An interesting historical romance full of actual events! Set around Gettysburg, starting in 1860, with characters heavily involved in the Underground Railroad, the story includes events and examines issues leading up to the epic Civil War battle.
The romance is a complex one, with some strong personalities, coming together in surprising ways. Clarissa is a fiery redhead, full of zeal for the antislavery movement, risking her life alongside many others in the Underground Railroad through Pennsylvania. The risks she takes become sacrificial as war looms and then explodes close to home. It took me awhile to get used to her, but eventually came to admire her fearless attitude and service. Prayers and Scripture, as well as hymns and spirituals add some faith and hope to the story.
"But he knoweth the way that I take: when he hath tried me, I shall come forth as gold.”
The author shows his thorough research in the many discussions and events included, plus the cameo appearances of historical figures. The horrors and violence of events are added and described just enough to get a glimpse of how awful it must have been. It is hard to imagine the scope and carnage of war. Some of the dialogue seemed overly dramatized at times, and a bit far fetched. I enjoyed the story more in the last half.

Recommend to readers who enjoy stories based on real history, especially the Civil War, with some faith and clean romance.

The title of this book is what first interested me. I wish I could say I really liked it but for the most part I thought it was boring and too wordy.

I have read other books in this series and I have found them all to be excellent. This book was no exception. It was a good look at a citizen's view of the Battle of Gettysburg. The characters were likable and I was interested in the story and the outcome.

I have thoroughly enjoyed the My Heart Belongs series. This book was no exception. It was rich in history and the descriptions were vivid, The romance was sweet and heart warming. I loved the characters, especially the red headed heroine. She was quite feisty with her temper and passion. The hero was heroic and tender. This all mixed together and made a page turning book. I highly recommend it