Jennifer Hudson Taylors novel, Highland Blessings, brings a new twist to the classic Romeo and Juliet plot. Bryce MacPherson sweeps Akira MacKenzie off her feet on her wedding day. Two problems: Bryce is not the groom, and he belongs to the MacKenzies enemy clan. His father made a pact with the chief of the MacKenzie clan for an arranged marriage between Bryces brother and Akira, but after his fathers death, Bryces brother rejected the arrangement in bitterness. Now, Bryce intends to finish what his father started. As circumstances change, and as members of their clans plot against them, Bryce and Akira must unravel more than one mystery, including the mystery of love.
Despite a clichéd premise, Highland Blessings truly blesses the reader with masterfully created characters and intriguing plots. Progressing at a steady pace, the novel easily keeps the readers attention. Readers can relate to Bryce and Akira, characters that dont put on masks. The two are realistic and imperfect characters who embrace and learn from life. Bryce deals with his pride, struggles to help his people accept Akira, and works to act as the leader, husband, and man God created him to be. Meanwhile, Akira tries to stay strong in her faith, accepting Gods will over her own and forgiving Bryce for his brash actions.
Highland Blessings teaches readers to look for Gods peace in the middle of trouble, For it is God who works in you to will and to act according to his good purpose (Philippians 2:13). With its picturesque setting, strong characters, and inspiring spiritual themes, the book makes a blessed read for any fan of Christian romance novels. Harmony Wheeler, www.ChristianBookPreviews.com
