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Grounded Hearts Kindle Edition

by Jeanne M. Dickson (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 706 ratings
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In the midst of World War II, Ireland has declared herself neutral. Troops found on Irish soil must be reported and interned, no matter which side they are fighting for. When midwife Nan O’Neil finds a wounded young Canadian pilot at her door, she knows she’s taking a huge risk by letting him in. Not only is she a widow living alone, but if caught harboring a combatant, she’ll face imprisonment.

Still, something compels Nan to take in “flyboy” Dutch Whitney, an RAF pilot whose bomber has just crashed over County Clare. While she tends to his wounds and gives him a secret place of refuge, the two begin to form a mutual affection—and an unbreakable bond.

But Nan has another secret, one that has racked her with guilt since her husband’s death and made her question ever loving again. As Nan and Dutch plan his escape, can he help restore her faith?

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“Grounded Hearts fully captured my attention and reader heart! This book is delightfully immersive and engaging and reading it is an experience I won’t soon forget! The rich setting and intriguing historical circumstances saturate the story with a cozy rainy day atmosphere. Bake some cookies and grab your favorite blanket, reader friends, you won’t want to put this one down!…Overall, I am amazed and delighted that this is Ms. Dickson’s debut novel, just WOW! I can’t wait to read more stories from this promising author.” —Faithfully Bookish

“In Grounded Hearts, author Jeanne M. Dickson has crafted a novel that readers of historical fiction and especially of WWII fiction will absolutely love. Dickson has created characters that readers will immediately fall in love with and a story that will entice and enthrall. The story progresses in a way that readers will want to keep reading and not set the novel down. Well written, engaging, and filled with history and romance, this is a story that readers will enjoy.” —Singing Librarian Books

“If you’re a fan of World War II novels, you’re going to love Grounded Hearts. It’s got everything a story of love during a time of war needs for its readers to be swept away, and the Irish setting is fresh, new, and memorable. You haven’t heard this WWII story yet, and you’re going to want to!” —Susan Meissner, author of A Bridge Across the Ocean

“Grounded Hearts by Jeanne Dickson is a romantic and compelling tale. The details on wartime life in neutral Ireland are fascinating, and the village is filled with a charmingly humorous populace. Dutch and Nan are appealing characters with depth, and their relationship sizzles as they both find healing. Exciting, romantic, funny…Don’t miss Grounded Hearts! I loved this book.” —Sarah Sundin, author of the Waves of Freedom

About the Author

Jeanne M. Dickson was born into an Irish American family, the only girl surrounded by four brothers. Her grandmother lived with them and was a constant source of stories about life in Ireland and the saints and ancestors long gone from this earth. She credits her mother, her aunts, and her grandmother with her love of storytelling.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01N1WORK8
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Waterfall Press (June 13, 2017)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 13, 2017
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1600 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
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  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 350 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 706 ratings

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GROUNDED HEARTS is a 2018 RWA RITA Award Finalist.

Jeanne M. Dickson was born into an Irish American family, the only girl surrounded by four brothers. Her grandmother lived with them and was a constant source of stories about life in Ireland and the saints and ancestors long gone from this earth. She credits her mother, her aunts, and her grandmother with her love of storytelling.

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LEMB
5.0 out of 5 stars HIGHLY RECOMMEND
Reviewed in the United States on July 15, 2017
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OHMYGOODNESS, could NOT put this one down! I love WWII love stories and I'd never read one set in Ireland before, so I was very intrigued. I'm very thankful that the author let us 'hear' both Nan and Dutch's thoughts (lol I just finished one that was all from the girl's POV and it was decidedly missing something, lol). I fell in love with Dutch - ohmystars. I did get a bit perturbed at him at times when he did too much too soon after being so injured, but then again, the men in my life (husband, sons) would do the very same, so that was true to life, haha. Nan was wonderful, so very loving, giving, and loyal. I felt so sorry for her for the load of guilt and condemnation she was carrying - blame largely laid on the shoulders of that horrid priest in her town. I love the Christian elements to the story and how Nan and Dutch are both active believers and believe in the power of prayer and that the Lord hears and answers. Wow, there are some really exciting, edge of your seat parts in the story where I was SURE they were about to all get caught - whoo! And that Shamus Finn, what a disgusting character, he even stank, lol. I loved the romance between these two people caught up in Ireland's frustrating 'neutrality' law. (I read one review where the reader did not like the romance...um...that's what the story is labeled, a romance...but anyway...) I couldn't figure out how the author would work everything out, and I loved the way she did. Would recommend this book highly. Very well written, historical romance, with just enough history and details, and lots of steamy emotions - while staying profanity and sex free. Well done. I can't wait for more from this author!
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K.B.
4.0 out of 5 stars Strong female characters make this a good WWII read
Reviewed in the United States on June 17, 2017
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3.5 stars

Irish midwife, Nan O'Neil finds herself in a predicament when an injured Canadian pilot shows up on her doorstep. Ireland has decided to stay neutral during World War II and Nan is therefore required to report the foreign soldier to authorities so he can be interned. After tending to his wounds, she decides to temporarily give him shelter until he is fit enough to sneak up into Northern Ireland where he will be safe. This isn't the only secret she is keeping from others. Nan has been wracked with guilt over what really happened in the death of her first husband. Does she even deserve a second shot at love?

I have read quite a few World War II novels over the years but I think this is the first time I have ever read one with Ireland as the setting. Most of the books usually take place in France, England or Germany. So even though this is a typical war romance novel the location made it a little more unique.

What I enjoyed most about the book was the strong female characters. The midwife, the doctor, and the female mechanic were all capable of taking care of themselves and were independent. This fact isn't really surprising or shocking but just nice that it was displayed full force in this book.

Faith plays a big part in Nan's life but it didn't really overtake the story line in my opinion. There are plenty of cheeky sexual innuendos throughout the book so I wouldn't classify this as Christian fiction even though religion plays a part in the story.

Overall, this is a solid World War II romance. Towards the end it gets a bit messy and a bit absurd but it still is an entertaining read. If you like romance novels especially during WWII than definitely give this one a shot.

I received a free ebook in a giveaway and that is my honest review.
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Adrienne
5.0 out of 5 stars Grand Story
Reviewed in the United States on October 11, 2023
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Loving reading about Ireland during world war 2. Love the love story but also the excitement and the town. Clean and well written! Grand Story!
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Frank
5.0 out of 5 stars A really good book of any genre.
Reviewed in the United States on September 27, 2017
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I'm a male. I've read a lot about WWII, and visited Ireland, but I knew little about what Ireland was about during the war other than its neutrality. I've been enlightened. This may be Christian romance (I don't generally read romances) but the romance is sizzling. The story is seamless, the characters well-written. It has humor, a great deal of adventure, wonderful questions about our morality, and I am just not speaking of Christian morality. I have read a lot of books this calendar year, including some real classics, and this book was really well-done. Absolutely five stars.
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3.0 out of 5 stars Audiobook Review by Christian Shelf-Esteem
Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2017
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I was in nursing school when I met my pilot husband; who’s father’s side of the family immigrated from Ireland just three generations ago. Therefore, when I read the synopsis of Grounded Hearts my curiosity was piqued. March brought with it Jeanne M. Dickson’s cover reveal and I was totally smitten... To the extent that I joined the Litfuse Blogger tour!  However, when printing was delayed I pre-ordered a digital copy along with audible narration.

Alana Kerr Collins was the perfect narrator for this story. Her lilting Irish brogue captured the story in a way I could never have achieved on my own. Add to this her ability to convey the urgency or intimacy of a scene and you have a pretty perfect audio performance.

Dickson gave me a crash course in Ireland’s neutrality during WWII as well as a refresher course in Catholicism. As to the first, I believe she adequately explains Ireland's political climate during war and how they implemented and executed interment for Allied and Axis combatants. To the later, nothing on the cover keys potential readers into the integral role Catholicism will play in the story. However, the Church’s views on suicide, confession, penance, relics, and worship make up the very fabric of who Nan is and what governs her decision making.

Nan’s concealment of Dutch as well as her efforts to smuggle him to freedom are reminiscent of other stories set in Europe during this time period. Instead of the SS we have the sleazy, status seeking, Shamus Finn. We also have a network of co-conspirators—a hilarious group of women and one unconventional American doctor. What may be new to some Christian fiction readers is the rather steamy scenes between Nan and Dutch. Overall, a good debut novel even if some aspects were a little unexpected.
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