Reviews for Courting Trouble

Cecelia's Christian Fiction Blog:

"This book was amazing! It's probably the best book I've read so far [this year]! If you haven't read this book then I think you should go and purchase your copy today! The book is funny, entertaining and the story just draws you in. I savored every word of this book and after I was finished, I found myself going back, reading certain passages that stuck with me - it is EXTREMELY RARE for me to do this!"

Library Journal:

"Essie's journey is touching, funny, and refreshingly atypical of the romance genre. Her faith and fearless determination will warm the hearts of readers who enjoy gentle historicals. This delightful follow-up to the 2006 Christy Award-winning A Bride Most Begrudging and The Measure of a Lady is recommended for historical fiction collections and readers wanting a different, spiritual twist to the traditional romantic tale."

Relz Reviews:

“COURTING TROUBLE is stamped with [Gist’s] trademark humor and quirky characters ... Gist bravely addresses the reality many face when a desperation to be loved and desired combine.”

Deborah, CFBA Book Review:

"Excellent, unusual, romantic story with a spunky heroine."

Cindy Mealer, Kwips & Kritiques: 5 STARS *****

"COURTING TROUBLE is a hugely entertaining story. It is funny and touching with a poignant message that will cut straight to readers' hearts."

Inspiration Romance Writer Reviews
10 out of 10

"Courting Trouble is a wonderful slice of small town life in the late 1800s ... Gist breaths life into this setting and it become a vital part of the story ... Gist creates a heartwarming story with an unexpected ending that will warm the heart and tickle the soul. Courting Trouble is a great read that will bring inspiration to even the most picky reader."

Romantic Times: 4 STARS ****

“Readers will hold their breath as passions are flared, limits are crossed and secrets are revealed. Aside from a great storyline, highlighted with humor, readers will appreciate the insights that are revealed as we follow Essie on her journey toward love and acceptance."

Marilyn Rondeau, Reviews International Organization: 5 STARS *****

"From the very first pages the reader will find this one hard to set down. Essie is — in a word – spectacular! ... I was most impressed with this newer author’s previous novels A BRIDE MOST BEGRUDGING and THE MEASURE OF A LADY. But with this latest book positively sparkling with vitality and uplifting entertainment, I can emphatically state Gist has won me over completely."

Michelle Sutton, ACFW:

"[Gist] created a dynamic, quirky, unique characterization in Essie ... This story gave me a powerful emotional experience ... It is the best of her three books.”

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