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March 25, 2014
A Passion Denied by Julie Lessman
Has she fallen in love with a man who cannot love her back?
Young Elizabeth O'Connor is the little sister John Brady always longed for. But she wants much more than that from her spiritual mentor. As she blossoms into a beautiful young woman intent on loving John, he must push back the very real attraction he feels for her. His past just won't let him go there. Unfortunately, Lizzie won't let him go anywhere else--until she discovers he is not all that he seems. Can true love survive such revelations?
My Review
Lots going on in this story! I loved visiting the O'Conner family again. Each character from the two previous novels once again face struggles in a new phase of life. Ultimately, the story is about Lizzie and Brady, but all the lessons blend perfectly together in the end. Twists and turns in every chapter had me reading long into the night, unable to sleep until I found out how it all ended. A Passion Denied is a beautiful picture of God's redeeming love and how once forgiven from sin, we sometimes struggle to forgive ourselves. This story clearly lays out how we should handle hurt and bitterness according to the Bible and was a perfect example of making God the foundation of romantic relationship. A stellar story to wrap up the Daughters of Boston series.
Some reviewers felt the book was too "preachy" for their tastes because of the use of scripture throughout. I feel to write the story any other way would've robbed Brady and Lizzie's true characters. From the beginning (book 1, A Passion Most Pure), they've been very open with their faith and dedicated to follow God in all areas of their lives. Beautifully and perfectly written!
I gave this book 5 stars!
Young Elizabeth O'Connor is the little sister John Brady always longed for. But she wants much more than that from her spiritual mentor. As she blossoms into a beautiful young woman intent on loving John, he must push back the very real attraction he feels for her. His past just won't let him go there. Unfortunately, Lizzie won't let him go anywhere else--until she discovers he is not all that he seems. Can true love survive such revelations?
My Review
Lots going on in this story! I loved visiting the O'Conner family again. Each character from the two previous novels once again face struggles in a new phase of life. Ultimately, the story is about Lizzie and Brady, but all the lessons blend perfectly together in the end. Twists and turns in every chapter had me reading long into the night, unable to sleep until I found out how it all ended. A Passion Denied is a beautiful picture of God's redeeming love and how once forgiven from sin, we sometimes struggle to forgive ourselves. This story clearly lays out how we should handle hurt and bitterness according to the Bible and was a perfect example of making God the foundation of romantic relationship. A stellar story to wrap up the Daughters of Boston series.
Some reviewers felt the book was too "preachy" for their tastes because of the use of scripture throughout. I feel to write the story any other way would've robbed Brady and Lizzie's true characters. From the beginning (book 1, A Passion Most Pure), they've been very open with their faith and dedicated to follow God in all areas of their lives. Beautifully and perfectly written!
I gave this book 5 stars!
March 20, 2014
Cream or Sugar?
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Confession: I love coffee.
I never begin the day without it. No matter what is going on or how late I'm running, I always have time to brew at least one cup. No exceptions. If the world wants me to function properly, I have to have my coffee.
In fact, I believe I may have an obsession with the beverage. Because one common thread that keeps appearing in all my novels is coffee. No matter what gender the characters, their backstory, their heritage, or the issues they're trying to overcome, coffee is always involved.
Why?
Well, for one, authors always put a piece of themselves into their stories whether done on purpose or not. To a writer, their story is like a baby, and just as we naturally have a part of ourselves in our children, the same with our stories.
I've also come to realize that coffee is a universal drink for bringing people together. Call me crazy, but it's true. When someone is struggling, how many times has a friend or loved one said, "Let's grab a cup of coffee and we'll sort this out." Coffee is always served at large gatherings--big holiday meals as a compliment to dessert, church socials, banquets, and even wedding receptions. Coffee is a perfect buddy while reading (and in my case writing too), curled up by the fireplace on a cold winter's night, or waking the senses after a restful night's sleep. We all know the jingle, "The best part of waking up is Folgers in your cup." Genius.
Anyway, not only does the java fuel my mind while creating stories, but it's also symbolic to my characters. It starts with the basics. My characters, in terms of personality, are either a light roast (easy-going), medium roast (a good mix of passive and aggressive), bold roast (outgoing and full of humor), dark roast (troubled and brooding), or flavored (quirky and sassy). Some characters are no-nonsense and simple (black coffee) and some are smooth and sweet (cream). Sugar anyone? Some characters wear their hearts on their sleeves, while others prefer not to.
At some point in my stories the characters are brought together by the brew, whether the hero and heroine are getting to know each other over a cup, a wiser friend or family member is offering advice, or the hero buys a cup on his way to work everyday just to catch a glimpse the beautiful heroine, even though he hates coffee.
Okay, I've decided that, yes, I do have an obsession.
Do you have a common thread that keeps appearing in your stories? I'd love to hear about it.
I drink my coffee with cream and sugar, preferably a vanilla roast. What flavors do you enjoy?
March 15, 2014
A Passion Redeemed by Julie Lessman
No man can resist her charms. Or so she thought.
Charity O'Connor is a woman who gets what she wants. Her stunning beauty and flirtatious ways have always succeeded with men. Until Mitch Dennehy, that is. Brilliant and dangerously handsome, Mitch is a no-nonsense newspaperman who wants nothing to do with her. Charity burned him once, destroying his engagement to the only woman he ever truly loved. He won't play with matches again. But Charity has a plan to turn up the heat, hoping to ignite the heart of the man she loves. And she always gets what she wants--one way or another.Or does she? Will her best-laid schemes win his love? Or will her seductive ways drive him away forever?Book 2 in the Daughters of Boston series, A Passion Redeemed will captivate your heart and stir your soul with a story of faith and redemption rising from the ashes of temptation, desire, and shame.
My ReviewIt was so great to see the O'Conner family again. Charity has finally met her match with Mitch, a man who's so attracted to her it drives him mad, but is equally determined not to fall in love with a woman he can't trust. And she's proven to him many times she can't be trusted, beginning with the seduction that spoiled his engagement to her sister a year earlier. Thrown together by consequences from one of Charity's schemes gone wrong, Mitch tries to keep his heart intact while showing Charity her need for God. But that's hard to do when the most beautiful woman in the world won't release him from her clutches. In the end, which will win the battle--his body or his heart?
A wonderful story of redemption from the consequences of sin with so many twists I couldn't put it down.I gave this book 5 stars!
Charity O'Connor is a woman who gets what she wants. Her stunning beauty and flirtatious ways have always succeeded with men. Until Mitch Dennehy, that is. Brilliant and dangerously handsome, Mitch is a no-nonsense newspaperman who wants nothing to do with her. Charity burned him once, destroying his engagement to the only woman he ever truly loved. He won't play with matches again. But Charity has a plan to turn up the heat, hoping to ignite the heart of the man she loves. And she always gets what she wants--one way or another.Or does she? Will her best-laid schemes win his love? Or will her seductive ways drive him away forever?Book 2 in the Daughters of Boston series, A Passion Redeemed will captivate your heart and stir your soul with a story of faith and redemption rising from the ashes of temptation, desire, and shame.
My ReviewIt was so great to see the O'Conner family again. Charity has finally met her match with Mitch, a man who's so attracted to her it drives him mad, but is equally determined not to fall in love with a woman he can't trust. And she's proven to him many times she can't be trusted, beginning with the seduction that spoiled his engagement to her sister a year earlier. Thrown together by consequences from one of Charity's schemes gone wrong, Mitch tries to keep his heart intact while showing Charity her need for God. But that's hard to do when the most beautiful woman in the world won't release him from her clutches. In the end, which will win the battle--his body or his heart?
A wonderful story of redemption from the consequences of sin with so many twists I couldn't put it down.I gave this book 5 stars!
March 11, 2014
Home Sweet Home
A hobby farm, by definition, is a small farm operated for pleasure or supplemental income rather than for primary income.
That being said, welcome to the farm.
Hubs and I and our three boys live on ten acres where everything we farm is strictly for pleasure. We use our resources to teach the kids self-sufficiency, hard work, and the satisfaction that comes from both. Our "operation" is small and in no way fancy. We don't have any livestock, a situation we hope to rectify soon. That being said, what do we do?
Let me show you around.
Almost every farm has a good dog. Meet Indiana Bones (yes, the kids named him). He may not be ferocious, but he's loyal. He chose us by showing up at our doorstep one day and refusing to leave. When no one claimed him and the pound was looking imminent, we took him in.
We have fruit trees that we nurture every year. At harvest time, I bake desserts, slice the fruit to freeze, and make jam. All of which are great to pull out in the winter and enjoy. We have peach and apple trees and blackberry bushes. My goal is to add blueberry bushes to the mix this year.
We plant a vegetable garden every spring with tomatoes, squash, cucumbers, zucchini, watermelon, banana peppers, (sometimes) corn and green beans, and pumpkins. We till, plant, cultivate, and harvest the garden as a family. And I must say there's nothing better than a ripe, juicy tomato straight from the garden.
We cut, split, and stack our own firewood to keep warm on cold winter nights.
And as many farms do, we have kittens!
The chickens are by far my favorite addition. I enjoy watching them, spoiling them (I've turned them into big babies), and a farm fresh egg is no comparison to store bought. Currently, we have Rhode Island Red hens, but hope to raise other breeds this spring.
Every year we try to improve on our little place. This spring/summer, I'd like to add some landscaping, a few bat houses, blueberry bushes, build a larger chicken coop, and possibly eliminate our trash service by recycling, turning food waste into compost, and burning paper products. Though this blog is titled "hobby farmer by day, author by night," nowadays it seems like the roles have switched. The chores that can't wait until evening are done in the morning before I sit down to write, laundry and house cleaning are sprinkled throughout the day when I need to get away from the computer and stretch, and the rest of the chores are done in the evening. This routine will change yet again when school is out for the summer and all the kids are home, making writing more difficult to accomplish. So, that's what we do. It's not much, but we love it!
That being said, welcome to the farm.
Hubs and I and our three boys live on ten acres where everything we farm is strictly for pleasure. We use our resources to teach the kids self-sufficiency, hard work, and the satisfaction that comes from both. Our "operation" is small and in no way fancy. We don't have any livestock, a situation we hope to rectify soon. That being said, what do we do?
Let me show you around.
Almost every farm has a good dog. Meet Indiana Bones (yes, the kids named him). He may not be ferocious, but he's loyal. He chose us by showing up at our doorstep one day and refusing to leave. When no one claimed him and the pound was looking imminent, we took him in.
We have fruit trees that we nurture every year. At harvest time, I bake desserts, slice the fruit to freeze, and make jam. All of which are great to pull out in the winter and enjoy. We have peach and apple trees and blackberry bushes. My goal is to add blueberry bushes to the mix this year.
We plant a vegetable garden every spring with tomatoes, squash, cucumbers, zucchini, watermelon, banana peppers, (sometimes) corn and green beans, and pumpkins. We till, plant, cultivate, and harvest the garden as a family. And I must say there's nothing better than a ripe, juicy tomato straight from the garden.
We cut, split, and stack our own firewood to keep warm on cold winter nights.
And as many farms do, we have kittens!
The chickens are by far my favorite addition. I enjoy watching them, spoiling them (I've turned them into big babies), and a farm fresh egg is no comparison to store bought. Currently, we have Rhode Island Red hens, but hope to raise other breeds this spring.
Every year we try to improve on our little place. This spring/summer, I'd like to add some landscaping, a few bat houses, blueberry bushes, build a larger chicken coop, and possibly eliminate our trash service by recycling, turning food waste into compost, and burning paper products. Though this blog is titled "hobby farmer by day, author by night," nowadays it seems like the roles have switched. The chores that can't wait until evening are done in the morning before I sit down to write, laundry and house cleaning are sprinkled throughout the day when I need to get away from the computer and stretch, and the rest of the chores are done in the evening. This routine will change yet again when school is out for the summer and all the kids are home, making writing more difficult to accomplish. So, that's what we do. It's not much, but we love it!
March 4, 2014
A Passion Most Pure by Julie Lessman
She's found the love of her life.Unfortunately, he loves her sister.
As World War I rages across the Atlantic in 1916, a smaller war is brewing in Boston. Faith O'Connor finds herself drawn to an Irish rogue who is anything but right for her. Collin McGuire is brash, cocky, and from the wrong side of the tracks, not to mention forbidden by her father. And then there's the small matter that he is secretly courting her younger sister. But when Collin's affections shift, it threatens to tear her proper Boston family apart.
My Review There was so much conflict in this book I couldn't put it down. And with all the sparks flying, I'm lucky it didn't burn the pages! A beautiful story of an Irish family who rely on God to see them through their share of troubles. And several times I caught myself saying, "Wow. I didn't see that coming." Rougish men, jealous sisters, war, and betrayal= a must read!I gave this book 5 stars!
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As World War I rages across the Atlantic in 1916, a smaller war is brewing in Boston. Faith O'Connor finds herself drawn to an Irish rogue who is anything but right for her. Collin McGuire is brash, cocky, and from the wrong side of the tracks, not to mention forbidden by her father. And then there's the small matter that he is secretly courting her younger sister. But when Collin's affections shift, it threatens to tear her proper Boston family apart.
My Review There was so much conflict in this book I couldn't put it down. And with all the sparks flying, I'm lucky it didn't burn the pages! A beautiful story of an Irish family who rely on God to see them through their share of troubles. And several times I caught myself saying, "Wow. I didn't see that coming." Rougish men, jealous sisters, war, and betrayal= a must read!I gave this book 5 stars!
February 27, 2014
Shadowed by Grace by Cara C. Putman
Shadowed by Grace is the first in a stirring new series of stand-alone historical suspense novels by acclaimed author Cara C. Putman. Desperate to save her dying mother, Rachel accepts her newspaper’s assignment to travel to Italy to captures images dangerously close to the front lines of WWII. Her real motive – to find the father she never knew -- an artist she hopes can offer the comfort and support both she and her mother need to survive. It’s an unlikely situation for love and faith to flourish, but soon Rachel not only finds herself, but also her long-lost earthly father, and ultimately, the man her Heavenly father created to cherish and provide for her.
For Cara's story and more about her books, visit www.caraputman.com
To purchase your copy of Shadowed by Grace click here!
My Review
Shadowed by Grace paints a timeless romance in the midst of destruction with colors so vivid you feel like you're living the story along with the characters. Cara Putman balanced rich historical facts with fiction beautifully. I received a history lesson without feeling like I got one. This story shows the sacrifice so many made, and reminds us that even during hardship, God's grace is always working for the good of His children.
I gave this book 5 stars!
Get your kids involved in history with a "monumental" scavenger hunt!
The Monuments Men story is a great one to teach children about the importance of preserving things for future generations. It's also a lesson that can be learned hands-on. To get my boys involved, I first showed them photos of famous artwork. Then, they chose which work of art they wanted to recreate.
Boy #1 "Starry Night" Van Go
Boy #2 Monet painting
Boy #3 (not sure what this is)Next, we rolled the artwork individually, secured them with rubber bands, and I hid them around the house. The boys took turns finding the artwork. But it didn't stop there. My boys--being 150% male--hid in the shadows while the other was seeking the artwork and blasted him with Nerf artillery, like real soldiers. They wanted to take it all a step further by hiding the artwork in the woods, but the weather wouldn't allow.If you get the opportunity, try this with your kids. They'll not only have a fun time but they'll learn something as well.
February 20, 2014
Deep in the Heart by Staci Stallings
Just out of college and completely alone in the world, Maggie Montgomery has one shot left to save her life from an abyss of poverty and hopelessness. Clinging to the last shred of fuel and hope, she arrives at the mansion of Texas billionaire Conrad Ayers. Although Maggie is clearly not what Mr. Ayers and his wife have in mind for a nanny, they agree to hire her temporarily until they can find someone more appropriate to fill the position. However, Maggie’s whole world is about to be up-ended by two way-over-scheduled children and one incredibly handsome hired hand. As she struggles to fit into a world she was never made to fit in, Maggie wonders if she can ever learn to become a perfect version of herself so she can keep the job, or is she doomed to always be searching for a life she can never quite grasp?
My Review
This is an age-old story of two people raised on opposite ends of the social spectrum who fall in love--with a twist I didn't see coming. Maggie accepts the nanny job with only $2 to her name and instantly falls in love with her charges, who have deep-rooted emotional issues despite their want-for-nothing status. Their much older brother, Keith, who's about to marry a politician's daughter and hasn't felt welcome in the family since the death of his mother, falls for Maggie's gentle spirit and motherly nature. As they spend time together on outings with the kids, Keith questions his motivation for marrying his fiance. Will his friendship with Maggie turn into something more? Or will he discover he's right where God wants him to be?
I'll let you find out.
I gave this book 4 out of 5 stars!
February 14, 2014
Love is Like a Box of Chocolates
We all know the famous line from Forest Gump, "Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you're gonna get."
True. However, the same can be said of love. When we open our hearts and put ourselves out there, we're not guaranteed to receive the same affection in return. We've all had our hearts broken in some way or another. And we've all loved someone or something (a person, a pet, a toy) with such passion, being without that object of affection is like missing a piece of us.
As a romance author, and admirer of all things chocolate, I was inspired to compare the calorie-filled delights to love. Or at least that's what I told my hubby. It's actually just an excuse to buy a heart-shaped box of chocolate to indulge my sinful habit with the excuse of "research."
Let's begin with the types of chocolate (we're going to be basic here). Dark chocolate-- considered the most reserved of all chocolates, containing no milk and less sugar. This reminds me of a demure individual. They contain the same basic ingredients we all do, they just don't wear them on their sleeves. (My husband, for example.)
Then there's milk chocolate--a rich, creamy base that's dramatic and only tolerated in small quantities. This reminds me of those of us who feel all emotions on a deeper level and aren't shy about sharing those emotions. (This is me. Good thing opposites attract.)
Next, let's move on to the surprises inside.
*Lemon Creme-- tart and zesty, this confection reminds me of childhood. An active, energetic love. For our parents and best friends (human and furry). This love can taste sour at times as we learn and grow.
*Orange Creme-- a tart-to-sweet flavor with a strong taste. This chocolate reminds me of being a teenager. Strong, robust, and still learning to love.
*Coconut Creme-- sweet and exotic, this reminds me of meeting that special someone you ultimately give your heart to. Rich and perfect, some would refer to this love as the honeymoon stage.
*Molasses-- tough and sticky, this chocolate is like the situations we sometimes find ourselves in. The ones that pull us out of the honeymoon stage and challenge that love through the muck called life. But once this confection has been conquered, it leaves a smooth, sugary after-taste for enjoyment.
*Pecan and Peanut Clusters-- crunchy and nutty, this reminds me of those silly moments of love, carefree and comical. These make the molasses moments more endurable.
*Mint Creme-- cool and refreshing, this delight is a comforting love. Like a warm hug and the feeling of being safe in your love's arms.
*Caramel-- smooth and rich, this chocolate is the love that's endured several years. Slightly sticky as it moves through life, yet sweet and trusted to satisfy.
*Raspberry Creme-- sweet and fruity, this confection reminds me of the love that blossoms the first moment we gaze into our children's faces. Their velvety smooth skin and rosy cheeks are sugar to our hearts.
*Truffle-- rich and sophisticated, this reminds me of a true and pure love that's stood the test of time. No romance is more inspiring than one that's weathered every storm, memorized every happy memory to a golden anniversary or beyond.
*Chocolate Covered Cherry-- (I didn't come up with this one on my own, but it's too good not to share.) Decadent and creamy, the cherry represents the blood of Jesus shed on the cross for our sins, washing us white as snow (the pearlescent cream) to save us in a dark (chocolate) world.
Happy Valentine's Day, everyone!
May you never look at a box of chocolates the same way again.
Which is your favorite flavor?
True. However, the same can be said of love. When we open our hearts and put ourselves out there, we're not guaranteed to receive the same affection in return. We've all had our hearts broken in some way or another. And we've all loved someone or something (a person, a pet, a toy) with such passion, being without that object of affection is like missing a piece of us.
As a romance author, and admirer of all things chocolate, I was inspired to compare the calorie-filled delights to love. Or at least that's what I told my hubby. It's actually just an excuse to buy a heart-shaped box of chocolate to indulge my sinful habit with the excuse of "research."
Let's begin with the types of chocolate (we're going to be basic here). Dark chocolate-- considered the most reserved of all chocolates, containing no milk and less sugar. This reminds me of a demure individual. They contain the same basic ingredients we all do, they just don't wear them on their sleeves. (My husband, for example.)
Then there's milk chocolate--a rich, creamy base that's dramatic and only tolerated in small quantities. This reminds me of those of us who feel all emotions on a deeper level and aren't shy about sharing those emotions. (This is me. Good thing opposites attract.)
Next, let's move on to the surprises inside.
*Lemon Creme-- tart and zesty, this confection reminds me of childhood. An active, energetic love. For our parents and best friends (human and furry). This love can taste sour at times as we learn and grow.
*Orange Creme-- a tart-to-sweet flavor with a strong taste. This chocolate reminds me of being a teenager. Strong, robust, and still learning to love.
*Coconut Creme-- sweet and exotic, this reminds me of meeting that special someone you ultimately give your heart to. Rich and perfect, some would refer to this love as the honeymoon stage.
*Molasses-- tough and sticky, this chocolate is like the situations we sometimes find ourselves in. The ones that pull us out of the honeymoon stage and challenge that love through the muck called life. But once this confection has been conquered, it leaves a smooth, sugary after-taste for enjoyment.
*Pecan and Peanut Clusters-- crunchy and nutty, this reminds me of those silly moments of love, carefree and comical. These make the molasses moments more endurable.
*Mint Creme-- cool and refreshing, this delight is a comforting love. Like a warm hug and the feeling of being safe in your love's arms.
*Caramel-- smooth and rich, this chocolate is the love that's endured several years. Slightly sticky as it moves through life, yet sweet and trusted to satisfy.
*Raspberry Creme-- sweet and fruity, this confection reminds me of the love that blossoms the first moment we gaze into our children's faces. Their velvety smooth skin and rosy cheeks are sugar to our hearts.
*Truffle-- rich and sophisticated, this reminds me of a true and pure love that's stood the test of time. No romance is more inspiring than one that's weathered every storm, memorized every happy memory to a golden anniversary or beyond.
*Chocolate Covered Cherry-- (I didn't come up with this one on my own, but it's too good not to share.) Decadent and creamy, the cherry represents the blood of Jesus shed on the cross for our sins, washing us white as snow (the pearlescent cream) to save us in a dark (chocolate) world.
Happy Valentine's Day, everyone!
May you never look at a box of chocolates the same way again.
Which is your favorite flavor?
February 11, 2014
My Top Valentine's Day Picks For 2014
Valentine's Day is almost here! Here are a few of my faves recommended to sweeten you amour celebration.
Books
Captivating from the first page, both characters match wits with their opposite personalities and spark enough conflict--and romance--to keep the pages turning. Just be careful not to burn the book!
The classic plot of two kindred spirits born on opposite sides of the track--with a major plot twist I didn't see coming! Beautiful and heart-warming, this book will have you rooting for both characters till the end.
Movies
A romantic comedy set in the gorgeous countryside of Ireland. This movie is one of my absolute favorites and never fails to provoke a sigh at the end.
Always the bridesmaid, never the bride...until a nosy reporter barges into her life. Full of comedy, romance, and two sisters battling for dominance, this is a great movie for date night.
Red Velvet Oreo Truffle Bars
These are amazing! Though dieters beware. For the full recipe, visit http://sallysbakingaddiction.com
What are your Valentine's Day go-to's?
Books
Captivating from the first page, both characters match wits with their opposite personalities and spark enough conflict--and romance--to keep the pages turning. Just be careful not to burn the book!
The classic plot of two kindred spirits born on opposite sides of the track--with a major plot twist I didn't see coming! Beautiful and heart-warming, this book will have you rooting for both characters till the end.
Movies
A romantic comedy set in the gorgeous countryside of Ireland. This movie is one of my absolute favorites and never fails to provoke a sigh at the end.
Always the bridesmaid, never the bride...until a nosy reporter barges into her life. Full of comedy, romance, and two sisters battling for dominance, this is a great movie for date night.
Red Velvet Oreo Truffle BarsThese are amazing! Though dieters beware. For the full recipe, visit http://sallysbakingaddiction.com
What are your Valentine's Day go-to's?
February 4, 2014
Nowhere, Carolina by Tamara Leigh
Maggie Pickwick is a lifetime away from her days as head cheerleader and the mistakes she made in high school. Twelve years later, this single mom has traded pompoms for an auctioneer’s gavel, popularity for peace and quiet, and strives to be a good example for her daughter Devyn. She’s keeping it together just fine, too—until an old flame moves back to her little North Carolina town.
Renowned artist Reece Thorpe wants nothing to do with Maggie—not after what she did to him in high school—but he might also be Devyn’s father. Fed by her own pride and fear for her daughter’s happiness, Maggie finds herself on a slippery slope of white lies as she attempts to convince Reece that she’s changed. But the truth has a way of making itself known, and now Maggie’s past and present mistakes could ruin her chance at love.
My Review
I love a character who's flawed because, face it, we all are. And Maggie has certainly made her share of mistakes. But what matters is that we learn from our mistakes, and Maggie does an excellent job of that also. Or does she? Her tangled web of past deceits is very sticky. Can a blast from her past untangle her mess for a happily-ever-after in the middle of Nowhere?
I gave this book 4 out of 5 stars!
