Love Finds You in Bethlehem, New Hampshire

What a wonderful surprise this book was. It was the first Love Finds You book I have read and also the first of Lauralee Bliss' books. I loved it. The New Hampshire mountain setting became a character all its own interacting with the main characters. Readers will long to visit Bethlehem, New Hampshire. The love story between two unlikely people, Sara McGee and Tom Haskins is tender. Readers will find themselves wishing Tom and Sara would just talk about things instead of making so many assumptions. However, that is what makes them human and the story endearing. Tom Haskins has a wonderful life for himself. He is beginning to receive notoriety for his paintings, lives comfortably in his hometown. He has everything except a wife. He advertises for one. Sara McGee has a few precious items that belonged to her mother, and not much else. Her response to Tom's advertisement isn't even penned by her, for she cannot read or write. Theirs is an unlikely relationship and a beautiful love story. The characters are strong, flawed, and faithful. The scenery is beautiful. Grab a cup of hot chocolate, a cozy blanket, and curl up on your favorite couch for a good winter read.

Love Finds You in Bethlehem, New Hampshire is a good read. The author does a wonderful job of taking the reader into the setting. She pens Bethlehem as a delightful place, one I wouldn't mind visiting. I've taken a few painting classes and enjoyed her hero, who is a painter. The author is so good at describing the tools and tricks of his trade that I wondered if she's a painter also. I could almost smell the oil paint. You'll be rooting for the heroine from moment one, hoping and praying that life will turn around for her. Tha author built such a sweetheart of a character with deep faith in God who's placed in a world that's not always friendly, especially to those down on their luck. If you're a historical romance fan, this one is sure to please.

Accomplished artist Tom Haskins places a newspaper ad for a bride. He envisions his bride-to-be as a refined and educated young woman. Sara McGee is neither When Tom meets Sara at the train station, it's obvious to him that he can't marry Sara. But he sees her needs and takes Sara to his home where his sister can help her to learn how to be accepted in Bethlehem's society. Will Tom's first impression of Sara change while he continues his search for a bride? Will Sara stay where she is ridiculed or will she return to her New York City where she lives on the street? This book is a sweet love story with some characters you'll love and some you won't love as much. The setting descriptions are well done and put the New Hampshire snow-covered mountains firmly in your imagination

I highly recommend this warm and inviting story by Lauralee Bliss. The characters are believable and interesting and the storyline unfolds to a wonderful ending.

Ms. Bliss has crafted an unforgettable Christmas love story, set in -where else?--Bethlehem. New Hampshire, that is. Set in the snow-capped White Mountains in 1890 with romantic sleigh-rides, breath-taking imagery and powerful emotion, Love finds you in Bethlehem, New Hampshire delivers a sweeping romance that keeps the reader guessing until the last page how two souls as different and yet the same as artist Tom Haskins and Sara McGee, the New York City orphan, will forge a life together. Each character, from romantic rival Annabelle Loving to Claire Haskins, Tom's devoted sister, to an assortment of supporting cast, lends dimension to this tale of two different worlds coming together in love. Can Tom overcome superficial prejudices to see a soul rich in the important things? Can Sara find the pluck and courage to overcome socio-economic disadvantage and find confidence to be the bride of a world-class artist? This rags-to-riches tale left me turning the pages to find the answers. I read it in one day, which is unusual for me. I found I could relate to the heroine's plight more than most romances with Bliss's careful and authentic rendering. She had me crying by page 33, and uplifted and satisfied with an inspiring conclusion. A must-read for your holiday season, or any time.