On Wings of Devotion

What a book! Roseanna M. White has done it once more with another amazing story. From the very beginning you are sucked in, unable to break away. Arabelle and Camden... where do I even begin? Roseanna writes in such a way you can't help but fall in love with her characters. The depth to all of them. I wanted to be best friends with Arabelle, she is such an amazing person and so inspiring. I found myself reflecting on my own life while reading their story. I want to be just as forgiving, just as good as Arabelle. And getting to know more about Camden was a wonderful journey. The Faith content Roseanna puts in her books is fantastic. And the humor! I just loved all of Arabelle's and Camden's witty comments. So many good quotes from this story! Getting to know more about the people who worked in Room 40 was great. I love all the history Roseanna puts in her books. Though it wasn't as strong in this story as in her others, it was there. The details she adds makes it feel like you are really there. The mystery element was intriguing and kept you guessing as to what was going to happen next? What were they planning? As you can tell I loved this faith filled story, showing forgiveness and second chances. It inspired you to have a deeper prayer life with God. To draw from His strength and not count on your own. I could not put this book down. It is 381 pages long and I read all but the last 80 pages in one day. In one sitting. It was just so good. I received this book for my honest review.

On Wings of Devotion by Roseanna White is the second book in her Codebreakers series. Philip Camden blames himself for the death of his whole flying squadron. Nurse Arabelle Denler sees Camden not as a “Black Heart” so much as a “hurting heart”. Together they will find healing, forgiveness and mercy. I loved how Ara stood up for herself and those she loved. The interaction and jokes between Ara and Camden were hysterical. I laughed out loud so many times throughout this book. There was a mystery in the story that kept you on the edge of your seat not knowing what to expect next. Roseanna again wove her love for the Lord through the story so beautifully. I can’t wait for the next book. I received this book from the author for my honest review.

A fantastic read! From the first intriguing lines to the promising last words, this story swept me up and rushed me directly into the halls and streets of WWII London. The characters were so well developed and consistent all the way through. I laughed at so many antics and cringed at others, loving how the author's descriptive style made me feel like I was there with them! I loved Arabelle, and loved cheering for her as she sought the Lord's will for using her in the lives of others. I cannot wait for Book 3, and was so excited to learn from the Author's Note that my guess regarding who our next hero and heroine will be was correct! Until then, grab yourself a copy of this one (and The Number of Love if you missed it!) and settle in for a satisfying read. [I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review. All opinions expressed are mine alone.]

This book. It took me a while to sit down and write this review, because this is likely one of the most meaningful, fiction books I've read in a while. I will begin by saying that I do like ALL things Roseanna M. White. She is a very talented and well-researched writer, which is something I have to say about all of her books. The chronologically best place to start reading, building up to this latest release, is about 2 series ago. That said, if you read nothing else she's ever written, this would be THE book to read. The characters in this book deal with such real and deep issues, and their individual and internal conflict seems not only real to the reader, but also authentic to the time and to their situations. This is not a clean and tidy, perfect boy meets perfect girl. The main character (Arabelle) struggles with feelings of abandonment and low self-esteem as even the main guy (Camden) describes her as "plain" upon their first meeting. Camden himself is dealing with deep issues stemming from war and an "adventurous" past, wherein he believes he is responsible for the deaths of the men in his company. Even more fascinating is the development of the antagonists, a kind of side development that is rather dark, but also very true to humanity on both sides of the war. This is much more than a historical romance. This book... it's something special, and the way it is written makes you feel every moment. I received a complimentary copy The Number of Love from the publishers. I was not required to provide a positive review. All opinions expressed are mine alone.

On Wings of Devotion by Roseanna M. White is a fantastic historical fiction book. Having read several of this author’s books, I was excited to read this one and was not disappointed in the least. Although second in The Codebreakers series, and there are characters from the first book in the series, The Number of Love, On Wings of Devotion can easily be read as a stand-alone book. It is a beautiful, captivating story of love, loss, broken relationships, and faith. With an expert pen and graceful characterization, the author once again brings readers into London’s codebreaking room and also into a hospital setting during WWI. There they are quickly pulled into the lives of Phillip, infamously known as Black Heart, and Arabelle, a wonderfully innocent young woman with a generous and compassionate spirit. The author has created vibrant characters, each with poignant backgrounds and with which readers will easily connect. I loved how the author skillfully wove their lives together into a compelling read with the intrigue and dangers of war, the friendships that are formed in difficult circumstances, and of course, the romance--ahh, the romance. Interest is kept high with lots of action and unexpected twists and reveals in the story. On Wings of Devotion is a book fans of WWI fiction will not want to miss. It is not only a story of friendships and love in wartime, but a story where individuals learn that their faith in God is valid and that He can be trusted even when things are very bleak. I received a complimentary copy of the book from the publisher and was not required to write a review. The opinions are my own.