Kimberley Woodhouse

I loved With Each Tomorrow! Glacier National Park is one of the most beautiful National Parks and a definite favorite. It was so fun to step back in time to 1904 and learn a bit of the history surrounding how this magnificent place became a National Park through this reverse grumpy/sunshine, opposites attract historical romance! I adored the first book in the Jewels of Kalispell series and couldn’t wait to reconnect with the delightfully nosey matchmaker Marvella, Sir Theophilus, the judge, and the other endearing residents of Kalispell.

Eleanor Briggs and her conservationist father have just arrived in Kalispell, Montana to work towards the formation of Glacier National Park. The spunky, spitfire Eleanor is in no mood for the laidback ways of Kalispell and immediately raises the ire of Carter Brunswick at the train station. From that moment on, Carter takes it upon himself to tease the grumpy “Ellie” especially when he finds her opinions so at odds with his own.

Carter’s a successful wheat farmer who suddenly finds his livelihood in jeopardy when the Great Northern Railway threatens to leave Kalispell for Whitefish, Montana. Depending on the railroad to transport his wheat, he and his family rely on their ingenuity and faith to find a solution to their growing problem. But some residents of Kalispell aren’t willing to work to find solutions and begin plotting against those who would ruin their futures. When Ellie & Carter find themselves in the middle of the dispute, they must work together to find common ground and stop those who would inflict harm.

I thoroughly enjoyed Eleanor “Ellie” and Carter! Eleanor is the grump in this romance, but understandably so. She lost her mother at a young age and has never forgiven God for not saving her. She also has very strong opinions on public land use. It was so fun to watch her and Carter match wits. I loved seeing Eleanor’s opinions change as she understood more of the farmers’ and ranchers’ perspectives. Then there’s Marvella who delights in playing matchmaker. She’s an absolute hoot!

The faith elements in this story were so well done. I think one of the most powerful parts is when Ellie reads several accounts of the Savior in the Bible. It was very touching. I also appreciated how the authors depicted faith as a realistic struggle for Ellie. Carter’s the opposite of Ellie in that his faith never wavers. Though presented with potentially disastrous circumstances, he’s willing to turn it all over to God. It was enjoyable seeing how these two with such diametrically opposed views could come together and find mutual understanding & love.

Highly recommend this beautiful, fun, faith-filled, romantic story with a hint of suspense and gorgeous descriptions of Glacier National Park. It really made me want to return for a visit. While it can be read as a standalone, I recommend reading The Heart’s Choice first. Looking forward to the next book in the series! I received an advanced complimentary copy from the authors and publisher. All opinions are my own and voluntarily provided. 4 1/2 to 5 stars!… (altro)

With Each Tomorrow, by Tracie Peterson and Kimberly Woodhouse, is the second book in The Jewels of Kalispell series. This is a Christian historical fiction story that tales place in Montana in 1904. This is such a good story to read. It is well written and easy to read with wonderful characters. I enjoyed the father/daughter relationship and how Eleanor and her father look out for each other. I enjoyed the suspense behind the changing of the railway, how it affected the community and how they reacted to the possible change. It is interesting to see how the railroad was so important at that time in history. I appreciate the faith the characters have and how they are there to help and support each other.

I voluntarily received a complimentary copy of this book, this is my honest review… (altro)

These novels are so fascinating and I learn so many things about history that I had no idea happened. Eleanor and her father head west to Montana, to advocate saving land for national parks and to respect and keep the beauty that has quickly dwindled in the east part of the United States. It seems as though many are against her thoughts on land preservation and want her to see why it needs to be used instead. But why does a single person need to own thousands of acres? Why can it not be a community land and all share in the bounty and beauty? But as the threat of the railroad also looms for the town of Kalispell, Eleanor is starting to understand more about the workings of farming, cropping, land management and the influence of the railroads in these areas. I really enjoyed the characters in this novel as well as the scenery and laid out storyline of all sides of these issues. I am looking forward to the next one in the Kalipsell series! Thank you to the authors for the complementary novel and for being a part of the launch team. This review is of my own opinion and accord.… (altro)

I have to admit that this book had everything that a great novel should have. It had a rich blend of historical facts and mystery that made it difficult to put down. For every somber historical fact, there was also a lighthearted moment often between Olivia, her brother or Joseph.
The characters were lifelike in their emotions and actions, especially Olivia. Despite everything she had gone through, she eventually came to find hope through reading the Bible with Joseph and her brother, Daniel.
I would recommend this delightful tale to anyone who is in need of a historical mystery with a touch of romance.
Personal Rating: 5 Stars
Content Rating: 4 Stars
*I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.… (altro)