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A little bit about what you'll find reviewed on this blog: I believe the best books involve characters you wish you could read more about long after the book is finished. Recently, I've been searching for hidden gems from the past. I read mostly fiction, and I'm a bit of a prude. I don't normally enjoy books with sex or excessive language.

Who I am:
I raised two wonderful girls, and I'm super proud of them. I enjoy reading (of course), sewing, cross stitching, photography and writing. I live in the high desert portion of Washington (which I didn't know existed until my husband and I decided to move here) and have really enjoyed my time out here. I am excited to see what God has next in store for my life!

Tuesday, February 4, 2020

The Land Beneath Us (Sunrise at Normandy #3) - Sarah Sundin


This is the third book in the series.  The other two are The Sea Before Us and The Sky Above Us.

This is the conclusion of the series and revolves around Clay, the youngest brother.  He’s part of the Rangers, and the dream of his death is becoming more frequent.  He’s been unhappy for a long time, so he sees the premonition as a release and a certainty.

Leah is an orphan, and all she wants is a family.  Getting together with Clay wasn’t what either of them had planned, but he wants to see that she’s taken care of, and she wants to have a family.  As the time approaches for Clay’s dream to come true, they begin to realize what they could mean to each other.

I think it’s important to know that there’s rape and a subsequent pregnancy in the book.  The feelings associated with it felt a bit glossed over, but you should be aware it’s in there if the topic bothers you.

I enjoyed this book and getting to know the characters.  I always like Sundin’s WWII novels and all the little details.  For example, I was especially drawn to Clay’s Bible in this book.  I actually have my grandfather’s pocket New Testament (his has a gold-plated steel cover), complete with the slipcover it was mailed in.  Details like that remind me to remember the past.  History shouldn’t be forgotten.

A big thank you to the author for creating a nice post-war wrap-up at the end of the book.  Updates on all three brothers wrapped up in a nice little bow.  This was a good series that I really liked reading.  Good Book!

*I received a copy of this book from Revell through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.



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