Be Still My Soul

Bischof kicks off her Cadence of Grace series with a tale of love blossoming in the most daunting circumstances. Lonnie Sawyer’s ironhearted father forces her marriage to Gideon O'Riley after Gid’s untoward advances; their married life begins badly and gets worse when Lonnie becomes pregnant. They set out to make a new life at the turn of the last century, but weather and Lonnie's fatigue push Gideon into actions he later regrets. The pair, however, are rescued by Jebediah and Elsie Bennett, who offer both a warm home and steady example of what a marriage can be. But Gideon's past catches up to him and he must make amends before Lonnie gives birth. Two stubborn hearts have lessons to learn. A gem by an author sure to draw fans. Agent: Sandra Bishop, MacGregor Literary. (Oct.)