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A Lady Unrivaled

A Lady Unrivaled 
By Roseanna M. White


This is the first book I have read from Roseanna White and let me start off by saying that I have found my new favorite Christian historical fiction author! I picked this book from my blogger review program thinking that it was a stand alone novel. When I received it, I was a bit disappointed to find out that it is the last installment in a trilogy. I don't like reading books out of order because I feel like a puzzle with missing pieces. However, the author did an amazing job with the plot and piecing the story together that I was able to pick up the story without feeling lost. 
The heroine, Lady Ella, is a friendly, down to earth, spunky young woman with an easy smile. She is determined to keep her brother, the Duke of Nottingham and her sister-in-law away from the danger the fire eyes diamonds carry with them and bring upon whoever possess them. James Azerley, the Earl of Cayton, has already broken the hearts of two women, including his late wife. He is determined to prove himself a changed man. However, when he meets the beautiful redhead, sister of the Duke of Nottingham, he is easily attracted. Feeling incapable of loving another woman without breaking her heart, Lord Cayton tries to distance himself from Lady Ella. But when his childhood "friend",the greedy and dangerous Lord Rushworth arrives uninvited seeking the diamonds, Cayton must keep Lady Ella away from danger at all costs. 
Lady Ella is the type of character I would love to meet in real life and could easily be friends with. She is head-strong, funny, caring and always smiling no matter the situation. I am a big fan of historical fiction, my favorite eras being 1700s-early 1900s. I especially enjoy plots taking place in Europe (the English and Scottish cultures being my favorites!) Roseanna, masterfully brought the WW1 period back to life, reminiscent of Downton Abbey (I'm also a huge fan of theirs). I noticed other reviews assimilating Downton Abbey to A Lady Unrivaled- while both have the time period and location in common, I personally think each story has unique elements worthy of being noticed. I enjoyed every page of the novel. I especially loved that Roseanna incorporated a powerful and encouraging message throughout the book: the hope we have in our LORD Jesus Christ through His precious love and sacrifice. Throughout the novel, we see Lady Ella and Lord Cayton struggling at times but holding unto that hope and faith we have in God. Yes, the novel is entertaining and enjoyable but with a message that transcends everything else. 5/5 and 10/10. 
I received a copy of this book from Bethany House in exchange for my honest review. Thank you, BH!     

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