A Feeling of Home - (Redemption's Light) by Susan Anne Mason (Paperback)

4.5 stars "After last night I doubt we'll need anything from you ever again." Ultimatums are rarely a good thing, but grief makes people say things they later regret. Isabelle Waldrop scorned Dr. Mark Henshaw for remaining with his patient at the Bennington Place Maternity Home when her mother's life hung in the balance, and ultimately lost. Tragically, her mother's death was only the beginning of a downward spiral for Isabelle and her sister Marissa. Were it not for the kindness of a household servant, the two once wealthy young women would have faced homelessness. "For me, being a doctor isn't simply a job or a way to make money. It's a vocation . .. a calling to serve my fellow citizens regardless of their social status." Mark could scarcely believe his eyes when he literally collided with the lovely Isabelle Waldrop seeking employment as an hospital laundress. Surely things hadn't grown that dire, but apparently they had. Cautiously offering his help, Mark and Isabelle begin to forge a totally different kind of relationship . . . friends . .but could it become more? Apparently there were more obstacles in the way than either of them could have foreseen. His brother and her sister. This story has such a luxurious word flow! Pairing humble circumstances with a desire to follow God's calling for their lives, the characters stutter and struggle against what at times seem to be insurmountable odds . . . except for faith. . . . and a humble spirit . . . and the courage to admit mistakes. . . perhaps multiple times. Thankfully the result being . . . that elusive feeling of home. I received a copy of this book from the author and publisher. The opinions stated above are entirely my own.

It's a lovely ending to a lovely series. Susan Anne Mason deftly infuses Canadian history with faith and sweet romance. It was interesting to see 1944 through Canadian perspective and I really enjoyed getting to know Dr Henshaw better. The way that medicine and the medical hierarchy worked during this period was also fascinating to learn about. Dr Mark Henshaw is as upright, compassionate, thoughtful, tender and faithful as he appeared in the previous books, if not more so. Isabelle comes off harsh and haughty in the beginning, but her soft loving heart breaks through her grief and disappointment to be a beacon to others around her. Mark and Isabelle's perseverance and fortitude to find their dream, even in the midst of terrible circumstances, is encouraging. I really enjoyed seeing Olivia, Darius, and Jane from the previous books as secondary characters in this story. I received the book from the publisher and was under no obligation to post a positive comment. All opinions are my own.

What a wonderful conclusion to the Redemption’s Light series. Although it can be read as a stand-alone I suggest you won’t want to miss the previous books and getting to know recurring characters as I enjoyed the whole series. Ms Mason has a way of drawing you into the story and making you feel like you are part of the characters lives. I admired the strength and tenacity that Isabelle showed after losing her parents, her home, her finances, and then had to find a job to care for her younger sister. I loved that this series deals with a maternity home in 1944 and shows women have ethical options when given love and support. The Faith thread is woven in beautifully and shows that even in the midst of storms God is still with us working out a plan better than we can imagine. Forgiveness is a major theme as well as family and finding love. I hate to let this series go as I personally have enjoyed it from the beginning. I highly recommend reading and enjoying. I received a complimentary copy from the author/publisher. The honest review and opinions are my own and were not required.