Earning the Mountain Man's Trust

I really like Jonah, so my first thought when I read the back cover was, “Uh-oh. Surely not . . .” In the last book, Protecting the Mountain Man's Treasure, we all know Naomi doesn't love Jonah. Still, I thought for sure this book would be about how she comes to see him as more than a convenience.

Actually not.

Earning the Mountain Man's Trust jumps back into the heart of the Coulter family and their ranch in the Montana mountains. I've said it before and I'll say it again. This is my favorite series by Misty M. Beller. The Coulter ranch is a delightful place to visit.

Eric did grow on me, and of course, I've always liked Naomi. I always enjoy a story involving a child and Mary Ellen fit the bill perfectly. Seeing characters from past books is always fun as well.

Misty handles some difficult issues with care. Characters seek forgiveness for past sins (including premarital relationships that result in a child) and grow in their relationship with the Lord. There was one instance where it's indicated that the Lord reveals something to a character through a dream, which was a little odd. But overall, this is a delightful western tale with a theme of second-chances and solid faith content.

Disclaimer: I received a free copy of this book, but thoughts and opinions are entirely my own. I was not required to leave a positive review.