Where Hearts are Free by Golden Keyes Parsons

Book Description

The odds are stacked against Bridget and Philippe reuniting. But God has a plan for them if they'll only believe.

It’s 1687, in the burgeoning town of Philadelphia, and for seven years, Bridget Barrington has watched with growing affection as Philippe Clavell worked as an indentured servant for her father, a wealthy landowner.

Her father rejects her request for Philippe to be a potential suitor as he has none of the qualities Mr. Barrington hoped for his daughter's future husband, the least of which is a respectable income.

Heartbroken, Bridget accedes to her parents’ wishes and gets engaged to a man she does not love. However, Bridget's husband-to-be does not love her, but only her wealth.

But there's always light in the midst of darkness for those who have faith. This stunning historical romance concludes the gripping Darkness to Light series.

Rachel's Review:

Should we follow our hearts and face rejection or should we do what is expected of us? That’s a universal question that everyone has to face. Bridget Barrington was stuck between the man she loved and following her parents wishes. Phillipe Clavell had to choose between the woman he loved and his freedom.

Bridget and Phillipe both made the choice that most people make to avoid conflict. Bridget gave up on Phillipe and agreed to marry the man her parents choose for her and Phillipe agreed to stay away from Bridget and gain his freedom.

Bridget had resigned herself to her fate and reluctantly agreed to an engagement to a man much older than she and too prissy for her taste. As their engagement continued Bridget realized what a cruel and immoral man she was marrying and wanted to get out. Phillipe realized that freedom wasn’t the same without the woman he loved and went back to rescue her.

I enjoyed every word as the story unfolded. The sweet romance and tragic events kept me intrigued. I learned that doing what people expect of us isn’t always the right way and that we should follow the heart where it leads.

**This book was made available for review by publisher.