My Dearest Enemy (War of 1812 Book #1)

Jennifer Moore is a favorite author of mine. I have several of her books and will always buy more. “My Dearest Enemy” is my very favorite book I have read of hers so far. I have bought 3 of this title to share with others. I love the whole story line of this book. It is compelling, romantic, and never drags. I love all of the characters in this story. I love the time era it is written in, the War of 1812. I can’t say enough praise worthy things about this authors writings! BUY! BUY! You won’t be disappointed!

Okay friends. We're back with another round of, "why in the world did it take me so long to read this book?!" I have loved every single book I've read by Jennifer Moore and My Dearest Enemy was no exception. I'm pretty sure this little beauty has everything you could want in a book - a unique setting during the War of 1812in Canada and the north eastern United States, a capable, determined heroine, a brave soldier, an awesome cast of side characters that you can't help but love, a villain that deserves a facer (or a bajillion), action, suspense, and one of the sweetest romances ever. Seriously, what more could you want? Abigail and Emmett were so good for each other. I loved their character growth throughout the story as they began on opposite sides of the war (Abigail being Canadian with a brother in the British army and Emmett being a captain in the American army and all) and quickly recognized each other as people worthy of friendship and love instead of enemies. If this book isn't on your TBR lists already, it definitely deserves a place there! I have spoken.

I think so far this book is my favorite from Author, Jennifer Moore. With a historical setting in the middle of winter weaves the perfect setting for this story to unfold with themes as courage, trust, resilient, strength, patience, determination, problem/conflict, pain, and a delightful clean romance. You can’t help but not fall in love with Abigail, Emmett, and other characters! Such a great book!!!

This book was recommended to me by a friend. I'm not usually into war-romances; but because of my friend's enthusiasm for this book, I decided to try it and I am extremely glad I did. This book had me hooked by page one. I kept waiting for the inevitable "lull" in the book which, to my surprise, never came. It was the perfect blend of clean romance and on-the-edge-of-your-seat action. As soon as I finished "My Dearest Enemy" I headed to Amazon to by "The Shipbuilder's Wife" (The second book in this series). Save yourself the anxiety of waiting on the second book and just buy both books now.

This sweet romance is everything any Historical Romance reader is looking for. Emmett is absolutely heart-tingling, and Abigail is a strong, intelligent woman who knows what she wants...and Emmett is a worthy enemy to chase. Moore has done. Splendid job of weaving history through this story and her research is evident. This book was my favorite read of the summer.

4.5 stars for this latest book by one of my favorite authors. I love the cover and I wanted to read it since it's by Jennifer Moore. Sad to say I don't remember anything about the war of 1812 (high school American History was 44 long years ago), so I had to look up a map to see where the story was taking place. Abigail Tidwell is solely responsible for taking care of her family's farm in Canada since her father and brother are away because of the war. She blames the Americans for her loneliness, and adversity. so imagine her surprise (and possible horror) to find one of the enemy lying badly wounded in her barn. American Army Captain Emmett Prescott doesn't remember much of the Indian attack upon his small group of men or how he came to be in Abigail's barn, but he knows he needs to get back to his men. Emmett gets Abigail to return with him to help one of his severely injured men, and as they spend time together on the journey there and at their makeshift campsite she finds herself attracted to the handsome Captain, even though he's the enemy. Is it traitorous to have feelings for someone on the opposing side? How much can you do to help someone who's in need before you're considered a traitor to your country? Just because someone is considered the enemy does it make it wrong to help them? Abigail is a strong female character for this time. "It seemed once her mind was made up, Abigail was the sort of person who did not alter her course." She's practically a doctor and is in to geology, which was really uncommon for women in the early 1800's. She may have blamed the Americans for her family being away but when she found Emmett badly wounded she didn't hesitate to help him by cleaning and stitching up his wounds, and feeding him. She also went with Emmett to help Barney's brother Luke, who was gravely ill because of a wound he sustained in the Indian attack. I loved how Abigail helped Luke because Barney "asked politely". She helped others out of kindness even if there were her "enemy". I also liked Emmett and his small band of soldiers who took care of each other like family. You can tell Jennifer Moore does her research from all the details in the book describing the battles and the town.

Many twists and turns. I loved seeing the relationships grow. It also has me interested in the war of 1812.

My Dearest Enemy - PG Violence: war, general details Language: nothing offensive Sex: no sex, but there were some swoontastic kisses Whoa, but I love me a strong female lead! Our heroine is amazing and such a kind, loving person. Her perfect match is our Hero and one of the forces that keeps them apart is absolutely terrible. Highly recommend!

Wonderful story! I couldn’t put it down.