When the Heart Heals (Sisters at Heart #2) - Ann Shorey

I read the first book in this series, Where the Wildflowers Bloom, last year.  I still have tons of books on my Kindle and decided to read this one since the third one in the series is due out next week.

Rosemary needs to find a way to support herself.  Since she was a nurse during the Civil War, she feels drawn to that kind of work again.  Unfortunately, it isn't a popular career for women.  She approaches the new doctor, Elijah, in hopes that he will give her a chance. Her stubborn streak gets her in trouble and she finds herself having to choose between what she feels is right and taking care of herself.

Elijah likes having Rosemary as a nurse, but she seems determined to undermine him, especially when it comes to her prescribing her herbal treatments.  His father is also a doctor, but some of the ways he's earned his income have caused Elijah to distance himself and guard his reputation.  While he is drawn to Rosemary, it seems like she is determined to work against him at every turn.

Once these two figure out they're a good pair, they still have to figure out who is threatening Rosemary.  She's getting ominous notes and the danger is escalating.  Later, Rosemary has cause to question Elijah's affections, but she doesn't seem to want to listen to his explanation.

I really enjoyed this book and read through it in two days.  I was a little agitated at Rosemary when she wouldn't let Elijah explain, but as always, we get the happy ending I ask for in my books.  The third book is called Love's Sweet Beginning and comes out February 4.  It is the story of Cassie, a character that stays with Rosemary for a time. While Faith, the heroine of the first novel, is mentioned quite a few times, I think it is safe to read these out of order and not be lost.  Good Book!