Fiction Friday | Book Review of Love on the Horizon by Penny Zeller

Today I am reviewing Love on the Horizon by Penny Zeller.

Book description:

A fresh start. An unexpected chance at love.

Magnolia “Mags” Davenport has not had an easy life. Determined to leave behind painful memories, she decides, on a whim, to move halfway across the country to Horizon, Idaho, a town she’s never before heard of. What should be a simple escape to a new life turns into an adventure she never imagined. From dangerous train rides to a stagecoach robbery, Mags wonders if she’ll ever reach her destination. When she finally sets foot in the small town filled with friendly people and a slightly aggravating, but kind and handsome man who needs spectacles, will she find the new beginning her heart craves?

Four things matter most in Timothy Shepherdson’s life—faith, family, farming, and food. Content as a farmer and uncle to his passel of nieces and nephews, Timothy isn’t interested in courtship or romance, especially since none of the women with their caps set for him can cook. What should be a simple trip into town changes everything after a case of mistaken identity. Timothy finds himself not only under the ire of newcomer Magnolia Davenport, but immensely intrigued when he learns she’s opening a bakery. Can he convince the wary baker to both forgive and give him a second chance?

Take a trip to Horizon, Idaho, in this tender romance that reminds us that God is the author of new beginnings.

**Please note: Love on the Horizon is a faith-filled Christian historical romance.**

My Review:

I loved this book and didn’t want to stop reading and at times was laughing so much I was almost crying. Can’t tell you what had me laughing but if you read it, I think you will be laughing as well.

This book is the 4th book in the series but again if you haven’t read the previous books you will still be able to follow along. This is Timothy Shepherdson’s story. Timothy is living on his own farm now. He is happy being single and doting on his many nephews and nieces. He also need glasses as he has trouble seeing long distance.

Magnolia (Mags) Davenport is our heroine who hasn’t had an easy life since her parents died when she was 12. She is leaving Chicago for somewhere new, moving halfway across the country deciding on Horizon Idaho. This journey isn’t without challenges and trials. She leaves her sister Phoebe with the promise of sending for her and her husband and baby when she’s settled. The journey has its own adventures which you will see when you read about them.

I will say her quick thinking does come in handy more than once on the trip ultimately helping others. Due to circumstances, she is asked what she will do in Horizons and she tells of her dream to open a bakery. Meanwhile Timothy is having his own issues with some young ladies setting their caps for him including one very bad cook. I do love the first interactions with the Timothy and Mags.

We also have another young boy Ozias, who Timothy wants to help who is a character. His whole family become a part of the story and I do like how the interactions happen. We see a lot of growth in Mags who’s use to being a survivor but not having people kind to her. She meets Timothys family who love each other and are so comfortable to be with. Mags is not use to being included and we see her internal struggles.

The faith journey is done well. It’s not an easy fix but what is needed. The book deals with abandonment issues, and insecurities issues. As I mentioned I loved the story, loved how the town supported Mags and accepted her. There are also the quirky characters that are in all the books that add to the humour. I am hoping down the track the young boy Ozias will get his own book. He is a fun character.

Another great book by Penny Zeller.