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Tracie Peterson takes us back to 1899 when the Sante Fe Railway ran through San Marcial, New Mexico. She shows us hard-working men on the railway, the struggle of balancing faith with life, and the drudgery of running a hotel. We are introduced to new foods, and get to see the grace of God at work in Along the Rio Grande.
Learning the facts about Along the Rio Grande
Tracie Peterson brings together history and a tale of romance in Along the Rio Grande. At 304 pages this softcover is an easy read. It is book one in the series Love on the Sante Fe. The story tells the tale of Susanna Jenkins, her parents, and her brother and how they were caused to run a hotel for her uncle. You’ll see God in action in the lives of Susanna and her family. Bethany House is the publisher and you’ll find copies in kindle, audio and paperback.
I am reviewing on behalf of Nuts About Books.
Digging Deeper
Along the Rio Grande is a Christian historical romance bringing us back to the days of the Sante Fe Railway. We’ll read about the men working in the yards, and the hotels and restaurants set up along the way to serve both the traveler and the working man.
Susanna and her family are sent to run a brand new hotel in San Marcial in New Mexico. They’ve never run a hotel before and have much to learn. This book is heavier on the romantic details than it is on the history, but never-the-less we do learn about the population of San Marcial and the challenges of working the line.
The chapter headings are simple with little ornamention.
Character development was great. Oh my, but I disliked her parents and numerous times wanted to give them a good shaking. God’s intervention in their lives felt a bit too “pat”. Not really sure how else to put that. But suffice it to say, they both learned important things about themselves and that was fantastic to read about.
Is this one to read?
If you love the writings of Tracie Peterson and/or love reading Christian historical romance, or just plain love reading a romance without the steamier side of things, Along the Rio Grande will be a perfect fit for you.
I thought for sure I had reviewed some of her works before but found zip on my blog, but her writing feels so familiar. Perhaps it is due to some of the other historical romances I have read.
- Until Leaves Fall in Paris.
- Car Chapel Bride.
- A Lady in Attendance.
- When Twilight Breaks.
- The Accidental Guardian.
Okay – you have piqued my interest since this is a NM setting. We drive through the area San Marcial was in when going from my parent’s place to Albuquerque. It sounds like it could be an enjoyable read. I may go looking at the library for it.