A Hope Unburied

Author: Kimberley Woodhouse
Genre: Historical Fiction
Series: Treasures of the Earth #3
Pages: 320
Release Date: September 24, 2024
Publisher: Bethany House Publishers

Beyond the perilous landscape lies a love that defies extinction. . . .

In the bustling world of paleontology in 1916, Eliza Mills defies societal expectations to pursue her passion. Having published her early groundbreaking papers under a false name, she has finally earned her place at the Carnegie Museum and seizes the opportunity to work at Dinosaur National Monument with a renowned paleontologist. But things in Jensen, Utah, aren't what they appear. When Eliza gets the chance to dig up bones at a ranch with a dark history, it sparks a chain of events that will rock the very fabric of her carefully constructed world.

Devin Schmitt, Eliza's closest friend since childhood, harbors unspoken feelings for her but knows he will never be able to win her heart. Just as he vows to give her up for good, Eliza begs him to visit her in Utah for another grand adventure. He reluctantly agrees, and within a few days of his arrival, he and Eliza find themselves entangled in a web of danger where the stakes are much higher than they ever anticipated. Together, Devin and Eliza must hold on to God as their hope as they navigate a treacherous terrain of betrayal to unbury the truth and save Eliza from those who wish to see her fail.

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Reviewer: Linda Klager

Eliza and Devin have been friends since childhood. Eliza was from a rich family, but Devin was not. Eliza’s grandfather made Devin promise that he would never court his granddaughter. Devin held that promise.

Eliza has a brilliant mind and loves paleontology. She enjoys digging for fossils. Initially, she wrote scientific papers with a male name because women were not accepted in this field. Later she felt guilty because, as a Christian, she became a liar.

Devin was a true blue friend to Eliza and supported her work. Later on, his feelings changed to love. Eliza was so focused on her work that she didn’t realize Devin loved her.

I enjoyed learning more about Andrew Carnegie and his work. I am originally from Southwestern Pennsylvania and have greatly admired Carnegie’s work. It was wonderful hearing about the Pittsburgh, PA area, too.

The author did fabulous research and the quotes from Earl Douglas added to the history of this tome. At the end of the book, the author featured Mr. Douglass’ poems.  

I highly recommend this story and want to read books one and two in this series. I have ordered these books and am excited about what will happen.

I received a copy of this wonderful book from Bethany House Publishers via Interviews and Reviews. This is my honest opinion.

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Reviewer: Paula Shreckhise

“The battle between science and faith was real.” 

Eliza Mills was at a unique point in time: when women were venturing into occupations held by men and a time of the discovery of dinosaur fossils and the questioning of the correlation between science and the Bible. All Eliza wants to do is point people to the God who created these awesome creatures. She is also battling the conception of rich girl privilege and advantage. In addition, she is pondering the possibility of more than friendship with Devin Schmidt. 

This was a well-researched and engaging look at what was happening in the scientific world in 1916. I appreciated the portrayal of faith in the main characters and the growth shown. Devin illustrated integrity and steadfastness. Eliza demonstrated determination and owned up to her mistakes and doubts. The romance was slow, steady and principled. As danger stalked Eliza, the villainous actions and turmoil added to the dramatic aspect. 

Since I have been intrigued by archeology for a very long time, this series fueled my interest and satisfied my thirst for knowledge on this topic. 

A complimentary copy of this book was provided by Bethany House Publishers through Interviews and Reviews. I was not required to post a favorable review. All opinions are mine alone.

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Reviewer: Laura J. Davis

Kimberley Woodhouse delivers another epic tale of faith, hope and love in her third book from the Treasures of the Earth series.​

Once again, the author takes her readers into the early days of paleontology, focusing on the difficulties women faced getting into the field. When Eliza Mills is granted the opportunity to participate in a dig, she jumps at the chance.  

I loved the relationship Eliza had with Devin. While they were both devoted to each other, Devin’s love for Eliza had always been true since he was a teenager. However, it took some time for Eliza to move Devin out of the friend zone she had him trapped in. 

The characters were well-developed, and I liked the growth they both had (especially Eliza) in their faith. Trusting God with our lives seemed to be the theme of this book and it showed as each character struggled with their desires and passions versus God’s desires for them. 

I enjoyed seeing the interactions between bigots from one church who tried to shut the dig down but also made it personal with Eliza by calling her horrible things. This level of ignorance is still prevalent today. The added turmoil these church ladies brought added to the mystery of incidents at the dig site. 

If you enjoy dinosaurs, mysteries, friendship to love stories with a strong faith element, you will love A Hope Unburied. I highly recommend it!

I received a complimentary copy courtesy of Bethany House via NetGalley for my honest review.

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Reviewer: Adriann Harris

A Hope Unburied is the perfect ending for this fantastic Treasures of the Earth trilogy by Kimberley Woodhouse. Even if you have not read the previous two books in this trilogy, have no fear, as each can be read as a standalone. Again Woodhouse delivered a story with so much intrigue that I could not wait to see what happened next. 

Woodhouse takes her readers on an amazing adventure from the Carnegie Museum in Pittsburgh to the Dinosaur National Monument in Utah, bringing to life the world of paleontology and the bone wars in 1916. Her vividly portrayed scenic images, phenomenal characters, both real and fictional, and dual suspenseful plots will keep you turning the pages till the very end. This story centers on two fictional characters, Eliza Mills, and her longtime childhood friend, Devin Schmitt, who separately struggle with God’s true path for each of them. Her message throughout this book is to give yourself to HIM, and he will guide you along the path he has chosen for you to follow.

I truly enjoyed my historical journey to the discovery of dinosaur bones in the United States, and Woodhouse’s astonishing prose brought this amazing time in our history to life. Each story in this trilogy is unique and filled with strong Christian values, villains, and a beautiful romance. 

Her inclusion of Earl Douglass’s journal entries enhanced each chapter. Read the author’s notes as they are exceptional and meaningful. I wanted to stay in this world forever, and I cannot wait to see where Kimberly Woodhouse takes her readers next.

A complimentary copy of this book was provided by Bethany House via Net Galley through Interviews & Reviews. I was not obligated to write a favorable review, and all opinions are my own.

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