Ann H. Gabhart has been called a storyteller. With 40 published books for adults and young adults, the title fits. Ann likes to wrap her stories around Kentucky historical times and settings. She’s written about Shakers in The Outsider and other titles, explored Appalachian history for stories like The Song of Sourwood Mountain, mined family history for Angel Sister, Scent of Lilacs, and more. For her new release, The Pursuit of Elena Bradford, Ann stepped back to the 1840s for the historical Kentucky setting of Graham Springs Hotel, often called the Saratoga of the West. Ann and her husband have three children and nine grandchildren. She keeps her keyboard warm out on their Kentucky farm where her dogs, Frankie and Marley, make sure she gets plenty of exercise. To find out more about Ann and her books or to check out her blog, visit her website, www.annhgabhart.com.
The Pursuit of Elena Bradford
Step into the glittering world of Graham Springs, Kentucky, where healing waters promise restoration, evening dances offer romance, and secrets lurk beneath the surface in Ann H. Gabhart’s enchanting new novel, The Pursuit of Elena Bradford.
Elena Bradford has yet to meet a man to make her consider marriage, but when her father dies leaving the family deeply in debt, a favorable match for Elena is their only hope. As her mother schemes to find a wealthy match for Elena at Graham Springs, Elena is drawn to two men her mother would never consider. Charming artist Kirby Frazier has his own mission of finding a wealthy bride to finance his dream of going west to capture the scenes there with his paintbrush. Andrew Harper is at the Springs Hotel in need of healing after a broken heart. When an unexpected tragedy occurs, Elena, Kirby, and Andrew are faced with decisions of life, love, and loyalty.
With her trademark blend of historical detail and emotional depth, bestselling author Ann H. Gabhart delivers a compelling tale of romance and intrigue that will keep readers guessing until the final page. The Pursuit of Elena Bradford masterfully weaves together themes of duty versus desire, the price of truth, and the healing power of authentic love.