A View Most Glorious

Written by Regina Scott

Narrated by Rachel Botchan

Reluctant socialite Coraline Baxter longs to live a life of significance and leave her mark on the world. When her local suffragette group asks her to climb Mount Rainier to raise awareness of their cause, she jumps at the chance, even though
she has absolutely no climbing experience. If she can do it, any woman can do it. And after her mother issues an ultimatum—that Cora marry the man of her mother’s choosing if she fails—Cora must do it. But she can’t do it alone.

Noted mountain guide Nathan Hardee initially refuses to help Cora but has a change of heart when he sees what is at stake. He knows enough about the man Cora’s mother has chosen to know that the headstrong young woman should
have nothing to do with him, much less marry him.

These unlikely partners may just discover that only together is the view most glorious.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Recorded Books, Inc.
• Release date: Oct 5, 2021
• ISBN: 9781705039168

Regina Scott

Regina Scott started writing novels in the third grade. Thankfully for literature as we know it, she didn’t actually sell her first novel until she had learned a bit more about writing. Since her first Regency romance was published in 1998, her stories have traveled the globe, with translations in many languages including Dutch, German, Italian, and Portuguese. She is now the author of more than 50 works of warm, witty historical romance.She and her husband of over 30 years live south of Tacoma, Washington, on the way to Mt. Rainier. She has driven four in hand, dressed like a Regency dandy, learned to fence, and sailed on a tall ship, all in the name of research, of course.Sign up for her free newsletter at https://subscribe.reginascott.com so you'll always know when a new book is out or on sale and receive exclusive short stories.

Reviews for A View Most Glorious

[drsyko_1 · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

I really enjoyed this book. It's a fairly formulaic historical romance, but it's a cut above most of the ones I've read. The protagonist wants to climb a mountain to bring publicity to the suffrage movement and hires a guide to help her. Thus ensues the typical back and forth of a romance novel, but the characters are unique and interesting, and the descriptions of how difficult it was to climb a high elevation mountain during a time when little existed in the way of mountain climbing equipment. It was truly dangerous and highly difficult. These scenes made the book exciting and suspenseful. I also enjoyed the suffrage history in this story. Overall, this was a fun read.

[polarmath · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Coraline makes a deal, a climb to the top of Mt Rainier in exchange for her step father’s bank getting bailed out. She knows it will take all she has,but she has the motivation for it. She realizes she needs help and turns to Nathan for help. Nathan knows his way around and has extra motivation as well. He agrees to help Coraline out in the climb to the top. Along the way they will encounter more than expected. I really enjoyed this look in to the past and felt like I was there at times along the way.I received a copy to read, the review is mine.

[becky_l-1 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Fighting for women’s suffrage, climbing Mt. Rainier, and fighting society’s unnecessary restrictions, are all themes Regina Scott deals with in A View Most Glorious. Coraline Baxter decides to climb Mt. Rainier (or is it Tacoma?) with social outcast and mountain guide, Nathan Hardee. Doing so will draw attention to her cause and free her of her mother’s matrimonial expectations.I don’t know if I was delighted or dismayed by the big loop Scott throws the reader for as a character makes a totally unexpected decision. It certainly upped the ante for the outcome of the perilous journey!Faith is a quiet, steadying influence in both Hardee’s life and the book. Several times, Nathan can be found with his Bible in hand, worshipping outdoors by himself before the day begins. Scott doesn't preach in this story, but the power of the Scripture and its Creator are very evident.I felt for pitiful Cora, who can stand up for and take care of herself- almost. She is so strong and determined, and she can handle herself at a job in a man’s world. She can be the voice for the suffragettes in Tacoma. Yet, she cannot stand against her mother’s iron will.I loved Cora’s stepfather. He cares for her in a most loving, diligent way. He sacrifices much for Cora and manages to be a go-between for Cora and her mother, without ruffling feathers. Now, if he can just develop a spine!Nathan is rough around the edges, but a gem on the interior. The question is, whether he and Cora can find a common calling, or whether Cora will follow society’s designs.I received a copy of this book from RevellReads via NetGalley. All opinions are my own, and no positive review was required.

[simmmba · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

“A View Most Glorious” by Regina Scott is the third book in the “American Wonders Collection” series. It is absolutely fine as a stand-alone. This installment tells the story of Cora, a young suffragette who decides to prove her independence, make a statement about the abilities of women, and avoid a marriage she doesn't want by climbing Mt. Rainier.This book is definitely character driven. Both main characters (Cora and her mountain guide Nathan) are incredibly well-written. The reader will feel like he/she is gradually getting to know real people as the story moves along and more and more about the characters’ pasts, families, and personalities are revealed. This is a historical romance, so it’s not surprising that feelings grow between the two. I found it interesting that two people from high society backgrounds, both looking for more out of life, managed to find each other. It was fascinating to watch their relationship develop.Although the romance is lovely, it is only one part of what this book has to offer. The relationship unfolds as the couple undertakes a climb of Mt. Ranier together. The reader will learn a lot about the geography of that area, and what it was like to be undertake such a challenge without the benefit of modern equipment and safety gear. There is also plenty of information about daily life, religion, clothing, food, and the role of women during that time. Despite learning quite a bit, you will never be bored or feel like you’re sitting in a history lecture. All of this information is presented as part of the story, and is truly fascinating!Since this is a Christian novel, I’ll address the role of Christianity in the story. Nathan is a devout Christian, and lives as he believes. His daily morning devotions provide an excellent example for Cora, as well as for the reader. It is always nice to read about a Christian person (Nathan) who lets his faith guide his actions without constantly announcing it and trying to force it onto others. I thought the religious aspect of this novel was handled perfectly.5 out of 5 slices of thinly sliced, ultra-sharp Cheddar!

[gincam · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Author Regina Scott brings her remarkable "American Wonders Collection" to a close with Book Three, "A View Most Glorious". In Tacoma, Washington of 1893, Miss Coraline Baxter is very much a young woman of the times--caught between the suffragette movement and the lingering views of "a woman's place" still held by older society women like her own mother. Cora's father had deserted them when Cora was only six, and a year later, they received word of his death. Her mother's second husband had been a drinker, and after his death, she and Cora were evicted from their home. Fortunately, Cora's second stepfather, Winston, was both kind and wealthy, and he and Cora had a close relationship. A request from her fellow suffragettes for her to climb Mt. Rainier as a way to bring attention to their cause has Cora searching for a knowledgeable guide. Her mother's opposition to the idea is accompanied by her demand that Cora agree to marry the rich and eligible Cash Kincaid if she can't complete the climb. Winston arranges a meeting with a most reputable and reliable guide, Nathan Hardee. Skeptical of Cora's ability to physically meet the demands of the climb, he at first refuses the offer. However, he changes his mind when he learns that Cora's mother is pressuring her to marry Kincaid, a man whom Nathan despises. Nathan was once the son of a wealthy society family, and like many others his family had endured great losses in the financial panic of the era. His own father had amassed a great debt and then taken his own life. Nathan had turned his back on society then, and turned toward a new life as an outdoorsman. If helping Cora was a way to keep Kincaid from gaining what he desired, then Nathan would do his best to safely guide her up and down the mountain and back to her home and family. When Cora and Nathan begin their grand adventure, they have no idea that it will turn out to be a journey of a lifetime for them both. As they make their way along the trail, they get to know each other as they also learn more about themselves. The misconceptions they first had of each other begin to fade away, and in their place comes awareness and appreciation. Surrounded by the majestic beauty of the mountains, they also feel an affirmation of their faith. Can it be that their "view most glorious" will open their eyes to the truth around them and lead to a loving and happy future with each other? I highly recommend the "American Wonders Collection"--three stand alone works with the common theme of national parks--for those who love American history and inspirational romance.Book Copy Gratis Revell Books

[harleyqgrayson02 · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

I won this book from librarything.com early member giveaway for a honest review. This is my own opinion. This is the third book in the series. You can read it as a stand alone book. The book was good, I loved some of the characters and some I didn't. It is a clean book, which is nice. It is a Christian historical fiction book. The plot and scenery was very nice. The adventure was great too.

[mizroady · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Coraline Baxter was not your average woman for the late 1800’s. She was a mixture of that era’s women’s libber and a proper lady that followed all the social customs of time. A suffragette, college graduate, intelligent, creative but she had definite ideas about what she wanted in life. On the other hand she totally under the thumb of her overbearing, social snob of a mother. She couldn’t’ seem to truly stand up to her. To escape her mother’s choice for her marriage to Cash Kincaid, a creepy (in my opinion) socially successful business man, she came up with a plan. Her suffrage group had a publicity idea to draw attention to women’s votes: climb Mount Rainier. Somehow she persuades her mother to agree to call off the wedding if she is successful. I am sure her mother agreed because this was considered close to impossible for a woman, especially one of the “elite” like Coraline.She sets her sights on hiring the best climbing guide there is, Nathan Hardee. He was once big among the wealthy social circles until he left it all behind for a reclusive life in the woods. Not a woman to be told no, other than by her mother, she pursues him until he agrees. The clincher is Coraline has zero climbing experience not in the best of shape. To add to the difficulty her not so healthy stepfather was the only man available to chaperone her. The odds were stacked against her. The story that ensues is filled with adventure, excitement, the unexpected and beautiful scenic descriptions that will ae your breath away! I found it incredible how inadequate their clothing and climbing gear was compared to what is available today! BRRRRR. This made the climb an even greater accomplishment. Coraline’s courage, spunk and sweet spirit won me over! I was impressed that with her snobbish upbringing she was still so loving and accepting of everyone, even those that then would have been considered lower class.Nathan Hardee’s showed such character and integrity, despite his disappointments and bitterness from his past. His strong desire to protect Coraline and her stepfather truly touched me.Throughout the book I just wanted to shake her mother. Her arrogance and attitude of superiority were extremely frustrating. I realized later that all of her misguided attempts to steer her daughter’s future were out of love. She wanted her to have the best and didn’t want Coraline to go through the hard times she had. I wanted to hug Waldo her stepfather. Such a sweet, sweet man that managed to balance his love and support for Coraline and his love and understanding of his wife and her abrasive personality. A story you will enjoy and be inspired by! I received this book from Revell Publishers in exchange for an honest review. The opinions stated are my own.

[lamb521 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Title: A View Most Glorious (American Wonders Collection #3)Author: Regina ScottPages: 368Year: 2021Publisher: RevellMy rating: 5 out of 5 starsThe American Wonders Collection are books that bring scenic places to life as well as moments in history. The first book in the series is A Distance Too Grand, which takes readers on an adventure to the Grand Canyon in the year 1871. The next book is Nothing Short of Wonderous where the story is set at Yellowstone Park in the year 1886. Each tale brings the iconic national monuments to life by the author as she weaves tales of women facing immense challenges with a touch of romance. Each book is a stand-alone and can be read in any order.Regina Scott’s latest addition to the series, A View Most Glorious, takes place in Washington in the year 1893. Coraline Baxter is a young woman who has accomplished many achievements in an era where women normally don’t explore much outside the home. She decides she is going to climb a mountain to bring attention to the suffragette movement. She believes women can accomplish anything. In a bargain she makes with her mother, it is either climb the mountain or marry a man Coraline can’t abide.On the path to making the climb, Cora meets Nathan Hardee, a man who once was a socialite in the same circles as she but now resides in a cabin near the mountain. Nathan doesn’t want to act as her guide but is impressed to do so by the man he shares the cabin with and Cora’s father. The man Cora wants nothing to do with, let alone marry, is also a man who has been able to get Cora’s mother to believe he is someone he is not. Cash Kincaid is out to take Cora as his wife no matter her plans.From start to finish, my heart was captivated by the tale. Cora is a character who while she knows her mind, she also has reasons to avoid marriage. Cash Kincaid is crafted to be a villain and a man no woman would want to marry. He is shifty and while he is polished on the outside it becomes clear how empty he is within. Nathan Hardee is another character I rooted for as I read. His past shows his present and his faith helps him climb a mountain that exists within his soul.Out of the three books thus far in the series, this one is my favorite. I love the friends that prove true and real no matter what society lays out as rules of measurement. I also enjoyed the blooming romance between Cora and Nathan as well as how their relationship becomes an example of give and take. One of the minor characters that touched my heart too is Waldo, who lives with Nathan. I think readers will understand better once they read it than the words I would I use to share. I highly recommend reading the series and sharing them with others, as each brings laughter, a smile and a beacon of hope!Note: The opinions shared in this review are solely my responsibility.

[candyh_64 · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

This is such a good story. It’s the story of Coraline Baxter and the challenges she faces as she climbs Mt Rainer in hopes of helping women gain the right to vote in the late 1800s. The story also deals with the challenges Coraline faces in her relationship with her mother who is an overbearing person. And the story deals with Coraline's relationship with Nathan and finding true love. It’s just good reading and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Thank you LibraryThing for allowing me to read this book.

[eccl-3 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

A View Most Glorious is the third book in the American Wonders Collection by Regina Scott. While being part of a great series, this is a wonderful stand alone story. This story takes place in Washington in 1893. When most people are financially struggling and many out of work, Coraline has attended college and works at her step-father’s bank. To avoid a marriage she does not want, she makes a deal with her mother that if she can climb Mount Rainer, she will not be forced to marry.This is a fun book to read that has several messages within it. Cora’s mother has married three times and uses her status to get what she wants. Cora longs for living a different life, one of value and helping others. Her step-father loves her as his own and will do anything to help her. Nathan left the life he was use to after his father’s death and now lives away from the city while helping others. His mother married after his father’s death to maintain her position in society and had nothing to do with him.This is an easy to read story with wonderful main characters. It is well written and easy to imagine the breathtaking view of the mountain and it’s surroundings. I really enjoyed how Nathan and Cora were able to make it through the climb as well as dealt with their mother’s attitudes and make allowances in their lives for the good of not just themselves but their families as well.I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher through NetGalley, this is my honest review.

[lifeofliterature · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This series has included the most beautiful scenery descriptions! I have a strong desire to climb Mount Rainier after reading this story. I love books with strong female leads and this novel has just such a character. Coraline is tenacious and determined, fighting social norms and working towards causes in which she believes. I enjoyed reading about the interactions of her and Nathan and their adventures. I liked the give and take of their relationship and felt that they respected each other, which I appreciated. The secondary characters were also interesting and time passed easily as I read this novel. I have really enjoyed this series and look forward to more by this author!I received a complimentary copy of this book from the LibraryThing Early Reviewers Program. Opinions expressed in this review are entirely my own.

[thequietreader · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Headstrong Coraline Baxter is on a mission. She must reach the top of Mt. Ranier to bring attention to women's suffrage...and avoid marriage to the wealthy man her mother keeps pushing at her. Nathan Hardee was once part of high society, but left it all behind for a simpler, more fulfilling life. Escorting a socialite up a mountain is the last thing he wants to do, but if it will get back at the man who ruined his family, Nathan is willing to offer his aid. Climbing Mt. Ranier will take all the strength this unlikely pair can muster, and they just might find love along the way.This has been an interesting series. I didn't know much about Victorian era hikers, but it was interesting to see a little of the history behind climbing Mt. Ranier. The author did an excellent job of bringing the time period and the scenery to life.Of the two main characters, I found Nathan to be the most interesting. He left behind everything he knew for a simpler life. I liked his personality and his motivation was believable. It was harder to warm up to Cora. She was volunteered by the suffrage group as the most likely to make the climb.I also didn't quite buy the romance. It happened too fast for me to believe. The rest of the plot was well-paced and full of details.Readers of historical fiction who have an interested in women's suffrage may enjoy this one. I was given a free copy from the publisher and all opinions expressed are my own.

[sbmc-1 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

It’s been too long since I’ve read a Regina Scott book! Brimming with historical tidbits, lovable characters, witty and humorous dialogue, this well-written book with an engaging plot should be on every historical fiction lover’s must-read list. I loved Cora’s independent spirit and determination. Nathan’s backstory and his emergence as a new man with faith tugged at the heartstrings and made him so real and swoony. I felt like I was on the mountain with them as they climbed - and the journey indeed was most glorious. It’s book 3 in the series but can totally be read as a stand alone. I received the book from publisher and via NetGalley and was under no obligation to post a positive comment. All opinions are solely my own.

[ecataldi-1 · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

I've enjoyed all three novels in Regina Scott's American Wonders collection. They act as standalones but the thing that ties them all together is that they take place at National Parks before they are even considered National Parks. A View Most Glorious follows Cora Baxter's quest to get to the top of Mount Rainier to raise awareness for the suffragette cause. For propriety's sake she will travel with her stepfather and a guide - but the guide in question happens to be a prickly man that once held the same social standing that Cora does. Nathan Hardee is reluctant to take the spoiled society girl to the top of the mountain as it's treacherous and she has no experience. She eventually wins him over and as they set out on their journey they discover that they have more in common then they thought. Cora falls in love with the exertion and the beauty all around her - and in the process Nathan starts to fall a little for her. There are more dangerous things than than mountain path to watch out for though; Cora's dastardly suitor and her conniving mother have a few tricks up their sleeves. Historical romance at it finest - inspirational fans won't want to miss out.

[virginia51-1 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

You are not going to want to miss reading this wonder book. The title of the book tells you what you need to know. Coraline and Nathan both need to learn what they really want in life. They both get to learn in one way when Nathan is hired to take Coraline up to the summit of Mount Rainier. Coraline and Nathan both need to learn to stand up for themselves in many ways. I loved the descriptions of the climb up this mountain. I did not want to put this book down. I received a copy of this book from Revell for a fair and honest opinion that I gave of my own free will.

[grammy57 · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

This is the 3rd book in the series. I read the first book but missed the second somehow. I'm sorry I did as this series is really good. I'm thankful I was chosen to read and review this third book.This book is well written and easy to read. It is a Christian book with a strong woman leading character with some romance thrown in. It is not preachy and shows how someone with strong faith can influence someone weaker.The descriptions are excellent, transporting the reader to new places. The characters are quite well developed. The editing was excellent, especially since I was reading an ARC book. I was given an ARC copy to read and review on my request. The review is totally my own opinion.

[lynette.williams · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

An enjoyable read! This book is well-crafted with great descriptions and a strong plot. While it is the third book in a series, it functions as a stand-alone. I hadn’t read any others in the American Wonders series, or even any of Regina Scott’s other works, but I will be checking them out now!

[tealadytoo · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This novel is thoroughly enjoyable, both warm and inspiring. Cora is a winning heroine,. She is full of grit and determination, yet not so willful that she does not struggle to accommodate those she loves. The most difficult, and most relatable relationship is with her mother. Cora recognizes that her mother loves her deeply, has sacrificed greatly for her daughter, and truly wants what is best for her. Unfortunately, her ideas of what is best are entirely wrong for Cora, and her grit and determination are a match for Corals at every turn.The author clearly loves Mt. Ranier, and it is wonderful to vicariously appreciate its splendor through the eyes of Cora and Nathan. I highly recommend this story when a reader is seeking something both entertaining and uplifting.I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.

[anne_rightler-1 · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Not having read anything from Regina Scott, I wasn't sure what to expect when I read A View Most Glorious. But I will be reading more from this author. Even though it is the third book in the American Wonders Collection, it is easily a stand-alone book. Scott is an excellent storyteller and has created compelling, unforgettable characters and placed them against the backdrop of the mountains in Washington state. The story explores various relationships--family, friendships, romantic, and that of the scheming wanna-be suitor. Cora is determined to climb Mt. Rainier for a couple of reasons--one, to bring the cause of women's vote to the forefront, and two, to ensure she does not have to marry the man her mother has chosen for her. Scott keeps the tension high as the story advances. With raging rivers, rockslides, and mountain crevasses to navigate across, I wondered if Cora indeed would have to give in to her mother's wishes--especially when Mr. Wanna-be kept popping up! Would Cora and her mountain man guide be able to navigate the differences in their lifestyles to make a life for themselves? I enjoyed this historical romance and am looking forward to reading more from Ms. Scott.I was given a complimentary advance reader's copy of the book and was not required to write a review. The opinions are my own.

[susan0316 · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

This beautifully written novel takes place in Tacoma, Washington, in 1893. Cora is from a rich family and her mother has picked out the man for her to marry. Cora isn't the normal socialite of the time. She went to college, works in her step fathers bank and has no intention of marrying Cash Kincade, the man her mother thinks is perfect. Cora is part of the suffragette group and has been asked to climb Mt Rainier to prove that women can do anything that a man can do She needs a guide for this treacherous climb and hires Nathan- a man who's turned his back on high society and is content to live by himself out of the city. Her mother has agreed that if she is successful on climbing Mt Rainier, she will quit pushing her to marry Cash so Cora has two good reasons to be successful. The trip is dangerous and difficult but the more time Cora spends with Nathan - the more she realizes that he and his lifestyle may be just what she needs to be happy.Along with two great characters and a good plot, we also get beautiful descriptions of Washington and the land around Mt. Rainier. Cora finds out that she is much stronger than she thought she was and that achieving her goals will bring her happiness in her life.Thanks to the publisher for a copy of this book to read and review.

[maydacat_1 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Cora has two impelling reasons to climb Mt. Rainier. First is to bring attention to the suffragette movement and to help gain voting rights for women. The second is to satisfy a bargain with her mother: if she completes her quest of climbing to the summit, she will be free from her mother’s choice of husband for Cora. Mr. Kincaid is man she totally dislikes but whom her mother believes is of excellent social standing and would be a good match for Cora. To aid her in her quest, Nathan Hardee is hired by her stepfather to guide them both up the mountain. Though born into a family of wealth, Hardee lost his standing in proper society when his father lost his fortune and committed suicide in the midst of the Panic of 1893. Now considered to be a rough but knowledgeable mountain man, Cora sees past the outer trappings to the inner strength and goodness that makes up a man’s true worth. The stories in this series are all equally spellbinding and informative. Each has as a backdrop a wonder of creation. Each story has a remarkable cast of characters. The series is built on Christian beliefs that factor into the stories. Romance is in the air, but not to be taken lightly or achieved easily. These stories are extremely well written and a delight to read. I can’t wait to see where Regina Scott takes us next!