Kindle Edition, 366 pages
Published May 2nd 2019 by Draft Horse Publishing
Source: I received a complimentary copy. All opinions expressed are my own and were voluntarily given.
She’s the keeper of Golowduyn Lighthouse. He’s the captain who shipwrecked on her watch. A marriage of convenience can save her home—if secrets don’t destroy it first.
Abigail Moore will do anything to keep Golowduyn Lighthouse shining brightly, even if she must do so alone. When a shipwreck occurs near her home one stormy evening—bringing with it a dashing captain keen to offer his aid at every turn—her days of isolation vanish.
Captain Gavin Kendricks didn’t expect to end his naval career by crashing his ship against the rugged cliffs of Cornwall. When he’s pulled from the sea by the fearless and quick-tempered Miss Moore, a tentative friendship forms between them, and he begins to realize what has been missing from his life.
Before either of them can explore these newfound stirrings, death and deception hit Golowduyn, and Abigail is left with a choice. Either she loses everything she has ever loved, or she marries the captain and accepts his help. Unable to give up the lighthouse, she agrees to the union, and they work together to see that the light does not diminish. But when her childhood secrets are unearthed, and their property falls victim to troubling defacement, their marriage threatens to crumble. Gavin fights to gain her confidence, but only Abigail can forget the crippling memories of her past to trust Gavin with Golowduyn—and her heart.
Abigail Moore will do anything to keep Golowduyn Lighthouse shining brightly, even if she must do so alone. When a shipwreck occurs near her home one stormy evening—bringing with it a dashing captain keen to offer his aid at every turn—her days of isolation vanish.
Captain Gavin Kendricks didn’t expect to end his naval career by crashing his ship against the rugged cliffs of Cornwall. When he’s pulled from the sea by the fearless and quick-tempered Miss Moore, a tentative friendship forms between them, and he begins to realize what has been missing from his life.
Before either of them can explore these newfound stirrings, death and deception hit Golowduyn, and Abigail is left with a choice. Either she loses everything she has ever loved, or she marries the captain and accepts his help. Unable to give up the lighthouse, she agrees to the union, and they work together to see that the light does not diminish. But when her childhood secrets are unearthed, and their property falls victim to troubling defacement, their marriage threatens to crumble. Gavin fights to gain her confidence, but only Abigail can forget the crippling memories of her past to trust Gavin with Golowduyn—and her heart.
My Review: 5 Stars
I think as more books are easily published, it's harder and harder to make a story unique. I never would've thought up a story about a lighthouse keeper, especially one who is female, but that's just what this author did.
Abigail helps her uncle run the Golowduyn lighthouse and will do anything, sacrifice anything, to keep it running and running well. She sees a shipwreck and sets off to help rescue the captain, Gavin, and her life will never be the same.
Gavin is a strong and commanding man, yet his core desire is to keep busy and to help and serve those around him. I love that he's able to recognize what's for the best and pushes hard to achieve what needs to be done. Abigail, on the other hand, is very hesitant and suspicious by nature, which leads to some pretty outrageous blow ups, causing hurt feelings and feelings of regret. She has a secret past and has been the target of bullying.
Even with all the jagged edges and rough corners, these two fit together like a beautiful puzzle and I loved watching their story unfold, especially because one of my favorite troupes was used--a marriage of convenience! The touch of mystery added to the developing romance gave this story a multilayered dimension, making for delightful story. Of course, the supporting cast of characters was the icing on an already delicious cake.
What a great start to a new series and I'm looking forward to more!
Content: mild romance; mild violence/moments of peril
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