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Lady Elisabeth Kerr may have married into a family with different beliefs than her own, but she still holds tightly to the beliefs her own mother held and taught her. She worships in secret, careful that her husband and new family do not discover that she doesn’t believe as they do.
Lady Kerr isn’t the only one hiding secrets. Although she refuses to believe the rumors, her husband Lord Donald has strayed ~ more than once. She just isn’t able to accept his betrayal.
When the rebel army captures their town of Edinburgh in 1745, families and friends are divided as they have to decide where their loyalties lie ~ to the current ruler or to the invading ruler. Lady Kerr and her family find themselves facing dark moments and deep losses and she soon discovers that although her god cannot rescue her, there is a God who can.
My Thoughts
A few years ago I was introduced to Liz Curtis Higgs and I fell in love with her writing. Here Burns My Candle is another book that will find a permanent niche on my bookshelves. Set in Scotland during the year 1745, this story is a more modern retelling of the story of Ruth and Naomi.
While I knew many of the events that were going to happen {based on the Biblical story}, I was completely pulled into the story and still hoping things would be different. Higgs weaves an intricate story of love lost, love regained and ultimately of hope in difficult times.
The end of the book came too quickly, but there is a sequel coming to the book {much relief here}. You can read the first chapter of Here Burns My Candle, by clicking HERE or get a little ‘video peek’ at the book:
About the Author
Liz Curtis Higgs is the author of twenty-seven books with three million copies in print, including: her best-selling historical novels, Thorn in My Heart, Fair Is the Rose, Christy Award-winner Whence Came a Prince, and Grace in Thine Eyes, a Christy Award finalist; My Heart’s in the Lowlands: Ten Days in Bonny Scotland, an armchair travel guide to Galloway; and her contemporary novels, Mixed Signals, a Rita Award finalist, and Bookends, a Christy Award finalist. Visit the author’s extensive website at www.lizcurtishiggs.com.
The Giveaway
Would you like to win a copy of Here Burns My Candle by Liz Curtis Higgs? I have one copy to mail to one of my readers! Leave a comment on this post ~ be sure there is a way for me to contact you. The giveaway will be open until Tuesday, March 30th at 8pm.
This was book and giveaway were provided for review by WaterBrook Multnomah. All opinions expressed in this review are solely my own.
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ReplyDeleteJolanthe, not only is your positive review a huge encouragement to me, but your synopsis of the story is BRILLIANT and beautifully worded. Thanks SO much for sharing HERE BURNS MY CANDLE with your followers. I'm spinning the sequel as we speak. Look for MINE IS THE NIGHT next Spring. Blessings always!
ReplyDeleteI'd love to read this book. I've read some of her other works and this one sounds just as wonderful.
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Valerie
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Sarah
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ReplyDeleteI am always looking for a 'good read'. :) Can't wait to try this one out.
ReplyDeleteThat looks like a great book. I have always loved the book of Ruth, and I really like the parallels with the characters. Thanks for sharing!! =)
ReplyDeletePlease count me in! I have always enjoyed reading Liz Curtis Higgs' books, and this one looks like a wonderful addition.
ReplyDeleteSounds like something I would love. I didn't use to like Christian fiction because I felt like it isn't as good ad mainstream fiction. But as I am reading Watch Over Me I realize that I might have given up on it to soon. :-)
ReplyDeleteI have read several of her books and LOVE them! I'd love to have a new one! :)
ReplyDeleteI would love to win this. I am going to have to see about her other books. Sounds great! Kelly
ReplyDeleteLiz is one of my favorite authors!! Thanks for a fun giveaway :).
ReplyDeleteShe is one of my favorite authors. When I read her series that retold the story of Rachel and Leah, it didn't matter that I knew the story already, I could not put the books down. I was left with so much to think about regarding grace and forgiveness and love. I can not wait to read her latest!
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ReplyDeleteThanks for introducing the author and book. I have read similar authors, but haven't picked up one of Liz's books yet. After reading your info I definitely want to. Thanks again, Allyson
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ReplyDeleteHi! I really really really want to win this book! The story of Ruth and Naomi is one that is real close to my heart. I would love to read this book it sounds great. Thanks for the opportunity.
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ReplyDeleteI love books that are Biblical retellings. Ruth and Naomi is one I've considered writing about myself. :) Someday eh?
ReplyDeleteI LOVE Liz Curtis Higgs' books!!! Both fiction and non-fiction. I would love to win this!
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ReplyDeleteThis book sounds wonderful. I LOVE historical Christian fiction. Brock and Bodie Thoene are two of my favorite authors. Our one son is named after the character in one of their books. I am so glad to have a recommendation for another author who writes historical fiction with a Christian emphasis/basis.
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ReplyDeleteI haven't yet read anything by Liz Curtis, looks awesome! I would love to win a copy. If I don't, I might just have to go dig one up at the library or something :)
ReplyDeleteThe story of Ruth and Naomi is one of my favorite Bible stories, and I've been studying Ruth in my free time recently. I would love to read "Here burns my candle."
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ReplyDeleteI could use a good read. Since I've started reading more Christian fiction, my list of authors to follow is growing. I use to read some period secular fiction. It was mostly the romance novels, but I really didn't read it only for the romance. I liked learning about the history too. I stopped reading those because they were quite racy to me. I finally rid my house of them when my son asked me about the cover of one of the books; not decent for young eyes.
It would be nice to read something with a little history, some love, and that is Biblically based.
I have read everyone of Liz Curtis Higgs books & can't wait to read this new one! I love her humor, but most of all her story line always points to her Lord! One of my favorite saying of her's is: Ta-da! I've been blessed to attend several Women of Joy conferences that she has spoken at. #44 comment from Sarah E. is from my daughter:) Blessings!
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This does indeed look like a good read! Throw my name into the hat, too! :D
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This sounds like a great read. Thanks!
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Please enter me in your giveaway! I love finding new authors and great books!
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I'd like to enter. It sounds like a great book!
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ReplyDeleteJolanthe,
ReplyDeleteI went to a retreat with LCH as the guest speaker. She is an awesome lady. I'd love a chance at the book.
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I'd love to win! :) The book sounds great, thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteSounds like I might be hooked on a new author! I would love to give this book a whirl!
ReplyDeleteI would love to win this book! My mother-in-law Emma Lee & I share a wonderful relationship & because of this relationship, I have a grand daughter named Emmalee Ruth. I can't wait to read this one. God bless!
ReplyDeleteI would love to get my hands on this book.. thanks for the opportunity to try to win it!
ReplyDeletemy email... jenjenburns@gmail.com
I always love a good book and usually find a few moments a day to read!
ReplyDeleteJolanthe,
ReplyDeleteI could use a good read. Since I've started reading more Christian fiction, my list of authors to follow is growing. I use to read some period secular fiction. It was mostly the romance novels, but I really didn't read it only for the romance. I liked learning about the history too. I stopped reading those because they were quite racy to me. I finally rid my house of them when my son asked me about the cover of one of the books; not decent for young eyes.
It would be nice to read something with a little history, some love, and that is Biblically based.
Sign me up!! Sounds like a great book.
ReplyDeleteI adore Liz's books. I've seen her speak. Please pick me!!
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ReplyDeleteI have read several of her books and LOVE them! I'd love to have a new one! :)
ReplyDeleteI am always looking for a 'good read'. :) Can't wait to try this one out.
ReplyDeleteYes please..I LOVE to read and am always looking for a good book! And how cool is that...you got a comment from the author?!?! I would have squealed!
ReplyDeleteLooks like a book I would love to read!!
ReplyDeleteYes, please. I would love to have a copy.
ReplyDelete(And wow!!! You got a comment for Liz Curtis!!! I bet that was a lovely surprise!)
sounds like a Great Book, i love period boods...and scotland ...yeah!
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