{"id":26308,"date":"2020-12-09T15:30:20","date_gmt":"2020-12-09T20:30:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/?p=26308"},"modified":"2020-12-09T15:30:20","modified_gmt":"2020-12-09T20:30:20","slug":"train-to-laramie-by-andrew-roth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/?p=26308","title":{"rendered":"Train to Laramie by Andrew Roth"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-26309\" src=\"https:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Train-to-Laramie.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"900\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Train-to-Laramie.png 600w, https:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Train-to-Laramie-480x720.png 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 600px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>MY REVIEW:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>It is not often that I read a book written by a male author whose primary character is female. Train to Laramie is just such a novel and I must say it was well done. I had no problem believing this story of Tess and her experiences. <\/p>\n<p>And Tess definitely experienced quite a few things within these pages, many of which were unexpected. On the run (with her mother&#8217;s blessing) to escape her often abusive stepfather and his evil intentions towards her, Tess accidentally hopped on the wrong train in her haste. At the end of the line, Tess found herself in Laramie, a railroad camp town comprised of mostly railroad workers and the businesses that catered to them. This rough community was run by a unscrupulous sheriff and his step-brothers. Rescued by one of the only honorable men in town, Tess must find a way to pay for her journey to Chicago as originally planned.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><em>Train to Laramie<\/em> was an exciting tale laced with plenty of action, danger, and unexpected twists, all interwoven into a strong message of faith in God. I liked the strength portrayed by Tess as well as her unyielding spiritual stand. Brett was the epitome of the perfect hero with his integrity, protective nature, and his own uncompromising faith. Just when it seemed as if everything was going well for Brett and his partner, something new would happen that made me wonder how things would turn out for them.<\/p>\n<p>A scene or two were fairly graphic but more implied than overly descriptive. <em>Train to Laramie <\/em>was a great read with the important lesson that evil may have its day but payday always comes. I enjoyed this book and those who love westerns as I do should also enjoy it.<a href=\"http:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/divider2.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10857\" title=\"divider2\" src=\"http:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/divider2.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"317\" height=\"61\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/divider2.png 317w, https:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/divider2-150x28.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 317px) 100vw, 317px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><em>I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book provided by Celebrate Lit. A favorable review was not required. All views expressed are my own.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>ABOUT THE BOOK:<\/strong><\/p>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 50%;\">\n<p><strong>Book: <\/strong>Train to Laramie<\/p>\n<p><strong>Author: <\/strong>Andrew Roth<\/p>\n<p><b>Genre: <\/b>Historical Fiction<\/p>\n<p><strong>Release Date: <\/strong>August 30<\/p>\n<p>Click <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3nQsnkf\">here<\/a> to get your copy!<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 50%;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-26309\" src=\"https:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Train-to-Laramie-150x225.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"225\" \/><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><i>Runaway! <\/i>Tess flees her lecherous stepfather but takes the wrong train, arriving in Laramie. This end of tracks town bursts with workers building the Transcontinental Railroad, striving to lay the rails that will connect a nation. Threatened by outlaws, Tess is helped by Brett Calloway, a tie cutter for the Union Pacific. But when her stepfather locates her and joins the outlaws terrorizing the region, will her newfound faith in Christ be enough to guide Tess through the danger?<\/p>\n<p><strong>ABOUT THE AUTHOR:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-26310\" src=\"https:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Andrew-Roth.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"289\" height=\"405\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Andrew-Roth.png 289w, https:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Andrew-Roth-150x210.png 150w, https:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Andrew-Roth-107x150.png 107w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 289px) 100vw, 289px\" \/>Author of <em>Wildfire For Rose<\/em>, <strong>Andrew Roth<\/strong> joined the U.S. Army before attending California State University, Bakersfield. He taught American History for twenty-two years at the middle school level before beginning his literary career. Married for over thirty years to his wife, Laurie, Andrew has two married adult children and is a proud grandfather. A native of Kansas, Andrew was raised with a deep love and appreciation for history, particularly the Old West. Andrew\u2019s hope is to glorify God and encourage readers through his writing.<\/p>\n<p><strong>MORE FROM ANDREW:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The American West has always fascinated me with ruggedly beautiful landscapes and the indomitable spirit of the pioneers. When building the Transcontinental Railroad, nothing could stop the people from their goal. This innovation and tenacity has shaped our soul, our character as a nation. This deep sense of perseverance encourages me through the tough times we face today.<\/p>\n<p>Dedication<\/p>\n<p>To our God and Creator, able to transform lives and redirect paths. Thank you, Savior.<\/p>\n<p>\u201c. . . And I will build you up again and you will be rebuilt.\u201d \u2013Jeremiah 31:4<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-26311\" src=\"https:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Train-to-Laramie-Banner.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"650\" height=\"241\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Train-to-Laramie-Banner.jpg 650w, https:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Train-to-Laramie-Banner-480x178.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 650px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>BLOG STOPS:<\/strong><\/p>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 50%;\">\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/deana0326.blogspot.com\"><span data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;Texas Book-aholic&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:4224,&quot;10&quot;:2,&quot;15&quot;:&quot;Arial&quot;}\">Texas Book-aholic<\/span><\/a>, November 28<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/debbieloseanything.blogspot.com\"><span data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;Debbie's Dusty Deliberations&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:4224,&quot;10&quot;:2,&quot;15&quot;:&quot;Arial&quot;}\">Debbie\u2019s Dusty Deliberations<\/span><\/a>, November 29<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/amandanicolle.blogspot.com\/?m=1\"><span data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;Inklings and notions&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:4224,&quot;10&quot;:2,&quot;15&quot;:&quot;Arial&quot;}\">Inklings and notions<\/span><\/a>, November 30<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.forhimandmyfamily.com\"><span data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;For Him and My Family&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:4224,&quot;10&quot;:2,&quot;15&quot;:&quot;Arial&quot;}\">For Him and My Family<\/span><\/a>, December 1<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.amybooksy.blogspot.com\"><span data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;Locks, Hooks and Books&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:4224,&quot;10&quot;:2,&quot;15&quot;:&quot;Arial&quot;}\">Locks, Hooks and Books<\/span><\/a>, December 2<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/sarajanejacobs.com\/blog\"><span data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;Sara Jane Jacobs&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:4224,&quot;10&quot;:2,&quot;15&quot;:&quot;Arial&quot;}\">Sara Jane Jacobs<\/span><\/a>, December 3<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/connieshistoryclassroom.blogspot.com\"><span data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;Connie's History Classroom&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:4737,&quot;3&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:0},&quot;10&quot;:2,&quot;12&quot;:0,&quot;15&quot;:&quot;Arial&quot;}\">Connie\u2019s History Classroom<\/span><\/a>, December 4<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/ashleysbookshelf.blogspot.com\"><span data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;Ashley\u2019s Bookshelf&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:4224,&quot;10&quot;:2,&quot;15&quot;:&quot;Arial&quot;}\">Ashley\u2019s Bookshelf<\/span><\/a>, December 5<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 50%;\">\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/familymgrkendra.blogspot.com\"><span data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;Happily Managing a Household of Boys&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:513,&quot;3&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:0},&quot;12&quot;:0}\">Happily Managing a Household of Boys<\/span><\/a>, December 6<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/debs-bookreview.blogspot.com\/\"><span data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;deb's Book Review&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:4224,&quot;10&quot;:2,&quot;15&quot;:&quot;Arial&quot;}\">deb\u2019s Book Review<\/span><\/a>, December 6<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/artistwriterandstudentohmy.com\/\">Artistic Nobody<\/a>, December 7 (Guest Review from Joni Truex)<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/daysongreflections.com\"><span data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;Daysong Reflections&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:513,&quot;3&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:0},&quot;12&quot;:0}\">Daysong Reflections<\/span><\/a>, December 8<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jodiewolfe.com\/blog\/\"><span data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;Jodie Wolfe - 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Click the link below to enter.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/promosimple.com\/ps\/103f3\/train-to-laramie-celebration-tour-giveaway\">https:\/\/promosimple.com\/ps\/103f3\/train-to-laramie-celebration-tour-giveaway<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>MY REVIEW: It is not often that I read a book written by a male author whose primary character is female. Train to Laramie is just such a novel and I must say it was well done. I had no problem believing this story of Tess and her experiences. 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