Brides of Minnesota is a book that pulls you in immediately. When the book starts on wood saying, "oh to be on land again, to feel safe." but would she ever feel safe again? What a beginning to grab you in, Isn't it? This book is exciting and delightful and downright enjoyable, Elaborate, entertaining, and fascinating. The one thing that I loved the most about this book is that it wasn't afraid to show their love for the LORD, nor should day, Amen? I really love this book and I hope when you get this book you will too. I received a copy of this book from the Publisher and Netgalley; all the opinions expressed in this review are all my own.

Brides of Minnesota is a book that pulls you in immediately. When the book starts on wood saying, "oh to be on land again, to feel safe." but would she ever feel safe again? What a beginning to grab you in, Isn't it? This book is exciting and delightful and downright enjoyable, Elaborate, entertaining, and fascinating. The one thing that I loved the most about this book is that it wasn't afraid to show their love for the LORD, nor should day, Amen? I really love this book and I hope when you get this book you will too. I received a copy of this book from the Publisher and Netgalley; all the opinions expressed in this review are all my own.

In Lena Nelson Dooley's Brides of Minnesota, the brothers of the Jenson family are the focus of an intriguing trilogy of novellas. In addition to hearing about each brother's experience finding a wife, we also learn about the challenges faced by Swedish immigrants in Minnesota.

The three stories are "The Other Brother," "His Brother's Castoff" and "Double Deception." I believe "Double Deception" is my favorite of the three stories.

Overall, the stories were enjoyable and consistent. Dooley did a good job of illuminating and describing the changes brought about by relocating so far to begin a new life. There was also a clear message of faith, which I always value. However, I thought the "tell not show" element of storytelling weighed down a lot of the narrative.

I liked the trilogy as a whole, especially since they were connected and focused on the same family.

You'll like Brides of Minnesota if you're looking for a book with a consistent theme running through all the stories.

I received an advanced review copy of this book from NetGalley. All opinions are my own and I am voluntarily leaving this review.