Review, Guest Post, and Giveaway: Hearts Under Fire by Cori Lynn

 

About the Book

Book: Hearts Under Fire

Author: Cori Lynn

Genre: Historical Fiction

Release date: April 3, 2022

When Laura, a heartbroken antique expert, stumbles across an old steamer trunk, she decides it is the perfect restoration project to distract her from her recent loss. She quickly discovers the trunk has a few mysteries of its own, including a journal dating back to 1941.

Laura finds herself caught up in a heroic love story between Ava and her high school sweetheart Dean. Their story of first love is suddenly interrupted when World War II begins, and Dean is sent to the front lines; leaving Ava to bravely fight her own battles supporting the war effort from home.

Laura soon identifies with Ava’s perseverance and in the process, is challenged to overcome her own hardships. However, the journal unexpectedly ends, leaving Laura with unanswered questions about Ava’s life. Laura is determined to uncover the missing pieces from the journal, but will she find the answers she seeks? And can she find the courage to love again?

 

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My Thoughts:

I enjoy it so much when I find myself so lost in the story that I get startled back into real life. And Hearts Under Fire was one of them. 

We meet a very heartbroken woman, Laura, who is restoring an old steamer trunk she purchased at an antique store. While restoring the trunk, she happens upon a secret compartment hiding a journal. This journal was given to a young woman by the name of Ava on her birthday right before World War 2 brings the USA into its battles. Laura becomes invested in Ava's story, that and of her love for Dean and for her good friend Grayson who both enlist to fight in that war.  Besides war there is other drama that is playing in Ava's heart as well concerning her relationship with the young men and where she fits. Included in the journal is the letters both wrote back to Ava. I along with Laura, was riveted to her story of longing and love and fear as the world was going through some dire times.

Laura is a bit of an introvert and has become somewhat of a hermit as she has faced some very tragic circumstances herself. As Ava's story unfolds, Laura's story does as well, and we learn what has shut her up from life and how might she begin to reemerge and possibly find love again.

This was an enchanting read that I thoroughly enjoyed. Both stories were page turning and I did have a hard time putting the book down to participate in my own life. Thank goodness for long, hot days of summer.

I was provided with a copy of this novel from the author. I was not required to post a positive review and all views and opinions are my own.

About the Author

Cori Lynn is a novelist and screenwriter based in Phoenix, Arizona. In addition to her latest novel, Hearts Under Fire, she has written multiple screenplays including two feature-length films. As her recognition as a screenwriter evolved, she eventually walked away with an “Audience Choice” and “Best Story” award from the Phoenix Film Festival.

Cori graduated with a global business degree from Arizona State University and works full time as a Marketing Director. She spends her free time playing with her puppy, redecorating her home and crafting her next story.

 

More from Cori

Hearts Under Fire is a historical romance with a contemporary twist. The historical plotline was inspired by the first-hand accounts provided by my grandparents on both sides of the family. Hearts Under Fire differs in that it brings in a contemporary twist and it explores the idea of the parallels between the love story in 1941 and the contemporary love story from present day. 

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Giveaway

To celebrate her tour, Cori is giving away the grand prize packge that includes a signed copy of the book, a lip balm, T-shirt and a Journal!!

Be sure to comment on the blog stops for nine extra entries into the giveaway! Click the link below to enter.

https://promosimple.com/ps/1e7e5/hearts-under-fire-celebration-tour-giveaway