The Lady's Mine: A Lighthearted Christian Romance Novel set in the 1870s California Gold Rush Hardcover – February 8, 2022

Francine Rivers is a masterful storyteller. The Lady’s Mine has it all- mystery, intrigue and most of all love. An easy read that I did not want to put down!

I have been a fan of Francine Rivers’ books for years. Her novels are always well-researched and beautifully plotted with characters that touch the heart. The Lady’s Mine was a bit different from her other historical novels, but in a good way. The setting of a late 1800s California mining town came to life for me. It was if I could hear the goings on at the fandango halls and saloons and experience the scents that were part of the day 😉 . Along with the vivid setting, the characters soon captured my heart. Kathryn Walsh is a determined young woman sent west by her family for the crimes of holding convictions and speaking her mind — something not accepted in high-brow Boston of the period. She lands in Calvada to take possession of an inheritance left her uncle. Bets are soon placed by the men of Calvada as to how long a lady like Kathryn will last in the rough town. An unworked mine and a printing press are the main things left to her, and she soon begins to upset those all around her. I loved the light hand that Rivers used in this novel. There are some serious themes that run through the book, as well as some hard facts surrounding the life of Calvada, especially for women, but Rivers creates a refreshingly charming read. Yes, life was hard. Yes, injustice seemed to dog the peoples’ lives. And yes, Kathryn received censure, ridicule, and even threats for her opinions in her uncle’s revived newspaper. But there were also scenes of hope and joy and romance, with not a little bit of humor thrown in. My book club chose to discuss The Lady’s Mine, and it created more conversation than we have had in a long time. The historical setting, the roles of women and their place in society, as well as the twists and turns the plot took gave us a lot to talk about.I very much enjoyed The Lady’s Mine. It was a charming read that I was sorry to see end. Highly recommended!Highly Recommended.Audience: adults.(I purchased this book from Amazon. All opinions expressed are mine alone.)

I love Francine Rivers! She is an amazing storyteller. She has always been my favorite author so I was surprised that I couldn't really get into this book. It took me a very long time to finish. There were aspects of the story that disappointed me. I thought that the main character would reconnect with her mother at some point. I guess her character seemed unbelievable to me. It's hard to pinpoint what felt off.

This is a delightful read! Refreshing with a strong female role model in a place and time where women were not given such considerations. I highly recommend it!

I highly recommend it!!! I loved how easy of a read it was, and I couldn't put the book down!!

I always enjoy books by Francine Rivers. She brings ideas to life. Her characters are engaging and her books are filled with emotion and energy. The Lady's Mine did not disappoint. I found myself caught up in the story and didn't want it to end.

This novel just keeps on drawing one into the details of the story. Wonderfully written. What a gift she has.

I love Francine Rivers' books and have them all!

I have enjoyed all of the books by Francine Rivers. The stubbornness of the main character sometimes seemed to go over the edge perhaps to add more drama to the story, but it also kept me involved with reading know the outcome.It was satisfying to have the story continue after the couple got together. A very interesting read.

I love Francine rivers, as a Christian I love reading books for reinstating my faith, she’s such a beautiful author

Francine Rivers vuelve a tener otro hit monumental con su story-telling de novela que esta muy espectacular, facil de leer y bella de sumergirse.

I loved reading it.

Thoroughly enjoyed it!!A book that left a warm goodbye - one that I was sad to put down ♥️Thank you Francine!