When I read on Robin Lee Hatcher’s blog that she was offering advanced reader copies of her new novel, I was like a 1st grader bouncing up and down in her seat saying, “ooo oooo pick me pick me”.

Thankfully, I entered fast enough to be included in the group. I can’t remember when I found Robin Lee Hatcher’s books, but I’ve enjoyed every one of them.

A Vote of Confidence is the first book in The Sisters of Bethlehem Springs series.

Here’s what Robin’s website says about this book:

Who says a woman can’t do a man’s job?

Put up or shut up! Complaining about Bethlehem Springs’ dissolute mayoral candidate, Gwen Arlington is challenged to take on the role herself. For seven years, she’s carved out an independent life in the bustling mountain town of Bethlehem Springs, Idaho, teaching piano and writing for the local newspaper. But now she’s a single woman running for mayor — and in 1915 this decision is bound to stir up trouble.

Morgan McKinley is fed up with the delays that hinder the construction of New Hope Health Spa, a place where both rich and poor can come for rest and healing. New to the area, he has determined that serving as mayor would help him push through his agenda for progress.

Gwen and Morgan each want to prove they are the most qualified candidate, not only to voters but to each other, and so sparks fly as the two campaign. Although Morgan has learned to guard his heart as fiercely as Gwen guards her independence, could they learn to be allies instead of adversaries?

This first book in the Sisters of Bethlehem Springs Series provides intriguing insights into how women challenged convention and shaped America in the early twentieth century.

I enjoyed reading about Gwen’s foray into politics. She is a high spirited bold girl. Morgan is of course the dashing man who threatens everything she’s worked for.

Gwen even teaches piano lessons–wait until you read who her newest student is!

I enjoy Robin’s books because the characters are believable and the story is always interesting. She also weaves faith and Scripture into the book and it never comes across as “cheesy” or preachy.

If you enjoy historical fiction, pick up A Vote of Confidence and enjoy Robin’s newest book.

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