A review by lgmaxwell722
A Ballad of Love and Glory by Reyna Grande

3.0

A Ballard of Love and Glory is both a love story and a history lesson about Los Patricos, Irishman who fought on the side of Mexico in the 1840s. What I liked about this book was that Ximina and John were well developed characters who could stand on their own. I also enjoyed the historical fiction aspect when learning about specific battles and personas who were instrumental in this time period. A Ballard of Love and Glory kept me engaged the whole time. It was heartbreaking in it's honest portrayal of war and the loss it demands. Recommend for fans of Reyna Grande and those who want to learn more about the US battle for land along the Rio Grande boundary.