MY REVIEW:
Once again Elizabeth Camden has grabbed my attention and held onto it until the very last word. “Beyond All Dreams” has everything I love in historical fiction – a story built around historical facts, realistic characters, some drama, a bit of mystery and/or danger, a touch of humor, and of course some nice romantic tension.
Both of the primary characters are thoroughly human with real flaws. Anna O’Brien has spent much of her life attempting not to attract attention because of the cruelty of fellow students after a devastating injury. Orphaned at an early age, during the course of her dream job at the Library of Congress Anna discovers errors in the official report about the disappearance of her father’s ship. Her attempts to have the error corrected are stonewalled in every direction. Luke Callahan is a promising congressman whose career has just taken a nosedive when he becomes fascinated by the feisty librarian. Although she is attracted to the persuasive congressman, Anna repels his advances repeatedly.
I enjoyed “Beyond All Dreams” very much, especially how Anna and Luke were portrayed with all their faults and strengths. I admired the honesty of Luke’s continuous struggle with his temper and fear that he would be just like his father. Anna’s determination to find the truth and to stand up for those she felt were mistreated was inspiring. Her willingness to forgive even the worst offenses against her could only come from her strong faith.
I could say much more about “Beyond All Dreams” but fear that doing so would result in spoilers. If you are a love of historical romance, “Beyond All Dreams” is a book you do not want to miss!
This book was provided for review by LitFuse Publicity.
ABOUT THE BOOK:
Is bringing the truth to light worth risking all they’ve ever dreamed for their futures?
Anna O’Brien leads a predictable and quiet life as a map librarian at the illustrious Library of Congress until she stumbles across the baffling mystery of a ship disappeared at sea. Thwarted in her attempts to uncover information, her determination outweighs her shyness and she turns to a dashing congressman for help.
Luke Callahan was one of the nation’s most powerful congressmen before his promising career was shadowed in scandal. Eager to share in a new cause and intrigued by the winsome librarian, he joins forces with Anna to solve the mystery of the lost ship. Opposites in every way, Anna and Luke are unexpectedly drawn to each other despite the strict rules forbidding Anna from any romantic entanglements with members of Congress.
From the gilded halls of the Capitol where powerful men shape the future of the nation, to the scholarly archives of the nation’s finest library, Anna and Luke are soon embroiled in secrets much bigger and more perilous than they ever imagined. Is bringing the truth to light worth risking all they’ve ever dreamed for their futures?
Learn more and purchase a copy at Elizabeth’s website.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Elizabeth Camden is the author of six books and a RITA and Christy Award winner. With a master’s in history and a master’s in library science, she is a research librarian by day and scribbles away on her next novel by night. Elizabeth lives with her husband in Florida.
Find out more about Elizabeth at http://elizabethcamden.com.
Beyond All Dreams’ Kindle Fire Giveaway and Author Chat Party
Travel back in time to the U.S. Capitol and the Library of Congress in Elizabeth Camden’s newest release, Beyond All Dreams. From the gilded halls of the Capitol where powerful men shape the future of the nation, to the scholarly archives of the nation’s finest library, Anna and Luke are soon embroiled in secrets much bigger and more perilous than they ever imagined. Is bringing the truth to light worth risking all they’ve ever dreamed for their futures?
Elizabeth is celebrating the release of Beyond All Dreams with a Kindle giveaway and Facebook party on February 17.
One grand prize winner will receive:
- A Kindle Fire
- One copy of Beyond All Dreams
Enter today by clicking the icon below. But hurry, the giveaway ends on 2/17. Winner will be announced at Elizabeth’s 2/17 Beyond All Dreams Facebook author chat party. RSVP for a chance to connect with Elizabeth and historical fiction fans, as well as for the opportunity to win some great prizes!
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This sounds like a book I would really enjoy. Thank you for sharing your review.