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Heart of the Glen: (A Forced Proximity Sweet Historical Romance Set on a 1900s Ireland Farm) Kindle Edition

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Can the lonely thread of her life be woven into a new and finer pattern?

When Saoirse Fagan arrives at Drumboe Castle to start her new job as housemaid, she is dismayed to learn that the lord of the house passed away a week prior. Already running from the tragedy that claimed the lives of her family members, Saoirse wanders the road through the darkening glen with nowhere to go until Aileen McCready offers her a lift and a place to stay for the night.

Aileen's brother, sheep farmer and weaver Owen McCready, is known for his intricate and impeccably woven tweed. But when he's injured, his entire livelihood is endangered. A new--and distracting--mouth to feed adds fuel to the fire, and Owen struggles to keep his family afloat. Though Saoirse is eager to help, even offering to learn the weaving craft, Owen is hesitant to accept aid from this strange young woman, no matter how inexplicably magnetic he finds her.

But Saoirse is not one to give up easily. She's determined to convince the McCreadys that they need her--perhaps as much as she needs them.

"Jennifer Deibel is an amazing writer and storyteller. She weaves a tale of love and forgiveness that's as beautiful as the cloth she describes."--
Tracie Peterson, bestselling, award winning author of over 140 books, including The Heart of Cheyenne and the Pictures of the Heart series

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Can the lonely thread of her life be woven into a new and finer pattern?

When Saoirse Fagan arrives at Drumboe Castle to start her new job as housemaid, she is dismayed to learn that the lord of the house passed away a week prior. Already running from the tragedy that claimed the lives of her family members, Saoirse wanders the road through the darkening glen with nowhere to go until Aileen McCready offers her a lift and a place to stay for the night.

Aileen's brother, sheep farmer and weaver Owen McCready, is known for his intricate and impeccably woven tweed. But when he's injured, his entire livelihood is endangered. A new--and distracting--mouth to feed adds fuel to the fire, and Owen struggles to keep his family afloat. Though Saoirse is eager to help, even offering to learn the weaving craft, Owen is hesitant to accept aid from this strange young woman, no matter how inexplicably magnetic he finds her.

But Saoirse is not one to give up easily. She's determined to convince the McCreadys that they need her--perhaps as much as she needs them.

"Jennifer Deibel is an amazing writer and storyteller. She weaves a tale of love and forgiveness that's as beautiful as the cloth she describes."--
Tracie Peterson, bestselling, award winning author of over 140 books, including The Heart of Cheyenne and the Pictures of the Heart series --This text refers to the paperback edition.

About the Author

Jennifer Deibel is the author of A Dance in Donegal (winner of the Kipp Award for Historical Romance), The Lady of Galway Manor, The Maid of Ballymacool, and The Irish Matchmaker. With firsthand immersive experience abroad, Jennifer writes stories that help redefine home through the lens of culture, history, and family. After nearly a decade of living in Ireland and Austria, she now lives in Arizona with her husband and their three children. You can find her online at JenniferDeibel.com. --This text refers to the paperback edition.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0DH5LXDCT
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Revell (January 21, 2025)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ January 21, 2025
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 8.8 MB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 344 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 0800744861
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Jennifer Deibel is a middle school teacher and author. Her work has appeared on (in)courage, on The Better Mom, in Missions Mosaic Magazine, and others. With firsthand immersive experience abroad, Jennifer writes stories that help redefine home through the lens of culture, history, and family. After nearly a decade of living in Ireland and Austria, she now lives in Arizona.

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This was my first read from Jennifer Deibel, and I was thoroughly impressed with her ability to craft a heartfelt historical romance. Heart of the Glen is a beautifully woven tale of resilience, faith, and love, set against the rich backdrop of Ireland.For fans of Irish settings, grumpy-yet-endearing male main characters, and historical romance with a medium faith thread, this book is a perfect fit. The story follows Saoirse Fagan (pronounced Seer-sha), a name as lyrical as the Irish landscapes Deibel so vividly describes. Her journey, intertwined with the tweed-weaving trade, brings an authentic historical touch that adds depth to the narrative.Deibel excels at world-building, immersing readers in the sights, sounds, and traditions of Ireland. The names, the culture, and the overall atmosphere felt wonderfully authentic. The romance unfolds in a heartwarming way, though the pacing did slow at times. Still, the emotional depth and the characters’ resilience kept me invested.Overall, Heart of the Glen is a touching and immersive historical romance. If you enjoy stories with a strong sense of place, a gruff but lovable hero, and a heroine who embodies the very meaning of her name—freedom—you’ll enjoy this book.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on February 18, 2025
    This story begins in the early 1900’s, in Ireland. Saoirse Fagan has had to leave her job and is set to begin a new one as maid in Drumboe Castle. Upon arriving, she discovers that the castle has been closed down and there is no job available. She has no family and can’t return to her former job. She has no money and no where to go so she begins walking, taking shelter on a nearby farm. Aileen McCready, the farm owner’s sister happens upon her and gives her shelter in their barn, unbeknownst to her brother Owen. Owen raises exceptional sheep for their wool and weaves much sought after fabric. His farm is often raided and sheep stolen. He is unable to catch the man he knows is responsible. He reluctantly agrees to let her stay with them, even though he doesn’t completely trust her because of the secrets she keeps.
    Owen’s hand is severly injured after a visious attack and he is uable to weave. He fears if he can’t complete a large order, he will lose his farm. Against his better judgement, he teaches Saoirse how to weave. They work many hours together and begin to have feelings for each other but both are reluctant to allow them to develop.
    The author does a great job of transporting the reader to the old Irish countryside and culture. There is a glossary that helps the reader with some of the Irish words and terms. The characters are very believable and relatable.
    Will their faith withstand the obstacles thrown in their way? Can they learn to trust each other? Will Saoirse ever forgive herself for what ever happened to force her away from home? Can Owen save his farm?
    This is a story of trust in God, faith, love, courage and determination.
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    “Can the lonely thread of her life be woven into a new and finer pattern?

    When Saoirse Fagan arrives at Drumboe Castle to start her new job as housemaid, she is dismayed to learn that the lord of the house passed away a week prior. Already running from the tragedy that claimed the lives of her family members, Saoirse wanders the road through the darkening glen with nowhere to go until Aileen McCready offers her a lift and a place to stay for the night.

    Aileen's brother, sheep farmer and weaver Owen McCready, is known for his intricate and impeccably woven tweed. But when he's injured, his entire livelihood is endangered. A new--and distracting--mouth to feed adds fuel to the fire, and Owen struggles to keep his family afloat. Though Saoirse is eager to help, even offering to learn the weaving craft, Owen is hesitant to accept aid from this strange young woman, no matter how inexplicably magnetic he finds her.

    But Saoirse is not one to give up easily. She's determined to convince the McCreadys that they need her--perhaps as much as she needs them.”
    I received a complimentary ARC of this book from Revell via Netgalley. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions expressed are my own.
  • Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2025
    This was my first read from Jennifer Deibel, and I was thoroughly impressed with her ability to craft a heartfelt historical romance. Heart of the Glen is a beautifully woven tale of resilience, faith, and love, set against the rich backdrop of Ireland.

    For fans of Irish settings, grumpy-yet-endearing male main characters, and historical romance with a medium faith thread, this book is a perfect fit. The story follows Saoirse Fagan (pronounced Seer-sha), a name as lyrical as the Irish landscapes Deibel so vividly describes. Her journey, intertwined with the tweed-weaving trade, brings an authentic historical touch that adds depth to the narrative.

    Deibel excels at world-building, immersing readers in the sights, sounds, and traditions of Ireland. The names, the culture, and the overall atmosphere felt wonderfully authentic. The romance unfolds in a heartwarming way, though the pacing did slow at times. Still, the emotional depth and the characters’ resilience kept me invested.

    Overall, Heart of the Glen is a touching and immersive historical romance. If you enjoy stories with a strong sense of place, a gruff but lovable hero, and a heroine who embodies the very meaning of her name—freedom—you’ll enjoy this book.
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    Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2025
    This was my first read from Jennifer Deibel, and I was thoroughly impressed with her ability to craft a heartfelt historical romance. Heart of the Glen is a beautifully woven tale of resilience, faith, and love, set against the rich backdrop of Ireland.

    For fans of Irish settings, grumpy-yet-endearing male main characters, and historical romance with a medium faith thread, this book is a perfect fit. The story follows Saoirse Fagan (pronounced Seer-sha), a name as lyrical as the Irish landscapes Deibel so vividly describes. Her journey, intertwined with the tweed-weaving trade, brings an authentic historical touch that adds depth to the narrative.

    Deibel excels at world-building, immersing readers in the sights, sounds, and traditions of Ireland. The names, the culture, and the overall atmosphere felt wonderfully authentic. The romance unfolds in a heartwarming way, though the pacing did slow at times. Still, the emotional depth and the characters’ resilience kept me invested.

    Overall, Heart of the Glen is a touching and immersive historical romance. If you enjoy stories with a strong sense of place, a gruff but lovable hero, and a heroine who embodies the very meaning of her name—freedom—you’ll enjoy this book.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on January 27, 2025
    I am in awe of the beautiful tapestry Jennifer Deibel has woven with her words. I was drawn into the vibrant landscape of Ireland, the intricate craft of weaving tweed, and the deeply-rooted Christian faith that runs like a golden thread through the story. If you’re looking for a novel that invites you to experience the delicate dance of forgiveness, love, and God's unshakable plans, then this book is a must-read.

    Saoirse Fagan is a young woman haunted by tragedy, stumbling through life like a loose thread, unanchored and uncertain. When she finds herself stranded in the glen, she is taken in by Aileen McCready and her brother Owen, a skilled weaver. Owen’s world is one of delicate balance, where the slightest disruption could unravel everything he’s worked so hard to build. As their lives intertwine, Saoirse and Owen find themselves facing their own struggles—Saoirse with her past and Owen with his future, and both learning to trust in the unseen Hand that is weaving their lives together in ways they can’t understand.

    The imagery of weaving is beautifully threaded throughout the narrative, not just in the literal sense as we see Owen’s meticulous craft of tweed, but in how God weaves lives together through His plan. As Saoirse navigates her new life, trying to find her place, the story continually asks a question that resonates: Can the lonely thread of her life be woven into a new and finer pattern?

    Through the pages, the story echoes the timeless lessons of the story of Gideon from the Bible. Much like Gideon, both Saoirse and Owen find themselves in situations where their own strength is inadequate, yet God's power is all-sufficient. Saoirse’s whispered prayer—“Lord, help me”—struck me deeply, especially when she feared that God had turned away from her because of her past. How often do we, too, feel that our mistakes have made us too far from God’s grace? Yet, as Father Cunningham so powerfully reminds us, “Our Lord paid the price for all of our wrongdoings. All our mistakes and shortcomings. He paid our debts on the cross – one time, for all time – so you and I might be free from the chains that come from those missteps and shortfalls.”

    Owen’s belief that “no tear is ever wasted in God’s economy” is a powerful testament to the story’s heart. It is a reminder that every hardship, every heartache, is part of the fabric of God’s design, and through it, He weaves something beautiful—even when we can’t yet see it.

    What I appreciate most about this book is how it isn’t just a romance, but a journey of spiritual growth and transformation. Saoirse’s journey is as much about her internal struggles as it is about her connection with Owen. Their budding romance, though tender and real, is grounded in the belief that true love comes not from a perfect situation, but from trusting in God’s plan and growing in faith through the trials. As Saoirse reflects, “The only way out of this nightmare was through and forward.”

    Heart of the Glen is a breathtaking exploration of how faith and redemption are woven into the very fabric of life. It’s a book that will challenge you, encourage you, and ultimately leave you filled with hope. The rich setting, the lovable characters (shout-out to Aileen and the rest of the cast who felt like old friends by the end), and the faith-filled narrative all combine to make this a novel that’s truly hard to put down.

    Deibel’s talent as a writer shines through in every chapter, pulling readers into a world that feels as real as it does heart-stirring. Her intricate storytelling has a way of lacing together heartache, hope, forgiveness, and faith into a story that will leave you thinking long after you’ve turned the last page. If you’re looking for a book that will not only transport you to Ireland but also challenge and deepen your walk of faith, then Heart of the Glen is the perfect choice.

    God’s hand is visible in the lives of Saoirse and Owen, and in the end, it’s a reminder that no matter how tangled our lives may seem, He is weaving something beautiful, just as He is weaving each of us into His greater plan.

    I received a digital ARC of this book from the publisher, Revell, and NetGalley. I am not required to write a positive review nor paid to do so. This is my honest and unbiased review. My thoughts and opinions expressed in this book review are my own. My review focuses on the writing and story’s content, ensuring transparency and reliability.

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