Where the River Settles out May 1st
In Where the River Settles, the spellbinding second book in the best-selling Hymns of Blue Hollow series, Kemma MarShall crafts a hauntingly beautiful tale of love, resilience, and self-discovery—filling in the lost pages of Esther and Ian’s story, where longing and uncertainty still linger.
Returning readers find themselves once more at the Old Reed Estate, where the currents of love and longing churn just beneath a deceptively serene surface.
Ian Huggler is a man who knows what he wants—and what he wants is Esther Primm. But claiming her heart is no simple feat. She is still unraveling the foreign language of love, wary of its warmth yet aching for it all the same. As Ian fights for her, Esther wages a war within herself, caught between the comfort of his love and the fear of surrendering to it.
Theirs is a story carved from hesitation and yearning, where longing is laced with fear. Devotion is both a promise and a burden—not a love that comes softly, but one that must fracture before it can make itself whole.
Set against the lush yet treacherous backdrop of Blue Hollow Hills in Appalachia, old ghosts stir, and whispers thread secrets through the trees. Shadows of the past creep closer, unraveling the fragile peace she thought she had found. But danger is not just memory—it is flesh and blood, coming to their doorstep, waiting for its moment.
As long-buried secrets claw their way to the surface, unexpected threats close in, threatening to unravel what was never meant to survive.
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Where the River Settles is a story of love tested, trust earned, and two souls colliding in a world that has given them every reason to break apart. A man who risks everything, desperate to protect the woman who doesn’t yet know how to be his—and a woman who must decide if she is brave enough to stay.
In this mesmerizing continuation, readers return to a building passion, a forbidden desire forged amid tragedy and the World War II American homefront.
A historical romance set in the 1940s, Where the River Settles is a captivating piece of 20th-century American literature that unfolds in the evocative landscape of the Southern United States. Weaving a tale of survival and determination, it follows Esther Primm, a young woman born into poverty and forged by hardship.
About the author-
Indie author, artist, and researcher Kemma MarShall calls North Carolina home.
Her inspiration is drawn from her ancestors’ stories, weaving the rich heritage of the Appalachian hills into her work. Blessed with a 26-year marriage and children, she pulls from her life experiences to bring depth and realism to her storytelling.
5.0 out of 5 stars Historical Fiction Masterpiece
Reviewed in the United States on December 1, 2024ecommended!
Nicely written.
5.0 out of 5 stars Thoroughly enjoyed
Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2024
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Esther’s story is incredible. She’s been through so much, and there were moments that were hard to read because of how real it felt. But at the same time, there’s this strength in her that kept me rooting for her. She’s not perfect, but she keeps going, and that’s what stuck with me.
Their relationship in the book feel genuine and it feels like it has a natural pace, build up that is complex, not a cookie cutter story. These people are complex.
This isn’t a light read, despite light moments, but that’s what makes it so good. It’s the kind of story that makes you feel—the pain, the hope, and all the messy emotions in between. If you’re looking for something that’s powerful and unforgettable, I can’t recommend this enough. Be prepared to cry in some spots, too.
I just noticed it says that it is part of a series, which makes me excited to go further on the journey! I didn’t want to say goodbye to Esther just yet.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Simply an incredible book
Reviewed in the United States on November 29, 2024Verified Purchasended!
What really stood out to me is how the author captures emotions. It’s real, like the words are coming straight from the characters’ hearts. The story itself is powerful, but it’s the way it’s told that makes it memorable.
The book is beautifully written but never pretentious. It draws you in with its honesty and keeps you turning the pages with its depth. If you’re a fan of stories that feel both profound and accessible, this one is a must-read. It’s a book you’ll want to savor and return to. Highly recommended!
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Reviewed in the United States on November 29, 2024
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