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A Heart Renewed: Prescott Pioneers Book 2 Kindle Edition

by Karen Baney (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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Prescott Pioneers Series #2 - sequel to A Dream Unfolding

Headstrong. Unconventional. Until life turns upside down…

Julia Colter struggles to accept life under her controlling brother’s greed. The suitors he selects would benefit him, but are far from the ideal husband for her. When her rebellion against her brother puts her life at risk, she turns to her friend for help.

Adam Larson longs to train horses and plans to head west to the Arizona Territory to see his dreams fulfilled. When his sister’s best friend shows up in the middle of the night, he agrees to help her flee. The decision changes his life, in more ways than he expected.

Can Julia forget the pain from her past and open her heart to love?

In the mid-1860s, these pioneers to Prescott, Arizona Territory have big dreams for their future. Will the cost be worth it? What heartache awaits them on their journey? Will they lose their faith?

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A broken engagement. Her brother's rage. A midnight ride to save her life.
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Book 2 in the Prescott Pioneers Series introduces readers to Will Colter's sister, Julia.  It also continues the story of Will and Hannah Colter as they build up Colter Ranch near the town of Prescott in the Arizona Territory in the mid-1860's.

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KAREN BANEY, in addition to writing Christian historical fiction and chick lit novels, works as a Software Engineer. Spending over twenty years as an avid fan of both genres, Karen loves writing about territorial Arizona. Her faith plays an important role both in her life and in her writing. She is active in various Bible studies throughout the year. Karen and her husband make their home in Gilbert, Arizona, with their two dogs. She also holds a Masters of Business Administration from Arizona State University.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B004VWX4LA
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Desert Life Media, LLC; 2nd edition (January 6, 2014)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ January 6, 2014
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.0 MB
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I love writing. Whether it is contemporary cowboy romance or historical fiction set in my beloved state of Arizona, my novels always tell an engaging story of flawed characters in needed of second chances, redemption, or they must overcome personal trials. I love finding ways to weave real history and real settings into my stories.

My husband, Jim, and I live in Gilbert, Arizona with our two dogs, Bella and Daisy. We enjoy traveling throughout the state finding new adventures which often end up influencing the stories I write. We also are very active at Rock Point Church in Queen Creek, Arizona.

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Customers find this book to be a must-read in the series, with a well-written story that brings characters to life. Moreover, they appreciate how the author incorporates actual history into the narrative, and one customer notes how the plot unfolds quickly. Additionally, the book receives positive feedback for its themes of forgiveness and God's love, with customers describing it as an unforgettable story about healing.

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51 customers mention "Readability"51 positive0 negative

Customers find the book highly readable, describing it as a great continuation of the series and a must-read.

"...If your a fan of historical romance, set in the west that has a nice christian theme you should certainly add this series to your reading list...." Read more

"...There is one more book in the series and a fourth to be released this year, I can hardly wait to see if Karen can top this one." Read more

"...Actually, this was the best in the series. While they are independent of each other, it would help to read them in order...." Read more

"...This is absolutely a must read! Loved it and can't wait to begin the third book in the series "A Life Restored". Great job!" Read more

35 customers mention "Storyline"35 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the storyline of the book, with one customer noting how the author incorporates actual history into the narrative.

"...The secondary story of Thomas was quite interesting, and I loved the flavor of the civil war that was woven into his story...." Read more

"...book in the series, I got hooked on the first page and was hooked for the whole story...." Read more

"...She creates such detail in the story that you can imagine life on the ranch with Will's family, comfort Julia as she cries in the arms of Betty at..." Read more

"...This particular book also includes the lives of Will and Hannah (which I appreciate) and also follows Ben, Paul and Betty's lives as well ... I love..." Read more

27 customers mention "Forgiveness"27 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the book's themes of forgiveness and God's love, describing it as an unforgettable and emotional story.

"...Adam was such a good, kind man exactly what Julia needed...." Read more

"...cries in the arms of Betty at the boarding house, and even feel the restoration of Julia when she learns the lesson of forgiveness from those around..." Read more

"...I love the way that faith is weaved throughout the whole story. So of the same problems we face today...." Read more

"...This story is about forgiveness an how we all need it in order to live our lives as God wants...." Read more

15 customers mention "Writing style"13 positive2 negative

Customers appreciate the writing style of the book, finding it well-crafted, with one customer noting it can be read as a stand-alone work.

"...While this is the second book in the series, it can be read as a stand alone work, the author provides enough background information that you don't..." Read more

"A very well written story. Each character just draws you in, and you can picture each one so clearly...." Read more

"Very well written Western book...." Read more

"I wasn't overly fond of the author's writing style, but it was well written w/ little or no grammer or editing errors...." Read more

14 customers mention "Character development"14 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book, with several noting how the characters are brought to life, and one customer highlighting the strength of the main characters Adam and Julia.

"...The author, Karen Baney, has a marvelous way of establishing her characters and drawing you to loving or hating them...." Read more

"A very well written story. Each character just draws you in, and you can picture each one so clearly...." Read more

"...Books 1 and 2 were not too heavy with the preaching, and I loved the story & characters, so I kept reading...." Read more

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  • Brenda Casto
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Heart Renewed
    Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2011
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    "A Heart Renewed" is the second book in the Prescott Pioneer series and picks up right where the last book left off.
    It is the story of Julia Colter, the youngest of the Colter children. Her brother Will is settled in his new home wih his bride Hannah, and Julia wonders why she never received any letters from him. They had been very close all thier lives, but when her father's will stated that she was to be left in the care of her brother Rueben, Will had no choice but to follow his wishes. Rueben is a smooth talking charmer who has fooled everyone around him except for Will and Julia, they knew he was ruthless and had no qualms doing whatever he desired regardless of who he might hurt. When Rueben's debts are more than he can pay he decides that he will find a wealthy man marry his sister off, actually it was more like "selling"her. When Julia finds a way to thwart her first suitors attentions, Ruebens wrath is merciless, but when he finds another suitor and Julia wont go along with his plans, he decides he will break her spirit and commits an evil act that will change Julia forever. When she runs to the Larson ranch and tells Caroline what her brother has done, the only answer is for Julia to leave with Adam, who had already secured a job with Will as a horse trainer at the Colter Ranch in Arizona.

    Will Julia finally find safety with her brother Will, and will she ever be able to let go of her past and find true love?

    I couldn't put this book down. The author easily pulls you into the story of Julia. My heart totally broke for the mistreatment she suffered at the hand of Rueben. The fears and feelings that Julia expressed were totally expected for someone who had been through such an ordeal.While she had a fear of men, she was able to rely and depend on Adam, and as their feelings develop for one another Julia is plagued with doubt that once Adam really knows what happened,that he could never love her. Adam was such a good, kind man exactly what Julia needed. While Julia questions her faith she comes to the realization with the help of her friends, that the only way to find peace is to forgive.
    I enjoyed following Hannah through her pregnancy, and seeing Will, the strong rancher become such a worrywart where his wife was concerned. The secondary story of Thomas was quite interesting, and I loved the flavor of the civil war that was woven into his story. I did wonder what happened with Rueben, but I am sure we will get the answer to that question in the next book.
    While this is the second book in the series, it can be read as a stand alone work, the author provides enough background information that you don't feel like your lost. Although its such a great series I highly recommend picking up the first book titled A Dream Unfolding. The authors next book in the series titled "A Life Restored" is due out later this year, and I for one am totally anxious to read it. If your a fan of historical romance, set in the west that has a nice christian theme you should certainly add this series to your reading list.

    I was provided a complimentary copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review.
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  • Wendy
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic job Karen Baney
    Reviewed in the United States on March 18, 2012
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    Julia Colter has not had a good life since he father died and left the ranch to Reuben, her oldest brother. Will, the brother she was closest to, was left a share of the cattle and some cash. Julia was left an inheritance too but Reuben held the reigns on that until she became of age. Reuben is a ruthless person and told Will he was no longer welcome living in their ranch so he took his cattle and headed for Arizona, as much as he hated leaving Julia he had no choice. Reuben is a gambler who loses more than he wins, a drinker and can be a violent person.

    Will has made a life for himself in in Prescott, AZ, has a large ranch, is married and expecting a child. He is concerned about Julia though because he knows how mean Reuben can be. He is not wrong, Julia soon finds herself facing an arranged marriage to Hiram Norton, a man old enough to be her father, who's as mean, if not worse than Reuben, a drinker, a gambler, and a womanizer. Reuben threatens that if she doesn't go through with the marriage she'll be sorry, she has one month to figure something out. Caroline Larson, her best friend, comes up with a plan. She tells Julia to cause a scene in Church on Sunday accusing Hiram of cheating on her, which he's known to frequent the saloon and 'visit' the ladies so everyone is likely to believe the story, and doing it even before the wedding so she's calling off the engagement. After the confrontation she's to run out jump on Adams's (Caroline's brother) horse and go home. Since it will be a public break up, Reuben can't do anything about it. Julia goes along with the plan not knowing just how Reuben will express his anger.

    When Reuben gets his family loaded in the wagon and gets home, Julia pays and it almost costs her her life. If Adam hadn't come for his horse and walked in the house because no one answered the door, Julia would have been choked to death, not to mention the hits she took before that. Adam tries to get Julia to go to the Larson's for safety, but Julia is afraid of what Reuben would do to not only her, but the Larson family. Adam tells her if she ever feels like she needs to leave, day or night, to come to their house and they will protect her.

    Some time later Reuben comes up with another rich man he can 'sell' Julia to, so another dinner is planned to announce an engagement. Julia doesn't like Lewis Jamison any better, when they go for their stroll and he gets fresh she fights him off by stomping on the top of his foot and kicking him in the shin then runs into the house and to her room. Mr Jamison tells Reuben that he's not interested so now Reuben has lost two chances to get the money he needs to pay his debts off. Julia is expecting a violent visit from Reuben but instead he goes to town and gets drunk. When he comes home he follows through with the treat to hurt her where people can't see the pain.

    Once Julia's sure Reuben is sound asleep she packs a bag, takes a horse and heads to the Larsons. Adam answers her knock and when he sees her he knows that Reuben's worked her over again. Caroline also hears and comes out to comfort her and comes up with a plan. Adam had been getting ready to go to Prescott to work for Will Colter, so Caroline thinks he should get a few things together and with Julia posing as his sister they can travel together to Will's ranch. It takes a little talking but Adam soon realizes that it's the only way to save Julia from Reuben.

    When Reuben discovers Julia missing he thinks she's gone to the Larsons so he sends one of his ranch hands to go over there and get her. She isn't there, so then he gives Bates a pile of money so he can go looking for her, suspecting she will try to get to Will in Arizona. Bates locates Adam and Julia Larson in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Bates hearing that they'd married realized he could not kidnap Julia and return her to Reuben and he wasn't sure he'd even get paid if he did, so he gets a wagon and goes along to Prescott in the same wagon train but stays hidden from Julia and Adam.

    Julia is so relieved to see her brother, but he looks so much like Reuben will she ever be as close to him as she used to be, will she ever be able to look at him the same again? Will she ever be able to marry and have a family after the way Reuben treated her? Will she ever be able to be 'Julia' again?

    I read this on my Kindle and it's the second book in the series, I got hooked on the first page and was hooked for the whole story. I don't think anyone can be disappointed in this book and I would recommend you purchase it right now, you won't be disappointed. There is one more book in the series and a fourth to be released this year, I can hardly wait to see if Karen can top this one.
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  • Kindle Customer
    4.0 out of 5 stars The best book of the series of 5
    Reviewed in the United States on August 8, 2017
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    I didn't read these in order. I read 3-5, then read #1 and then this book #2. Actually, this was the best in the series. While they are independent of each other, it would help to read them in order. I will say that in one of the later books, Julia , shows utter contempt for her brother Rueben. He was disgusting!
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  • swissmad
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 28, 2017
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    I just love this series. I can't wait to start the next book. Learning about life in the Us is fascinating. It is so different to anything I can imagine.
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  • elizabeth
    5.0 out of 5 stars A heart renewed
    Reviewed in Canada on March 18, 2015
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    What a beautiful Christian love story! The author is fabulous bringing her characters to life. You feel their pain and struggles. I recommend this book.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars ... real purpose behind writing did not make the book boring. Thorough research of the period makes the reading ...
    Reviewed in India on March 9, 2018
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    Instilling faith-the real purpose behind writing did not make the book boring. Thorough research of the period makes the reading convincing. The patience shown in Adam's character is difficult to find in today's world, overall a good book.
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  • mavis
    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 15, 2016
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    Loved it, great story
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  • Jean Gilbert
    4.0 out of 5 stars Well done!
    Reviewed in Canada on January 25, 2023
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    A difficult story to tell and read but well done with a wonderful faith element on forgiveness. Look forward to reading the next book in the series.
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