Bride Ships: A Reluctant Bride (Paperback)

from Sherry

Based on the true event of the Tynemouth bride ship that sailed from England to British Columbia in 1862, I was easily transported back in time to the events that took place in this book. I avoided history in school yet I was so drawn into this book and interested in the bride ships that I found ...

from Jaquelyn2

There is so much to love about this book. Who doesn't love the opportunity for someone who's living in unimaginable circumstances to change their life? Mercy lives in the slums and is surrounded by hunger, filth, and need. For as long as she can remember she has taken care of her siblings, and...

from polarmath

I could not go through what Mercy did. She gave up everything and still kept her sweet helpful nature. She had people looking down on her just because of where she was born, but did not let that stop her. She was able to find the best in her circumstances and I loved how it all turned out. Mercy ...

from pattistep

This is quite a story. I've always admired the research that Jody Hedlund does to make sure that her books have an authentic feel to them. When you combine her research skills with her amazing ability to write a compelling story, it's no wonder that I can hardly put any of her books down once I...

from

“Our whole lives are going to be filled with challenges, and our job is to keep growing and seeking after what God has next for us.” Jody Hedlund ranks among the top Christian fiction authors in my book, and “A Reluctant Bride” is the perfect illustration of why. Her writing impeccably integrates...