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The Strange Proposal

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I've read 60 of her books so far and I believe this to be the most well written in terms of beautifully soaring prose, poetical love notes, inspiring life-changing conversions and engaging secondary characters. Such a delight that I wish there were a sequel to this one.

Love-at-first-sight on best man John Saxon's part as he espies Mary Elizabeth walk up the isle as maid-of-honor. She drives him to the train station after the wedding as he blurts out his love. As Mary tries to find out all about him from his friends, they embark on a long-distance correspondence. By the time they see each other again, their lives have become gloriously entangled.

Told from the standpoint of both lovers (more from Mary), and key mutual friend of theirs, a well-developed early-teen character. More humor than usual from GLH. Best written of what I've seen so far, and tied for my favorite of hers with about eight other stories.

This is not mentioned in the description. White Orchids, the story of Jeff and Camilla comes first. John Saxon is minor character in W.O. It is much better to read W.O. before S.B.

This was an ok read. It is very Christian and sweet, but I am not sure I would read anything else by this author. I did enjoy the beginning and how he saw what he wanted and went after it. I didn't read the first book and all the characters at the beginning wasn't too bad, it can be a stand alone read. I guess what bothered me was the preachyness.Of coerce these aren't my beliefs in the book so it is hard to read about that kind of narrowmindedness, not that I am picking on that religion. It's just not what I believe and therefore hard to read.

a beautiful book of christian values and of tender, deep love.
a man proposes to a woman who, however, is not who he believes her to be. he pours out his heart in a letter to her. she instantly falls in love with him, and is led to the Lord by his letter. a wonderful adventure follows until they finally find each other....

"The Strange Proposal" is my personal favorite of all of Hill's books. The story is timeless and the characters are fresh and interesting. If you are a Christian, and like Grace's books, please read this one. You'll be glad you did!

A new favorite of GHL. Keeps you interested from pg one. to the end.If you love romance,mystry,Christ,and the bad guy losing you'll love this book. You'll love to follow Mary Elizabeth on her journey w/cousin Sam.

Oh my, this book is just, oh! so wonderful! I picked it up in a vintage thrift store and have read it several times since. I gave it to my mother to read as well...she thought it was marvelous! This is by far my favorite book. Charming, simple, elegant, and makes me feel good every time I read it. Do read it for yourself, you will not be able to put it down!