Review of Shadow
among the Sheaves by Naomi Stephens
I really enjoyed this book by a new author! It takes place
in the 1860’s in England and retells the story of Ruth in a unique way. A widow
and her Indian daughter-in-law leave India after both their husbands die. They are
almost completely destitute and are not sure how they will survive. Eventually
Lord Barric enters the scene, but not always in a helpful manner. The
prejudices displayed and the desperateness of the widows’ situation will stir
your emotions. The story has strong characters, a vivid setting, and is
compelling enough to keep you reading until you are finished. This is a great story
for history lovers, but with the parallels to the story of Ruth, it will make
you want to reread that as well.
"I received a complimentary copy of this book from
Barbour Publishing and was under no obligation to post a review."
