Cabot, Amanda

Cabot (The Spark of Love) is becoming a must-buy. Her sensitivity and realistic portrayal of characters often on the margins of history really shine in this new historical series, which includes a child with Down syndrome, a domestic-abuse survivor, and a family impacted by suicide. Read-alikes can be found in the works of Melanie Dobson, Ann H. Gabhart, and Tamera Alexander.

Well-drawn and likable characters pervade this enjoyable, contemporary romance. Readers will probably guess the ending, but getting there is half the fun. This promising series opener by Cabot (Summer of Promise) will appeal to fans of Lori Copeland and Lauraine Snelling.

The second entry in Cabot's historical romance series (after Summer of Promise) offers a compelling tale of a woman with a troubled past who longs for a different future. Period details and authentic Western atmosphere will recommend this title to those who read Tamera Alexander.

This stand-alone historical  set in 1882 Wyoming features a quaint romance that will earn Cabot (“Westward Winds” series; “Texas Dreams” series) new readers, especially those who enjoy the heartwarming stories of Lori Copeland and Tracie Peterson.