With She Walks in Beauty, multiple Christy Award finalist Siri Mitchell shows why she's acclaimed as one of Christian fiction's clearest and most original voices. As Clara Carter's social debut looms in 1890s New York City, the spotlight turns her into a society-page darling. Yet her new status rings hollow. When a man appears who seems to love her for who she is, Clara must choose the kind of life she really wants. But after a gossip backlash turns ugly, Clara's future and that of her own family depend on how shrewdly she plays the game.
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"I really like this book. I wasn't overly excited about all the balls and dinner parties and stuff. However, I loved how the story always went back to the fact that God loves us just as we are. And I love the hymn that Clara's mother used to sing before she died. I'm glad that she ended up with Harry... I expected it though. Some parts were a little predictable, but all in all it was a good read." — Jeannette (4 out of 5 stars)
"I really like this book. I wasn't overly excited about all the balls and dinner parties and stuff. However, I loved how the story always went back to the fact that God loves us just as we are. And I love the hymn that Clara's mother used to sing before she died. I'm glad that she ended up with Harry... I expected it though. Some parts were a little predictable, but all in all it was a good read."
“Mitchell’s new historical novel, set in Gilded Age New York, is filled with romance, adventure, and amazing characters. Her protagonists are strong in spirit and their faith.”
“Mitchell’s story is well researched, with fascinating details, and Clara is a complex character…Those who love historicals can have their fill…Mitchell delivers the historical goods.”
" I enjoyed it. Yes it was a free Kindle book, so I might not have bought it to read, but it was a good chick book. :o) "
" I wish I could give this 4.5 stars. It was a really good read reminiscent of the "Luxe" series, but more enjoyable and lighthearted. I recommend it to anyone who liked this series or is interested in the gilded age of New York City. "
" I do love a good historical fiction romance. Especially the ones with a spiritual message tied into them. This one only had a hint of religion in it and I would have liked to have seen the main character grow a little more through a better relationship with The Lord through her relationship with her more spiritually aware suitor, Harry. "
" Yet another Kindle freebie! As is typical with most "Christian" lit, I had the plot figured out long before the protagonist did. Still, it was an enjoyable read about a woman preparing for her debut in the Victorian era and being none too happy about it. Not too preachy, which was a pleasant surprise. "
" I really liked this story. It started out a little slow and really detailed but then it picked up really quickly. IT was a book I was constantly finding the time to read. I love the moral of the story and the lead character is a strong intelligent woman. Enjoy! "
" HISTORICAL FICTION. Also a romance with some depth. "
" This book starts out a little stiff and slow. When it warms up it becomes much more interesting but I wish I could have seen more of the end (although I know, it is probably better imagined.) "
" This is my favorite Siri Mitchell book! You really fall in love with the characters and root for one in particular to get the girl! It is a good Christian romance and has an awesome historical New York setting. "
" Well written. Informative. Interesting. I got a little bored with perhaps one too many dinner parties, but other than that, this is Siri Mitchell at her finest. "
" Hitorical Christian Romance. Loved the book. I learned some things as well as enjoying the story. Very good moral to the story as well. No preaching at all. Very well done. "
" It was so cliche, but I have to admit, I don't really mind it. It heart-breaking times, times of jubilation, and times of anger. I loved it, but it's not really for those who can't stand mushy romance. "
" I enjoy books set in this era, and this one did not dissapoint. I enjoyed the stories and the characters. "
" Wow! This story was great. From the cover I was afraid it would be a really big, steamy romance - but it wasn't! I loved reading about the culture and society back then! Siri did a great job!! "
" A charming and thought-provoking tale about life as a girl in the 1880's. I felt like it showed me how life REALLY was for a young debutante. Well written, romantic, engrossing, occasionally dark, and with some Christian undertones. "
" This was a good historical romance with some mystery as well. "
" Another book about a girl coming out in the late 1800s. Just about as good as every other one. "
" It was a good historical romance. Not super interesting though. I enjoyed it nonetheless. It wasn't preachy and I love the properness of the era I have to admit! "
" A very well written, enjoyable read. "
" LOOOOVED this book, very good read! Reminded me a bit of Pride & Prejudice with an American debutante twist. Love when the free Kindle books turn out to be gems! "
" Cute novel. The setting 1890s in NYC with all the luxury of the guilded age and the poverty of the Bowery.... "
" cute easy read. funny, kindof predictable, but i enjoyed it:) "
" I really enjoyed this book. It is my favorite time period, so I may be a bit biased. It was full of romance and time period elements that will both intrigue and disgust you. I loved the characters and the classic choice of what is expected of you vs. true love. "
" An enjoyable and enlightening read about the NYC high society during its Gilded Age era. I got this book as a freebie on Kindle and was pleasantly surprised by its quality. "
" Out of all of Mitchell's books, this is my favorite. Her accurancy in historical fiction is flawless, and she creates a very real representation of the time period. Her characters are endearing, with layered personalities and motives that make a wonderful story. "
" This was a fun read. I didn't think I would like it at first but I was literally hooked after the first few chapters. This is really a sad story hidden in a comming of age tale. Glad I read it. "
Siri Mitchell graduated from the University of Washington with a business degree and worked in various levels of government. As a military spouse, she has lived all over the world, including Paris and Tokyo. As an award-winning author, many of her books were Christy Award finalists and ACFW Carol Award finalists. Her novel She Walks in Beauty won the inaugural INSPY Award for Historical Fiction. Mitchell lives in the DC metro area.
Suzy Jackson is an Earphones Award–winning audiobook narrator whose readings include several novels by Charlane Harris, Jodi Picoult, and M. L. N. Hanover. She was co-winner of an Audie Award in 2018 for Best Multi-Voiced Performance.
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