This short story by Isabella’s niece, Grace Livingston Hill, first appeared in a Christian magazine in 1917.
In “A Journey of Discovery” Louise Hasbrouck knows what everyone expects of her. She just received an offer of marriage from Halsey Carstairs, one of the city’s most eligible bachelors. Louise should feel honored and happy; instead she feels restless and anxious to talk to her old friend, Cecilia, who became a bride herself just two years before.
But when Louise arrives at Cecilia’s sweet little cottage in the country, and sees the life she leads away from the city’s whirling social scene, Louise begins to question the path society has plotted for her. Should Louise accept Halsey’s proposal, or will she find the strength to follow her heart?
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Sounds interesting. I’ve never read Grace before…might try it out;)
This short story will give you a good idea of her writing style, Ryana. Hope you enjoy it! —Jenny
Thanks for the new story! I haven’t read many books by GLH, but I’m looking forward to reading this one as it sounds interesting. 🙂
I thought I’d read everything by Grace Livingston Hill. This is a new one for me. Thank you!
We’re always on the look-out for GLH stories to share. Hope you like this one. —Jenny
I love being able to download the stories to my computer instead of having to print them out because I read on my kindle before I go to sleep.
Glad the Book Funnel set-up is working for you, Kristin! —Jenny
Thanks for the free book! I didn’t hesitate to download it. 🙂
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You’re welcome! —Jenny
Thanks for this. *That* was a quick romance! Had to be short for the magazine I’m sure. I wonder if Aunt Isabella would have written it differently.
I’m sure Isabella would have put her own unique stamp on that story. Thanks for commenting, Barbara! —Jenny
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I like it, too! —Jenny
I have read many of GLH’s books and heartily recommend them to family and friends. So I was delighted to read this new to me story. Thanks for the free read and congratulations on your anniversary!
Thank you, Debby! —Jenny
Thank you so much for sharing this Grace Livingston Hill story that I couldn’t have gotten anywhere else. Mother started me off reading these wonderful Christian works when I was very young, and they have been a lifelong blessing.
You’re welcome, Evona. We love being able to share little gems like this GLH story when we find them. —Jenny
I read a lot of Grace Livingston Hill’s books when I was in school years ago. I enjoy learning about her family.
Glad you enjoy the posts, Brenda! —Jenny
One of my favorite GLH short stories. As much as I love her books, I think she wrote short stories the best. Thank you for sharing so I could re-read it!
Glad you liked it! —Jenny