an ideal situation, instead of the way blacks and whites have been treating each other over the many years after the Civil War.

I have lived in Tennessee, Alabama, and Texas, and I have seen many ways the races have disrespected each other.

[Audrey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Most of this story is in Mayme's voice as she tells of the experiences of her friend and heart-sister, Emma. Emma believed she was worthless but gradually she begins to believe what Micah Duff tells her that God loves her. Micah suddenly realizes that he loves her too and Emma's life blossoms. Unfortunately a terrible tragedy occurs and Emma loses her son William. But with time and love she begins to heal.

[Melinda Bollinger · Rating 5 out of 5]

I found myself in this book hoping that this wonderful slave girl would find herself a man that would love her for who she was and love her little make shift family. Love how committed her was to her white lady friend and how she helped her even when it was dangerous to help her. Very easy to read!

[Linda · Rating 4 out of 5]

Of Michael Phillip's I have read this is the most believable. Evil has its way for a time. There is true heart-break. And everything doesn't turn out perfectly in the end. The themes of family, race relations, God's purpose through tragedy, love and hatred, grow and develop as the characters grow and develop. This is an endearing story of Emma, William, and Micah.

[Lisa Morrow · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was much better than the prior one, "A Perilous Proposal." It didn't have the incessant recaps of the former books and actually had a new story line. This is a must read for those who read the "Shenandoah Sisters" series. However, you should read "A Perilous Proposal" first to get the background that you need for this book regarding Jeremiah and Micah Duff.

[Joy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Much better than the last book , didn't repeat as much if at all. Very sad for Emma and happy end for her as well. I can't say much without giving it away but I never expected what happens to Emma and William. Great series!

[Leigh Ann Doolin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great story

This is another great story in this series. I seriously didn't want to put it down from the start to the end. I would recommend this book to anyone who likes a book with a religious message. The whole series has been awesome. I can't wait for the next one.

[Brenda Cobb]

I couldn't put it down

The Soldiers Lady, made me want to keep reading. I can't wait to start book 3. Would love to see this set as a movie.

[Katina Oliver · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome

I am so loving these books. I'm so hooked on the series. I can't stop. Great job. I'm a true fan.

[Annette · Rating 4 out of 5]

very good book. I love how Emma grows up. Some parts are very sad, funny and spiritual. I really enjoyed this bood

[Lisa · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great story!

[caroljordan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Times are hard.

I really enjoyed The Solder's Lady. You get attached to the characters and can't believe their hardships. Can't wait to read the next book.

[Linda Klager · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a very good book. I liked how the author developed the story line for Emma and Micah. The book included drama, danger, romance, but most of all God's love and grace.

[Erica Yoder · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is soooooo good! Definitely read the first series and then the first book of this series but wow! So good❤️

[Beth · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fourth in a series of 5 books detailing the lives of 2 girls, their families & friends, in the late Civil War era in the South, when bands of deserters from both sides roved the South, looting, pillaging, & raping, even burning down entire crop fields & houses. Inspirational fiction. Very well done.

[A Busscher · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was ok... everything was pretty, tied with a bow and everyone got what they wanted with a little bit of tension thrown into make it a little more interesting. The only bit that was thrown off was the fact that william died. But afterwards, I thought they glossed over the pain of grief. Yes, she was sad, but don't worry. Micah is there to love on her.

[Anna Echols · Rating 5 out of 5]

In this second installment of the Carolina Cousins, Emmma learns what it means to be a child of God. This is the story of her growing up process, and how she matures into a radiant daughter of the King!

[Sarah Hussion · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautiful story of integration and acceptance

This series continues to shine light on God's love regardless of race or skin color. It engulfs you in plantation times and keeps your attention to see what comes next.

[Diane Carter · Rating 2 out of 5]

I did not finish this book! It was incredibly boring . I read his other series on Rosewood. I kept waiting for this book to get into some kind of story . I don’t have time to waste on books I don’t like . There are too many out there

[Wendy · Rating 3 out of 5]

Started out kind of slow but over all I enjoyed it. Nice, happy ending.

[J · Rating 2 out of 5]

Got bored with it, started skimming only reading highlights.

[Susan Savelle-Fritz · Rating 5 out of 5]

I Love this whole series, but this particular book, spoke to my heart.

[Melanie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Hard to read the accents. Sometimes the religious ideas seemed forced. Could have left off the last 2-3 chapters. I don't think I'll read the other book in the series.

[ANNETTE · Rating 4 out of 5]

I like this Author.Kinda thought it had a slow start but, loved the adventure.

[Patrick V. Evoniuk · Rating 4 out of 5]

The Soldier's Lady

I enjoyed the first two books of the Carolina Cousins series. I am looking forward the last two books in the series.

[Cheryl Ritch · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Dream

I always dreamed life would someday be this way, where everyone loved each other no matter. How the family on Rosewood lived should be an example for all the world to see and follow. What a beautiful series. Thank you for writing the Carolina Cousin series.

[M · Rating 1 out of 5]

Just okay.

[Robin McAlpine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good follow up

Good follow up to the previous series of the girls/cousins. Was glad to not see as much repeating of the stories of the previous books as had the book before.