At Love's Command (Hanger's Horsemen Book #1)

Karen Witemeyer never disappoints! She is a master at writing a well-crafted story with engaging characters, historically accurate settings and thoughtfully integrated faith lessons. Her books make you want to keep reading, and when you are done you only want more. At Love’s Command, book one in her new Hanger’s Horseman series is no exception! At Love’s Command is the first in a new series and introduces a unique band of mercenaries called Hanger’s Horseman. The Horsemen are four ex-cavalry officers whose experiences at the tragedy of Wounded Knee caused them to decide that “killing is off the menu.” They champion the cause of justice and avoid taking lives as much as possible. In At Love’s Command God brings together two wonderful people, who both decided that romantic love just wasn’t for them. Little did they dream of the plans God had in store. Even after they meet, their path to romance is far from smooth, but their journey helps them learn to trust and surrender to God and one another, which is just what these two stubborn and independent individuals needed. In addition to the lovely romance between Matthew Hanger and Dr. Josephine Burkett this book also introduces the supporting characters, who will feature in the rest of the series. They are Matt Hanger’s Horsemen and his family, the charming young Mark Wallace, fiercely loyal Luke “Preach” Davenport and stoic Jonah Brooks. I, for one, am looking forward to seeing how love will come to each of these men and ‘meeting’ the ladies who will be their happily ever after. I received an early copy from the publisher. A positive review was not required and all opinions expressed here are my own.

This is book one in the Hanger's Horsemen series. I look forward to reading more from this series. Karen Witemeyer has a fun, spunky, detailed writing style. If you enjoy historical romance books you will like this one. We are introduced to Hanger's horsemen in this book with the main focus being on Capitan Matthew Hanger. When Matthew meets the beautiful independent Dr. Josephine Burkett their worlds are forever changed. I was given a complementary copy of this book for my honest opinion.

At Love's Command Hanger's Horsemen #1 By Karen Witemeyer Matthew Hanger and his men are ex-cavalry and they have survived the horrors of war. Together they are known as Hanger's Horsemen and they hire themselves out to help the innocent when Texas's lawless run rampant. They have been hired to stop rustlers who are causing no end of grief in Purgatory Springs. But when one of his men takes a bullet Matthew knows help must be swiftly procured. Fortunately for Hanger's Horsemen, Purgatory has Dr. Joe practicing. What Matthew didn't expect was Dr. Joe to be a beautiful, stubborn woman. But Dr. Josephine Burkett is more than competent in her work at saving Wallace's life. And he never expected anyone to touch his heart the way Josephine Burkett has done. The rustlers that the Horsemen have been hired to stop, aren't about stop anytime soon. Worse they seem intent on taking down the Burkett family. Josephine's brother Charlie is taken by the rustlers and a ransom is demanded of their father. Josephine turns to Matt and his men to help her bring her brother home. When their rescue goes wrong, Matthew is left with a decision that he never thought he'd be in - one that finds his head and heart at odds with one another. At Love's Command is the first book in a new series by Karen Witemeyer. This book is a historical romance and is set in 1890s Texas. The writing is excellent as the characters have several facets that make them more than mere words upon the page. The pacing is good, no lagging so interest never wavers. There is a little violence but overall I would say that this is a gentle, clean read. I enjoyed getting to know these characters and wouldn't mind making a return trip to visit with them again in the future. I was provided a complimentary copy of this book with no expectations but that I provide my honest opinion all thoughts expressed are my own.