A Hero Such as Heaven Intended
Heaven Intended Book 6
ISBN 9781987970777
ASIN B0FMJRGJYJ
With the reading of this volume it marks the seventh stand-alone work I have read by Amanda Lauer. I have read her contributions to anthologies numerous times. I have yet to read anything by here that was not excellent. And this one does an excellent job wrapping up this series.
I am not the typical target audience of this book or some of Lauer’s other offerings. But I have greatly enjoyed the writing in her books and specifically those I have read in this series. They are the type of books I would love my daughters and nieces to read. Good clean Christian Catholic fiction. I have also read Lauer’s Royal & Ancient series, at least the two available to date, which have a similar feel to this story. Her stories are well crafted and it is obvious that they are deeply researched and crisply written. This story and the other I have read are strong enough to stand on their own. I have read 3 of the 6 volumes in this series and each is strong enough to stand on their own, but together they are even better and I need to get back to reading those I have missed.
The description of this novel is:
“As the Civil War grinds on, Theresa Lundgren’s world unravels in besieged Atlanta. Trapped by encroaching Union forces, a desperate act costs her step-brother his life and forever alters her own, and that of Sergeant Joseph Laurent, a Cherokee soldier questioning his loyalty to the Union cause.
With the city under siege and their lives in jeopardy, can Theresa and Joseph bridge their divide to survive the war’s final assault? Or will the flames of conflict consume their chance at love?”
Their meeting at the scene of a crime is far from ideal. Theresa, an ambitious Southern spitfire, and Joseph, a man torn between conscription’s demands and his pacifist roots, couldn’t be more different. Yet, as Atlanta braces for General Sherman’s devastating March to the Sea, an unexpected bond forms between them, fueled by a shared faith, perilous circumstances, and perhaps something deeper.
About the author we are informed:
“Amanda Lauer is an award-winning author of 11 YA historical and time-travel novels, with a passion for crafting inspirational stories that resonate with young Catholic readers. Her work has earned the Catholic Writers Guild Seal of Approval for fidelity to Catholic teachings, as well as awards from the Catholic Media Association, Catholic Arts & Letters, Catholic Publishers Association, and Red Letter Awards. With 11 years as a published author, Amanda has built a dedicated readership through her engaging narratives and commitment to Catholic values. She is active in the Catholic writing community and regularly speaks at schools, parishes, and conferences to promote faith-based storytelling.”
Lauer does an excellent job writing her characters and having them express their Catholic faith. This is the story of Miss Theresa Lundgren and Sergeant Joseph Laurent both trying to find their place in the world. Both raised in the Catholic faith, but living it out very differently when they meet. They are both trapped in Atlanta while it is being destroyed by union forces in November of 1864. Neither appears to have stick allegiance to either side. Both have dreams and hopes for the future and they appear to be colliding. However Miss Theresa also has another suitor in the form of Major Johannes Andersen. And for the first time in a long time Theresa prays for guidance. It was enthralling to watch Theresa and Joseph try and do what is right, even if it put their own lives at risk.
This is historical fiction written large. Great action, high intrigue, life and death situations. The plot is intrigue and woven life a finely crafted crochet piece; the example of their faith stitches in and out throughout the story, the life of the two main characters, their close friend Hans Krauss. And the priest and pastor who helped them out along the way. oh and you will absolutely love the song at the end - pure genius.
I can easily state that this is a very entertaining read. It is a wonderful story in an excellent series. It is another outstanding read from Full Quiver and from the masterful pen of Lauer. But I cannot help but wonder if there will be a future volume where Major Johannes Andersen comes seeking his promised revenge. I can recommend this volume easily for teen, young adults and adults. A great read!
Note: This book is part of a series of reviews: 2025 Catholic Reading Plan!
Books by Amanda Lauer:
Anything But Groovy
Heaven Intended Series:
A World Such as Heaven Intended
A Life Such as Heaven Intended
A Freedom Such as Heaven Intended
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Royal & Ancient Series:
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Contributed to:
The Best is Yet to Come by Lorene Hanley Duquin
Living Virtuously by Erin Harrison
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