Like Honey for the BonesBy Brandy Heineman
This is an interesting book. First it is split-time so we are offered two stories in different time periods. The first is set in the present day and Solveig Borja is dealing with the death of her granfather and closing out all he had in Virginia. The second story is set in 1919, and Gussie Rice is waiting for her fiancee's return from the Great War. And she is waiting for word from him, while having to deal with issues in her own home.
In both stories we are presented with two young women who are facing secrets. Secrets that have a bearing on their future. And each has a young man there waiting to offer a helping hand if they should need it.
Now I will say I did have a little bit of trouble getting into the story at first. I think it is the mood of the story - it is dark and troubled, but that is to be expected when one is facing the loss of one's beloved family member. But it is the hostility she faces from those who caused her to flee Virginia years ago that makes it difficult. And yet one offers her a glimpse of hope, even if it is hope that she can't accept at the time, but still it is offered.
Once the book got into it the story was easier to get into, so this is one of those books that persistence is worth your time. And as the storylines bring the two periods together the intrigue drew me further into the stories of these women's lives. I do love a thread of mystery weaving everything together.
I was provided a complimentary copy of this book with no expectations but that I provide my honest opinion. All thoughts expressed are my own.
About the Book
Title: Like Honey for the Bones
Author: Brandy Heineman
Publisher: Independently Published
Release Date: July 24, 2023
Genre: Christian Split-time Romantic Mystery
TWO HEARTS BROKEN ALONG THE SAME JAGGED EDGE MAKE A GRISLY DISCOVERY DEEP IN THE SHENANDOAH VALLEY
Present Day. Solveig Borja fled Virginia to escape the guilt of one reckless night, and once she settles the family estate, she’s Norway-bound and never looking back. Meanwhile, Kyle Benton has come seeking asylum from past sins—which Solveig shatters even as their hopeless romance blooms. But when they discover a skeleton at Rice Caverns, its century-old mystery holds startling links to the here-and-now.
1919. The Great War is won. Gussie Rice longs for her beau's return from France, until she learns he’s confined at a stateside hospital and her closest confidant is part of the secret. Her bid for love sparks a confrontation that ricochets through time...
Bad blood and escalating threats swirl around Solveig, and Kyle’s new life proves no haven from the old with his brother's killer trolling the shadows. As the past rears up, the cavern’s hidden places beckon with power to light their hope or to swallow them in utter darkness.
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About the Author
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Sounds like a great book.
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