To Find Her Place

TO FIND HER PLACE is the second novel in the Redemption's Light series by SUSAN ANNE MASON, but it easily stands alone. It is a sensitively written story of broken people, redemption, unconditional love and second chances, with unforgettable characters.
The story takes place in Toronto during the second world war with Jane Linder, the acting director of the Children;s Aid society, and Garrett Wilder, an independent advisor who is hoping to get the managing director's job now that his war injuries make it impossible for him to work on his father's farm. Jane also badly needs the job as she is divorced and takes care of her elderly mother. In spite of this they need to learn to work together.
Then we have the abandoned children, who are more numerous now due to the harsh wartime economy and the diminishing number of willing foster parents - a heart wrenching dilemma. Both Jane and Garrett believe that each child deserves a loving home in which they can develop their full potential.
There is a great deal more to the novel, which I found most inspirational. There is a strong sense of God's purposes and plans working out in people's lives as they learn to trust Him.
I am not going to tell you any more as I do not want to spoil the read for you.
It is a lovely book and one I highly recommend.
I was given a free copy of the book by NetGalley from Bethany House Publishers. The opinions in this review are completely my own.

I didn't realize that To Find Her Place is the second book in a series by Susan Anne Mason until I read the listing on Amazon. Then I read the description of the first book of the series and found I'd already read it and reviewed it. The main character of the first book makes a couple of cameo appearances in this one, but other than that, the two books can be read as stand-alones without any loss of context.
I'm finding that I love the way Susan writes. Her characters are flawed, but likable, her settings make her writings come alive, and the way she deals with societal difficulties is gentle and with dignity. In this book, she deals with a foster care system that is relatively new in society during the throes of World War II.

Jane is the interim directress of the Children's Aide Society in Toronto and deals with foster care placements as well as adoptions. Garrett has been asked to come in and review how the Society is being run, what improvements can be made, where cost-cutting measures can be taken, where fund-raising efforts should be enhanced, and to audit the books for discrepancies.

Jane wants to be the permanent directress of the Society, but her real strength lies in being a caseworker for the children and foster parents. There is one child in particular who has stolen her heart, simply because he has not been given a chance by any of his foster parents who claim they cannot deal with his recalcitrant ways and his medical condition.

Garrett also wants to be the director of the Society, and has a skill set that is more appropriate for the position, but working with Jane has him in a quandary. He's beginning to have feelings for her, but realizes that he can't let his feelings interfere with what he's doing for the Children's Aide Society.

Susan has included in this book several sub-plots with the encumbering conflicts that all have to be worked out in order for the protagonists to have a happily-ever-after. She pulls it all together quite skillfully and leaves the reader fully satisfied with how the denouement is resolved.

This is a five-star book with two thumbs up and a precious child finding love.

Bethany House and NetGalley.com provided the copy I read for this review. All opinions expressed are solely my own.

Believing her chance for a family has passed her by, Jane Linder pours herself into the children and work at the Toronto Children's Aid Society. She bristles when Garrett is asked to come in to evaluate the efficiency of the operation. However, as they work together on some challenging cases, they come to appreciate each other.

I enjoyed learning about the operation of the children's home during WW2. I hadn't thought about how the war would bring unique challenges to the situation. I felt for Jane as she fought for a special, troubled child, Martin. My heart broke for him.

Mason's writing style flows. However, I felt the mystery was solved a little too quickly. Since it was included, I felt it should have had a bigger part. It was still an enjoyable read and I'd recommend it. Thank you to Bethany House for providing me with a free e-copy of this book. All opinions are my own.

To Find Her Place by Susan Anne Mason is a delightful look at the Toronto Children’s Aid Society during World War II. Mason did a wonderful job at crafting believable and heartbreaking realistic characters. Jane Linder was a motivated woman with a heart for the unloved children in Toronto, especially little Martin. While tons of families did not want him, Jane loved him and tried her best to find him a home. Then enters Garrett Wilder, a hero from the war who has medical issues, dives into the story as a search for truth, but as the story progresses, he starts to fall in love with the children and Jane. The romance moved along at a slow pace, which I enjoy. As for the plot, it was handled nicely. It kept my attention, and I flew through the story. Even though I really did enjoy reading the story, I had one issue with the plot. The World War II setting. I do not know much about Toronto during World War II, but the story really did not reflect much about the destruction of the war. There was mention of her rationing meat and sugar and Jane’s brother and ex-husband off to war, but other than those two things, this story could have happened in 1909 or 1887. Overall, To Find Her Place by Susan Anne Mason was a different story filled with rememberable characters. I can’t wait to see what else Mason comes up with next. Will she continue this series or move onto another idea? I guess readers will have to wait and see.

I received a complimentary copy of To Find Her Place by Susan Anne Mason from Bethany House Publishing, but the opinions stated are all my own.

We are back in Toronto Canada and as with the first book we are helping children by way of the Children's Aid Society, and although this is the second book in this series that I have read, the book can stand alone.
The main character Jane Linder is reeling from the abrupt ending of her marriage, and trying to move on during difficult times. She has been named acting director of the CAS, and is loving her job.
Enter Garrett Wilder a wounded veteran who has been hired to find some missing funds. Yes, Jane is a suspect, but then so are others. Now Jane and Garrett get to work closely together, and are also helping the children.
Can these two hurting individuals form a relationship, maybe, and in the end help hurting eight year old Martin.
This story has so much going on, WWII, aiding children, missing and wounded soldiers, and just a bit of romance thrown in, and then you start page-turning for answers!
I received this book through Net Galley and the Publisher Bethany House, and was not required to give a positive review.

To Find Her Place
by Susan Anne Mason
Bethany House
You Like Them You Are Auto-Approved
Bethany House Publishers
Christian | Historical Fiction | Romance
Pub Date 08 Jun 2021 | Archive Date 11 Aug 2021

This is the second in a series but it could easily be a stand-alone. It's the story of second chances and of learning to trust God and let him lead the way. It will be a hit in our library.
Thanks to Bethany House and NetGalley for the ARC. I loved this book and its characters.

5 star

'Really, Lord? how much more agony am I expected to bear?'

It's WWII and Jane Linder is working as acting directress of the Toronto Children's Aid Society. Then a stranger is hired to do some quality control at the home and make sure Jane's doing a good job. Garrett Wilder has been injured in the war and there is not much he can do, and he hopes to qualify to take over Jane's job if his investigation proves she is not doing a good enough job. Jane loves her job but she is scared to death someone will find out she is divorced and change everything. And Jane is also taking care of her near invalid mother. Then there is Martin, the eight year old boy who cannot seem to find a place anywhere in any foster home.

'She was tired of being strong all the time. Tired of the constant weight of responsibility.'

All these ingredients add up to a marvelous story. Jane loves children and desperately wants to continue working with them. Garrett seriously needs a job that is not strenuous and can't work on his parents' apple farm. Then things get complicated when they began to have feelings for one another. Everyone at work thinks Jane's husband is off in the war.

Mason takes all these ingredients and puts together a book that you won't soon forget. It's rich and full and she knows how to delve into the depths of her characters' hearts and longings. Even the children. I had a hard time putting it down. And there are moments when tears flow at the goodness of God. Well done!

My thanks to Bethany House for a copy of this book via Net Galley. I was not expected to leave a positive review and the opinion here is expressly my own.

BOOK BY: Susan Anne Mason
What a lovely story of perseverance and overcoming impossible obstacles.
Even though this is book two in the Redemptions Light series by Susan Anne Mason, I had absolutely no trouble reading this book as a standalone. There is one character that has a cameo from book one, and it was enough to whet my appetite for going back to read book one.
I love that this book is set in Canada and is written by a Canadian author. The author does an excellent job describing Toronto as it was in the 1940s, taking the reader on a tour of the city as it used to be. I could picture the streets and some of the places mentioned, which isn’t often this reader gets to do that!
The story focuses on The Children’s Aid Society during a time when foster and adopting families were scarce due to the war overseas. The war touches the lives of the characters in many different ways, though it isn’t the dominant feature of the story.
Jane Linder is hiding secrets while pursuing her career at the Toronto Aid Society. Garrett Wilder has been hired by the Board of Directors to ferret out the culprit behind the society’s financial woes. It’s a battle between Jane and Garrett to win the directorship job – an office romance ensues, and all the conflict that involves. A runaway child, a sudden appearance of someone Jane never wanted to see again, an accident that nearly claims Garrett’s life, and so much more keeps the reader engrossed until the very end.
I quite enjoyed some of the twists thrown into the middle of the story causing Garrett and Jane to both face a moral dilemma, but also challenges their faith in God and in each other. I liked how the characters were both grounded in their faith and that it wasn’t a coming back to God kind of story, but that their faith played an integral role in their lives.
There’s a loveable cast of characters that bring depth to the story.
A great read. I’m looking forward to the next book.
I received an ecopy from the publisher through NetGalley. All opinions expressed are my own.

This is the second installment to the wonderful Redemption’s Light Series. The setting is in Toronto, Canada, during WWII. This series is very historical, it’s based on true events even if the characters are fictional. That’s what makes these books so special. It’s as if you’re transported to another time and place like in a movie, and live the character’s battles and struggles with them as if they were your own. This is how good the author writes and how well historically researched these books are.
In Book 1, “A Haven for her Heart” we follow Olivia’s heart wrenching journey as she endeavors to start a Maternity Home, to help abandoned women in need, as she once was. A beautiful, touching and inspiring story! Now, this new story, in continuity to the first, deals with Jane Linder and the Toronto’s Children’s Aid Society. Jane, after working as a case worker aiding orphaned children in getting adopted or into the care of foster families, is left to temporarily direct the institution, after Mr. Mills’s retirement. Having worked alongside with him, she aims to devote herself to this career, so she can keep helping troubled children have a better life. She also harbors deep wounds, after her husband left her because, after two miscarriages, the doctor diagnosed her as unable to carry a child. But she earnestly wishes for and needs the job, as she is the caretaker of her mother whose health continues to decline. So, when the Board Members, with an air of distrust, assign her a man to supervise the operations at the Children's Aid Society, and she how they can be improved, she can’t help getting tense. Especially when said man is also competing for the same position as Director that she seeks with all her heart! And if they find out that she’s a divorcee, she will definitely have no chance!
Garret Wilder has been hired, not only to oversee the operations of the Children’s Aid Society, but to investigate a report of misused funds. Through this investigation he wants to earn the vacant director’s position. A war injury impedes him to take over his parent’s farm, but with a secure job he can help save the family business and that means a great deal to him.
But sweet, kind and professional Jane is not the person he expected to meet, the same as Jane is surprised to discover her investigator is not as mean intentioned as she expected. As a friendship blossoms between them as they care for some of the children’s needs, feelings start to grow, despite being at odds competing for the director’s position. Will this friendly competition attempt to destroy the fragile yet beautiful and sweet relationship they are starting?
Then, Jane’s ex-husband unexpectedly visits with a very tempting proposition, putting Jane at odds. Will her decision take her away from Garrett and from the life of service to needy children that has fulfilled her so much until now?
This was a beautiful story that tugged all the strings of my heart! I love that it is really a historical novel, as the Children Aid Society of Toronto existed and the author did a deep researched about how it started, operated, etc. Even Mr. Mills, the managing director who retired was a real character! Jane and Garrett, and the rest, are fictional characters, of course, but their story felt so realistic to me, probably because of how well researched the setting and historical period was, I really felt as if I was transported with them to Toronto in WWII era!
I also fell in love with the characters. I rooted for Jane and her desire to make a difference in the children’s lives. Her kind and compassionate heart inspired me, as I learned from her patience, prudence, strong determination, and loving nature. The way she cared for her mother and was so selfless that she didn’t have practically time for herself. I also struggled with her when she had tough decisions to make, but the way she let God guide her through it all humbled me. Garrett was a wonderful hero too. A bit stiff at the start, but I quickly warmed up to him as his lighthearted nature began to shine, his love of family and children, his generosity too. He had a heart of gold too, and I loved his way with the children! And the way he talked to God was endearing and humbling, he was so honest and wanted to do what was right for everyone. There were also secondary characters I loved, best of all cute and rebellious little Martin, he tore at my heart. No child should ever feel unwanted, and Jane and Garrett made sure of that! I also liked the way Garrett made Jane feel beautiful and worthy, when she was struggling so much with self-worth, because of her inability to have children.
The plot of the story was engaging, it never dragged, it had enough twists, like the mystery of the disappearing money, and I was so sad when the story ended, I wanted more time with these characters!
All in all, a truly inspiring story of unconditional love, true worthiness (which is always so big to the eyes of God) and sacrifice! I vividly recommend it to anyone, especially historical romance lovers!
I received a complimentary copy of the book from the Publisher via NetGalley but wasn’t required to post a positive review. This is my honest and unbiased opinion.

Tugging at the heartstrings

This book tugs at the heartstrings -- orphans, unwanted children, injured soldiers, unwanted wives, and injured dogs! That being said, it is a well-written historical novel set in late ww2, after the 'thrills' of war have turned into the reality of added work, grief for the dead and those MIA, and the problems that the war gave to society's outcasts. A good way to spend a rainy day curled up on your sofa.

Thank you to the publisher who lent me a time-constrained e-arc via netgalley; this review is optional and my own opinion.

To Find Her Place
By Susan Anne Mason is a compelling read. This story takes place in Canada during World War II and follows two characters that vie for the directorship of the Toronto children’s Aid Society. The role of working women is also explored as characters struggle to best serve homeless children with few financial and Human Resources. An interesting aspect of WW 2 life in Canada.

Finding suitable care for orphaned children during WWII was difficult as this novel portrays. Women in the workforce, much less directors were still relatively new in the forties. Jane, the interim director of the Toronto Children's Aid Society took her job very seriously and had a heart of gold. As Garrett, an accountant, seeks to find out who is behind the embezzlement of aid funds Jane fights for Martin, an eight year old orphan deemed unadoptable. Will Garrett find out the truth? Will Jane find a home for Martin? Readers will enjoy finding out the answers plus other details from this time in history. Recommended!

This is second book in Redemption's Light series by Susan Anne Mason but definitely can be read as a stand-alone. In 1943 Toronto, WWII has torn apart the city's finances, morale, and people. Even though understaffed and under-budgeted, the Toronto Children's Aid Society works diligently to help the orphaned children find foster and forever homes. Jane is an unusual acting directress of the organization, but she puts her heart and soul into the work she does. Garrett is an auditor who comes to sort out the financial tangle within the Society but becomes so much more to Jane with his optimism, steadfast tenderness, disciplined integrity, and passion to help those in need. Their relationship is tested as they compete for the same job, chase after a hurting boy who likes to run away, and try to figure out the best path when their pasts push forward to take center stage in their present. Both Jane and Garrett are lovely and I really enjoyed learning about how the Children's Aid Society worked. The author does an excellent job of portraying the effects of the war in Toronto with sensitivity and tenderness.

If you're a fan of historical fiction/romance, you will surely enjoy this book. I received the book from Bethany House Publishers and was under no obligation to post a positive comment. All opinions are solely my own.

To Find Her Place worked well as a stand-alone read. I was aware that there had likely been a previous book that told Olivia's story, but not having read it did not impact my understanding or enjoyment of this book. While there was little doubt of how To Find Her Place would end, the author kept me firmly in her grasp during all of the twists and turns while making it to the end. Jane Linder struggles with self-worth and childlessness. Garrett Wilder struggles with the physical limitations that remain from his service in WWII. Both are competing for the director's position at the Toronto Children's Aid Society, Jane from a position as a social worker, and Garrett from a business background.

I am grateful to have received a copy of To Find her Place from Bethany House via NetGalley without obligation. All opinions expressed here are my own.

Thanks to Bethany House for the free book.
I have been anxiously awaiting this book since I read the first one in this series last year, and it did not disappoint. I loved the focus on the Toronto Children's Aid Society during WWII. Mason highlighted the need for foster parents and how a consistent home can positively impact a child - this message is still needed today, so I just love the focus here. I also was captured by these characters right away. Jane's heart is so full of love, even when she has been dealt with such hardship. Garrett is slow to warm, yet I loved that part about him. It made his revelations that more genuine. The friendship between them was also sweet and full of respect - even when they were trying to get the same job.
I also loved Martin. What a sweet boy that just needed the love and attention he deserved. I liked how Mason used this character to show how the foster system can wreck havoc on these young children.

This is the second book in the Redemption's Light series but can easily be read as a stand alone.
We are back in Toronto at the Children's Aid Society. This is where the majority of the story takes place. It is ww11. Jane Linder is the directress of the Children's Aid Society and she takes her job very seriously, pouring her hopes and dreams into her work especially after her rather abrupt and unexpected divorce.
When Garrett Wilder is hired to give the agency an overhaul and investigate it's finances and operations she knows she's not going to like him. She feels threatened when she realizes her job is up for bid and he may be promoted to it.
As they work together a bond forms and the unlikely friendship may just be growing into more.
When a very unexpected opportunity comes up she believes she has wanted for a long time she has some very important decisions to make but we know God will lead her in the right direction.

Pub Date 08 Jun 2021
I was given a complimentary copy of this book. Thank you.
All opinions expressed are my own.

4.5 stars
This was such a touching story about loss and learning how to live again. To Find Her Place is the second book in Susan Anne Mason’s Redemption’s Light series. This was a great book and although I didn’t read the first book, I still enjoyed it! This series is set in World War 2, with relatable characters who you grow to love.
Jane Linder is just trying her best, she loves working with children and she wants them to find homes. Jane was a lovely character, she wanted so badly to do well. She didn’t necessarily love her job, but she enjoyed helping children. But when someone is sent to inspect the Children’s Aid Society, she fears for her position and that someone would find out that she was divorced. She was acting in place of a director and she was stretched thin. I liked Jane, she was hard working. However she was also kind, and it was sweet to see her care for the children. She longed for children of her own to fill a home, but that does not seem to be God’s plan for her. But there are children whom she holds dear, and they have a way of softening her. It was fun to read about her learning to trust God and trust Garret although they started off as “enemies”.
I liked Garret from the start. He was a kind man, who was put in an unfortunate situation. He wanted to help his parents on their farm, but because of injuries during the war he was unable. He does his best to help his parents, and a position as director would really help him send money to his family. I liked how he cared for the children. He didn’t always listen to what Jane had to tell him but he learned from his mistakes.
Jane and Garret were perfect together, obviously. But I liked how they complimented each other, they helped each other relax and enjoy life. It was sweet to read about them falling in love and bonding over the children under their care. But when Jane’s ex husband comes back, will their relationship be able to grow or are they doomed to fail?
To Find Her Place was a lovely book, the characters were wonderful. I really enjoyed Garret’s family, they were a lot of fun. And Martin, one of the children in the Children’s Aid Society, really added to the story. I would definitely recommend this book and I am super excited to see what is coming next in this series.

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the publisher through Netgalley. All views expressed are only my honest opinion, a positive review was not required.

I posted my review on Goodreads, Bookbub, and Barnes and Nobles on 06/04/2021, I will post on blog and Amazon closer to release date

To Find Her Place by Susan Anne Mason is the second book in the Redemption’s Light series, but it is perfect as a standalone (there is a non spoiler cameo from the main character of the previous book, but that’s it). I loved book 1, but if I’m honest, I loved this book even more! It’s about Jane, a divorced woman who cares for her mother who has a weak heart, and is the temporary directress of the Toronto Children’s Aid. It’s quite a juggle for her, as she wants to do her job perfectly as she wants to become the permanent directress. But the board might be considering someone else, they send in Garrett to investigate if everything goes right as there is some missing money... and if he does a fine job he might just find himself with a permanent director job.

I just love a worplace rivalry... it makes for very funny banter! And the work place itself is so fascinating and yet a bit heartbreaking when you see the case workers have to make do with little space and resources, knowing that part was very well researched. There are so many aspects to children’s care, and with the shortages of World War Two it’s especially challenging. Garrett gets to know the place step by step (as do we), and he is in awe. But he’s also a kind and intelligent man, and begins to fix things, too, which makes Garrett and Jane grow closer together. But of course there are complications...

The plot is awesome, as are the side characters. You can’t help but love a troubled boy with epilepsy who gets rejected over and over again. And Garrett’s family is precious! They are very loving and kind despite their struggles, but not too perfect if you know what I mean. And Jane’s mom is awesome and sassy. But as much as I loved the secondary characters, I loved the interaction between Garrett and Jane the best. They’re so much better together! And the choices they had to face weren’t easy... there is also disability representation, as Garrett was injured in the war, and this plays a big role later in the story, and I think it was very realistic and well done.

All in all, with great characters, plot and pacing that’s just right, with romance, depth and a little mystery balanced perfectly, I just can’t think of a single flaw.

I received an e-arc through Netgalley but it hasn’t influenced my opinion.

This has been one of my favorite stories so far this year. I loved Jane and Garrett. It was nice to read a book that takes place during WWll but does not go too much into the horrors that occurred. It was fascinating to learn some about how foster care and adoptions were handled in Canada during the time of WWll. This story made me laugh and cry. I did not want to put this book down. These two characters go through some trials to figure out how they want to spend their lives. I received a copy of this book from the author for a fair and honest opinion that I gave of my own free will.

This was a great fictional look into the lives of WWII era families in Toronto, Canada. I love that Mason researches so well for her books. It was neat to read even a fictional representation of the Children's Aid Society.

I loved Jane's heart for the kids, especially Martin. I connected with her on so many levels - even the hard ones. (See content warnings if you have triggers).

I loved Garrett. He has a good head on his shoulders and while he isn't perfect he also has a big heart for the kids and the organization working to help them. I also loved how supportive he was of his family.

There are quite a few triggers in this book but I think it is important to be reminded that WWII era was hard. That soldiers went missing, were injured, and even killed. I appreciated the way people were supportive in Garrett's life after his accident. I also thought Mason handled his post accident recovery attitude well.

Note for those of you that like kissing books: this one is for you. Plenty of hot kisses and attraction.

I look forward to more from Mason in this series.

I received an advanced copy of this book through NetGalley. This is my honest review.

Very engrossing story of struggle for these characters. Real enough you'll feel you have to tell someone what just happened as you go along. Men are fighting and those still at home are frowned upon. Women are having to step in to fill positions, but are still not taken seriously. Jane is divorced in 1943 Toronto and acting as the Directress of the Children's Aid Society. She had been a caseworker and is completely committed to the children and making things better. Since her husband left her, and her brother is in the war, she has to support herself and her sick mother. She desperately needs this job to become permanent. Garrett is brought in to audit the business, and Jane, and is planning on submitting his application for the Director position. He also needs the money to help support his parents farm. It's quite a story of difficulties during the war and heartaches, but also has lessons of faith. Circumstances seem to dictate their paths, but we know that God is in control. Excellent read.
I received this book free from the publisher and NetGalley book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. #ToFindHerPlace #NetGalley

I enjoy reading books I can learn something from. This was one of those books. Set in Toronto, it’s a different setting and then the Canadian Children’s Aid Society and how they helped children. Stories involving children and adoption interest me a lot. The main character is divorced. That in and of itself is unusual during this time period. She has kept it a secret from her job. She’s the temporary director of the children’s home. Jane has always wanted to be a mother and sees her position as a substitute especially since she’s divorced. Garrett is hired to come evaluate the children’s aid society. He befriends Jane and her mother. They take a journey to find who’s taking money and to help a troubled little boy. A story that has tragedy and sorrow and most importantly hope. I received a copy of this book from the publisher. All views stated are my own.

I read the first book in this series and thoroughly enjoyed it so I definitely wanted to read the second on and I have to say this one is just as good.

I loved getting to know Jane and Garrett and the heartache they had to overcome. I knew there would be a wrench thrown into the mix at the end, and honestly there were a few wrenches, but it all works out at the end, of course. But the journey to get there is very interesting and a great read.

If you enjoy historical fiction I have no doubt you will be thrilled with this book.


A copy of this book was given to me through Netgalley. All opinions are my own.

I received a copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

This is the second book in a series, and I haven't read the first book, but it didn't diminish my enjoyment of this book. It could definitely be read as a stand alone. I really enjoyed this book!

Once again Mason has written an amazing novel.
I love her books! I always look forward to reading her novels because I know I can learn something new from them and I can apply it to my everyday life.
The bit of mystery is what kept me spellbound because I just had to see what happens next.
The characters are wonderful and even the not so wonderful ones. Truth be told, the not so wonderful ones kept my attention.
Mason does a great job in making her characters realistic and describes the scenes so well that you feel like you're there.
I love this series by her.
Five stars for this amazing novel and I look forward to seeing what she comes out with next! I love being kept in suspense!
My thanks for a copy of this book. I was NOT required to write a positive review. All opinions are my own

An absolutely beautiful, heart-touching story with wonderful characters that that went straight to my heart. Susan Ann Mason’s writing is very compelling, and I also love how she incorporates historical details into the book that bring this story to life. Although this is the second book in the series, this one can be read as a stand-alone. But once you have read this one, you’ll want to read more by this talented author. Be prepared to be care for these characters and find your heart overflowing once you finish it.

I received a copy of this book from the publisher. All opinions are my own.

There are children who need a place
For here second book in the "Redemption Light" series Susan Anne Mason entitled "To Find Her Place" and published by Bethany House Publishers Mason has researched the "Children's Aid Society of Toronto" in order to be true to historical details. Nevertheless, this is a novel that takes place in Toronto in 1943, a time when people, morale, and finances were suffering. Jane Linder is the acting director of the Children's Aid Society, she urgently needs this job since she is divorced and has to care for her elderly mother who has a weak heart. She is trying to do her best financially and for the children for whom she is looking for foster parents which is anything than easy. Garrett Wilder arrives as an independent advisor with the task to organize the finances of the Children's Aid Society, but he hopes to get the job as director. He cannot work on his father's farm due to a war injury and also needs this job. So Jane and Garret are not only competing for the same job, they have to deal with the children and their challenges, one of them, Martin, who likes to run away – and they have to deal with the attraction that develops between them.
This was the second book of this author which I read and I highly recommend it for readers who love inspirational historical novels that are realistic, with an amount of romance, and great and believable characters. Although it is the second book in the series it also can be read as a stand-alone. I am looking forward to reading more books by Mason.
The complimentary copy of this book was provided by the publisher through NetGalley free of charge. I was under no obligation to offer a positive review. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
#ToFindHerPlace #NetGalley

Set in Toronto, during WWII, To Find Her Place, by Susan Anne Mason is an inspiring and emotional tale that will captivate readers from the beginning.

​I loved Jane! Her character was precisely what the CAS needed in a directress. She loved the children and really cared about them. Especially one boy, who we get to know a bit more as the story progresses. The author did an excellent job introducing us to Martin and his story in the foster care system.

It was not lost on me how women are still trying to find their place today and this book really brought that home to me.

The blossoming interest between Garrett and Jane blended well with the story. With a plot twist, I wasn't expecting, this story had me hooked to the very end. The faith element showed the importance of trusting in and waiting on God.

​This was a sweet story with all the right strings to pull at your heart! I highly recommend it!

I fully enjoyed reading To Find Her Place. It is easy to connect to the characters and think about them when you have had to set the book down until that next moment when there is time to relax and read. Susan Anne Mason has a gift for bringing the characters alive and she has certainly been successful with Jane and Garrett. Both have issues that they feel prevents them from developing anything other than a good working relationship.

Both vying for the same job, each has a reason that compels them to seek the vacant director's job. As a reader, of course I could see the obstacles they face but also the realization that life is full of things that can be overcome. I admired Jane's dedication to both her mother and to a difficult career working with orphaned children. Garrett, a casualty of the war, faced unusual challenges yet was devoted to helping his family financially. In the end, the charity and grace they showed to each other showed qualities we don't often see in today's society. I highly recommend this book and if you have not read any of Susan Anne Mason's books, you don't know what you have been missing.