A Truth Revealed

Author: Tracie Peterson
Genre: Historical Romance
Series: The Heart of Cheyenne #3
Pages: 320
Release Date: November 5, 2024
Publisher: Bethany House Publishers

In the midst of darkness, only faith and love can illuminate their path forward.

Laura Evans, a spirited young woman with a deep-rooted faith in God, returns home from college to her father--unaware of his dark secrets. Determined to live by her faith while respecting her father's contrasting views, Laura's world shifts when she crosses paths with a devoted preacher.

Wilson Porter is driven by a calling to work with the Shoshone people but faces constant delays from government officials. Then tragedy strikes, shaking his faith and causing him to question everything he once believed. As Will and Laura's tentative friendship grows into something more, they are ensnared in a web of dark secrets and injustices. Together, they're confronted with a daunting question: Will their shattered lives leave them with an uncertain path forward--or can love withstand it all?

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Reviewer: Paula Shreckhise

Another treasure about the old west from the pen of Tracie Peterson.

I appreciate the research evident in this story about the early days of Cheyenne, Wyoming. The town is starting to grow as Laura arrives to reunite with her father after so many years apart. She has a strong faith, even though she has been through difficulties. 

“My faith was all that got me through. Knowing that God was there and would never leave me was everything I longed for because everyone else had gone.” 

I always respect how the author weaves the Gospel into her stories and depicts characters with strong Christian values. But she also shows how Will Porter can be tested in his faith so that he can grow stronger in the Lord. I especially liked the use of the two greatest commandments and how they apply to all Christians: Loving God and loving your neighbor.

The story was well crafted with danger, mystery, romance, and a few surprises. This was an enjoyable conclusion to the series.

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

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Reviewer: Conny Withay

“She had confronted him about lying to her, and yet he didn’t seem to understand nor care,” Laura realizes in Tracie Peterson’s novel, A Truth Revealed.

The third and final book in The Heart of Cheyenne series, this 313-page paperback targets those interested in a historical romance about a young woman in Wyoming who idolizes her father who she barely knows. With no profanity, topics involving lying, theft, murder, and death may not be appropriate for immature readers.

Set in 1868 in the growing town of Cheyenne, 22-year-old Laura is more than happy to finally live with her father after ten years of being apart. While she has always held her father in high regard, there are cracks in his impressive, outstanding character that she cannot ignore. When she meets Will, a preacher with a heart for the Indians, she helps him deal with his loss, but the two learn to put all their trust in God.

America’s West has always been intriguing to me, so I have enjoyed this series about living in a small town. The emotional quandary Laura deals with on wanting to do what is honorable to her father, but required by God was well written. I greatly appreciate that the story included the eternal plan of salvation that so many Christian writers seem to skip over.

Those who do not have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ may not like this story that focuses on God’s love while healing from tragedy. Some may not like a couple of the characters appearing pious or perfect in many ways.

While the story confirms that lying is wrong, at one point it almost seems acceptable for one person to do it, which may confuse some readers. Since this is a series, it may be helpful to include a map of Cheyenne and a list of characters.

If you like a historical romance, this final book in the series searches for the truth among the lies while trusting in God for answers.

Thanks to Bethany House and Interviews & Reviews for this complimentary book. I am under no obligation to give a positive review.

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