A Most Inconvenient Marriage by Regina Jennings
With few options of her own, nurse Abigail Stuart agrees to marry her patient, a gravely wounded soldier calling himself Jeremiah Calhoun. They arrange a quick ceremony before he dies, giving Abigail the rights to his Ozark farm and giving Jeremiah the peace of knowing someone will care for his ailing sister after he’s gone–a practical solution for both of them.
After the war, Abigail fulfills her side of the bargain–until the real Jeremiah Calhoun shows up, injured but definitely alive, and wastes no time in challenging Abigail’s story. Abigail is flummoxed. After months of claiming to be his widow, how can she explain that she’s never seen this Jeremiah Calhoun before? How can she convince him that she isn’t trying to steal his farm? And will she find a way to stay, even though this practical arrangement has turned into a most inconvenient marriage?
Thoughts:
“Sometimes the best gifts aren’t convenient at the time.”
I was immediately drawn to this book, first by the cover and then by the title. As I read the back cover, I knew this was a story I would love!
I enjoy Civil War era stories and I was quickly captivated by this one. The historical details are rich and the Ozark Mountain setting is vivid. Abigail Stuart and Jeremiah Calhoun are engaging characters and their story, with its unique circumstances, is full of emotion, from heart-wrenching to heartwarming. This delightful tale has it all- trials and tribulations, humor and hijinks, faith and forgiveness, and a stirring romance. I loved A Most Inconvenient Marriage and can’t wait to read more from this incredibly talented author!
I received a complimentary copy of this book through the Bethany House Blogger Reviewer program. All thoughts expressed are my own and no monetary compensation was received.
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Regina Jennings is a graduate of Oklahoma Baptist University with a degree in English and a history minor. She has worked at The Mustang News and First Baptist Church of Mustang, along with time at the Oklahoma National Stockyards and various livestock shows. She now lives outside Oklahoma City with her husband and four children.
To learn more about Regina and her books, please visit http://www.reginajennings.com/.
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Great review, Britney! I loved this story, too! Blessings!
Thanks so much for stopping by, Carrie! Hugs and blessings!!
Thank you for a great review, Britney!