Book Review: Refuge of the Heart by Ruth Logan Herne

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What is this book about?

District Attorney Mitchell Sanderson wanted for nothing and lost everything in a tragic accident. A dogged worker, Mitch’s conviction rate earned him respect and trust. Now up for re-election, Mitch’s law-and-order persona makes him a shoo-in candidate. But when faith, conscience and love of a troubled refugee ripple the smooth waters of his existence, can Mitch risk everything for love?

Magdalena Serida fought her way out of the terrors of a government-quelled insurgent uprising in Chechnya. The church-sponsored refugee knows the horrors of war first-hand. Now in America with her five-year-old sister, Lena is uncertain who to trust. Her Christian faith has maintained her through the loss of her family, but when Mitch Sanderson shows interest, Lena longs to take a chance. Should she open herself up to this man of law and order, a man who imprisons women like her? Or slip quietly back into the shadowed fringe of anonymity?

But choices slip away when Mitch’s friend spews half-truths about Lena, rumors that cost Mitch his new love and possibly the election. Can he find his way to a faith deep enough to love again, and to offer Lena the refuge of his heart?

My review:

From the moment I met Lena and her sister I was drawn into their lives. The obvious love between the two coupled with Lena’s deep faith and strong character made me wish that I knew more people in like them in real life.

At first Mitchell seems to be an almost flawless upstanding man. But as he spends more time in the light of the Serida girl’s sincerity and kindness, he takes a deeper look at himself and discovers something lacking.

The journey of healing for Lena and of growth for Mitchell becomes intertwined as they discover a more meaningful love than they ever expected. It was an emotional ride.

What I enjoyed most about this book:

That the story grabbed my emotions and was a page turner.

What I didn’t like about this book:

Nothing.

Would I recommend this book to others? Absolutely. Great characters and a very emotional page turner. This is a standalone story.

Note: I received this book complimentary from a giveaway. I was not required to give a review. All of the opinions I have expressed here are honest and my own.

Where can I learn more about this author and their books?

Ruth Logan Herne, author website

-Loraine Nunley

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