Book 2
STORY-LINE:
In this story, we find Fergus Reagan. One of the six Reagan brothers, some brothers of blood and others not, raised by a Pastor Reagan and his wife. Raised with Christian values and compassion for their fellow-man, he is a man of honor. Pursuing a career in photography, he prepares to take a photograph of a train as it crosses the river. To his surprise just as he takes a photograph, someone falls from the train into the water below; he rushes to save the person and finds a young woman almost dead. Iris Kerns’ plans to end her life fails as he rescues her.
Afraid and alone, Iris does not trust men. She has good reasons for her distrust. However, as she recovers traveling with him, he offers her a job as his photography assistant in Clear Creek. Coming to see him as a trustworthy man, Iris finds he’s different from the men she has known in the past. However, her past will not stay in the past, as her abuser follows her. Danger on Iris’ trail stalks Iris, Fergus and his family. My romance book reviews follow.
CHARACTERS, PLOTTING, DEVELOPMENT:
Once again Linda Hubalek crafted a clean, sweet romance. Featuring the small town of 1886 Clear Creek, it’s citizens, and the six Reagan brothers, as well as, Pastor and Mrs. Reagan. Pastor Reagan and his wife are a force to be reckoned with; they are caretakers of the community and firmly committed to God.
Hubalek takes the reader back to one of my favorite communities filled with good people possessing faith in God and care for each other. I like this town, and it’s citizens; Godly hard-working people always willing to lend a hand to help or a shoulder to cry upon. Filling her town with a variety of characters, she portrays small-town life skillfully. All small towns have the Godly and the not so Godly, as well as, the occasional villain passing through. We get to visit with the people from her earlier books in the series, and it’s terrific to see them again. Chomping at the bit to read the next book in the series, I look forward to its publication. I wonder who will be the future Groom With Honor.
Her plotting of this story will bring tears to your eyes as you see the old south from the perspective of Iris. A time in history no one’s proud of, the Civil War has ended and the slaves free. Hubalek always gives the reader just enough history to set and compliment the premise of the story.
Iris has secrets which will impact the Reagan family, herself and Fergus. Hubalek crafted a dastardly villain, as well as, portraying plantation life in all its glory; yes that’s said with tongue in cheek. Iris must come to terms with her trust issues as she comes close to him. It’s wonderful to see her mature and stand tall. A kind compassionate man, he is perfect for Iris’ love interest; she needs gentle, kind, and understanding handling. His kind nature, Godly conduct, high values taught by his parents, and faith does not keep him from protecting what is his and standing up for what is right.
This is a standalone read in the Grooms With Honor series. However, I would suggest reading the earlier books to further your enjoyment and immerse yourself in the characters, Clear Creek, and life in a small Kansas town. I love books in which I see all the characters again and what’s happened in their lives.
The pacing of the story smooth and steady, well-developed characters, and a heart-gripping premise held me glued to Fergus’ Honor. An excellent addition to the series, I would not hesitate to buy this book for myself or a friend. This is a clean, sweet romance which does not rely on fluff to fill the pages nor sex to sell the story-line.
FERGUS’ HONOR RECOMMENDATION: STARS 4
FINALLY, PLEASE NOTE:
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