reviewsbyerin

Evangeline left home as a teenager, a young woman ready to explore the world and all it has to offer. Four years later, her father King Lior is still desperately searching for her, wondering what happened to his princess and why she won't return home.

Sir Darrek would give anything to honor his king by bringing home his long-lost daughter. Now that he's found Evangeline, working as a servant and going by the name of Eva, he has no intention of leaving Cavendish Castle without her. Why would Eva stay as a servant when she has a loving and luxurious home waiting for her?

If anyone is beyond redemption, Eva believes she is. She's made her choices, is dealing with the consequences, and feels unworthy of anything more than a life of menial service. Even with Sir Darrek there to try to convince her, she will not be moved. Because if she agrees, she might lose the one thing she still holds dear above all else.

The depth of Eva's pain touched my heart. I ached for her. I related to her, even though our pain may not be the same, and I believe other readers will as well. This story has the power to change lives as it delves into real issues, real wounds, real fears. Real self-deceptions. Though Eva struggles, others love and sacrifice and never give up hoping that she will be restored to her rightful place and relationship with her father. Can she make the choice to embrace the grace offered to her?

If you've ever made mistakes, and we all have, there's something for you in this book. This was my first time reading Hannah Currie, and I was so impressed by the way she handled some really difficult topics. I'll certainly hope to read more of her books in the future!

I received my copy of the book from the author. All thoughts in this review are my own.