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Synopsis:
"Orphaned in the cholera epidemic of 1833, Adria Starr was cared for by a slave named Louis, a man who stayed in Springfield, Kentucky, when anyone with means had fled. A man who passed up the opportunity to escape his bondage and instead tended to the sick and buried the dead. A man who, twelve years later, is being sold by his owners despite his heroic actions. Now nineteen, Adria has never forgotten what Louis did for her. She's determined to find a way to buy Louis's freedom. But in 1840s Kentucky, she'll face an uphill battle.
Based partly on a true story, Ann H. Gabhart's latest historical novel is a tour de force. The vividly rendered town of Springfield and its citizens immerse readers in a story of courage, betrayal, and honor that will stick with them long after they turn the last page."
My Rating: 4 Stars
Format: Paperback
Source: Publisher
Release Date: July 3, 2018
The first thing that grabbed my attention in regards to River to Redemption was this cover. Normally, I am not a huge fan of covers with people but there is just something about this one. Once I found out it also deals with an orphan and that it was historical with some romance, I was really excited to read this.
This jumps right in to seeing Adria lose her family and it was heartbreaking. I was hooked from the very first chapter. Some parts were slower than others, but it did keep my attention until the end.
Another thing I really loved about this is that it involves both facts and fiction. I love that when I am reading historical fictions.
Overall, a great read!
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