All We Carry Home by Nicole M Miller: Book Review

 **ARC received for consideration. All opinions are my own. 

The Book

A masterfully woven post-World War II story of resilience and equestrian passion, crafted with emotionally rich romance.

In the wake of WWII, former Army nurse Eva Bryant is determined to save her grandfather's Oregon farm and prove herself in the Arabian horse show world. When decorated veteran Warren Hayes arrives with Phantom--the spirited colt Eva helped deliver in war-torn Germany--she seizes her chance to train the unmanageable horse.

As Eva works to tame Phantom and salvage her failing farm, Warren wrestles with his own future: a promised Senate campaign to fight for veterans. But everything unravels under sabotage from a predatory neighbor, crushing debts, and the undeniable pull between the two of them. As victories carry Phantom toward a national championship, Eva and Warren must fight to protect everything they've built--even as Eva guards a devastating secret that could destroy the growing love between them.

A post-World War II historical romance featuring a war nurse heroine, an Arabian horse show, and a slow-burn second-chance love story. Fans of equestrian themes, Elizabeth Musser, Madeline Martin, and Kristy Cambron will love this sweeping novel.

The Author

Nicole M. Miller is the author of Until Our Time Comes, which was a 2025 Christy Award finalist. She has received national and regional awards for her nonfiction from American Horse Publications and the Society of Professional Journalists. She lives in Washington State with her husband and three sons, along with her Arabian horses, chickens, ducks, dogs, and cats. As a longtime horse owner, she's been involved in many horse organizations, including serving on the Clark County Fair Court and as Miss Teen Rodeo Washington. Learn more at NicoleMillerWriter.com.

Book Review

If you grew up loving all things horses, this one is definitely going to be right up your alley. But honestly, as someone who is not a horse person, this book still drew me right into this world and kept me intrigued. Eva and Warren meet in the midst of WWII while delivering a colt, Phantom. They part ways, but post war they find themselves brought back together by Phantom once again. I really enjoyed this link between them and found it made for a really interesting story... and presented a unique aspect of the war that I don't believe I'd seen in other books in the past. They had a sweet slow burn romance with just enough secrets and hints of suspense to keep me reading on. If you enjoy Christian romance, books centered around horses, or life post WWII, this is certainly one worth adding to your TBR.


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