Sunday, November 16, 2025

Review: A Promise Engraved

A Promise Engraved A Promise Engraved by Liz Tolsma
My rating: 💛💛💛💛

Liz Tolsma produced another great mysterious dual time story.

Josie’s past was suspenseful, heartbreaking but also hopeful. Even though there was a lot of violence and danger, I enjoyed seeing how Josie rose above her loss and struggles, extended forgiveness and was able to find happiness.

Kayleigh also had a sad past which was the backbone to her passion to help people in similar situations. Her story line was full of danger and attacks and not until the end you see what the person really wanted. I enjoyed her friendships and the building friendship with Brandon, who was another charming not-what-you-will-expect, hero.

Another great installment in the doors to the past series.

*I received a complimentary copy from the publisher. All opinions expressed are my own.*


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About the book:


Can Promises Made in Times of Struggle Endure 200 Years?
 
Visit historic American landmarks through the Doors to the Past series. History and today collide in stories full of mystery, intrigue, faith, and romance.

Young, spirited Josie Wilkins life is about to take a turn when faced with political turmoil and forbidden love in San Antonio of 1836. John Gilbert has won her heart, despite being a Protestant preacher who is forbidden to practice his faith in Texas. Will either of them survive an epic battle for liberty to create a legacy of love?
 
Nearly 200 years later, Kayleigh Hernandez takes breaks from her demanding job as a refugee coordinator working with Mexican migrants to attend flea markets where she has found a uniquely engraved ring. Enlisting the help of appraiser Brandon Shuman, they piece together a love story long forgotten. But will dangers linked to Kayleigh’s work end her own hopes for leaving a legacy built on hope, faith, and love?


About the author:


Liz Tolsma has lived in Wisconsin most of her life, and she now resides next to a farm field with her

husband, their son, and their two daughters. All of their children have been adopted internationally and one has special needs. Her novella, Under His Wings, appeared in the New York Times bestselling collection, A Log Cabin Christmas. Her debut novel, Snow on the Tulips, released in August of 2013. Daisies Are Forever released in May 2014. When not busy putting words to paper, she enjoys reading, walking, working in her large perennial garden, kayaking, and camping with her family. Please visit her blog at 
www.liztolsma.blogspot.com and follow her on Facebook and Twitter (@LizTolsma). She is also a regular contributor to the Barn Door blog.



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