Gold Star Wife
- Author: L.K.Campbell
- Publisher: Lulu
- Year: 2005
- Setting: America, 1946
- Amazon Listing: Gold Star Wife
- Gold Star Wife - Author's Website
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Book Description
In the summer of 1946, war-widow Janet Lewis travels to Fort Jackson to visit old friends. She becomes reacquainted with Major Paul Adams, who once served with her husband. Paul has foregone marriage and family in order to devote his life to the Army. Now, he suddenly finds himself falling in love with Janet, but at age 35, is he ready to marry her and take on the role of father to her three young children? Is Janet finally ready to let go of her memories of her husband, Jason, and give her love to another man?
Reviews
"A lovely, romantic story...A keeper...An emotionally fulfilling tale." —Coffeetime Romance, Five Cup Review
"I read the entire 202 pages in one sitting. I could not put it down until I had savored every page Excellent! —Romance Book Cafe, Recommended Read
"Gold Star Wife is a sweet, romantic story that hinges on character development and the historical World War II backdrop...This romance explores how love can grow unexpectedly and heal the pain of a great loss. Gold Star Wife...concentrates on characters, and that is the key to its charm." —Fallen Angel Reviews, Four Angel Review
"A lovely, heartwarming, charming love story! I truly didn't want that book to end!...The ambience of that time period is like no other. I tell you, it made me dig around in my music and put on my Glenn Miller...I know that I'll read it again!" —Posted on Romance Junkies Book Club by reader, Julie Stroup
"A tightly crafted, uplifting story I highly recommend! Ms. Campbell breathes life into her characters, making them vibrant and real." —Posted on Romance Divas Divine Blog by reader, Cerri Ellis
"Gold Star Wife is a book I'd highly recommend and has earned a place on my keeper shelf." —Romance Junkies, Five Blue Ribbon Review