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tam2eyes's review against another edition
2.0
I rarely give just 2 stars, however the dialogue felt rushed, the whole story really felt rushed. I have liked other books by this author, the plot seemed to have potential, however as I said before the story felt rushed which made the plot fall flat for me.
booksaprilreads's review against another edition
5.0
I have long been a fan of Maggie Brendan. The longer she is an author, the better she gets. This is saying a lot because her very first book was fantastic, and A Sweet Misfortune is even better.
Rachel Matthews has lost her parents. She and her brother, Preston, have lost their farm. While he is off trying to mine gold, she has become a dancer in a dance hall to have a roof over her head and to try to earn money to help Preston get the farm back.
When Preston finds out that she is working in a dance hall, he sends a friend to rescue her until he can get back. Enter John McIntyre into the story. John is a cattle baron. His focus is on getting as much land as he can. He is not concerned with much else, and definitely does not have time for a dance hall girl named Rachel Matthews.
It doesn’t take Rachel long to find out that John is the one who owns the farm. He made a deal with Preston to buy the farm and hold it until Preston could make the money, as long as he made the necessary amount buy a certain time. What neither of them counted on is the attraction they have for each other and try so hard to deny.
In addition to their attraction for each other, these two learn some tough lessons about greed, pride, and trusting not only each other, but also trusting God to provide for their every need.
I loved this book! The chemistry between Rachel and John is sweet, humorous, and pure. It was so much fun reading about the development of their relationship. I could relate to their difficulty in learning to trust God, and also allowing their hearts to be open to love. I cannot wait for the next book in this series to be published.
I was provided a copy of this book by the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
Rachel Matthews has lost her parents. She and her brother, Preston, have lost their farm. While he is off trying to mine gold, she has become a dancer in a dance hall to have a roof over her head and to try to earn money to help Preston get the farm back.
When Preston finds out that she is working in a dance hall, he sends a friend to rescue her until he can get back. Enter John McIntyre into the story. John is a cattle baron. His focus is on getting as much land as he can. He is not concerned with much else, and definitely does not have time for a dance hall girl named Rachel Matthews.
It doesn’t take Rachel long to find out that John is the one who owns the farm. He made a deal with Preston to buy the farm and hold it until Preston could make the money, as long as he made the necessary amount buy a certain time. What neither of them counted on is the attraction they have for each other and try so hard to deny.
In addition to their attraction for each other, these two learn some tough lessons about greed, pride, and trusting not only each other, but also trusting God to provide for their every need.
I loved this book! The chemistry between Rachel and John is sweet, humorous, and pure. It was so much fun reading about the development of their relationship. I could relate to their difficulty in learning to trust God, and also allowing their hearts to be open to love. I cannot wait for the next book in this series to be published.
I was provided a copy of this book by the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
thecajunbookworm's review against another edition
4.0
I really enjoyed reading this one. A super quick read for me though I did find towards the end the story seemed to drag on a bit. It was just a really good, feel good type of book.
blackngoldgirlsbookspot's review against another edition
3.0
Maggie Brendan pens romances that are reminiscent of the classic westerns by famed Christian writer Janette Oke. In the Christian genre today, the sweet, uncomplicated love stories are something of a rarity. Brendan writes with the spirit of a pioneer who can take one back to the days of the prairie or the Wild West in just a few lines.
A Sweet Misfortune is one of those novels. There is no complex plot or crazy love triangles, just the straight up affection between a stubborn cowboy and his reluctant lady. That said, at times it comes across almost a little too dry. Maybe it's too much pride from John or Rachel's unrealistic, lightning quick acceptance of a perfect stranger kidnapping her from the dance hall, but unfortunately this story stuck in my craw rather than warming the cockles of my heart. However, the female friendships are on par. From the motherly advice of John's grandmother, Estelle, to the sisterly companship of Molly, Rachel wasn't without a great support system. Those types of relationships are something that most of us crave and can relate to.
This may not be my favorite book by Ms. Brendan (try her earlier series'!), but it's certainly worth a look all you lovers of historical romance!
~ My Rating: 3 out of 5 stars ~
*I receive complimentary books for review from publishers, publicists, and/or authors. I am not required to write positive reviews. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255.*
A Sweet Misfortune is one of those novels. There is no complex plot or crazy love triangles, just the straight up affection between a stubborn cowboy and his reluctant lady. That said, at times it comes across almost a little too dry. Maybe it's too much pride from John or Rachel's unrealistic, lightning quick acceptance of a perfect stranger kidnapping her from the dance hall, but unfortunately this story stuck in my craw rather than warming the cockles of my heart. However, the female friendships are on par. From the motherly advice of John's grandmother, Estelle, to the sisterly companship of Molly, Rachel wasn't without a great support system. Those types of relationships are something that most of us crave and can relate to.
This may not be my favorite book by Ms. Brendan (try her earlier series'!), but it's certainly worth a look all you lovers of historical romance!
~ My Rating: 3 out of 5 stars ~
*I receive complimentary books for review from publishers, publicists, and/or authors. I am not required to write positive reviews. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255.*
mistree's review against another edition
4.0
Second in the Virtues and Vices of the Old West series, this one again takes individuals with their imperfections and with God's help, changes their attitudes and ways. In this case it is Rachel who began dancing in a saloon to make money to buy back her parents ranch. Her parents have died and she and her brother (who has gone off to the gold fields) are trying to raise money to buy back the farm they lost after their parents demise. Her brother writes to his best friend, John to rescue his sister from the saloon, which he does by swooping her off the stage and off to his ranch. John has become obsessed with adding to his vast ranch holdings. His wise grandmother helps both of them find where God wants them to be.
aprilreadstoo's review against another edition
5.0
I have long been a fan of Maggie Brendan. The longer she is an author, the better she gets. This is saying a lot because her very first book was fantastic, and A Sweet Misfortune is even better.
Rachel Matthews has lost her parents. She and her brother, Preston, have lost their farm. While he is off trying to mine gold, she has become a dancer in a dance hall to have a roof over her head and to try to earn money to help Preston get the farm back.
When Preston finds out that she is working in a dance hall, he sends a friend to rescue her until he can get back. Enter John McIntyre into the story. John is a cattle baron. His focus is on getting as much land as he can. He is not concerned with much else, and definitely does not have time for a dance hall girl named Rachel Matthews.
It doesn’t take Rachel long to find out that John is the one who owns the farm. He made a deal with Preston to buy the farm and hold it until Preston could make the money, as long as he made the necessary amount buy a certain time. What neither of them counted on is the attraction they have for each other and try so hard to deny.
In addition to their attraction for each other, these two learn some tough lessons about greed, pride, and trusting not only each other, but also trusting God to provide for their every need.
I loved this book! The chemistry between Rachel and John is sweet, humorous, and pure. It was so much fun reading about the development of their relationship. I could relate to their difficulty in learning to trust God, and also allowing their hearts to be open to love. I cannot wait for the next book in this series to be published.
I was provided a copy of this book by the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
Rachel Matthews has lost her parents. She and her brother, Preston, have lost their farm. While he is off trying to mine gold, she has become a dancer in a dance hall to have a roof over her head and to try to earn money to help Preston get the farm back.
When Preston finds out that she is working in a dance hall, he sends a friend to rescue her until he can get back. Enter John McIntyre into the story. John is a cattle baron. His focus is on getting as much land as he can. He is not concerned with much else, and definitely does not have time for a dance hall girl named Rachel Matthews.
It doesn’t take Rachel long to find out that John is the one who owns the farm. He made a deal with Preston to buy the farm and hold it until Preston could make the money, as long as he made the necessary amount buy a certain time. What neither of them counted on is the attraction they have for each other and try so hard to deny.
In addition to their attraction for each other, these two learn some tough lessons about greed, pride, and trusting not only each other, but also trusting God to provide for their every need.
I loved this book! The chemistry between Rachel and John is sweet, humorous, and pure. It was so much fun reading about the development of their relationship. I could relate to their difficulty in learning to trust God, and also allowing their hearts to be open to love. I cannot wait for the next book in this series to be published.
I was provided a copy of this book by the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
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