I loved this book! The characters are so lively and likable. I found myself wishing the best for all but one - a despicable, ill-tempered, evil-hearted man. As you pick up this book prepare for an adventure that is filled with a myriad of twists and turns. With each turn of the page I fought the urge to turn to the last page to see how it all ended. The love story is beautiful but even more so is the theme of ultimate redemption and the healing balm of forgiveness. Throughout this story is the truth that we can not work for our forgiveness but that it is a free gift from God - we must surrender and accept it.

Tabitha Eckles, the local midwife healer, holds the secrets of the town in her hands. A wounded spirit and broken heart have left her disillusioned with God. Little does she know that the laying in of one woman would set her on a path that would forever change her life.

Falling in love was never a part of the plan for Dominick Cherrett. On American soil as a bondsman this fallen son of an English lord is out to redeem his name. He is in search for the information that will help prevent a war between his beloved home and this American land.

Truly and amazing story. Filled with love, action, intrigue and mystery.

A must read.

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A story that gives you secrets you must solve, dangers to face and love to be discovered. This story takes place in the year 1809, on the shores of Virginia. There you will find Tabitha Eckles, a single woman who is the midwife (and much more) for the people in her village. She is also the keeper of many secrets and a loyal American, seeking to discover who is behind the taking of men in her village, to work on the British ships, never to return home. She will cross paths with Dominick, an indentured servant from England and will seek to discover if he is to be trusted or not. Dominick is a smooth talker and not ready for romance, but can't resist falling for Tabitha. Together they will seek to uncover what is going on and who is behind this mystery. I liked the interaction between these two main characters and the intrigue throughout this book. ( )

Local midwife and healer Tabitha loves bringing life into the world and is proud to be an American. But, one night her she is called to the bedside of an injured woman she cannot save, nor can she save her unborn child. As Tabitha reals from this devastating event, she comes face to face with an English spy...literally! What was he doing on the beach late at night? Many of the local menfolk have disappeared from their fishing village...presumed to have been kidnapped by the British to help man their Nave warships. Could he have been helping the British to kidnap their men? Could he have been the one to kidnap her fiancee Rawley? As Tabitha begins to suspect this stranger, she also begins to discover herself being drawn towards him and his dashing good looks. Is he the spy helping to kidnap American men or is another game afoot?

This was book one in The Midwives series by Ms. Eakes. I enjoyed it very much and cannot wait to see what book two holds. ( )

This needed some really good editing to pick up the pace and streamline the story. ( )

This was a very long read for me. It took me almost all week to finish, but it was worth it! I really like Tabitha. She cares very much for those around her. She's also guarded. Raleigh left her...and she doesn't want to experience that pain again. (Who can blame her?) At first, I don't think she was really willing to admit that she liked Dominick. And she knew that there would be consequences if she allowed herself to love him. But I'm glad she followed her heart.
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