Benign Surrender: A Love Story

by A.K. Chenoweth

Maria Medcalf is a thoughtful, young Christian woman living in one of the most picturesque parts of Kent. It is the early 1800's and Maria is about to turn twenty-one. Her parents want her to marry well...very well. However, Maria wants to marry God's choice and to marry for love. One day they receive some unexpected news, which will ensure that the Medcalf's lives will never be the same again...
"This period love story is packed with anticipation. The reader quickly finds herself (or himself) settling into the life of the main character, who epitomises the pressures young women faced during this era. The heroine's Christian faith is clearly portrayed as the reader discovers the way she rests on the hope and security of God’s purpose for her life." Dudley Anderson UCB Presenter & Pastor
A.K. Chenoweth weaves a classic tale with tempo and striking imagery that will captivate,,,

Genres: Romance

179 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 2, 2015

About the author

From the first moment she picked up a pen, she wanted her words to matter and therefore she writes from the heart. Everything that she expresses through the written word, is an illustration of her ability to bring a scene, picture or situation to life.
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This has a profound effect upon the reader. Her hallmark descriptive writing has been described by others as visionary, penetrating, revealing, enticing, evocative, picturesque and elegant.
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Her words are like a road map for the reader...helping them to touch the divine and pointing them towards God and His Kingdom.

Reviews

[Lianne Henderson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Just downloaded this book on e-book format, and was so excited thought I would encourage all paperback lovers - don't miss this one!! This book has all the hallmarks of a great read! Just read the first few chapters and I am hooked! Beautifully and exquisitely written.

[Sheelah McBride · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am an avid reader of many forms of literature. 'Benign Surrender' is in my opinion one of the best and most enjoyable books I have read for years. I love AK's 'Jane Austen style' of writing and all the characters are well developed. Once I started, I could not put it down!! Definitely one for the library!

[Vanessa Cooper · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book. First in a long time that, once I finally settled down with it, I couldn't put down! Great storyline, can't wait for the sequel. Having a game of 'guess who' with myself so it will be interesting to see if my 'detective hunches' are correct, lol! More of the same please AK

[Sheelah McBride · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fabulous one of the best Regency Romances for a long time. More in the traditional "Jane Austen' style, love it!

[Coralie Eden · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great book and a lovely story! Beautifully written and in such detail you could see yourself in the locations, transported in time - excellent! Loved this version.

[L JONES · Rating 2 out of 5]

April 2023

Such a disappointment this book has so much potential plotwise but it is not particularly well written and there are far too many mistakes and not only in usage of words but also titles.

[M. Katz · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read the first edition in 2015. I prefer this one. Easier to read. Heroine is stronger due to her faith, I LOVE the Hero. Contains true romance, clean and what a lot of books lack in this day and age...the author does not compromise in her amazing descriptions...you feel you are actually there walking through the scenes...