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Forged in Love by Mary Connealy
3.0
 Thank you to NetGalley and Bethany House Publishers for this ARC. All opinions are my own. 

This first book in a new series by Mary Connealy is about Mariah, a blacksmith in the late 1800s who’s trying to overcome tragedy. 

With a deadly gang trying to make Mariah disappear, Clint, the town’s restaurant owner, is determined to protect Mariah and finally reveal his feelings for her. 

This was a cute story with elements of danger and friendship. 

What I liked about this story: 

  • The unexpected start to the story that made me want to continue reading 
  • The protective nature of Clint towards Mariah 
  • Mariah and her strong friend group of women living outside of society’s expectations 
  • Multiple point of views 
  • Christian faith elements 

What I didn’t like about the story: 

  • Inconsistencies within the plot 
  • The lack of romance or chemistry between Clint and Mariah 
  • The way the ending played out 
  • The pacing 

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