(I received a review copy of this book from Bethany House Publishing)
Where Hope prevails is a quaint charmer set in the Rocky Mountains of Canada. Young teacher Elizabeth Thatcher returns to the town where she was teacher the year before to find several changes-some she likes and some...take adjusting to.
The characters in this book follow their moral compass. My favorite of them all is boardinghouse owner Molly, she's so old-fashioned and sweet. She's the wise old sage Beth turns to when she needs advice.
Beth struggles with the new male teacher because he believes in a secular classroom and she believes in teaching religion. I don't really understand why she is so against him, he's serious, but she acts like he's poisoning the kids when he just wants to teach them the facts. On the other hand, the book tries to make you see things through Beth's Christian eyes and heart, and why she feels the way she teaches is so important. While I don't always agree, it doesn't effect my overall opinion of the book.
I consider myself pretty liberal, but I still found the book a pleasant read. I can put aside the politics to enjoy the story for what it is : A young ambitious teacher, a long distance love, a cozy mining town, and a range of delightful characters. A safe read for all ages.
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