1. A Distance Too Grand #1
    Regina Scott
    Revell / 2019 / Trade Paperback
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  1. Amy C
    VA
    Age: 35-44
    Gender: female
    4 Stars Out Of 5
    A Distance Too Grand
    October 17, 2019
    Amy C
    VA
    Age: 35-44
    Gender: female
    Quality: 4
    Value: 4
    Meets Expectations: 4
    A Distance Too Grand is the first installment to the American Wonders Collection by Regina Scott. I enjoyed Meg and Ben's story. It was sweet and heartwarming. I reading about their adventures and learning some history of photography. They, also, get themselves into some danger, mystery and suspense. I love the power of faith and inspiration.

    A Distance Too Grand gets four and a half stars from me. I highly recommend this beautiful and clean read.

    I received this book from the publisher. This review is 100% my own honest opinion.
  2. LifeofLiterature
    Gender: female
    4 Stars Out Of 5
    Great Setting, Okay Characters
    October 16, 2019
    LifeofLiterature
    Gender: female
    Quality: 4
    Value: 3
    Meets Expectations: 3
    I liked the historical setting and the creative premise of this book. The descriptions of the scenes were well done and it made it easy to imagine the background. I liked the details about traveling in the rugged frontier and the tools Meg used for her photography. I usually like strong, independent females, but I think Meg came across as arrogant and superficial most of the time and I did not really care for her as a main character. I also thought the plot moved slowly, especially at the beginning of the novel. I liked Hank and Dot but the other secondary characters were confusing and I had trouble keeping them straight. However, the romance was clean and I liked the spiritual messages. Overall, the book was good and I would recommend it to those who like simple, historical fiction.

    I received a complimentary copy of this book from Revell Publishing. Opinions expressed in this review are entirely my own.
  3. Blooming with Books
    Bloomer, WI
    Age: 35-44
    Gender: female
    4 Stars Out Of 5
    Delight to read
    October 14, 2019
    Blooming with Books
    Bloomer, WI
    Age: 35-44
    Gender: female
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    A Distance Too Grand

    American Wonders Collection #1

    By Regina Scott

    Meg Pero has been her father's assistant from the time she was eight years old and capturing a moment in time has become her passion. With her father's death, she is determined to fulfill the last contract that he signed with the US Army. If she can capture the perfect image with her cameras she can start making a name for herself and secure her future. There is just one problem the US Army isn't prepared to take a single unaccompanied young lady on a survey expedition of the Grand Canyon's North Rim. And she'll have to appeal to the leader of said expedition if she hopes to join it. Too bad she broke Ben Coleridge's heart when he asked her to marry him.

    Captain Ben Coleridge has no choice in the matter - he has to take Meg Pero with him if he has any hope of getting the North Rim survey done before winter sets in. He needs a photographer to journal the survey and unfortunately, Meg is the only one available with necessary skills. In addition to commanding the survey expedition, Ben has another mission one that he is not at liberty to share with those accompanying him. Months ago his father Colonel Coleridge never returned from a similar route and Ben needs to determine what happened. Why did his father never return?

    A Distance Too Grand is an exploration of the unknown - 1871 finds the country still recovering from the wounds of war. Travel into the vast wilderness for pleasure is unheard of and most have never seen an image of the Grand Canyon. It is into this world that Meg Pero fights to capture and not with a phone but with equipment that needs its own wagon for transport. Images captured in a moment not happening rather minutes are required to preserve a view.

    Travel is limited by the wagons they bring with them and the willingness of their mules and horses to carry their additional supplies as well as most members of the expedition. One would be hard-pressed to imagine just what it was to live in such a manner but Regina Scott gives the words life so that one gets a glimpse of the dangers and efforts that such an undertaking entailed. I can't say that the hard-living has much appeal to me, but the awe at getting the first glimpse at the untouched and unknown glory of that they came upon would be a feeling one can only hope to experience.

    The pacing is good and most of the characters are likable. The descriptive detailing of the various settings is perfect in bringing the scene to life, at least in this reader's opinion. If you are a fan of Historical American fiction this is one you'll want to add to your TBR list. I like it when a book makes me want to delve deeper into what it has shared and this one certainly does that on several topics - early photography and surveying of the Grand Canyon.

    I was provided a complimentary copy of this book by the publisher with no expectations but that I provide my honest opinion - all thoughts expressed are my own.
  4. Suzie
    Nashville, TN
    Age: 35-44
    Gender: female
    4 Stars Out Of 5
    Wonderful Series Debut
    October 8, 2019
    Suzie
    Nashville, TN
    Age: 35-44
    Gender: female
    Quality: 4
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 4
    In Regina Scott's Revell publishing debut, readers can expect descriptive narration of both the scenery and Meg's photography process in addition to history, romance, and a touch of suspense.

    A Distance too Grand has so much depth, the plot of this book doesn't lag even when there's not a whole lot happening. Add in the wonderful characters, and Scott has given readers a real gem in novel format.

    Meg is impulsive, headstrong and independent. Ben is a strong leader but quiet and steadfast (and doesn't that make for the perfect fit for Meg?). Even the supporting characters are individual and (mostly) likable.

    Who else can't wait to discover where Scott takes us next in her American Wonders series?

    Disclosure statement:

    I receive complimentary books from publishers, publicists, and/or authors, including NetGalley. I am not required to write positive reviews. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255.

  5. Betsy
    Age: 55-65
    Gender: Female
    4 Stars Out Of 5
    Travel to the Grand Canyon!
    October 7, 2019
    Betsy
    Age: 55-65
    Gender: Female
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 4
    Sit back, relax, and enjoy a trip to the Grand Canyon in 1871! In Regina Scott's A Distance Too Grand you, the reader, feel like you are transported back in time and placed in the middle of an adventure filled with mystery, danger, and second chance romance. Though I have never been to the Grand Canyon myself, the vividly descriptive words penned by Ms. Scott made feel like I was right there in the scene experiencing life on an Army surveying expedition. Although the pace of the story seemed to move slowly at times, the very nature of the plot involving photography, geography, and topography would seem off if it were rushed along. I loved the hero and heroine, but also the varied personalities of the supporting characters. All in all, a beautiful novel, both in description and storyline, well worth your time. I heave enjoyed everything I have read from this author and am looking forward to the next book in the series. Well done!

    I received an ARC from NetGalley and was not required to write a positive review. All opinions expressed are my own.

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