Review: Grace on the Mountain Trail by Misty M. Beller

My rating: 4 stars / I really liked it

Synopsis

This epic journey is her last hope to find her lost brother—the only family she has left.

When Lola Carson’s father died, his last words spoke of a half-brother she’d never known about. And now, to claim her own inheritance and come to terms with her father’s secret life, she must find this mysterious man—whose last known whereabouts are somewhere west of the wild Rocky Mountains. After hiring family friends to accompany her on the trek, she sets out for a wilderness few white women have ever seen. She doesn’t expect the majestic peaks to captivate her so, nor the half-dead brave they find on one of the slopes.

White Owl left his village and his broken heart behind when he set out for fresh start. His newfound faith is the one anchor in his life. He’s desperate to learn more about the God he’s committed to follow and become an interpreter for the missionaries who led him to faith. But he barely starts his journey when a hunting accident nearly kills him. The woman who discovers him in the midst of his fevered delirium seems to be a gift from above.

But the more White Owl learns about Lola’s companions and her dangerous quest, the more he realizes his own calling is clear—to take her safely to her brother. The question is, will he have to sacrifice more than his heart to accomplish that goal?

From a USA Today bestselling author comes another epic journey through breathless landscapes and adventure so intense, lives will never be the same.

My Review

I was glad to be able to read White Owl's story after he had been rejected by Watkuese in the previous book. He has a gift of discernment, and senses that all is not right with Lola's situation. He knows where to locate her half-brother, giving him the opportunity to remain with the group as their guide and provide protection and support for Lola. I admired her tenacity in seeking out her brother despite her conflicted feelings. Naturally the wilderness presents several obstacles along their journey, and true to the author's style, this group does not reach their destination without their share of danger, injury, and faith-building experiences. I enjoyed the closeness that Lola and White Owl develop, especially with their faith in common. The original group of travelers has expanded quite a bit as the series has progressed, and it was special to see one of the original members unite with their family.

Disclosure statement: A complimentary copy of this book was provided from a tour group, publisher, publicist, or author, including NetGalley, OR was borrowed from the library, including OverDrive, OR borrowed from Kindle Unlimited, OR purchased. A review was not required and all views and opinions expressed are unbiased and my own.

Don't miss the other books in the Call of the Rockies series . . .