A positive review was not required, and all opinions are my own. I was provided an Advanced Reader Copy from the author. The author has obviously done her research which enriches the story with societal, cultural and colloquial references. I loved his relationship with the Chaplain (who I hope gets his own book!). Cage is a wonderful hero, a fascinating mix of integrity, confidence, and doubt as he struggled with past issues. She plowed ahead, and had realistic responses when things went awry, but took her commitment to getting the story seriously and continued on despite fear and trepidation. She was spunky and sassy without acting modern, and she was very relatable as she tried to forge her way in a man’s industry (journalism). I have greatly enjoyed my journey through time learning about this intriguing segment. I am well-versed in the Civil War era, yet I was unaware of how the history of Oberlin College fit into this period. This is the second in the Ladies of Oberlin series, but the book was easily read as a stand-alone. I was not required to write a positive but have shared my own opinion. I received a complimentary e-book from the author. There’s plenty of heart wrenching moments as well as cherished times for the wonderful cast of characters that faced their challenges with determination, tenacity, resilience, faith and finding forgiveness. Kraft has done her research well for the Civil War Era and the issues women were fighting for along with a solid Christian message. Will she survive when she discovered a deserted solider speaking with officers she was traveling with and the fact she knew this solider? She faced struggles among the troop and was challenged at times as they marched on to Chattanooga for battle after her assignment with Captain Cage and his troop. Lavena was set on being the best female war reporter at a time when women were not in the war zone. Secondary characters that were in Red Sky Over America, book one in The Ladies of Oberlin series, resurfaced in this emotional action packed tale. The story depicted the Civil War Era with a vivid descriptive backdrop of history, hidden secrets, a forsaken solider to his true loyalty, drama, faith, God’s love and even romance. Lost in the Storm is a worthwhile Christian historical novel by Tamera Lynn Kraft. She is a recipient of the 2007 National Children’s Leaders Association Shepherd’s Cup for lifetime achievement in children’s ministry. She is the leader of a ministry called Revival Fire For Kids where she mentors other children’s leaders, teaches workshops, and is a children’s ministry consultant and children’s evangelist and has written children’s church curriculum. Tamera has been a children’s pastor for over 20 years. Her first full length novel, Alice’s Notions, is due to be released in April. Tamera has two novellas in print: A Christmas Promise and Resurrection of Hope. She’s been married for 38 years to the love of her life, Rick, and has two married adult children and two grandchildren. She has received 2nd place in the NOCW contest, 3rd place TARA writer’s contest, and is a finalist in the Frasier Writing Contest and has other novellas in print. There are strong elements of faith, romance, suspense and adventure in her stories. She loves to write historical fiction set in the United States because there are so many stories in American history. Tamera Lynn Kraft has always loved adventures.
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