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Emerald Belles #1
Honor Before Heart
Risking it all for love and valor . . .
When Corporal Sean MacBranian awakens after being injured in battle, he is sure the luck o’ the Irish has run out on him. Or that he’s died and gone to Heaven. There can be no other explanation for the blond-haired, blue-eyed angel standing before him. But his “angel” is a truehearted lass named Ashlinn, and she wears a nurse’s uniform. Her tender ministrations have brought him back from the brink of death—and have given him a new reason for living.
Ashlinn knows their parting is inevitable; her handsome hero must return to the 69th infantry of the Union army, and there are no guarantees of his safe return. With most of her family already destroyed by the war ravaging America, she is sure she cannot survive another loss. Yet she feels powerless against the draw of Sean’s strong and steady heart. Neither time nor distance nor the danger of battle seems to lessen their bond. But when their secret letters are intercepted, the devoted nurse’s love will face the ultimate test . . .
When Corporal Sean MacBranian awakens after being injured in battle, he is sure the luck o’ the Irish has run out on him. Or that he’s died and gone to Heaven. There can be no other explanation for the blond-haired, blue-eyed angel standing before him. But his “angel” is a truehearted lass named Ashlinn, and she wears a nurse’s uniform. Her tender ministrations have brought him back from the brink of death—and have given him a new reason for living.
Ashlinn knows their parting is inevitable; her handsome hero must return to the 69th infantry of the Union army, and there are no guarantees of his safe return. With most of her family already destroyed by the war ravaging America, she is sure she cannot survive another loss. Yet she feels powerless against the draw of Sean’s strong and steady heart. Neither time nor distance nor the danger of battle seems to lessen their bond. But when their secret letters are intercepted, the devoted nurse’s love will face the ultimate test . . .
236 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 21, 2017
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Heather McCorkle
46 books315 followersFantasy & scifi in all their wonderful subgenres are my jam. Doesn't matter to me if it's indie or traditionally published, I read it all as long as it fits in those genres and piques my interest.
I'm also an award winning author~and aspiring to someday be a bestselling one. Life goals!~of paranormal, fantasy, steampunk, historical fantasy, and YA urban fantasy. When I'm not reading, editing, writing, or surfing my social networking sites, I can be found on the slopes, the hiking trails, or paddleboarding. As a native Oregonian, I enjoy the outdoors almost as much as the worlds I read about and create on the pages. No need to travel to the Great Northwest, though, you can find me on my website, in my newsletter, and on my social media sites.
I'm also an award winning author~and aspiring to someday be a bestselling one. Life goals!~of paranormal, fantasy, steampunk, historical fantasy, and YA urban fantasy. When I'm not reading, editing, writing, or surfing my social networking sites, I can be found on the slopes, the hiking trails, or paddleboarding. As a native Oregonian, I enjoy the outdoors almost as much as the worlds I read about and create on the pages. No need to travel to the Great Northwest, though, you can find me on my website, in my newsletter, and on my social media sites.
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July 11, 2017
J’ai aimé ce contexte que j’ai rarement lu auparavant, même si les scènes de médecine de guerre m’ont fait froid dans le dos tant par le nombre de blessés que par les moyens limités de l’époque. Ce roman est tout en contraste entre la guerre d’un côté et la douceur de l’histoire d’amour, et les personnages principaux sont attachants.
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March 15, 2017
Honor Before Heart is a sweetly romantic story set against the horrors of the American Civil War. McCorkle has definitely done her homework to show the brutality and personal cost faced by those who fought or lost someone in the war, although I wish that a bit more had been done to develop the characters past their basic outlines and turn them into a man and woman I could fully connect with.
Ashlinn O’Brian’s life has been changed forever by the war. Her three brothers heard the call to arms and enlisted in the Northern army. After two of them died from poorly treated wounds Ashlinn has been desperately searching the battlefields to find her youngest brother to hopefully save him from dying too. Ashlinn learned everything she could from her parents, a progressive doctor and a midwife, and her skills at keeping patients alive has made her more than a few enemies in the army camp hospital she works in. The latest battle on the shores of the James River has littered the ground with the bodies of dead Union and Confederate soldiers but Ashlinn’s prayers are answered that none of the men she finds are her brother. Before returning to the safety of the army camp Ashlinn’s attention is drawn to her faithful dog Cliste dragging something by the river bank. Getting closer to the water Ashlinn sees that the dog is trying to help a Union soldier who is unconscious but bleeding heavily from a gut wound. Knowing she’s the man’s only hope for survival, Ashlinn gets him into a makeshift shelter and treats his injuries using the supplies she always carries with her.
Corporal Sean MacBranian had escaped injury during the battle only to be caught by a Rebel soldier he found abusing a dog. He managed to kill the Southerner but not before the man got a few good hits on Sean’s person. The pain of his injuries knocks him out and for a moment Sean is certain he’s died when he wakes up to the beautiful face of a guardian angel leaning over him.
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Ashlinn O’Brian’s life has been changed forever by the war. Her three brothers heard the call to arms and enlisted in the Northern army. After two of them died from poorly treated wounds Ashlinn has been desperately searching the battlefields to find her youngest brother to hopefully save him from dying too. Ashlinn learned everything she could from her parents, a progressive doctor and a midwife, and her skills at keeping patients alive has made her more than a few enemies in the army camp hospital she works in. The latest battle on the shores of the James River has littered the ground with the bodies of dead Union and Confederate soldiers but Ashlinn’s prayers are answered that none of the men she finds are her brother. Before returning to the safety of the army camp Ashlinn’s attention is drawn to her faithful dog Cliste dragging something by the river bank. Getting closer to the water Ashlinn sees that the dog is trying to help a Union soldier who is unconscious but bleeding heavily from a gut wound. Knowing she’s the man’s only hope for survival, Ashlinn gets him into a makeshift shelter and treats his injuries using the supplies she always carries with her.
Corporal Sean MacBranian had escaped injury during the battle only to be caught by a Rebel soldier he found abusing a dog. He managed to kill the Southerner but not before the man got a few good hits on Sean’s person. The pain of his injuries knocks him out and for a moment Sean is certain he’s died when he wakes up to the beautiful face of a guardian angel leaning over him.
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March 21, 2017
Overall, I thought Honor Before Heart was a quick and easy read for me. I will admit that it did take me a little bit to get into the story and that is mostly because I am still new to this genre. However, once I got a few chapters in, I found myself sucked into the story. I thought it was written well and I enjoyed the writing style. I felt that it stayed true to the time period. I thought that the characters were interesting and I liked the chemistry between Sean and Ashlinn. The two of them shared an undeniable connection and would be tested in ways neither one of them would be prepared for.
While this isn’t the usual genre that I read, I’m glad that I went out of my comfort zone and checked this book out!
*I was provided an ARC copy of this book, in exchange for an honest review*
While this isn’t the usual genre that I read, I’m glad that I went out of my comfort zone and checked this book out!
*I was provided an ARC copy of this book, in exchange for an honest review*
March 16, 2017
Honor Before Heart is the first book in the Emerald Belles series by Heather McCorkle. This author is new to me, this is the first book I have read of hers and I can categorically state that it won't be the last!
Set in America during the civil war the action begins immediately, and from the very first sentence I was hooked.
Corporal Sean MacBranian is injured and left to die amongst hundreds of victims from both sides of the war. He hasn't been in America long enough to lose any of his accent, and although in time he might be expected to lose it, right now it is still strong. He has a shameful secret that he makes him feel unworthy, but he hopes that by fighting the fight for the Union, and especially to help free slaves, that he can earn some respect back in his own mind. He didn't expect to be on his deathbed quite so soon. Thankfully he is discovered by a grey Irish Wolfhound, whose owner isn't far behind.
Ashlinn is officially a nurse in the army, but acts more as a doctor thanks to learning all she knows form her father. He was a fore-thinking man, and in a time when doctors thought more of the speed of treatment rather than the cleanliness of hands, surgical instruments etc; those lucky enough to be treated by her tended not to lose limbs or their lives. She too has her demons, one of which is the feeling that she has that her youngest brother, missing at war, might actually be a deserter. She hopes she is wrong, and she constantly searches longer than anybody else amongst the dead or injured on battlefields with the hope of finding her brother, and finding him alive. If it weren't for spending the extra time on the field this time, and if not for her faithful wolfhound, she wouldn't have come across Sean. His relief to not have met his maker so soon is palpable, not to mention the light hearted moment when he says that Ashlinn is a beautiful angel come to rescue him.
There starts a very emotional, beautiful, deep, relationship between the couple. In a time of war they both know that every time Sean leaves with his regiment, the 69th Infantry of the Union Army, he may not come back. Knowing that, and having lost most of her family to the war already, Ashlinn acknowledges her lustful feelings towards Sean, but fights the good fight to not let her heart get involved. She couldn't bear to lose somebody she loves again. Sean understands, and he agrees that he would like to court her properly when the war is over and they are back in New York. They share a mutual lust for each other, but it's so sweet, and Sean is so sweet in as much as he doesn't want to 'ruin' her. They both want to give in to their attraction, but if he dies, Sean wants Ashlinn to have a chance to find somebody to marry which she wouldn't if she wasn't a virgin. He is a real gentleman through and through.
I absolutely adored this book, I loved the respect and all the emotions running wild between our main couple. The era the story is set and the perfection of the description of time at war, made me run the gamut of emotions. So much research must have gone into it. It is such an emotional and riveting story, I couldn't read it quickly enough. I think it was amazing how Ashlinn was determined to practice medicine her way and how she won the loyalty and respect of the soldiers because of it. Her hound, well he deserved a medal for all the wonderful things he did, from dragging injured men to safety, to protecting Ashlinn, he was just a star in the book. I can't think of one single thing that I didn't like about this story and I want to write so much more, but can't because of spoilers. I can sum up the whole book, and my feelings on it with one word though......WOW!!
I voluntarily reviewed an advanced readers' copy of this book.
Set in America during the civil war the action begins immediately, and from the very first sentence I was hooked.
Corporal Sean MacBranian is injured and left to die amongst hundreds of victims from both sides of the war. He hasn't been in America long enough to lose any of his accent, and although in time he might be expected to lose it, right now it is still strong. He has a shameful secret that he makes him feel unworthy, but he hopes that by fighting the fight for the Union, and especially to help free slaves, that he can earn some respect back in his own mind. He didn't expect to be on his deathbed quite so soon. Thankfully he is discovered by a grey Irish Wolfhound, whose owner isn't far behind.
Ashlinn is officially a nurse in the army, but acts more as a doctor thanks to learning all she knows form her father. He was a fore-thinking man, and in a time when doctors thought more of the speed of treatment rather than the cleanliness of hands, surgical instruments etc; those lucky enough to be treated by her tended not to lose limbs or their lives. She too has her demons, one of which is the feeling that she has that her youngest brother, missing at war, might actually be a deserter. She hopes she is wrong, and she constantly searches longer than anybody else amongst the dead or injured on battlefields with the hope of finding her brother, and finding him alive. If it weren't for spending the extra time on the field this time, and if not for her faithful wolfhound, she wouldn't have come across Sean. His relief to not have met his maker so soon is palpable, not to mention the light hearted moment when he says that Ashlinn is a beautiful angel come to rescue him.
There starts a very emotional, beautiful, deep, relationship between the couple. In a time of war they both know that every time Sean leaves with his regiment, the 69th Infantry of the Union Army, he may not come back. Knowing that, and having lost most of her family to the war already, Ashlinn acknowledges her lustful feelings towards Sean, but fights the good fight to not let her heart get involved. She couldn't bear to lose somebody she loves again. Sean understands, and he agrees that he would like to court her properly when the war is over and they are back in New York. They share a mutual lust for each other, but it's so sweet, and Sean is so sweet in as much as he doesn't want to 'ruin' her. They both want to give in to their attraction, but if he dies, Sean wants Ashlinn to have a chance to find somebody to marry which she wouldn't if she wasn't a virgin. He is a real gentleman through and through.
I absolutely adored this book, I loved the respect and all the emotions running wild between our main couple. The era the story is set and the perfection of the description of time at war, made me run the gamut of emotions. So much research must have gone into it. It is such an emotional and riveting story, I couldn't read it quickly enough. I think it was amazing how Ashlinn was determined to practice medicine her way and how she won the loyalty and respect of the soldiers because of it. Her hound, well he deserved a medal for all the wonderful things he did, from dragging injured men to safety, to protecting Ashlinn, he was just a star in the book. I can't think of one single thing that I didn't like about this story and I want to write so much more, but can't because of spoilers. I can sum up the whole book, and my feelings on it with one word though......WOW!!
I voluntarily reviewed an advanced readers' copy of this book.
March 21, 2017
3.5 Stars
I enjoy reading about the Civil War era. Honor Before Heart takes you right in the middle of the fighting and in the Union military camp of the 69th regiment, the Fighting Irish. The descriptions of war and battlefields were realistic and well-written. This book tells the story of Ashlinn O’Brian, a nurse tending to the wounded Union soldiers, and Sean MacBranain, a corporal in the 69th regiment.
Ashlinn is unlike any other nurse or doctors Sean has ever met. She is bold and brave, like an experienced soldier. She also has her own medical methods, inspired by her parents, and is convinced of the importance of sterilization to save lives. Her methods are usually frowned upon by most doctors, but she stands up for what she believes in. Her main focus is on saving soldier’s lifes.
Sean is a man of strong convictions. He wants the end of slavery and is willing to fight for it. Sean and Ashlinn know that they should keep their distance, they can’t be distracted by matters of the heart. But their growing mutual feelings and attraction can’t be denied. Sean wants to live and build a common future with Ashlinn, but he has to fight for honor’s sake and for the sake of his men.
Overall, I enjoyed this story, the pace was a bit slow at times, though. The author also introduced a final twist I wasn’t really keen on. I was happy to see Ashlinn and Sean get their well-deserved HEA!
An advanced copy of this book was kindly provided by the publisher, via NetGalley.
I enjoy reading about the Civil War era. Honor Before Heart takes you right in the middle of the fighting and in the Union military camp of the 69th regiment, the Fighting Irish. The descriptions of war and battlefields were realistic and well-written. This book tells the story of Ashlinn O’Brian, a nurse tending to the wounded Union soldiers, and Sean MacBranain, a corporal in the 69th regiment.
Ashlinn is unlike any other nurse or doctors Sean has ever met. She is bold and brave, like an experienced soldier. She also has her own medical methods, inspired by her parents, and is convinced of the importance of sterilization to save lives. Her methods are usually frowned upon by most doctors, but she stands up for what she believes in. Her main focus is on saving soldier’s lifes.
Sean is a man of strong convictions. He wants the end of slavery and is willing to fight for it. Sean and Ashlinn know that they should keep their distance, they can’t be distracted by matters of the heart. But their growing mutual feelings and attraction can’t be denied. Sean wants to live and build a common future with Ashlinn, but he has to fight for honor’s sake and for the sake of his men.
Overall, I enjoyed this story, the pace was a bit slow at times, though. The author also introduced a final twist I wasn’t really keen on. I was happy to see Ashlinn and Sean get their well-deserved HEA!
An advanced copy of this book was kindly provided by the publisher, via NetGalley.
March 7, 2017
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Reviewed by Rinou
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Honor before Heart takes places during the American Civil War in the Yankee camp. We follow Ashlinn, a military nurse, and Sean, a sergeant, in the middle of battles and forced marches.
Ashlinn, daughter of a doctor, is snubbed by military doctors because she follows her father’s recommendations regarding treatment, especially washing one’s hands between two patients or boiling the instruments before any surgery. The fact that the patients exclusively treated by her and the nurses who follow her ideas have an important recovery rate don’t seem to make these doctors any wish to imitate her because she’s only a woman… Others aren’t so stubborn as through the novel she has more and more wounded who prefer to be brought to her. She enlisted to follow her brothers, two of them are already dead after amputations done by one of the doctors, and after each battle she looks for the third who disappeared. It’s during one of these searches that her dog will discover the hero, and Ashlinn is going to treat him then take him back to the camp.
There are some descriptions of battlefield military medicine that sent shivers down my spine, because of the numbers of wounded as for the period limited means and knowledge. The author mentions also the battles horrors, and I was remembering scenes from the movie The Patriot with these stoical soldiers reloading under the opposite fire.
I thought there was a big contrast between this atmosphere and the fact they go on with propriety (hand-kissing, strolling escorted by a chaperon, …) as if they clang to good manners just as life preservers.
Both main characters want to resist to the feelings the other awakens in them in order not to suffer, him because he thinks he’s not good enough for her, and her because she’s seen so many dead that she’s afraid to grow attached only for him to die too. I must say the fact there’s still three years of war disturbed my reading as I was wondering regularly how they would get by. As for them they finally yield (always observing propriety) by thinking you must live life to the full, but their story goes on slowly, all in sweetness and tenderness.
The author mentions the ambiguous status of black people in the Yankee army, accepted as soldiers or nurses but often not much considered all the same. I also wondered about the fact the few Confederates we meet seemed like caricature (filthy, vicious, irascible) as to emphasize the fact they are on the bad side of the war (at least for the heroes).
I thought the final solution was a bit fast but satisfying, and I had a good reading time in a context I rarely read before.
Reviewed by Rinou
Review Copy from the Publisher
Honor before Heart takes places during the American Civil War in the Yankee camp. We follow Ashlinn, a military nurse, and Sean, a sergeant, in the middle of battles and forced marches.
Ashlinn, daughter of a doctor, is snubbed by military doctors because she follows her father’s recommendations regarding treatment, especially washing one’s hands between two patients or boiling the instruments before any surgery. The fact that the patients exclusively treated by her and the nurses who follow her ideas have an important recovery rate don’t seem to make these doctors any wish to imitate her because she’s only a woman… Others aren’t so stubborn as through the novel she has more and more wounded who prefer to be brought to her. She enlisted to follow her brothers, two of them are already dead after amputations done by one of the doctors, and after each battle she looks for the third who disappeared. It’s during one of these searches that her dog will discover the hero, and Ashlinn is going to treat him then take him back to the camp.
There are some descriptions of battlefield military medicine that sent shivers down my spine, because of the numbers of wounded as for the period limited means and knowledge. The author mentions also the battles horrors, and I was remembering scenes from the movie The Patriot with these stoical soldiers reloading under the opposite fire.
I thought there was a big contrast between this atmosphere and the fact they go on with propriety (hand-kissing, strolling escorted by a chaperon, …) as if they clang to good manners just as life preservers.
Both main characters want to resist to the feelings the other awakens in them in order not to suffer, him because he thinks he’s not good enough for her, and her because she’s seen so many dead that she’s afraid to grow attached only for him to die too. I must say the fact there’s still three years of war disturbed my reading as I was wondering regularly how they would get by. As for them they finally yield (always observing propriety) by thinking you must live life to the full, but their story goes on slowly, all in sweetness and tenderness.
The author mentions the ambiguous status of black people in the Yankee army, accepted as soldiers or nurses but often not much considered all the same. I also wondered about the fact the few Confederates we meet seemed like caricature (filthy, vicious, irascible) as to emphasize the fact they are on the bad side of the war (at least for the heroes).
I thought the final solution was a bit fast but satisfying, and I had a good reading time in a context I rarely read before.
March 30, 2017
*I am voluntarily leaving a review for an eARC that was provided to me by NetGalley and the publisher*
I really enjoyed this book, Ashlinn and Sean are truly likeable leads and their story was a curious mix of joy and heartbreak.
Ashlinn is a nurse in the Union army, she followed her three brothers to war and has lost two to injuries and one has gone missing. After each battle, she scans the fields for him and this is how she found Sean.
Sean is a soldier in the Union army, he has been left for dead on the battlefield and awakens to find an "angel" caring for him as well as her mammoth Irish wolfhound Cliste. Ashlinn manages to save Sean's life.
This book is set in the south during the American Civil war and the author does a wonderful job of portraying not only the horrors of war, but also the friendships and bonds that are formed. I felt like the progression of the relationship between Ashlinn and Sean was very believable and extremely well paced. The sexual tension between these two is off the charts. However, when the love scene finally materializes, it is vague and (at least for this reader) anticlimactic.
**SPOILER**
The blurb for this book is misleading - I kept waiting for the letters between these two to be intercepted and some horrific event to transpire - but it never happened - there were definitely horrific events, but nothing related to intercepted letters. In fact unless I missed something, no letters were ever intercepted. **END SPOILER**
If you are looking for something historical that doesn't include the "ton" and you aren't looking for a steamy read - this is the book for you.
I highly recommend this book and will be looking for more in this series!
I really enjoyed this book, Ashlinn and Sean are truly likeable leads and their story was a curious mix of joy and heartbreak.
Ashlinn is a nurse in the Union army, she followed her three brothers to war and has lost two to injuries and one has gone missing. After each battle, she scans the fields for him and this is how she found Sean.
Sean is a soldier in the Union army, he has been left for dead on the battlefield and awakens to find an "angel" caring for him as well as her mammoth Irish wolfhound Cliste. Ashlinn manages to save Sean's life.
This book is set in the south during the American Civil war and the author does a wonderful job of portraying not only the horrors of war, but also the friendships and bonds that are formed. I felt like the progression of the relationship between Ashlinn and Sean was very believable and extremely well paced. The sexual tension between these two is off the charts. However, when the love scene finally materializes, it is vague and (at least for this reader) anticlimactic.
**SPOILER**
The blurb for this book is misleading - I kept waiting for the letters between these two to be intercepted and some horrific event to transpire - but it never happened - there were definitely horrific events, but nothing related to intercepted letters. In fact unless I missed something, no letters were ever intercepted. **END SPOILER**
If you are looking for something historical that doesn't include the "ton" and you aren't looking for a steamy read - this is the book for you.
I highly recommend this book and will be looking for more in this series!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 26, 2017
Oh my gosh, I LOVED this book! I started it friday night and then ignored my family and friends in order to finish it in less than twenty-four hours! It was truly un-put-downable! I absolutely fell in love with the heroine, she is strong and admirable while still having real vulnerabilities - in other words, everything I want a heroine to be! And I thought the love story was incredibly nuanced, and the love that blossoms between the two main characters is one that is really believable and based on so much more than just lust or a physical attraction. And the writing was really beautiful, with amazing descriptions of the setting and a huge amount of real, historical detail woven throughout. I seriously was blown away by this book - I had been looking forward to it but it was even better than I had been expecting. I cannot wait to read more from this fabulous author!!
February 11, 2017
Let me begin by talking about something I don't usually discuss in my reviews. Mostly due to the fact that they can always be changed, however, I do not feel as though the cover of this story does it any kind of justice. In fact, there is only one time Ashlinn even wears a green dress, and it is certainly nothing like that. In fact, she spends most of the story in either a nurses uniform or in breeches and a shirt like a man. And I will admit, had I just looked at the title and cover and not read the description? I probably would have passed it over myself.
That being said, I'm glad I didn't! I very much enjoyed Sean and Ashlinn's story, and I felt the author did a good job at bringing to light a very real (and often overlooked) aspect of war-time stories. It is war. It isn't pretty, and there is always that fear that your loved one won't make it back to you. I also felt that giving Ashlinn an Irish Wolfhound for a "companion" was a wonderful addition, it isn't often you read about a dog period, much less one that was so vital to the story as this one was.
I do feel like the ending of this story was a little too rushed feeling for my tastes, but overall, this was a well-written and romantic story that I feel will appeal to those who enjoy historical romance.
DISCLAIMER: I received a complimentary copy of this novel in exchange for my honest review. This has not affected my review in any way. All thoughts and opinions expressed in this review are 100% my own.
That being said, I'm glad I didn't! I very much enjoyed Sean and Ashlinn's story, and I felt the author did a good job at bringing to light a very real (and often overlooked) aspect of war-time stories. It is war. It isn't pretty, and there is always that fear that your loved one won't make it back to you. I also felt that giving Ashlinn an Irish Wolfhound for a "companion" was a wonderful addition, it isn't often you read about a dog period, much less one that was so vital to the story as this one was.
I do feel like the ending of this story was a little too rushed feeling for my tastes, but overall, this was a well-written and romantic story that I feel will appeal to those who enjoy historical romance.
DISCLAIMER: I received a complimentary copy of this novel in exchange for my honest review. This has not affected my review in any way. All thoughts and opinions expressed in this review are 100% my own.
February 15, 2017
Honor before Heart 'Honor Before Heart' by Heather McCorkle is book One in the "Emerald Belles" series. This is the story of Sean and Ashlinn. This is a different kind of story that I usually go to but I feel in love with the cover and wanted to read it. I am glad that the cover brought me into this book as I might have missed this story to be honest. I am usually not a fan of War story/ Love story but this did have a somewhat different look into their love story. This deals with how someone struggles with the lost of love ones during war. How hard it is to deal with the possibly of loosing a love one and getting the strength up to trust that all will be well. I thought both Sean and Ashlinn were good strong main characters and it was easy to want them to be together. "My honest review is for a special copy I voluntarily read."
June 17, 2018
Corporal Sean MacBranian is injured in battle and wakes up to the sight of an Irish Angel. His blond-haired, blue-eyed nurse has now given him a reason to live. Ashlinn knows it’s a big risk, but she can’t help but give Sean her heart. Will their love survive the ultimate test?
I don’t get many that are set in the Civil War so this was a nice change for me. This was a sweet book with good, strong characters. It took a little bit, but I was really drawn into the story and the characters’ journeys. I recommend.
This was a sweet book with good, strong characters.
I don’t get many that are set in the Civil War so this was a nice change for me. This was a sweet book with good, strong characters. It took a little bit, but I was really drawn into the story and the characters’ journeys. I recommend.
This was a sweet book with good, strong characters.
August 17, 2019
The war descriptions were painful and realistic, the story gripping and well written. The romance plot was unfortunately rather flat and the villain was too ridiculous. The end was also a bit rushed. But overall it was a good read that I would recommend.
May 1, 2021
This is a very simple, sweet love story. There is no great plot just an interesting setting in which a love grows between a man and a woman. The writing was easy to read, a little slow in places maybe but not enough to consider putting it down.
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