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bluebell4's review
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.0
speakingof_amy's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
gmommy's review
adventurous
hopeful
informative
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
0.5
forestidylls's review
4.0
I loved the double romance in this book, as well as the home for unwanted children - themes that are close to my heart! It was a little slower than Karen's other books, but still really enjoyed it!
reannesharelle's review
adventurous
inspiring
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
a_kira's review
adventurous
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
farmfreshlisa's review
5.0
I fell in love with Hanger's Horsemen in the first book. And my favorite was definitely quite stoic Jonah. Needless to say, when I discovered book 2 was going to be his AND Mark's story I was thrilled, but still hesitant. Would it be as good as book one? Would he get a good story?
the answer is a resounding 100% yes!
this book has earned my FIRST 5 star review of the year. It brought tears to my eyes because it pulled me in and tugged my heart strings. Jonah's story was phenomenal and Mark's was too, but I just really really love JOnah.
Eliza and Katherine's devotion to the children just warmed my heart. And the episode where little Abner describes how Katherine chose him just made me teary.
this one was a case where an already excellent series gets better with the next book! I don't know how [a:Karen Witemeyer|3114906|Karen Witemeyer|https://images.gr-assets.com/authors/1478186513p2/3114906.jpg] is going to best this one with Luke's story, but I eagerly await it. I predict a dainty gal for that big old bear!
the answer is a resounding 100% yes!
this book has earned my FIRST 5 star review of the year. It brought tears to my eyes because it pulled me in and tugged my heart strings. Jonah's story was phenomenal and Mark's was too, but I just really really love JOnah.
Eliza and Katherine's devotion to the children just warmed my heart. And the episode where little Abner describes how Katherine chose him just made me teary.
this one was a case where an already excellent series gets better with the next book! I don't know how [a:Karen Witemeyer|3114906|Karen Witemeyer|https://images.gr-assets.com/authors/1478186513p2/3114906.jpg] is going to best this one with Luke's story, but I eagerly await it. I predict a dainty gal for that big old bear!
melissasbookshelf's review against another edition
4.0
Enjoyed this second book in the Hanger’s Horsemen series! Karen Witemeyer has a way of writing a stirring action packed story with sympathetic well rounded characters whom you instantly want to see succeed.
This story focuses on two of the Hanger Horse men, Mark and Jonah. While delivering a steed, they encounter a woman who is in labor. After recently losing her husband, she wants nothing to do with the little girl Mark helps deliver. Mark instantly forms a bond with the infant and vows to see her placed in a home that will give her the care and love she deserves. He and Jonah are directed to Harmony House. Little does Mark realize he will run into the woman whom he nearly married 10 years ago.
Helping to run Harmony House is Eliza, a woman who feels the societal sting at the time of not only being illegitimate but of mixed race as well. When she meets the intriguing Jonah, she begins to question whether her choice to remain unattached is really what she wants. When children begin to disappear from the town, both men decide to stay on to not only solve the mystery of the missing children but also explore a relationship with the women they’re beginning to fall for.
I listened to the audiobook version of the story. Whether or not a narrator is good is completely at the discretion of the listener. That said, I found that while I enjoyed the story, I didn’t necessarily love the narrator. I felt like her voice didn’t match up to the characters. I think I would have enjoyed the story even more if I had read it rather than listened to it.
I enjoyed the diverse characters, the romance, and the mystery. Looking forward to the next book in the series!
This story focuses on two of the Hanger Horse men, Mark and Jonah. While delivering a steed, they encounter a woman who is in labor. After recently losing her husband, she wants nothing to do with the little girl Mark helps deliver. Mark instantly forms a bond with the infant and vows to see her placed in a home that will give her the care and love she deserves. He and Jonah are directed to Harmony House. Little does Mark realize he will run into the woman whom he nearly married 10 years ago.
Helping to run Harmony House is Eliza, a woman who feels the societal sting at the time of not only being illegitimate but of mixed race as well. When she meets the intriguing Jonah, she begins to question whether her choice to remain unattached is really what she wants. When children begin to disappear from the town, both men decide to stay on to not only solve the mystery of the missing children but also explore a relationship with the women they’re beginning to fall for.
I listened to the audiobook version of the story. Whether or not a narrator is good is completely at the discretion of the listener. That said, I found that while I enjoyed the story, I didn’t necessarily love the narrator. I felt like her voice didn’t match up to the characters. I think I would have enjoyed the story even more if I had read it rather than listened to it.
I enjoyed the diverse characters, the romance, and the mystery. Looking forward to the next book in the series!
emmasbookdiary's review
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
medium-paced
4.5
I really enjoyed the second book in this series! I loved the characters! Eliza and Jonah as well as Mark and Katherine were so sweet together.💗
I loved all the children in this story! I admired Eliza and Katherine so much for taking care of those sweet babies.💗
There was plenty of action and suspense that made this one hard to put down!
In conclusion, another one of Karen Witemeyer’s books that I thoroughly enjoyed!
I loved all the children in this story! I admired Eliza and Katherine so much for taking care of those sweet babies.💗
There was plenty of action and suspense that made this one hard to put down!
In conclusion, another one of Karen Witemeyer’s books that I thoroughly enjoyed!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child abuse, Confinement, Kidnapping, and Abandonment
Minor: Gun violence, Violence, Blood, and Grief