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3.95 AVERAGE
3.95 AVERAGE
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
I absolutely loved this book! My attention was captivated by it from start to finish. It had everything I’m looking for in a good historical fiction book— or any book for that matter. Faith, romance, history, and suspense as well as beautiful writing and great characters. This is the kind of book that makes you feel as if you’re in the book, living the story with the characters and I loved it! I loved the setting of this book and all of the history within these pages. 5/5 stars for me!
I’d recommend it to older teens and up.
I’d recommend it to older teens and up.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief
Moderate: Death of parent
Minor: Gun violence, Suicide, Violence, Alcohol
I have to give this one 4 stars because it made me want to read more! However, I found Roxi to be in denial way too often it just became cringe at some points. Like girl, you know he loves you. It isn't cool anymore to pretend he doesn't. Anyway, I really did enjoy the book and the happy ending. Also, I was surprised by the plot twist of who was the spy. I was totally suspecting someone else the whole time. Good job Laura!
For a Christian Romance novel, this is one of the best that I've read. The author uses lots of words that actually belong in the time period of the setting. I give her major props for doing so since many romance historical writers that I've read forget that words were different back when. On top of that, the story flowered very easily. Every now and then it switched perspectives, but it still flowed rather well. I had problems putting down the book at 2am even though I had to be at work at 8am. However, I remember that this book was worth it.
Usually when I read Christian romances, the interactions with God make no sense and feel forced. A lot of them just stick out awkwardly. However, Frantz did a good job of blending God into the story. I may not have connected with the main character's devotion to God, but her prayers and interactions with God definitely added to her characterization.
There are a few things that I don't like. It seems like for every step forward that the protagonist took to get away from stereotypical gender roles, she took two steps back. That's why I almost gave this book 4 stars instead of 5. On the other hand, in terms of the historical context, the gender roles made sense. In that case, I like how the Roxy is placed into a man's position and exerts some power at the fort.
I don't care for the descriptions of the Redstone women. I feel like it was too obvious that they're examples of how Christians shouldn't be living if they're indoctrinated in Christ. I wish the protagonist could've been a bit more ambiguous towards them and not treated them as carefree obnoxious women who only develop into "Christian" ladies once they have babies and settle down. It would've been nice to see more equal treatment of the Redstone women.
At first, the only character I didn't care for was Abby. She seems like a character randomly placed in the book so that the author can add a plot twist and some characterization to the villain, hero, and Roxy. I rolled my eyes at the whole, "We look alike, but I can explain. I did not have relations with that woman." Of course not. He's the hero!
All complaining aside, I really did enjoy this book and would recommend it if you enjoy Christian Romances.
Usually when I read Christian romances, the interactions with God make no sense and feel forced. A lot of them just stick out awkwardly. However, Frantz did a good job of blending God into the story. I may not have connected with the main character's devotion to God, but her prayers and interactions with God definitely added to her characterization.
There are a few things that I don't like. It seems like for every step forward that the protagonist took to get away from stereotypical gender roles, she took two steps back. That's why I almost gave this book 4 stars instead of 5. On the other hand, in terms of the historical context, the gender roles made sense. In that case, I like how the Roxy is placed into a man's position and exerts some power at the fort.
I don't care for the descriptions of the Redstone women. I feel like it was too obvious that they're examples of how Christians shouldn't be living if they're indoctrinated in Christ. I wish the protagonist could've been a bit more ambiguous towards them and not treated them as carefree obnoxious women who only develop into "Christian" ladies once they have babies and settle down. It would've been nice to see more equal treatment of the Redstone women.
At first, the only character I didn't care for was Abby. She seems like a character randomly placed in the book so that the author can add a plot twist and some characterization to the villain, hero, and Roxy. I rolled my eyes at the whole, "We look alike, but I can explain. I did not have relations with that woman." Of course not. He's the hero!
All complaining aside, I really did enjoy this book and would recommend it if you enjoy Christian Romances.
I'm not a fan of Christian fiction really, but the plot of this book sounded really good so I thought I could get past the religious-ness of the book (perhaps this was naive of me).
Anyway, my main problem was that even when reading from the POV of the heroine, I had a hard time understanding half her actions. Her reasonings made no sense to me and I ended up feeling lost at times. And when you can't connect to the mindset of the main character, that character never really comes alive off the page and remains very two-dimensional.
There were a few other things that didn't feel realistic (too coincidental) or true to the period so that this book didn't do it for me.
Anyway, my main problem was that even when reading from the POV of the heroine, I had a hard time understanding half her actions. Her reasonings made no sense to me and I ended up feeling lost at times. And when you can't connect to the mindset of the main character, that character never really comes alive off the page and remains very two-dimensional.
There were a few other things that didn't feel realistic (too coincidental) or true to the period so that this book didn't do it for me.
I'm not really a big fan of the author, but the book was tolerable.
My husband thought this was a steamy romance novel based on the cover, but it's actually Christian fiction with more praying than kissing across the pages. The story is simple though enjoyable, the setting (a Kentucky fort during the Revolutionary War) interesting, and the characters sweetly appealing. A relaxing read.
One of My Favorites!
This was the first Laura Frantz book I read, and I was immediately a fan. After finishing the novel, I purchased all of her other books, and I have not missed a new release since then. Laura's writing is truly stunning. There are few authors out there that entrance me like she does with her eloquent words, heart-pounding plots, emotional love stories, historical details, and beautiful prose. I've never read a story by Laura that I haven't loved, and The Colonel's Lady is no exception. I highly recommend this book and this author.
This was the first Laura Frantz book I read, and I was immediately a fan. After finishing the novel, I purchased all of her other books, and I have not missed a new release since then. Laura's writing is truly stunning. There are few authors out there that entrance me like she does with her eloquent words, heart-pounding plots, emotional love stories, historical details, and beautiful prose. I've never read a story by Laura that I haven't loved, and The Colonel's Lady is no exception. I highly recommend this book and this author.
Nobody writes frontier romance like Laura Frantz! The Colonel's Lady is yet another example of Christian fiction at it's finest. This book is not simply a historical romance but a story of loss, hope, and the resilience of the human spirit. The beautiful and dangerous Kentucke territory has never been more alive to me and characters have never spoken to me more in any Christian book I've read. From the first shocking accident of an on edge militia to the tender ministrations and care of a lover to his beloved on her sickbed to the final shocking revelation, The Colonel's Lady will leave your heart topsy turvy. If Cass and Roxanna's unfolding relationship doesn't keep you riveted to the page nothing will. Be prepared to stay up long into the night even after the final page is turned thinking about all that happened, not just between the hero and heroine, but at Fort Endeavor and on the battlefield. Make room for The Colonel's Lady on your keeper shelf right beside The Frontiersman's Daughter and Courting Morrow Little.
*I received my complimentary review copy from Revell in exchange for posting my honest review.*
*I received my complimentary review copy from Revell in exchange for posting my honest review.*
Originally posted to https://christianshelfesteem.wordpress.com
Originally published in August 2011, The Colonel’s Lady by Laura Frantz is now available as an audiobook. Set in 1779, the story opens with five women and a child huddled in a cave attempting to evade a band of Indian raiders. Among the group headed to Ft. Endeavor in the Kentucky Territory is Roxanna Rowan. She has travelled all the way from Virginia to meet her father, who is about to resign his commission. Upon their safe arrival, Roxanna learns her father has been killed by friendly fire. With his dying breath, he placed Roxy in the charge of Colonel Cassius McLinn—the man who shot him.
I enjoy the way Frantz invites readers into a scene! Whether she is painting a sweeping landscape or an intimate scene between two characters, her imagery and attention to historic details are all-absorbing. Also, the woman can write a kiss… This is not something I would usually comment on, but the way she builds the chemistry between Cas and Roxy is commendable! In a story rife with conflict, I would have liked the author to leave her characters with some flaws–in my opinion the ending was too tidy. Allowing a character to extend grace and then erasing the need for that grace undermines the gravity of the action.
I thank Laura Jennings, the narrator, for this Audible recording of The Colonel’s Lady. I often do not revisit an author when a previous work has failed to capture my imagination. In contrast to Frantz’s Love’s Reckoning, this story had just the right amount of danger and romance to keep me engaged. All the way through, Jennings’ narration enhanced the urgency or intimacy of the scenes accordingly. While the story was a bit long (13 hours and 8 minutes), I never fatigued of Jennings voice or cadence. She also assigned enough distinction to each character’s voice that my focus was always rightfully placed. Through her voice performance, Jennings has reignited my interest in Frantz’s other stories.
Originally published in August 2011, The Colonel’s Lady by Laura Frantz is now available as an audiobook. Set in 1779, the story opens with five women and a child huddled in a cave attempting to evade a band of Indian raiders. Among the group headed to Ft. Endeavor in the Kentucky Territory is Roxanna Rowan. She has travelled all the way from Virginia to meet her father, who is about to resign his commission. Upon their safe arrival, Roxanna learns her father has been killed by friendly fire. With his dying breath, he placed Roxy in the charge of Colonel Cassius McLinn—the man who shot him.
I enjoy the way Frantz invites readers into a scene! Whether she is painting a sweeping landscape or an intimate scene between two characters, her imagery and attention to historic details are all-absorbing. Also, the woman can write a kiss… This is not something I would usually comment on, but the way she builds the chemistry between Cas and Roxy is commendable! In a story rife with conflict, I would have liked the author to leave her characters with some flaws–in my opinion the ending was too tidy. Allowing a character to extend grace and then erasing the need for that grace undermines the gravity of the action.
I thank Laura Jennings, the narrator, for this Audible recording of The Colonel’s Lady. I often do not revisit an author when a previous work has failed to capture my imagination. In contrast to Frantz’s Love’s Reckoning, this story had just the right amount of danger and romance to keep me engaged. All the way through, Jennings’ narration enhanced the urgency or intimacy of the scenes accordingly. While the story was a bit long (13 hours and 8 minutes), I never fatigued of Jennings voice or cadence. She also assigned enough distinction to each character’s voice that my focus was always rightfully placed. Through her voice performance, Jennings has reignited my interest in Frantz’s other stories.
adventurous
emotional
informative
lighthearted
mysterious
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Solid five star read, but oy vey that h! Some of her choices let me flabbergasted and frustrated!