A Heart's Disguise by Colleen Coble

A Heart’s Disguise (Thomas Nelson, March 2015)

In the aftermath of the Civil War, a young woman searches for her lost love at the edge of the West.

The Civil War has destroyed Sarah Montgomery’s marriage before it’s even begun.

After Sarah receives word that her fiancé, Rand Campbell, has been killed fighting for the Union, her brothers and ailing father persuade her to pledge herself to Ben Croftner—despite her strong misgivings. But when Sarah finds out that Rand is in fact alive—and that Ben Croftner knew it—she indignantly breaks off the engagement and goes in search of Rand.

But Ben Croftner does not take rejection lightly—and a single woman with a sick father makes an easy target. When Sarah is abducted by her treacherous fiancé, Rand finally comes to her aid . . . only to reveal that he has been posted at Fort Laramie, Wyoming, and intends to take her there as his wife.

But could Sarah leave her dying father’s side for the love of her life? And what plans are forming in the jealous heart of Ben Croftner?

My thoughts: This is the first short novel in a series of 3 by Colleen Coble. I really enjoyed this series and how it dealt with the aftermath of the Civil War and how it destroyed many people's lives.  It was also fun to read one of Ms. Coble earlier works and seeing how much she has developed as a writer. Filled with drama and intrigue this is an interesting, very easy read that I highly enjoyed.I received a copy of this book in exchange for my honest opinion.