Romantic Times Magazine...4 Stars
In his stunning debut, Galen Kindley writes an unconventional love story transporting readers to American and Korean history.  In prose as poetic as the culture it depicts, Mr. Kindley has created a touching novel filled with hauntingly beautiful scenes, intriguing characters, and raw emotion.
              (Reviewed by Gina Bernal)

ScribesWorld Reviews...5 Stars

HEARTS OF THE MORNING CALM is brimming with Korean culture, prejudice, obstacles, and is a deeply touching love story.   It reached out and grabbed my heart and touched it right from the beginning. This is a very well written book and Mr. Kindley is an author to keep an eye on.  Kudos to Mr. Kindley on an excellent debut novel that will stay in the reader’s heart long after they turn the last page. I highly recommend HEARTS OF THE MORNING CALM.
                  (Reviewed by Carol Durfee)

Writer's Digest Criticism Service (Hearts of the Morning Calm)

I was thoroughly enthralled by this story.  It is rare that such a well-written book comes across my critiquing desk.  I loved the Kwang Young character.  She was sweet and smart, sharp yet loving, the kind of woman all of us dream of emulating.
                  (Reviewed by Terri Valentine)

The Road to Romance (Hearts of the Morning Calm)

A wonderfully compelling love story, one that needs telling.  Mixed in with the talented writing are unknown facts, making a rich blend of romance as well as history.  This one is worth reading.  
                  (Reviewed by Dorothy Biron

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