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I'm a little teary-eyed in my heart while writing this review -- for the final installment of the best historical romance series on the market. To recap (in my own words), "Diamonds" (book 1) was the treacherous adventure. "Silver" (book 2) brimmed over with true hope and sincerity. "Emeralds" (book 3) is... the unthinkable.

From "blazing hatred" to "lasting love" is exactly how Gwyn and Dirk's relationship has twisted and then sprouted. But even for them, it's still a rocky road to maintain a marriage filled with steadfast love.

"He was mine, and I was his. We were one. Forever." (Chapter 1, The Sound of Emeralds)

Set in England during the mid-1500s, this series breaks ground on my own bookshelf, for sure; honestly, I just haven't read much fiction that takes place in this time period. For me, it created an all-new reader experience which I enjoyed being in. Many authentic features are drawn into these books, such as the religious issues (Catholicism and Protestantism), social statuses, crime and punishment of the time, and much more.

"Emeralds" goes deeper and into a much darker place than what I had yet seen in Rea's previous two books... and it was thrilling! How did she hold out this long on us readers before bringing in these unfathomable emotions... and heartbreak? I don't want to give away the plot, as I want you to be as taken by surprise as I was... but "Emeralds" will definitely be an emotional read for anyone.

What a marvelous and inspirational trilogy this is. If you, or anyone you know, enjoys Christian historical fiction... you should read The Steadfast Love series. (Recommended for older teens and adults.)

"How could one heart beat inside two separate souls?" (Chapter 9, The Sound of Emeralds)

P.S. I simply cannot wait to hear about Rachelle Rea's next publication, whatever it may be. And so I commence waiting with bated breath.


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The Sound of Emeralds Rachelle Rea 9781939023636 Books Reviews

The Sound of Emeralds
by Rachelle Rea Cobb

After the turmoil that brought them together and an emotional betrothal, Lady Gwyneth and Lord Dirk Godfrey are now married. The two are deliriously happy as they begin their new life among family and friends at Godfrey Estate. Yet not everyone is full of joy for the happy new couple, and Gwyn’s old friend Anders continues to linger. Dirk continues to try and clear his name of crimes he didn’t commit, though it is a struggle. When Gwyn and Dirk receive some good news, their minds are preoccupied with their happiness. Yet when tragedy strikes, they fear it could be the end of this romance that was seemingly doomed from the start.

What a ride this series has been! From Gwyn hating Dirk in the beginning, to now not being able to fathom life without him, Dirk’s undying devotion to Gwyn all the while, we’ve seen a lot happen. And The Sound of Emeralds offers no lack of twists and turns. As the book begins, Gwyn and Dirk are so happy, yet toward the middle, we see them struggle over their loss. I felt bad for them and all they had to deal with, on top of Dirk trying to clear his name. It was tough! But after a time, both came to lean on the Lord and slowly started to heal. Things were not perfect, as few things in this world ever are, yet in the end, Dirk and Gwyn got their happily ever after.

This series has been a realistic one. I’ll admit, one could be skeptical to find that Gwyn and Dirk have fallen in love so quickly in the face of what they’ve been through, though stranger things have certainly happened. But things have never been easy for them, though they have grown up in pampered families. They’ve faced more than their fair share of hardship, but with the Lord’s help have pulled through.

Another thing I like about this series is the covers. I think all of the covers for the Steadfast Love series are pretty, but I think this one is my favorite. It just makes you feel like you could step into the 16th century and I love Gwyn’s gown.

All in all, The Sound of Emeralds was a great conclusion to a charming series that I’d recommend to any fan of historical romance.

I give this book a 4 out of 5.
One mark of a special story and storyteller is when the reader is reluctant to finish the book, the last book in the series(?!) because they've been through so much with the characters. And The End means goodbye.
And so, it is with a bittersweet heart I attempt to share a spoiler-free review of The Sound of Emeralds by my friend Rachelle.
What I love about the series on the whole is that each book picks up almost immediately when the last book left off, and such is the case with this last tale of Gwyn and Dirk's. Incandescently happily married, worry and danger knock on their door with the arrival of a new day--the day after they are married. Gwyn's pursuit to clear Dirk's name is still going strong as it had begun in The Sound of Silver, and it is for this reason and a larger, more fearsome threat than a trial in London, that makes this book as much of a page-turner as its predecessors. Rachelle expertly weaves in the history of the era so you are completely immersed in the vibrant setting and you also, without realizing it, learn more about how things were done back in the 1500's.
As for the romance of these two married characters. If you read Silver and thought that was heartbreaking at parts to read...
For better or for worse, in sickness and in health--Gwyn and Dirk's marriage vows are tested at every turn as the story goes on as they face grievous loss, are called to risk their very lives and love in pursuit of truth and justice. All I can say is, it is a wonder to watch these characters grow and change both separately, and together in this final book in The Steadfast Love trilogy.
The journey, heartache, lessons and hope that ensue between the first page and the beautifully satisfying ending make this my favorite of Rachelle's stories.
I'm a little teary-eyed in my heart while writing this review -- for the final installment of the best historical romance series on the market. To recap (in my own words), "Diamonds" (book 1) was the treacherous adventure. "Silver" (book 2) brimmed over with true hope and sincerity. "Emeralds" (book 3) is... the unthinkable.

From "blazing hatred" to "lasting love" is exactly how Gwyn and Dirk's relationship has twisted and then sprouted. But even for them, it's still a rocky road to maintain a marriage filled with steadfast love.

"He was mine, and I was his. We were one. Forever." (Chapter 1, The Sound of Emeralds)

Set in England during the mid-1500s, this series breaks ground on my own bookshelf, for sure; honestly, I just haven't read much fiction that takes place in this time period. For me, it created an all-new reader experience which I enjoyed being in. Many authentic features are drawn into these books, such as the religious issues (Catholicism and Protestantism), social statuses, crime and punishment of the time, and much more.

"Emeralds" goes deeper and into a much darker place than what I had yet seen in Rea's previous two books... and it was thrilling! How did she hold out this long on us readers before bringing in these unfathomable emotions... and heartbreak? I don't want to give away the plot, as I want you to be as taken by surprise as I was... but "Emeralds" will definitely be an emotional read for anyone.

What a marvelous and inspirational trilogy this is. If you, or anyone you know, enjoys Christian historical fiction... you should read The Steadfast Love series. (Recommended for older teens and adults.)

"How could one heart beat inside two separate souls?" (Chapter 9, The Sound of Emeralds)

P.S. I simply cannot wait to hear about Rachelle Rea's next publication, whatever it may be. And so I commence waiting with bated breath.