About the Book
Book: This Daring Journey
Author: Misty M. Beller
Genre: Christian Historical Romance
Release Date: March 26, 2019
As a half-Indian raised among her Peigan tribe, Moriah Clark knows better than to trust white people. The tragedy that resulted in her birth is proof enough. But when her trusted grandfather marries her to a white man, she has no choice to but to obey and hope this new life isn’t her downfall. Her white husband turns out to be a decent sort, but his unexpected death left her to birth a newborn baby among hostile mountain men. She wants nothing more than to retreat to the safe haven of her tribal upbringing. When a mysterious frontiersman arrives on her doorstep seeking her deceased husband, his offer to escort her and the babe to her people seems like the opportunity she’s been praying to find. But can she trust him?
Samuel Grant has been sent to retrieve Henry Clark for his sister’s wedding, but the sight that greets him at the little cabin in the woods is not what he expected. Not only has the man died, but Henry’s wife is fighting off an aggressive gang of men at gunpoint—while trying to conceal a newborn. He can’t leave the pair unattended, so helping her travel into the mountain country to reach her family seems like the only option. If he can win her trust, that is.
Such a grueling journey with a three-week-old baby will be risky, but the challenges that arise test them far more than either expected. When a devastating surprise increases the danger ten-fold, Moriah focuses all her efforts on keeping her newborn daughter alive. Maybe that’s why she doesn’t realize how much of her heart belongs to the mountain man—until it’s too late.
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My Review
How is it possible one author can write so many books? I am always so amazed when I see how prolific some are and wonder where they find the time. Misty M. Beller is one of those authors. She has the five-book Mountain Dreams Series, a four-book Wyoming Mountain Tales Series, a Texas Rancher Trilogy and now a six-book Heart of the Mountains Series. I’m exhausted just thinking about it.
I just finished This Daring Journey, book six in the Heart of the Mountains Series, and it’s the first book I’ve ever read by her. With all the family members Samual has, it makes sense that there are so many stories to tell. This one was a quick read (about 260 pages), but even with fewer pages than the novels I’m used to reading, I didn’t feel cheated at all. The characters were rich and the story riveting. Anyone who has had a baby to care for will feel for Moriah Clark as she struggles to keep her newborn safe on a treacherous journey—in the winter, through the snow!
As I neared the end of the book, I realized there was more to learn about the Grant family, but I didn’t feel that by reading the books out of order I missed too much. It’s easy enough to go back and pick up one of the other family adventures.
I was given a copy of this book for the purposes of reviewing it. The opinions are my own.
About the Author
Misty M. Beller writes romantic mountain stories, set on the 1800s frontier and woven with the truth of God’s love.
She was raised on a farm in South Carolina, so her Southern roots run deep. Growing up, her family was close, and they continue to keep that priority today. Her husband and children now add another dimension to her life, keeping her both grounded and crazy.
God has placed a desire in Misty’s heart to combine her love for Christian fiction and the simpler ranch life, writing historical novels that display God’s abundant love through the twists and turns in the lives of her characters
More from Misty
How did I get started writing?
I’ve always loved to read, but several years ago I was putting together my bucket list, and realized that I really did want to write a novel. So, “Write a novel that’s published” made it near the top!
I decided, it’s now or never, and made the commitment to do it. So, I had a general idea that I wanted it to be a Christian historical western romance. But where to start? I finally decided I needed to find a good book to help me plan. I stumbled upon (a.k.a. God led me to) the best possible book to help me get started with a great plan: Plot and Structure by James Scott Bell. For all you writers out there, I can’t recommend it highly enough!
From there, I’ve soaked in every bit of writing instruction I can from some amazing groups and individuals. And I’ve spent countless hours sitting with my laptop pouring out words onto the screen. Writing is in my blood. It’s my passion. A true gift from my Heavenly Father, and I pray daily that he uses the words for His purpose.
Blog Stops
Among the Reads, April 4
Simple Harvest Reads, April 4 (Guest post from Mindy Houng)
The Power of Words, April 5
Jeanette’s Thoughts, April 5
Ashley’s Bookshelf, April 5
Real World Bible Study, April 6
Pause for Tales, April 6
Christian Author, J.E. Grace, April 7
Splashes of Joy, April 7
Blossoms and Blessings, April 8
D’S QUILTS & BOOKS, April 8
Mary Hake, April 8
Godly Book Reviews, April 9
Connie’s History Classroom , April 9
Where Crisis & Christ Collide, April 10
Carla Loves To Read, April 10
A Reader’s Brain, April 10
Library Lady’s Kit Lit, April 11
Wishful Endings, April 11
janicesbookreviews, April 11
Through the Fire Blogs, April 12
Vicky Sluiter, April 12
The Becca Files, April 12
Carpe Diem, April 13
For Him and My Family, April 13
Bigreadersite, April 14
Daysong Reflections, April 14
Truth and Grace Homeschool Academy, April 14
Connect in Fiction, April 15
Texas Book-aholic, April 15
Stephanie’s Life of Determination, April 15
Inspired by fiction, April 16
For the Love of Books, April 16
Inspiration Clothesline, April 16
Little Homeschool on the Prairie, April 17
Debbie’s Dusty Deliberations, April 17
Inklings and notions, April 17
Giveaway
To celebrate her tour, Misty is giving away a grand prize of a $50 Amazon gift card!!
Be sure to comment on the blog stops for nine extra entries into the giveaway! Click the link below to enter. https://promosimple.com/ps/de81/this-daring-journey-celebration-tour-giveaway
Comments 3
This sounds like a very interesting book on several levels. I would love to read this book because I enjoy historical fiction especially Christian historical fiction.
I too am often amazed at how prolific some authors are!
Thank you so much for sharing about the book here on your blog!