I’m happily participating the blog tour for Erica Vetsch’s new inspirational historical romance novel: The Lost Lieutenant! Be sure to enter the giveaway at the bottom of this post!
He’s doing what he can to save the Prince Regent’s life . . . but can he save his new marriage as well?
Evan Eldridge never meant to be a war hero–he just wanted to fight Napoleon for the future of his country. And he certainly didn’t think that saving the life of a peer would mean being made the Earl of Whitelock. But when the life you save is dear to the Prince Regent, things can change in a hurry.
Now Evan has a new title, a manor house in shambles, and a stranger for a bride, all thrust upon him by a grateful ruler. What he doesn’t have are all his memories. Traumatized as a result of his wounds and bravery on the battlefield, Evan knows there’s something he can’t quite remember. It’s important, dangerous–and if he doesn’t recall it in time, will jeopardize not only his marriage but someone’s very life.
Readers who enjoy Julie Klassen, Carolyn Miller, and Kristi Ann Hunter will love diving into this brand-new Regency series filled with suspense, aristocratic struggles, and a firm foundation of faith.
Read an excerpt from Kregel by clicking here!
Erica Vetsch is a New York Times best-selling and ACFW Carol Award–winning author. She is a transplanted Kansan now living in Minnesota with her husband, who she claims is both her total opposite and soul mate.
Vetsch loves Jesus, history, romance, and sports. When she’s not writing fiction, she’s planning her next trip to a history museum and cheering on her Kansas Jayhawks and New Zealand All Blacks.
A self-described history geek, she has been planning her first research trip to England.
Learn more about Erica Vetsch and her books at www.ericavetsch.com. She can also be found on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest.
The Lost Lieutenant is utterly romantic and original! While a Regency marriage of convenience might be a familiar trope combination, the vibrant characters are anything but predictable. This is the tale of an unlikely couple up against societal standards, a meddling Prince, the impact of the Napoleonic Wars, familial tyranny, and plenty of secrets.
Author Erica Vetsch’s inclusion of the Napoleonic wars through Evan’s veteran experience contrasts with his rise to privilege, ultimately offering a unique perspective of society that’s amusing and enlightening. Diana is a wonderful counterpart to his reserved and unfamiliar nature, proving herself a formidable and intelligent help to him while she handles her own familial challenges.
I loved seeing the romantic relationship between Evan and Diana grow in complexity, even while the secrets between them multiply. Seeing them untangle their own reservations and circumstances with each other’s help makes for some sweetly romantic moments and chivalrous opportunities. In the midst of the swoony moments, hints of a spy and enigmatic acquaintances add to the tension and thrilling reveals. I appreciate how the value of truth and integrity is subtly woven through this story, as is God’s provision in seemingly insurmountable circumstances.
I’m intrigued by the character of Marcus, and looking forward to his story in book 2: The Gentleman Spy!
Thank you to the publisher for the review copy. This is my honest review.
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