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- In early 1800s England, Jess Beauchene has spent most of her life in hiding and always on the move in an effort to leave her past far behind her.
- About the Author: Kristi Ann Hunter graduated from Georgia Tech with a degree in computer science but always knew she wanted to write.
- 384 Pages
- Fiction + Literature Genres, Christian
- Series Name: Haven Manor
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When she learns the family she thought dead might be alive and in danger, Jess Beuchene knows her secrets can only stay buried for so long. But when she learns the family she thought long dead just might be alive and in danger, she knows her secrets can only stay buried for so long.Book Synopsis
In early 1800s England, Jess Beauchene has spent most of her life in hiding and always on the move in an effort to leave her past far behind her. But when she learns the family she thought had died just might be alive and in danger, she knows her secrets can only stay buried for so long.Derek Thornbury loves the past, which has led him to become an expert in history and artifacts. He knows Jess has never liked him, but when she requests his help deciphering the clues laid out in an old family diary, he can't resist the urge to solve the puzzle.
As Jess and Derek race to find the hidden artifact before her family's enemies, they learn as much about each other as they do about the past. But can their search to uncover the truth and set history right lead to a future together?
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Praise for the Haven Manor series"gripping and heartwarming"--RT Book Reviews
"a beautifully crafted tale of love and faith"--Booklist
"involving romance"--Midwest Book Review
"a profound story about finding the courage to forgive and to move forward"--Hope by the Book
Jessamine Beauchene has spent most of her life in hiding and always on the move in an effort to leave her past far behind her. But when she learns the family she thought long dead just might be alive and in danger, she knows her secrets can only stay buried for so long.
Derek Thornbury loves the past, which has led him to become an expert in history and artifacts. He knows Jess has never liked him, but when she requests his help deciphering an old family diary, he can't resist the urge to help solve the puzzle.
As Jess and Derek race to find the hidden artifact before her family's enemies, they learn as much about each other as they do about the past. But can their search to set history right lead to a future together?
"Hunter centers the pleasing third entry in the Haven Manor series on Jess Beauchene . . . Hunter nicely blends historical romance and mystery in this satisfying tale."--Publishers Weekly
"RITA Award-winning Hunter concludes her Regency-set Haven Manor series on a high note with a sweetly romantic tale that expertly mingles high-stakes treasure hunting and quieter moments of faith, family, and love."--Booklist
About the Author
Kristi Ann Hunter graduated from Georgia Tech with a degree in computer science but always knew she wanted to write. Kristi is a RITA Award and a Georgia Romance Writers Maggie Award for Excellence winner. She lives with her husband and three children in Georgia. Find her online at www.kristiannhunter.com.Dimensions (Overall): 8.4 Inches (H) x 5.4 Inches (W) x 1.0 Inches (D)
Weight: .75 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 384
Genre: Fiction + Literature Genres
Sub-Genre: Christian
Series Title: Haven Manor
Publisher: Bethany House Publishers
Format: Paperback
Author: Kristi Ann Hunter
Language: English
Street Date: November 5, 2019
TCIN: 78014830
UPC: 9780764230776
Item Number (DPCI): 247-74-0865
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Humorous heartfelt adventure
5 out of 5 stars
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Moonglotexas - 6 years ago
“Sometimes, despite time, distance, and a significant amount of ignoring it, the past never quite went away. Over the past two days, everything Jess had run from had spilled over the wall of the past and covered her present like gravy. Lumpy, bitter, burnt gravy. Every emotion she’d worked hard to bury had risen to the surface, making her mind a muddled swarm of incomplete thoughts and sharp colors.” - Opening lines of “A Pursuit of Home” by Kristi Ann Hunter
The conclusion to Kristi Ann Hunter’s awesome Haven Manor series, A Pursuit of Home was always going to be a Christian historical romance…which it is but it is also a fabulous mystery adventure! I loved Jess from the first book but she really sparkles in this novel. Derek, our historian, is the perfect companion for this journey and the two bounce off each other creating delightful, entertaining and heartfelt dialogue.
As with all history, there isn’t just one version and Kristi uses this to set the stage for a great discussion of the meaning of truth. I enjoyed the story, which was a page-turner, but I really appreciated how the characters develop in the novel, how they wrestle with who they are and what they want from life.
I love Kristi’s humour and there are several laugh-out-loud moments as Derek tries to match Jess’s physical capabilities and Jess attempts to remain patient with the scholarly Derek and his endless wanderings off of the topic. It is such a lovely role-reversal!
It’s a five out of five on the en-JOY-ment scale and highly recommended!
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5 out of 5 stars
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AP - 6 years ago
‘Diaries were incredible windows into the past…He wanted that diary. The question was, did he want it badly enough to deal with her?’
Jess has been an enigma since the first book in this incredible series, A Defense of Honor. She’s cantankerous and intensely private. I was intrigued to read her story and taken completely by surprise. Jess has a sharp tongue but she is funny. Oh the dialogue between her and Derek was downright hilarious at times. He’s marvelous, by the way. A man of God who desires to help others makes him the perfect counterpart to Jess’s prickly exterior.
I enjoyed this book and didn’t want it to end. Hunter has once again given Regency fans a series to read over and over again, making it a modern ‘classic’. I can’t wait to see what is next in her repertoire of book ideas.
I received a copy of the book from the publisher. No review was required. No compensation received.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Susan - 6 years ago
I loved this book! With “A Pursuit of Home” Kristi Ann Hunter outdoes herself. This book has lots of mystery, intrigue, and romance. I loved reading Jess’ story. Jess is determined to find out the hidden secrets of her past and finds love in an unlikely place. This is my favorite of all Kristi’s books. She brings back characters from her other books which adds to the story, however you don’t have to have read her other books to enjoy this one. I would recommend that you read “A Pursuit of Home” and then go read Kristi’s other books.
My Favorite in the Series!
5 out of 5 stars
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MWilliams - 6 years ago
Wow! This is an exciting book! Jess, who we have known through the other Haven Manor books, has a backstory all her own. Don't miss out on this amazing adventure, although dangerous and daring. And not only does this have to do with aristocracy, or lack thereof, but also love and losing. Coming to terms with her past it's not easy, but it's important for her future.
There are multiple gems in this book—Jess herself is an Easter egg that was planted and has come into fruition. Spoiler alert: there are multiple visitors from another series Kristi Ann Hunter has written. It's amazing how she has intertwined some of their lives!
I love all of Kristi Ann Hunter's books, but this one is my favorite! I laughed multiple times throughout the book and was caught by surprise as many times.
What an Adventure!
5 out of 5 stars
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Irishniff - 6 years ago
The journey that these two main characters take is adventurous, dangerous and still filled with moments of humor. I was glad that two characters, who were so different, came to appreciate and enjoy each other’s company, providing a great example for our world today. While the destination provided lessons these two hadn’t expected, I can’t help but think that they were glad that they had traveled. The creatively fun ending was simply magnificent. One of the things that I enjoyed most about this book was the return of characters from previous books. There was just the right balance of developing the story of the main characters, as well as, updates and appearances of familiar characters, which made me want to go back and read all of Hunter’s books again. Of course, A Pursuit of Home can certainly be read and enjoyed on its own without having read her previous books. I was given a copy of this book by the publisher. All opinions are my own.
What an Adventure!
4 out of 5 stars
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Rebecca Maney - 6 years ago
3.5stars
"I am starting to wonder . . . .if I have ever actually met you. . . . . . Are you that prickly, argumentative woman . . . . or are you the woman who talked to me in the hayloft?"
Sometimes Jessamine Beauchene doesn't even know who she truly is, so how can she possibly explain herself to the man who has morphed from constantly irritating into annoyingly (or in rare instances adorably) perceptive? Forced to confide in art expert Derek Thornbury, Jess tasks him with helping her to solve a generational mystery that could literally change the course of history, but she is equally convinced that her brain might die a slow, awkward death if she has to endure Derek's incessant diatribe of interesting (to him only) facts.
Travelling surreptitiously through-out England to view a rare collection of paintings brings Jess and Derek closer to the truth, but also reveals the danger embedded in their search. There are those intent on thwarting her, making Jess all the more cautious about involving those that she has grown to love; forcing her to wonder just how the quirky, but increasingly gallant historian fits into a different picture . . . that of her future.
Carrying the weight of heavy plot elements, this book's myriads of twists, turns, art references and duplicious, poetic meanderings may serve to confuse the reader as much as it did the characters themselves. Fortunately, its core is strong and its characters quite resiliant, for the ending is definitely worth the beginning; or perhaps the beginning is definitely worth the ending, for both are positively a "pursuit of home".
I received a copy of this book from author and publisher. The opinions stated above are entirely my own.
Fantastic conclusion to Haven Manor series
5 out of 5 stars
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- 6 years ago
"The truth was that while the past colored the future, the people living in the present still wielded the paintbrush."
What a surprising and completely satisfying conclusion to the Haven Manor series! This third book in the series ties in all the characters from previous books, as well as some endearing characters from A Noble Masquerade (first book in Hawthorne House series). With her trademark writing style that is fluid, easy to read, and often humorous, Kristi Ann Hunter draws us quickly into the world of intrigue and mystery in 1816 England as we finally....finally.... learn about Jess' past. The setting and the world that the author weaves during this time period are so realistic and believable that you won't know what's fictional and what's history until the author's note at the end of the book unless you're a European history expert (and I'm far from that). The plot is incredible with unexpected twists and turns and the maturation of faith we see in Jess is inspirational and encouraging. Derek is an unconventional hero, but a hero in his own right and you can't help but fall in love with his geeky, awkward, but sweet, honest, loyal, and selfless ways. And their romance! So delightful, funny, filled with mishaps and tenderness! This book can definitely be read as a stand-alone but reading A Noble Masquerade and then the two previous books in the Haven Manor series prior to this book will give you a wonderful insight and affinity for Jess.
If you enjoy historical fiction with a good dose of mystery and intrigue, you will absolutely love this book. It will captivate you from the prologue and have you turning the pages for just one more chapter to try to piece together what's happening. I received a copy of the book from Bethany House Publishers and was under no obligation to post a positive review. All comments and opinions are solely my own.
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5 out of 5 stars
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pattistep - 6 years ago
Kristi Ann Hunter is one of my favorite Regency period writers. The setting of Haven Manor has been perfect for this series, and from her detailed descriptions, I think I could recognize the Manor if I came upon it during a walk in that fictional countryside. Her storylines are interesting and always have a thread of intrigue. There’s been some other wonderful characters in this series, but Jess has always been the character in whom I’ve been the most interested. There’s always been such mystery around her, and it was obvious that she had some serious defensive skills. It was fun to read her story, and it was all that I’d hoped for with a suspenseful storyline and a good dose of humor.
I never would have put Jess and Derek together as a couple, but it was the perfect combination of their differences that made this story so entertaining to read. I was looking for every chance I could find to read and see what was going to happen next. We also get to catch up with some other characters from the series and that added to the fun. This is a clean, sweet Regency story with a thread of faith that winds all the way through it. I’m ready to read through this series again, and at the same time, looking forward to the next one from this author.
I received a copy of this book from the publisher. All opinions are my own.
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5 out of 5 stars
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- 6 years ago
I was quite literally dying to get my hands on this book. Hunter has a way of making me fall in love with characters and she’s done it from the first book of hers I picked up. I loved Jess right away and was hoping she would finally get her own story. She is such a fun and completely unique character and I couldn’t wait to get to know her even more. Hunter took me by surprise as I had no way of guessing what was going to happen in this story. Just as unpredictable as Jess herself, so is this book. Derek was also a one of a kind character and I found him easy to love. I enjoyed his interest in life and history, even if he might often come across as a know it all. Once you get to know him as I have you’ll know what I mean. Hunter had me laughing in one chapter and holding my breath in the next. I could not wait to see what would happen, and was turning pages way too late into the night trying to find a place where I could actually put the book down. I would recommend this book to anyone who likes Historical Romance. I was blessed to read the first two books in the Haven Manor series, and although you don’t have to read them to enjoy this book, I totally recommend that you do. Otherwise you’ll be missing out on all the fun of seeing some of the main characters return. I received a copy of this book from Bethany House Publishers and was in no way forced to post a review. All opinions expressed are completely my own.