Rose lives with an overbearing Uncle who has promised her in marriage to a scoundrel. One day at her work the factory blows up killing her best friend Tilly. Rose assumes Tillys name and fakes her own death. At her new job she boards with the Baird family and falls in love with the entire family. A threat soon emerges against the factory that Rose works at. Joining forces with Alex Baird they foil the plans of the saboteurs. Alex and Rose fall in love and the rest is history! A must read! ( )

This was a nice change from all the WWII books and while still during a war, it was not set in the midst of fighting. I learned a lot, but was appalled at the lack of safety measures, but it really happened that way and was instrumental in some way to the story. This isn't the first book I've read by this author and won't be the last. ( )

Kate Breslin became a favorite author several years ago, when I got my hands on Not by Sight. Once I saw As Drawn Breaks, I knew this was a must read and can boldly state that it did not disappoint. I was engrossed in this novel from beginning to end. In standard Kate Breslin fashion, the quality of writing was excellent. Readers will be transported to WWI era, not in battle scenes, but in a munitions factory located in Scotland. The storyline was unique as I knew pretty much nothing about such facilities at that time, beyond the fact that many women joined the workforce to support their country in its efforts. I even took some time researching "canary girls" and learned quite a bit. The characters in this plot will not leave readers disappointed, as each was complex and unique. The plot, in my opinion, is most deserving of rave reviews. I thought it developed so, so well. Readers should note that this book is not fast paced. It was never meant to be. This is a slow-burn (and beautiful) romance with an intricate, unpredictable mystery to solve. And the mystery was exceptional. While I thought I had figured out who the villain was about 2/3 of the way in, this story ended up being so much more complex than anticipated. I challenge readers to do the same and see how much you can solve by the end of this book! Truly, I cannot recommend this novel enough. It was an excellent read.

I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed are entirely my own. ( )

"Maw tells us that even a wee bit of help makes the grander things possible."

I've always loved Kate Breslin's historical fiction but this newest has become by favorite. What an incredible novel with swiftly moving plot, fascinating historical tidbits during WWI, wonderful characters, and gasp-inducing suspense and twists! The author has always had some element of mystery and suspense in her books but this one really hits the jackpot with intrigue and espionage during the Great War. You won't be able to put this book down once you start; fans of historical fiction will absolutely adore this book.

I loved Rose and Alex - their determination, loyalty, compassion, and strength of character, The voices of the antagonists were featured throughout the storyline as well, which made them less pure evil and more misguided, broken, and lost even in their evil ways and dealings. Learning about the munitions factory life and work during WWI was eye-opening and the backdrop of Scotland was beautiful. This book also has cameo appearances from Simon and Eve from High as the Heavens but you don't need to have read that book to fully absorb this book.

It's another great novel from Kate Breslin that will enthrall you. I received the book from the publisher and was under no obligation to post a positive comment. All opinions are solely my own. ( )

Nothing remains hidden from God’s all-seeing eye.

What a wealth of information the author must have gone through in order to bring this incredible historical book to us, the readers. I must admit there was much that I learned reading about these munitions factories and the Canary Girls. That alone would have made this time well spent. Add in the intrigue, suspense, courage and danger and you have a story you will not set aside until finished!

Rosalind Graham finds herself at a crossroads and must make a choice. Will this lead to danger or freedom? Captain Alex Baird is medically discharged from his position as a fighter pilot and returns to his home with an undercover assignment. Clandestine characters, mistaken identities and sabotage make his job most difficult. Along with that is the guilt he carries with him every day.

This extraordinary book was received through Bethany House Publishers, Baker Publishing Group and NetGalley. These impressions and comments are my own and were in no way solicited. ( )