Healer’s Promise (Brides of Laurent)

3.5

“She was called to be a healer, but her skills—and heart—have never been so challenged” in A Healer's Promise, the second Brides of Laurent book, from Misty M. Beller and Bethany House. British spy Levi Masters has found his way to the hidden mountain village of Laurent, where everyone suspects he has nefarious purposes. Only Audrey Moreau, the village healer, trusts him—and as a result, tries to help him escape. The adventure that ensues has plenty of faith, romance, and danger and makes for a quick, solid historical romance read. Levi and Audrey are a delightful pair, and I enjoyed following their story; I’m sure other fans of the genre will, too.

(I received a complimentary copy of this book and the opportunity to provide an honest review. I was not required to write a positive review, and all the opinions I have expressed are my own.)

A Healer’s Promise is set in a time and place I haven’t read much about. The focus is on a group of settlers who have carved out a network of “apartments” within a cave deep in the Canadian Rockies. I suppose that probably would provide better shelter for the brutal winters of that area than, say, primitive cabins. I didn’t understand how they ended up there and what made them stay in that place. I haven’t read the first book in the series, so maybe it’s explained better there.

The story revolves around the village herbalist (a young woman, Audrey) and an outsider (formerly a British spy in the War of 1812, Levi) who stumbles across the village. The two end up stranded in a winter storm together, and Levi is injured. Fortunately, Audrey has the skills (but not very much in the way of supplies) to help him recover.

Disclosure: I received a complimentary copy from the author as part of JustRead publicity tours. All views expressed are my own opinion.

I have loved every one of Misty Beller’s books - A Healer’s Promise is no exception. We were introduced to some of the characters in Book 1 of the Brides of Laurent series. Book 2 focuses on Audrey Moreau who is the healer for the community. The people of Laurent were hurt in the past by outsiders and are very cautious when it comes to letting new people into their community.
Misty Beller does a great job of weaving faith in God into her character’s lives. Her characters are always believable. She appears to do the necessary research to create an authentic story.

I received a complimentary copy of A Healer’s Promise. This is my honest review.

A Healer’s Promise was such an enjoyable book to read! I loved watching the two main characters, Audrey and Levi, connect. I liked that very early on in the book, Levi dealt with his internal struggle concerning actions he had taken during the war and determined to simply tell the truth and trust in God’s guidance and deliverance. While he answered the councils questions truthfully, he was also human and nervous about the upcoming verdict. When Audrey compelled him to take a chance and escape rather than face the communities decision, he went with her. From there, one thing after another ended up going wrong.

This book was a good illustration of how actions have consequences and that truly trusting in God is not always easy. Sometimes fear propelled the steps that these main characters took.

I really enjoyed the way the initial attraction between Audrey and Levi grew toward love as they passed the time together and got to know each other. They were both very likable characters with good hearts. Their story was captivating and I look forward to reading the next book in the series.

(4.5 stars)

I received a complimentary copy of this book. All opinions are my own.

3.5 stars
"This man is not a danger to us. If we shed innocent blood, that evil will be marked to our account. He must be set free."

Carved deep into the Canadian Rockies, the mountain village of Laurent is heavily guarded and highly suspicious of strangers. When British spy Levi Masters stumbles into their midst while following American intelligence, he begins to regret what his occupation has turned into. Now his very life hangs in the balance, for the village council will soon decide his fate and Levi's only ally seems to be Laurent's lovely young healer, Audrey Moreau.

Audrey Moreau is convinced that deep down Levi Masters is a good man. One with regrets? Certainly. But not one with ill intent towards her beloved Laurent community. Acting on a whim, Audrey whisks Levi out of the village, not trusting the village leaders to spare his life. What happens afterwards is going to test every ability they each possess to survive. Has Audrey just made the worst mistake of her young lifetime, or is God still capable of working all things to His good.

"I'm praying Audrey. The Lord has a plan in this, though I don't know what it is. He'll carry us through."

With each step further into this unique cave community, the author utilizes her creative imagination to remind readers how extraordinary God's ordinary plans can turn out to be. Aubrey and Levi's faith journeys may have had vastly different beginnings, but both are tested in order to be strengthened. Be sure to cozy up with your favorite blanket while you read . . . . it's cold in those caves!

I received a copy of this book from the author and publisher. The opinions stated above are entirely my own.

A Healer’s Promise is a beautiful follow-up novel to the first in the Brides of Laurent series, A Warrior’s Heart. It is a great reminder that, in the end, the truth will set you free.
Audrey drew me in from the first book, so I was very pleased to be able to read this one, which focused in on her. She’s so gentle and kind and it makes you want to be her best friend! And Levi Masters is such a noble and upright man that you can’t help but admire him.
This was such a heartwarming story and written in a very easy-to-read style. It was like a hug, warm and uplifting. I’m so glad I got the opportunity to read it! Bravo to Ms. Beller for such a beautiful story!