Review: The Honeymoon Express

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I'm probably not the only reader who enjoys novellas, so I'm thankful that I get to share some stellar ones I've come across lately, including The Honeymoon Express by Susanne Dietze. I've enjoyed her novellas so much that I've actually read four of them in less than a month!

Book Synopsis

Ellen, a telegrapher and jilted bride, and Nash, a mysterious frontiersman, may be total strangers, but they both need to get from New Jersey to California, fast...and the only way is to share the last ticket-for-two aboard The Honeymoon Express, a transcontinental train trip intended for honeymooners.

Neither relishes the idea of traveling amongst canoodling lovebirds, considering both of their hearts are broken beyond repair, but the guarantee of a speedy trip is worth the temporary arrangement. But once they're thrown together, they stumble into a mystery to solve before the end of the line...and perhaps the possibility of healing and love.

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Book Thoughts

This was a lovely novella by Susanne Dietze that involved romance, sleuthing, and adventure. I enjoyed seeing Ellen and Nash make the most out of an awkward situation and just how well they complemented each other in their skills, temperaments, and most importantly, their Christian faith. I loved that they weren't afraid to pray and ask God for help in the midst of trying circumstances beyond their understanding and control.

The author did an incredible job in giving both main characters, along with the supporting characters, fleshed-out personalities in such a short story. Along with the suspenseful elements involved, the historical details were fun and rich to read, helping me feel like I was also riding along on The Honeymoon Express. This is a captivating story that will make you want to travel by train, especially with people as kind as Ellen and Nash.

Book Summary

Format of book: 📱
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Recommendation: 👍

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