Marisa Masterson

This was a nicely written story about a young woman who becomes a mail order bride. Priscilla is desperate to get away from her father and jumps at the chance to become someone’s wife. She has no idea what she is getting into, but she knows that she is safer away from her father. Her father was a preacher but he treated his daughter with anger that sometimes would be frightening to her. The letter she received from her intended was sweet and gave Priscilla hope.

I don’t think Jack makes a good impression on Priscilla when they first meet. What happened to that kind hearted man who wrote such an endearing letter to her? Jack isn’t all that thrilled with Priscilla but will marry her to make his mother happy. Looks like there will be a time of getting to know each other before they should marry.

I loved piggy wiggy and thought how nice it was for Priscilla to have her help adjust to her new home. The poor little runt needed extra attention and this gives Priscilla a reason to stay. The author uses this time to explore the two main characters and find out that they both have this need to be wanted. Jack becomes very protective of Priscilla when she explains that someone may come looking for her. Jack is having problems adjusting being home from the war. They both find themselves growing closer to each other as they get accustomed to their new lives.

The author adds a bit of danger to the story which exposes how pride can get the best of someone. This part of the story was intense and added an illustration of forgiving, understanding , unconditional love and allowing God to soften your heart. The ending is nice and I hope piggy wiggy makes another appearance in a book soon.

I received a copy of this book from Celebrate Lit. The review is my own opinion.… (más)