A springtime novella of a secret love and a passionate vow
In the late 1890s, intuitive flower shop owner Violet Brooks opens up her heart and business to the Moore family but yet has vowed to get justice for her deceased husband, Roger, whom she believed had died as a result of bucking the Moore lumber company.
Handsome lumberbaron Devon Moore frequents Violet's shop with his niece, Holly, who's preparing for her upcoming wedding. Running the shop herself after her husband's death a year prior exhausts Violet, so she hires Holly, surprising herself by hoping to have more chances for her path to cross with Devon’s.
In the meantime, a secret admirer leaves Violet messages in the language of flowers. Her heart blossoms to the sentiments within. She’s torn between her growing attraction for Devon and her admirer, or are they one in the same?
Journalist Frankie Dermot, an old classmate and flame of Violet’s, comes back to town. Violet enlists his help in her search for the truth about Roger’s death. But when they uncover who's really responsible for her husband's passing one year prior, Violet is shocked.
Will Violet shut herself off from newfound love, or will she allow her past vow to her deceased husband to dictate her future and keep her from the man who wins her heart?
Readers of Christian historical fiction and Christian historical romance with a twist of mystery will find their hearts set aflutter by Violet’s tale of discovering romance and be inspired by her path to grace.
“Knipfer has created intriguing plots in previous books and this one is no exception. Readers are sure to enjoy this sweet historical tale filled with mystery, interesting twists and mercy.” Dawn Kinzer, inspirational author of The Daughters of Riverton series
Women who choose this novella for its promise of romance and intrigue won't be disappointed. The story fulfills both, with its dual pursuit of love and the truth, challenging Violet and her readers to take a leap of faith as she continues on a trajectory that could affect her ultimate happiness.
As she struggles over holding a grudge, letting go of the past, and acknowledging fault in her present courses of action, Violet's dilemmas reach out to embrace readers who may have faced their own conflicts between truth and its impact on reality.
The result is an involving story that captures the times through one woman's ability to forge a happier future for herself. Readers of women's fiction who like stories set in the past and sparkling with vigor, surprises, and love will find plenty to appreciate as Violet pursues puzzles and revelations in Violet's Vow.
“Author Jenny Knipfer made the 1890s come alive; the characters all seem real and the plot so believable. It is a must-read for all romantics, Victorian-era historical fiction lovers, and anyone who just enjoys a good book!” five-star review, byTrudi LoPreto for Readers’ Favorite
