Sweet Sanctuary by Kim Vogel Sawyer

Back Cover:

Lydia Eldredge longs to provide a sanctuary for her son, Nicky. But a constant threat comes from Nicky's drug-addicted father, who wants the boy and seems willing to do whatever it takes to get him.

Dr. Micah Hatcher serves the immigrant population in Queens, but under cover of darkness he provides another service that must not be discovered lest his and his brother's lives be in danger.

When Lydia and Micah's paths cross, they are suddenly wrapped up in each other's callings. Through unforeseen twists and turns, they seek a refuge of safety--for Nicky, for themselves, and for the needy people God unexpectedly puts in their lives.

Review:

I do really have a thing for historical romance novels. I admit it. I also will admit that Sweet Sanctuary was a total hit with me.

Taking place during WW2, Lydia Eldredge is raising her son in Boston. In New York, Dr. Micah Hatcher is ministering to the poor immigrants fleeing to America. Their paths have crossed before, when Lydia was a nurse. And now they are thrown together again.

The storyline was great, albeit a wee be far-fetched, but still easy to believe. There was one part of the story where we watch a man dealing with drug withdrawal. It was an eye opening scene, as I had never read in detail what a drug withdrawal was like.

The characters were enjoyable to discover. Micah fits the hero description perfectly, and Lydia the strong-willed, but lovely heroine. They captured my attention and drew me into their world.

Kim Vogel Sawyer did a great job with this novel. (Also, I loved the fact that it was a single novel! I have been reading way too many series these days – I love a happy ending with no cliffhangers!) Sweet Sanctuary will be staying on my shelf for a future re-read!


Book has been provided courtesy of Baker Publishing Group and Graf-Martin Communications, Inc.
Available at your favourite bookseller from Bethany House, a division of Baker Publishing Group.