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The Reluctant Healer of Halifax
Christian historical romance
The Reluctant Healer of Halifax
When the Halifax Explosion devastates the city on December 6, 1917, Pearline loses her parents, cannot find her brother, and is left caring for a sister who has stopped speaking. Oliver returns from war scarred both physically and emotionally and believes those wounds make him unfit for the future—and the romance—he once imagined. As Pearline begins caring for children left parentless by the disaster, their separate griefs repeatedly bring them into one another's path. This historical romance uses the aftermath of a real catastrophe to explore trauma, caregiving, faith, and two people who must decide whether healing can include a second chance at love.
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Content notes
World War I combat trauma and disfigurement; shell shock/PTSD; broken engagement; catastrophic Halifax Explosion with mass casualties and citywide destruction; deaths of parents, missing child/brother, traumatized nonverbal sister, orphaned children; grief and rescue/caregiving; Christian faith and clean romance.
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Honeyed Earl Grey
A fragrant cup of tea suits romantic anticipation and a little escapism.
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- Steep the tea and any herbs or whole spices in hot water according to the tea type, then strain. Stir in sweetener and juices. Serve hot.
- Garnish: Citrus peel, herb, or fruit from the recipe, if applicable.
- Glassware: Mug.
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French 75
For adults of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
A slow-sipping glass of wine suits romantic anticipation and a little escapism.
What you'll need
- 1 oz gin
- 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice ↗
- 1/2 oz simple syrup ↗
- 3 oz brut sparkling wine
- Ice for shaking ↗
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How to mix it
- Shake gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup with ice. Strain into a flute and top with sparkling wine.
- Garnish: Lemon twist.
- Glassware: Champagne flute.
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