The Colonel's Lady
The Colonel's Lady
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2011
Book Brief
408
Novel • Fiction
Kentucky • 1770s
2011
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Colonel’s Lady follows Roxanna Rowan, who takes her father's place as a scrivener at a Kentucky fort during the American War of Independence, and her developing romance with the fort's commander, Colonel Cassius McLinn, as they face espionage and personal trials together. This book includes themes of grief, loss, and implied violence.
Romantic
Adventurous
Emotional
Inspirational
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
7,358 ratings
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Review Roundup
The Colonel's Lady by Laura Frantz captivates readers with its historical detail and emotional depth. Fans praise the book's rich, atmospheric setting and well-developed characters. Some critiques note a slow pacing and predictability in the plot. Overall, it’s a compelling read for those who enjoy immersive historical romances.
Who Should Read The Colonel's Lady?
Fans of historical romance set in the American frontier, with a strong preference for richly detailed settings and character-driven plots, will cherish Laura Frantz’s The Colonel’s Lady. Readers who enjoy Janette Oke’s Love Comes Softly or Francine Rivers’ Redeeming Love will find similar appeal in Frantz’s evocative storytelling.
7,358 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
408
Novel • Fiction
Kentucky • 1770s
2011
Adult
18+ years
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