Book Review of 'Escape to Whispering Creek' by Barbara M. Britton

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Today's featured novel is one that I had been anticipating for a while and it did not disappoint.  I hope you enjoy my thoughts on this Contemporary Christian Romance and don't forget to scroll to the bottom of this post and enter the amazing giveaway from JustRead Tours.

Welcome to the Blog Tour for Escape to Whispering Creek by Barbara M. Britton, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

Title: Escape to Whispering Creek
Author: Barbara M. Britton
Publisher: White Rose Publishing
Release Date: September 27, 2024
Genre: Contemporary Christian Romance

Emma Uranova enjoys her office job until her boss disappears with the investors' money. To avoid the media storm and false accusations, Emma flees to Whispering Creek, Tennessee to live on her best friend' s secluded property. When a temporary position opens up in Nashville, Emma leaves small-town anonymity to pad her depleted bank account. With a handsome new boss and a steady income, Emma believes life is looking up... until she discovers she has transported the scandal in her backpack. Where is God when her life is falling apart? 

Wade Donoven is recuperating from a crash that sidelined him from the family electrical business. Worse yet, his prodigal younger brother is getting the glory for Wade' s accomplishments. Desperation, and physical setbacks, have him agreeing to let Emma help him manage the business office. But when trouble follows her to his doorstep, Wade must make some difficult choices. Sending Emma back to Whispering Creek may unknowingly place the woman he's come to love in danger.

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My Review

Escape to Whispering Creek is aptly named in that it is a great literary escape.  I was instantly immersed in the narrative and quickly read it in one go.

 I really liked the air of mystery that surrounds Emma as she tries to deal with being swindled.  It’s clear who’s behind the nefarious acts and though the story is predicable there is still something quite endearing about it.

Emma is a happy and chipper character which is a complete contrast to Wade’s sour demeanor.  She helps Wade loosen his grip on bitterness while he gives her strength to handle life throwing her one difficult situation after another.  Emma’s prayer life is robust as we see her embody ‘praying without ceasing’ and having an almost continuous conversation with the Lord, something I always love to see.

I always feel so sorry for people who have had to deal with fraud of any kind but there’s something about investment fraud that angers me to my core.  To fraud someone by taking advantage of their trust is truly disgusting, so those moments made my blood boil.  Needless to say, there is a plethora of emotions going on in this book.

Pick up this novel if you’re looking for a clean romance with a dash of suspense, endearing characters, and a quick, entertaining ride.  This was a wonderful story, and I really enjoyed being back in Whispering Creek again!

My Rating: ★★★★★

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About the Author

Barbara M. Britton lives in Southeast, Wisconsin and loves the snow—when it accumulates under three inches. She writes Christian romantic adventures for teens and adults from Bible Times to present-day USA. Barbara has a nutrition degree from Baylor University but loves to dip healthy strawberries in chocolate.

Connect with Barbara by visiting barbarambritton.com to follow her on social media or subscribe to email newsletter updates.

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Tour Giveaway

(1) winner will receive an Escape to Whispering Creek prize bundle which includes: a print Copy of "Escape to Whispering Creek" and book swag, a CD of Pelican Book Group Editor's Choice novels including Barbara's "Lioness: Mahlah's Journey", a $10 Amazon gift card, a teacup and a box of Emma's favorite tea, a scented candle, a Scripture stone, and cactus stickers...just like Herbie!

Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight October 7, 2024 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on October 14, 2024. Winners will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of prize. US only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.

Giveaway is subject to JustRead Publicity Tours Giveaway Policies.

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*I have voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book which I received from the author/publisher through JustRead Tours. 

All views and opinions expressed are completely honest, and my own.