A Hope Unburied by Kimberly Woodhouse is the third book in the Treasures of the Earth Series. While this is part of a series, this is a great stand alone story. This is an amazing story that gives a look into the world of paleontology in 1916. As Eliza works at Dinosaur National Monument, she also gets permission to dig up bones on a neighboring ranch. She finds herself being looked down on and threatened. People are not who they say they are. But she has one true friend to rely on when her life long friends Devin travels to be with her.

This is an enjoyable story to read. I enjoyed the parts of her childhood I also enjoyed the suspense and mystery surrounding the ranch. The author does a wonderful job of show how important faith is for Eliza and Devin as they search for the truth. I found it very inspirational to see the outcome of the promise Devin made to her grandfather years earlier.

I voluntarily received a complimentary copy of this book, this is my honest review.

I loved this third book in the Treasures of the Earth series. I loved learning more about out how dinosaur fossils were discovered and uncovered. I loved Eliza and Devin and how they discovered each other as more than just the friends they had always been. I loved the intrigue in this story. I received a copy of the book from the publisher for a fair and honest opinion that I gave of my own free will.

“A Hope Unburied” pulled me in from the first line. I love it when a first line makes me pause and reread it as I let it soak in. Perhaps it was the sort of mood I was in at the moment, but it made me curious. And although I had planned to read the book at a different time and just wanted a quick taste of what it was about, I continued reading and savoring the story long into the night.

I just love a friends-to-more story! And I enjoyed witnessing the friendship that began in childhood between Eliza and Devin, grow deeper and more significant. Eliza is a fascinating character, but it is Devin who I gravitated to most. He stole my heart in this story.

Sweet romance, growth in faith, and throw in a bit of danger and mystery, and I find myself turning pages well into the night when I know I must get up early.

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Kimberley Woodhouse has become one of my favorite authors and this book did not disappoint. Like Woodhouse’s previous series about the Harvey Girls, this series allowed me to learn about a little-known aspect of history through the eyes of characters I wanted to be friends with. In this story, Eliza, a female paleontologist employed by the Carnegie Museum, grew in her faith and matured in her relationships through the struggles she faced in a field that proved less than welcoming to women. An interesting era, murder, romance, and real people woven into the story, made this another of Woodhouse’s page-turning reads.

Want to learn about bones? Eliza Mills defies society among the wealthy in the early 1900s by studying paleontology! Eliza has obtained a position at Dinosaur National Monument in Utah digging for bones when her grandfather dies. You will love how Eliza's grandmother does not want her to learn about the death in a telegram so sends her childhood friend, Devin Schmitt, to tell her in person. Mysterious and dangerous happenings take place among some of the dig sites which lead to Devin and Eliza turning to their faith with their needs. I am not really interested in dinosaurs or paleontology so that part didn't really interest me but it was still an exciting book and I did learn from it. I received a print copy of the book from the publisher and an e-book through NetGalley. This is my honest opinion.

I highly recommend this book. Dinosaur fossils and a Christian women paleontologist what is not too love, what a fantastic book.

Thank you to the author, Bethany House, and NetGalley for this #gifted book!
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Title: A Hope Unburied
Author: Kimberley Woodhouse
Genre: Historical Fiction
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Synopsis: “The battle between science and faith was real. Overwhelming at times. But she wasn’t in this to prove when the dinosaurs roamed the earth. She wanted to show people how awesome the Creator was for bringing these beasts to life.” Eliza Mills has a prestigious job with the Carnegie Museum, but she still feels the pressures of society as she tries to find her way as a woman in paleontology. When asked to go to Utah and work at the Dinosaur National Monument, Eliza is thrilled at the chance to dig! She soon discovers that secrets lay buried all over the area and invites her childhood friend, Devin Schmitt, to visit. Devin is apprehensive since he’s trying to move on from his unspoken feelings, but with a haunted property, hidden dinosaurs, and mysterious disappearances, he can’t leave Eliza to fend for herself. As the two seek to discover the secrets of the past, they might just unbury a hope for their future.

Analysis: Kimberley Woodhouse brings us this intriguing ending to the Treasures of the Earth trilogy! One thing I love about Kimberley’s books is the layers. You’ll get faith, romance, and suspense all blended into the story! I loved both main characters, and even the “bad guy” will have you second guessing your feelings about them up until the end. The author also always has a strong faith message that isn’t cheesy but points you to our only true hope in Jesus. I love this unique historical perspective of women in paleontology. This boy mom might just love the connection to dinosaurs too! I’ll be adding a visit to the Dinosaur National Monument in our future and you should add this book to your TBR!

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*I was given an ARC in exchange for my honest review. All thoughts and opinions expressed in this review are my own.

A great ending to this "Treasures of the Earth" historical mystery/romance trilogy by Kimberly Woodhouse. These three books are not connected with characters so for anyone looking to jump into this book without reading the others - you can totally do that without reservations. The books are connected by featuring fictional female paleontologists looking for dinosaur skeletons out in the American west.

This book is probably the best and most interesting of the trilogy. I read all of these one after the other and enjoyed this one the most. It has scenes in the Carnegie museum in Pennsylvania and in the beginning stages of Dinosaur National Monument in Utah. It also has real life characters Andrew Carnegie and Earl Douglass with historical facts mixed in with the fiction. I really liked being able to learn about these real people while reading this book.

The book also brings up the controversy of New Earth Creationism vs. evolution which was just as much of a hot topic at the time the book was sent as it is now. That definitely adds a layer of mystery and suspense in the storyline.

This is a murder and more mystery with villains and there's definitely a few twists and turns while reading to keep the reader engaged in the story. Murder, danger and intrigue definitely are featured in this book.

The friends to more romance is a very sweet part of the book and the great character growth arc adds a fun element to this story which is needed to balance out some of the more unsavory things that happen. Woodhouse created a likeable couple and some great supporting characters elsewhere in the story.

Thank you to Bethany House for a chance to read an ARC of this book. All opinions expressed are my own.

A Hope Unburied
by Kimberley Woodhouse
Pub DateSep 24 2024
Bethany House |Bethany House Publishers
Christian| Historical Fiction| Romance



Bethany House Publishers and Netgalley provided me with a copy of A Hope Unburied to review:


I loved this one, the characters were real in their struggles and flaws...


There exists a love beyond the perilous landscape.



Eliza Mills defies social expectations in 1916 to pursue her passion for paleontology. Having published her early groundbreaking papers under a false name, she finally earns a place at the Carnegie Museum and is offered the chance to work at Dinosaur National Monument with a renowned paleontologist. Jensen, Utah, isn't what it seems at first glance. An opportunity to dig up bones at a ranch with a dark history sparks a chain of events that will rock Eliza's carefully constructed world to its core.





Eliza's closest friend since childhood, Devin Schmitt, harbors unspoken feelings for her, but knows he won't be able to win her heart. After vowing to give her up for good, Eliza begs him to visit her in Utah for another grand adventure. After reluctantly agreeing, he and Eliza quickly find themselves entangled in a web of danger where the stakes are much higher than they expected. To unbury the truth and save Eliza from those who wish to see her fail, Devin and Eliza must cling to God as their hope as they navigate a treacherous terrain of betrayal.


I give A Hope Unburied five out of five stars!


Happy Reading!

The fields of Utah are a paleontologist’s dream come true, and Eliza Mills has been given a once in a lifetime opportunity to be a part of the dig to uncover dinosaur bones. The competition is fierce and Eliza must prove to both men and society that she is qualified to be there. I loved that she was focused on her career and was passionate about fossils. She needed a boost of confidence and letting go of fear, but she had help from Devin and other friends.

Devin Schmitt was an honorable man and had the patience of a saint! Even though he has cared deeply for Eliza for years, he has given his word to her grandfather and will keep it no matter the cost to his heart. He is fiercely protective of her and truly puts her above himself. I really loved his heart to heart conversation with Eliza about her motivation in regards to paleontology.

Things to love:
monstrous hats
friends to more
multiple plots
numerous villains
faith aspect

This is the third book in the Treasures of the Earth, but can be read as a standalone. The history and details the author weaves throughout the story make this an interesting book and one that I recommend to readers of historical fiction.

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book. All views expressed are my honest opinion.

What a wonderful conclusion to the Treasures of the Earth Series!
This Series has been so captivating! And this book makes it close with a flourish! I love how the author dives into the world of Paleontology, and the struggle of women to participate in professions that were considered for men only. At the beginning of the 20th Century, women battled to be recognized equally capable of men in many ambits, and paleontology was definitely one of them. A woman studying prehistoric era and dinosaurs! Fascinating! But in that era not everyone was thrilled for women to achieve what only men used to do. And such is the case of Eliza Mills. She has defied society by publishing her research by a false name, and consequently earned an opportunity to work at the Carnegie Museum in Jensen, Utah. But working in her passion ends up being more difficult than expected. When she digs up some bones at a ranch with a dark history, her world turns upside down with a series of mysterious events that puts her in danger. When her childhood friend, Devin Schmitt, answers her request to join her in Utah to visit her and help her out, he may not be prepared for the grand adventure he’s about begin. His unrequited love for Eliza since he was sixteen pains him, but he vowed her grandfather that he would never pursue her. He’s not the wealthy man her family wishes to join the family, although he’s a successful teacher. But he soon discovers someone evil is determined to sabotage her career and her position at the Museum, and he knows he won’t leave her until she’s safe and out of danger, even if his heart is about to break in pieces.
This book was truly engaging and captivating! I found myself wanting to read it every free time to know how things could be solved, who was trying to harm Eliza, and how Eliza would finally return Devin’s love. There were a couple of villains, and reading the book with their point of view made it more intriguing and suspenseful. I literally couldn’t put it down! The plot had a good pace, it never dragged, and the mystery kept me guessing. The writing style is full of historical details of the paleontology world -you can see how well researched it is-, and I’ve always been interested in such ancient history. Dinosaurs! So interesting! I also loved how she weaves through the book real life events or characters, like The Bone Wars, which I knew nothing of, or Earl Douglass and the Dinosaur National Monument. A woman digging up bones, a handsome protective hero, and a dark mystery that puts them in danger at every turn. What else else do you need to keep you entertained? The romance was so sweet. Devin’s way of winning her heart without really trying to was so endearing. He was a sweet hero with a deep devotion to her childhood friend who had turned into a very intelligent and determined young woman with a strong faith. Loved how their relationship grew, and how Eliza discovers her own feelings have changed as well. There’s also a faith inspired message of setting aside prejudices, and about trusting God more in directing their paths. And the discussions of faith and science were thought provoking as well. Finally, the way things get solved at the end, and the villains unmasked, was original and unexpected. Loved the ending! All in all, a wonderful book that will keep you glued from page one until the end!
I highly recommend it! It can be perfectly read as a standalone, but I truly recommend reading the whole series! A must read!
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the Publisher and was under no obligation to post a positive review. This is my honest and unbiased opinion.

A Hope Unburied delivers danger, romance, mystery, suspense, and deep spiritual truths in an exciting story that throughly entertains and inspires! This captivating series covers the world of paleontology at the beginning of its popularity, and A Hope Unburied is the perfect conclusion. Kimberley Woodhouse upholds biblical creationism in her story as her characters maintain strong faith in creator God while the scientific world begins the shift to evolutionary thinking. Eliza receives animosity from both Christian and scientific communities as she digs for dinosaur fossils, and her faith journey to forgive others while staying true to her calling is inspiring! Fans of the “he falls first” and “friends to more” tropes will adore this love story with no spice but all the feelings! Spunky Eliza and smitten Devin work together as a perfect pair to face trials before finding their happy ending, and their love story is adorable. Be sure to cozy up with this mystery romance and be transported to the dinosaur digs of the early 1900s for some exciting perspective into the beginnings of paleontology!

I received a copy of this book for review purposes. My thoughts are my own—I really did love it!

Once again Woodhouse delivers a book that not only charms readers, but teaches as well. And if that's not enough, there's mystery, danger, intrigue, romance, and so much more. And dino bones! When I was a kid I was fascinated by dinosaurs (which I think most kids are lol). Let me tell you that Eliza makes me want to go dig up bones. I mean, hopefully there isn't as much danger as she went through lol, but I think it'd be fun!

I can't write a review without saying how much I just loved Devin. His love for Eliza, respect for her family, willingness to put his feelings aside to help her.......I mean talk about a great hero. He is/was amazing. He had his own hurdles to go through, mostly internally, but watching his journey, and his love for Eliza just grow with each and every page was so sweet. Yes I loved the danger and mystery. Yes I loved learning about paleontology and how women fit into that in this time period. But for me, Devin made the story.

Woodhouse fans will devour this stunning conclusion to an amazing series. Highly recommend! I received a complimentary copy of this book. I was not required to write a favorable review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

What a great conclusion to the series! I have loved every book in this series and I will say they are all stand alones so you can read them in any order. This story is about Devin and Eliza who have been friends since they were children. They are in different social classes and Eliza’s grandfather makes Devin promise never to pursue Eliza romantically which is challenging since he loves her but he promises. He also promises Eliza to always be her best friend. I really enjoyed watching Eliza be on her dinosaur expositions and Devin supporting her. In this story we have not one but two villains and that’s all I will say on that. I loved how much Christian content there was, very strong and supportive of science. Overall, I thought this was a great book and I definitely recommend!
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I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.

A gripping end to a captivating series! Woodhouse skillfully portrayed the struggles of female paleontologists as they navigated a male-dominated field and the emergence of Darwin's theories. The exploration of science and faith was thought-provoking and engaging.

The romance between the two main characters was so sweet! The historical aspects were so well done, and I loved learning more about this time and place. Overall this was a very satisfying and enjoyable read.

I highly recommend this one to inspirational historical romance fans.

I received a copy through the publisher via NetGalley, and Austenprose PR. All opinions expressed are completely my own.

Dinosaurs, mystery, & romance! A thrilling conclusion to a fantastic series! I’ve absolutely loved these books in the Treasures of the Earth series and the way Kimberley Woodhouse brilliantly portrayed the struggle of female paleontologists at the turn of the century. These courageous women faced nearly insurmountable odds as they compete in a man’s world. I enjoyed the thought provoking way the battle between science and faith was described as the discovery of dinosaurs & Darwin’s theories seemed to put a wedge between the two.

In A Hope Unburied, I was whisked back to 1916 right after Earl Douglass’ discovered dinosaur quarry was declared Dinosaur National Monument. I was thrilled to see the man himself whom we’ve been reading about in the past two books appear in the story along with a heart-achingly lovely childhood friends to more, he falls first romance, and two mysteries with two despicable villains.

Though Eliza Mills comes from wealth, she loves donning a comfortable pair of pants and digging in the dirt. As she quenches her irresistible thirst for discovery, she finds success as a paleontologist. When she’s given the opportunity by Mr. Andrew Carnegie to travel to Utah to participate in tours & digs at the newly declared Dinosaur National Monument, she’s thrilled for the chance to meet her hero Earl Douglass. Her only regret is leaving behind her best friend since childhood, Devin Schmitt. Though she begs him to come and spend time with her, he’s hesitant to leave. When she finally persuades him to visit, they find unexpected danger & a web of mystery.

Devin has been in love with Eliza since he was 16 years old. However, he hesitates to share his feelings since she only sees him as a friend and her grandfather disapproves of a romance between them. Though Devin’s a successful English professor, he feels obligated to obey her grandfather’s wishes & keep his feelings to himself. Missing Eliza when she travels to Utah, he’s unable to resist her pleas for him to come visit. But, what he finds makes him hesitant to leave her when it seems someone is out to sabotage her.

I adored this book! Devin was such a charming hero & my heart ached for him as he struggles to hide his unrequited love. He’s such a supportive, kind friend & I couldn’t wait to see if Eliza would finally see him as more. Eliza’s an intelligent, driven young woman with a strong faith. She struggles though with being away from the comforts of home & supportive family & friends. I enjoyed seeing her growth as she wrestles with science & faith & realizes her feelings for Devin.

There are two dastardly villains who both have strong motivations for getting rid of Eliza. Reading from their perspectives was chilling. Throw in a haunted ranch & several murders, and you have the makings of an intriguing mystery as well. The historical aspects were so well done & I loved learning more about this unique time & place in history.

Highly recommend to inspirational historical romance fans! I’m so sad to see this series come to an end & will definitely enjoy going back and rereading it. Each book in the series is a standalone covering the time during & after the famous Bone Wars. I received an advanced complimentary copy from the author & publisher. All opinions are my own & voluntarily provided.

A Hope Unburied is the third and final book in Kimberley Woodhouse's Treasures of the Earth series. This book, like the other books in this series, has a compelling mystery that stirs ones sense of justice, a sweet romance, and a deep theme centered around the historical debate between Creationism and paleontology. The books can be enjoyed in any order.

A Hope Unburied tells the story of Eliza Mills, a paleontologist with the Hall of Dinosaurs at the Carnegie Institute. Eliza, as a woman in a man's profession, had striven to be respected in her field. Now, opportunities are opening up for her, but danger may not be far behind.

I truly enjoyed this book and its series mates. I am grateful to have received a complimentary copy of A Hope Unburied from Bethany House via NetGalley without obligation. All opinions expressed here are my own.

I loved both Eliza and Devin. They both wrestled with different important issues and trying to figure things out. The resolutions for both of them only came through prayer and trust in God. I loved seeing the characters grow in the Lord and respond to challenges appropriately.
A serious spiritual topic in this book was how some believers can negatively impact unbelievers. As someone who has been in Church for a lifetime, I know it still happens. It was a great reminder to me to behave and address issues in a way that does not scare others from Church. We are all imperfect and in need of a Savior.

I received a complimentary copy from the publisher for review. All opinions and thoughts are my own.

I have come to a realization. And that realization is that it doesn't really matter which one of Kimberley Woodhouse's books I'm reading; I have to stop at the end of each chapter to 1: savor it, and 2: make the book last as long as I can. But then she gets me all tied up in knots and I need to get past that! But then I realize it's almost over and have to slow down again. Sigh. Such a conundrum. And then at the end, your brain is mush.

This book is no different. I mean, it's different, but the above paragraph fits this book, too. See? Mush-brain. But I have to have a coherent review. Here goes...

I loved it. You should read it. The end.

Need more? Dinosaurs, woman in paleontology, offing people-as Kimberley Woodhouse does so well, edge of your seat suspense, slander, and unabashedly Christian.

There. That should do it.

I am sorry to see this series end, but I enjoyed it so much and learned a lot from it. Being from the Pittsburgh, PA area I am familiar with Carnegie libraries and museum and the many other things that he had a hand in developing.
Our main female character had an unusual interest for the time period, as a paleontologist in 1916, she is used to being discriminated against. With what many think of as an unusual interest for women. This way of thinking only makes her work harder to prove herself. As with today, people also are under the mistaken assumption if you're a woman of science you cannot have a faith belief.
When she is sent on a dig at the Dinosaur National Monument in Jensen, Uta she is thrilled to have a chance to work with a paleontologist she admires and hopes to learn even more. As dark secrets come to light at the very ranch where the dig is taking place will all her hard work crumble to dust and blow away in the wind? Feeling lonely she is thrilled to see her childhood best friend, Devin Schmitt has listened to her pleas and come for a visit. Together they are thrown into a dangerous living and working environment, someone doesn't want them there or things to change. Is this the time or place for Devin to act upon his feelings for Eliza Mills, though he wants to spend a lifetime of happiness with her. I enjoyed seeing the character development and learning of women of science and paleontology through this series.

I was given a complimentary copy of this book.
All opinions expressed are my own.