Traces of Mercy (Mercy Medallion Trilogy, #1) in David C Cook

Oct 03, 2013 Deborah rated it it was amazing

From Michael Landon Jr. and Cindy Kelley, authors of The Silent Gift and creators of the hit television film Love Comes Softly, comes an exciting historical romance set in post-Civil War, and filled with suspense and faith-building values.

At the war’s end, a young woman suffers an accident that leaves her unconscious and alone. Waking with amnesia, she takes the name Mercy and wants more than anything to find out the truth of her past. But then a handsome stranger arrives, who may hold the key ...more

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Sep 24, 2013 Katrina Epperson rated it it was amazing

This story brings us well developed characters with strong emotions and vivid descriptions that will transport the reader into the story. Lots of twists and turns that with each page turned the reader will become more invested in the storyline. This story is about Mercy a young woman who as the result of an injury has amnesia, which very little was known in the 1800's. After weeks of recovery from her physical wounds and having no place to go, the doctor takes her to Sister Helena at Little Sist This story brings us well developed characters with strong emotions and vivid descriptions that will transport the reader into the story. Lots of twists and turns that with each page turned the reader will become more invested in the storyline. This story is about Mercy a young woman who as the result of an injury has amnesia, which very little was known in the 1800's. After weeks of recovery from her physical wounds and having no place to go, the doctor takes her to Sister Helena at Little Sisters of Hope where a group of nuns live. Sister Helena knows that she needs and name and gives her one for the medallion around her neck. Mercy is haunted by the fact she has no memories, therefore, she knows nothing about her past or what she has left behind. She knows she is more comfortable in trousers than a dress, doesn't like sewing, and is good with animals.
Rand is considered one of the most eligible bachelors in St. Louis due to coming from a wealthy family and his social connections. His father, a railroad owner, was instrumental in several defeats of the confederates during the war. One day while on a picnic, he spies a trespasser in one of their ponds who turns out to be Mercy. Knowing a misunderstanding on his part occurred during this meeting, he goes to the nuns house to apologize to Mercy. He becomes intrigued by her and finds ways to immerse himself in helping the sisters, there by spending more time with Mercy.
Mercy develops feelings for Rand and tries to fight them because she continually questions who she is and how she has ended up to be here. Rand loves Mercy and wants to marry her, but knows this is a difficult step for her. He vows to help her in any way he can.
Elijah was a Union officer during the war and has been visiting with friends in St. Louis. A few months back, during a battle in Tennessee his brother was shot and while tending his wounds a confederate soldier came upon them. Instead of taking the "kill shot", the soldier lets his allows him to live and be with his brother during his final moments. This is a moment he will never forget. At an engagement party, he thinks he recognizes Mercy and after hearing her story becomes intrigued. After investigating all he had heard of Mercy, he confronts her with his conclusions. Mercy is devastated. Even though she has no memory of what she has heard, in her heart she knows it's true. Elijah tells her she must tell Rand of her past and if she doesn't he will. He knows that with the end of the war, attitudes had not changed and that Mercy needs to understand that if her memories return she has no way of knowing how she will feel about Rand.
Mercy knows, with how Rand feels about the confederacy, she doesn't want to see the look on his face when he finds out her past. Is there any way she can still have her happy ending?
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Nov 08, 2013 Diana Montgomery rated it it was amazing

Traces of Mercy
By: Michael Landon Jr. and Cindy Kelley

I came in thinking this book is going to be great just knowing it was by the creators of the Love Comes Softly series. This story is taking place as the Civil War is ending.

At the end of the war a young woman who has suffered a accident left unconscious. No one there to know who she is. Wakes up not knowing who she really is. She has a necklace that has the word Mercy on it so she takes that as her name. A handsome stranger does know who she ...more

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Oct 26, 2013 Amy rated it it was amazing

traces of Mercy takes place after the American Civil War. A young woman goes unconscious from an accident and wakes up with amnesia. Not remembering who she is, she decides to call herself Mercy. Mercy wants to find out who she is and about her mysterious past. What happens when she meets a young man who may know the key to her past?
I thought Traces of Mercy was a great story. I love the character of Mercy. I felt so sorry for the struggle she goes through to find out who she is. Just when the s ...more

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Apr 26, 2014 Sharee rated it it was amazing

Shelves: wanna-read, tread

An interesting tale about a girl with strange circumstances, Traces of Mercy was an exciting tale. Towards the end of the Civil War, Mercy suffers an accident that leaves her with amnesia. She moves in with the local nuns and helps out around the convent. She spends her time trying to remember anything about herself.

When she catches the eye of the most eligible bachelor in St. Louis, Mercy thinks that perhaps she can forget about trying to remember her past and focus on her future. But when some ...more

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Jun 30, 2015 Margaret Fraleigh rated it it was amazing

Shelves: 2015

excellent story - can't wait to read the second one in the series ...more

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Jul 24, 2013 Logan rated it really liked it

I am so excited that I have found another great series! Loved the strong female protagonist and the men who tried to save her. I flew through this book last night, it's so fast-paced. Can't wait to read the next one. ...more

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