Finally!

This is the mail order bride novel I feel I have been waiting a long time for. A story in which the two main characters find it difficult to maintain their marriage, simply the problem being lack of communication. Savannah is a quiet woman, unable to really talk. And Austin is a lonely man who wants a proper companionship, this obviously involves a lot of talking. They seem to be ill suited for one another but, will they manage to make their marriage work?

Definitely one of the main reasons I appreciated this novel is because most other novels simplify and trivialize marriage, especially novels of this theme. The character always seems to find her perfect man, and her happily ever after. And, typically, this is with the first man she heads out west to meet. Another reason I may even regard this novel as a favourite, for this mail order bride theme, is that it didn't end with the exchanging of marriage vows and a kiss. Instead, it provided a glimpse into Savannah's marriage.

I am glad to have read this book.