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Review: No Stone Unturned - The Bluestocking Society #1

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Seeing so many glowing reviews about No Stone Unturned by Jenelle Hovde after it was released, I'm grateful that I had the opportunity to still read a copy while it was available. Not only did the cover captivate me, I'm thrilled that its content was just as engaging as I envisioned it would be.

Many thanks to Tyndale House Publishers and NetGalley for providing a complimentary copy of this book for review consideration. All opinions are my own.

Book Synopsis

She wants to uncover the past. He wishes to build a future. In this Regency romance set in rolling hills of West Sussex, two opposing wills discover their fate may lie in the common ground.

Miss Bridget Littleton’s passion for history and antiquities defies most social conventions, even in her small village nestled in the beautiful English countryside. When a local farmer discovers an elaborate mosaic buried in his field, Bridget dreams of making a name and future for herself by excavating the Roman ruins. Unfortunately, her quest puts her at odds with the ambitious new lord who recently inherited the title and Hawthorn Abbey from his estranged uncle.

Recovering from wounds of both body and spirit, Captain Rafe Hawthorn is intent on restoring his long-neglected ancestral home. His plans to rebuild the abbey’s once thriving orchards require a road that will pass straight through Bridget’s potential trove of artifacts. He will not―cannot―fail again, even if he is moved by Bridget and her passion.

Yet this impasse might not be their greatest obstacle. A natural disaster and a series of suspicious accidents threaten both their plans, along with the livelihood of the nearby villagers dependent on their success. With their dreams in the balance, Bridget and Rafe must work together to fend off an unexpected enemy that may prove more dangerous than either could have imagined.

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Book Thoughts

Much like Britain's spiritual transformation from being a pagan nation to one that experienced Christian influence and revival, this book undertakes a similar journey. From initial encounters with excavated artifacts to discovering that things may not be as they appear, it's a brilliant story that unearths the truth, no matter how much effort and time are required. I love that so many themes tie in together as we meet Bridget Littleton and Rafe Hawthorn, and we uncover their heart in serving their families and community. It's most fitting that mosaics—where broken pieces come together to form a masterpiece of art whose sum is greater than all the parts—are so prominently featured when I think of the spiritual, historical, archeological, and artistic elements of this book.

While there are references to pagan gods, it is evident that these are no match for the Living God who causes hearts to turn toward Him and toward deep, lasting repentance and regeneration. The conversations between the characters are earnest, with heartfelt pleas that we can echo when we think of our own unbelieving family members and friends. Reading this book feels like a journey of discovery, evoking the sensation of a brush stroking away the debris to reveal something magnificent underneath. It's a reminder that God, the Master Craftsman, works out all things for His good and glory. In getting to meet a tender couple who fiercely cares for and loves others while relying on God's strength and provision, readers will find much to mine through in No Stone Unturned.

Book Summary

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

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  1. Thank you so much for reading! What a beautiful review.~ Jenelle

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    1. Thank you for taking the time to read it on my blog! I can't wait for what's next 😊

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