“A Worthy Pursuit” by Karen Witemeyer

Charlotte is a headmistress of a school for exceptional youth. After being told they are shutting down midterm, she must do everything she can to protect 3 specific children left in her care. Dodging trackers, bullets, and seedy men-Charlotte bravely fights to keep her “kids” in her care until she meets tracker Stone Hammond who is determined to take Lily away from her. Will faith, love and the truth get her through?

This story was set in Texas in the early 1890’s. I loved Charlotte’s personality-brave, loving, determined, loyal. I loved reading her determination from day 1 of protecting her school kids regardless the costs.

The descriptions of Texas and events going on were very vivid that I felt I was there along side Charlotte and Stone.

I loved the character Stone and how he fought to see justice through, all the while protecting Charlotte and the kids, whom he barely knew.

I really enjoyed all the action, drama, and romance in this clean, christian book! I would highly recommend it!

I was given a complimentary copy of this book from Bethany House, a division of Baker Publishing Group, in exchange for an honest review on my blog and social media-all opinions are my own.

About the Book
A teacher on the run. A bounty hunter in pursuit. Can two enemies learn to trust each other before they both lose what they hold most dear?

Stone Hammond is the best tracker in Texas. He never comes home empty-handed. So when a wealthy railroad investor hires him to find his abducted granddaughter, Stone eagerly accepts.

Charlotte Atherton, former headmistress of Sullivan’s Academy for Exceptional Youths, will do anything to keep her charges safe, especially the orphaned girl entrusted to her care. Charlotte promised Lily’s mother she’d keep the girl away from her unscrupulous grandfather, and nothing will stop Charlotte from fulfilling that pledge. Not even the handsome bounty hunter with surprisingly honest eyes who comes looking for them.

When Miss Atherton produces documentation that shows her to be Lily’s legal guardian, Stone must reevaluate everything he’s been led to believe. Is she villain or victim?

Then a new danger forces Charlotte to trust the man sent to destroy her. Stone vows to protect what he once sought to tear apart. Besides, he’s ready to start a new pursuit: winning Charlotte’s heart.

About the Author
Winner of the HOLT Medallion and the Carol Award, and a finalist for the RITA and Christy Award, bestselling author Karen Witemeyer writes historical romance because she believes in giving the world more happily-ever-afters. Karen makes her home in Abilene, Texas, with her husband and three children. Learn more about Karen and her books at www.karenwitemeyer.com.

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