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Come to Me Alive
Bryce Landry, country music’s hottest star, has it all, or so everyone on the outside thinks. They can’t see his struggle to discover himself, to find his place in unfamiliar territories, both as a dad and as a Christian. He takes a month off and escapes to the small town of Oden Bridge, Louisiana, where his daughter lives with his grandparents.
Sophie Thatcher has never been a risk taker, but she has no complaints and never thought her life lacked until her boyfriend of three years breaks off their relationship. Only then, does she begin to question what she’s missed by always playing it safe. Meeting Bryce is a call to action. She can let fear rule or trust in faith, which means taking the biggest risk of her life.
As the weeks and months pass, they discover finding each other was easy, but holding on will be a different story.
In Come to Me Alive, best-selling author Leah Atwood weaves an inspirational love story of redemption, faith and trust in God.
Sophie Thatcher has never been a risk taker, but she has no complaints and never thought her life lacked until her boyfriend of three years breaks off their relationship. Only then, does she begin to question what she’s missed by always playing it safe. Meeting Bryce is a call to action. She can let fear rule or trust in faith, which means taking the biggest risk of her life.
As the weeks and months pass, they discover finding each other was easy, but holding on will be a different story.
In Come to Me Alive, best-selling author Leah Atwood weaves an inspirational love story of redemption, faith and trust in God.
303 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 7, 2014
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About the author
Leah Atwood
94 books124 followersLeah is a small-town girl at heart and currently lives in a rural town in South Louisiana, though Maryland will always be home. She graduated from the University of Maryland with a degree in International Business but gave up a career in sales and marketing to follow love, a decision she's never regretted.
Always a dreamer, she loves to think of times gone by and discover what the American West was really like as the frontier was bring tamed. Because time-travel doesn't really exist, she uses her stories as an outlet to transport back in time and experience the days of old. Never one to ignore inspiration, she is also branching out into contemporary romance.
Her works have reached best-seller status and have topped the categories of Western and Inspirational Romance. She gives thanks to God for blessing her with the amazing opportunity to share her faith in a way to inspire people and bring a smile to their faces.
10 Random Facts about Leah
1) Her favorite book is A Moveable Feast
2) She was once in a governor's inaugural parade
3) Her daughter and she share the same initials
4) Diet soda is her coffee. Every morning must with a glass of the fizzy beverage.
5) On the day of her daughter's birth, Leah's family was so excited they ran out to the car and locked all the keys inside the house. Her husband had to break in the house through a window before they could leave for the hospital
6) She loves to garden despite her black thumb
7) When Leah was a kid, she and her cousin would write their own songs
8) Her favorite movie is Gone with the Wind
9) Holidays bring out her inner child
10) She has a mild obsession with anything pumpkin
Always a dreamer, she loves to think of times gone by and discover what the American West was really like as the frontier was bring tamed. Because time-travel doesn't really exist, she uses her stories as an outlet to transport back in time and experience the days of old. Never one to ignore inspiration, she is also branching out into contemporary romance.
Her works have reached best-seller status and have topped the categories of Western and Inspirational Romance. She gives thanks to God for blessing her with the amazing opportunity to share her faith in a way to inspire people and bring a smile to their faces.
10 Random Facts about Leah
1) Her favorite book is A Moveable Feast
2) She was once in a governor's inaugural parade
3) Her daughter and she share the same initials
4) Diet soda is her coffee. Every morning must with a glass of the fizzy beverage.
5) On the day of her daughter's birth, Leah's family was so excited they ran out to the car and locked all the keys inside the house. Her husband had to break in the house through a window before they could leave for the hospital
6) She loves to garden despite her black thumb
7) When Leah was a kid, she and her cousin would write their own songs
8) Her favorite movie is Gone with the Wind
9) Holidays bring out her inner child
10) She has a mild obsession with anything pumpkin
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September 4, 2016
I don't understand all the great reviews this book received. I thought it was predictable, boring, and corny. It completely lacked substance and the cliches were way too much. To me, this book was a total yawnfest.
August 10, 2017
This book was a relief. As a writer, it's hard not to critique which takes away the enjoyment of reading. This one did have its flaws but it was the first book I have really enjoyed in a while. 4.5 stars
February 29, 2016
Cute book, but not one of my favorites. "Finding each other was easy. Holding on was another story." That is the tag line on the cover of the ebook. Just from that, I expected more than what I got. I thought there would be more issues for Bryce and Sophie to deal with beyond the logistics involved in a school teacher dating a country star. While well written, I just felt that there was so much more that could have been done. This did not leave me with a burning desire to read more about this couple or their friends and family.
September 16, 2016
I like Christian fiction and romance but this book was just too corny. Everything was perfect, even the issues the couple had were small. Everything was so perfect that it got to be boring. There just wasn't enough conflict and the climax seemed non-existent. I also didn't like how Sophie had to be so pure/innocent like. I don't think it was realistic, everyone has sinned and has flaws.
May 29, 2017
3.5 stars
December 5, 2023
Amazing read
Love this book. Love Sophie and Bryce’s romance story. Bryce is a country musician who found out that he has a daughter that he never knew about. Bryce and Sophie meet when Bryce has to help chase a duck away from her. Sophie does not realize that he is a famous musician. After meeting Sophie, he ends up going back to the spot they met in hopes of catching her. His work pays off when he spots her. He ends up disclosing about how he has been a Christian for a year and how he met his daughter a year ago. He does not disclose who he is until they end up going on their first date. She could not believe she didn’t recognize him. Love how this book captures Sophie and Bryce’s trials in their relationship and how they use their faith to rely on God for their relationship. Worth the read.
Love this book. Love Sophie and Bryce’s romance story. Bryce is a country musician who found out that he has a daughter that he never knew about. Bryce and Sophie meet when Bryce has to help chase a duck away from her. Sophie does not realize that he is a famous musician. After meeting Sophie, he ends up going back to the spot they met in hopes of catching her. His work pays off when he spots her. He ends up disclosing about how he has been a Christian for a year and how he met his daughter a year ago. He does not disclose who he is until they end up going on their first date. She could not believe she didn’t recognize him. Love how this book captures Sophie and Bryce’s trials in their relationship and how they use their faith to rely on God for their relationship. Worth the read.
March 25, 2019
In this refreshing romance novel, Leah Atwood has done it again. I enjoyed reading this story set in Louisiana filled with characters who are more like the actual Cajun people I've known. To read about characters who struggle makes the story come to life in a way many romance tales of this length lack. As for the inspirational aspect, the way the characters do their best to live their faith is truly encouraging to watch, even as they go through hardships and wonder which direction they need to go. Overall, this book was one of the better examples of inspirational romance I've read. I'd recommend it to anyone from teens on up who enjoy a good love story.
November 22, 2022
A wonderful Christian romance. The first meeting of Sophie and Bryce, who is with his daughter is hilarious, with Sophie throwing her book and running from a duck. Bryce is country music's hottest star and pretty wild until he finds out he has a daughter and her mother is dying. That brings about a lot of soul-searching and Bryce is a fairly new Christian. He steps up to his duties as a father while trying to figure out how he can raise his daughter while performing.
Sophie is a school teacher who has always played it safe, never questioning that until her boyfriend of three years breaks up with her. Meeting Bryce is kind of a call to action for her.
I loved how Sophie interacted with Bryce's daughter, and watching her relationship with Bryce grow as they fall in love and figure out how they can work everything out.
The scene where Sophie surprises Bryce is so sweet. Very nice ending.
Sophie is a school teacher who has always played it safe, never questioning that until her boyfriend of three years breaks up with her. Meeting Bryce is kind of a call to action for her.
I loved how Sophie interacted with Bryce's daughter, and watching her relationship with Bryce grow as they fall in love and figure out how they can work everything out.
The scene where Sophie surprises Bryce is so sweet. Very nice ending.
May 19, 2017
God's Changes
Bryson's reputation preceded him. He was a wild leader of a band. Then one day God changed his heart and then his life. He met Sophie who was a teacher in a small town. Her long time boyfriend had heartbroken up with her and she had no desire to love again. But.....Bryson was too irresistible and she fell hard. Can different lifestyles make it work?
Bryson's reputation preceded him. He was a wild leader of a band. Then one day God changed his heart and then his life. He met Sophie who was a teacher in a small town. Her long time boyfriend had heartbroken up with her and she had no desire to love again. But.....Bryson was too irresistible and she fell hard. Can different lifestyles make it work?
September 9, 2017
This book was a fun, light beach style read. It was a little, almost corny in places with the story line or maybe sappy is a better word for it, but sometimes we all need that.
If you are looking for a HEA book without much reality, this one will fit the bill and keep you in a happy place for a bit! It is a good story with cute characters.
If you are looking for a HEA book without much reality, this one will fit the bill and keep you in a happy place for a bit! It is a good story with cute characters.
December 1, 2017
Wonderful Romantic Love Story
I like chaste love stories. I sometimes do not like Christian love stories as I do not like or need to be lectured in Bible chapter & verse. This was a perfect balance. The story was more than chapter & verse, but being good Christians was very important to them & their story. I highly recommend this book.
I like chaste love stories. I sometimes do not like Christian love stories as I do not like or need to be lectured in Bible chapter & verse. This was a perfect balance. The story was more than chapter & verse, but being good Christians was very important to them & their story. I highly recommend this book.
June 25, 2019
Loving what you do, loving each other, too.
A fabulous Christian romance book from Leah Atwood. I have enjoyed her previous books, but this is the best one so far. A fascinating story line of Sophie, a first grade teacher living a quiet life, falling madly in love with Bryce, a country music star with a wild past. But how can they make a life together?
A fabulous Christian romance book from Leah Atwood. I have enjoyed her previous books, but this is the best one so far. A fascinating story line of Sophie, a first grade teacher living a quiet life, falling madly in love with Bryce, a country music star with a wild past. But how can they make a life together?
August 10, 2020
Bryce Landry a country star is with his daughter in the park feeding ducks & one of the ducks goes rogue and he has to rescue Sophie from the duck. In the process, he meets the woman of his dreams and falls in love with her. In this book, both of them have to overcome fears and move toward a relationship that will become permanent.
July 24, 2024
A first grade teacher has an unusual meeting with an angry duck amd a man whom she doesn't recognize as a country music star, and the man's 5 year old daughter. As the 3 become closer, the adults realize that it's going to be a tough row to how with Bryce's fame. They work through their difficulties with prayer and their. families' support, but can they succeed?
January 22, 2017
Romance
It,s nice to read good clean books. As a Christian l get lost in a good book without all the gutter language. Thanks keep up the good writing, you never know who you may touch for Christ.
It,s nice to read good clean books. As a Christian l get lost in a good book without all the gutter language. Thanks keep up the good writing, you never know who you may touch for Christ.
February 11, 2018
Beautiful
What a wonderful story if new beginnings, faith, love and commitment. Sophie was reading her book at the park before being chased by a duck. Bryce &his daughter Gracie were feeding them when he warned her of the attack which brought to people together.
What a wonderful story if new beginnings, faith, love and commitment. Sophie was reading her book at the park before being chased by a duck. Bryce &his daughter Gracie were feeding them when he warned her of the attack which brought to people together.
February 27, 2018
Refreshing read
It was so nice to read book that shows the change faith can make in lives. I enjoyed getting into the thinking of the characters. I would have liked to read more descriptions of some events and dates. But that lack did not take away from the love story.
It was so nice to read book that shows the change faith can make in lives. I enjoyed getting into the thinking of the characters. I would have liked to read more descriptions of some events and dates. But that lack did not take away from the love story.
June 24, 2019
Bryce Landry, country music’s hottest star, has it all, or so everyone on the outside thinks. They can’t see his struggle to discover himself, to find his place in unfamiliar territories, both as a dad and as a Christian.
June 26, 2021
Come to me alive
This was my first time reading Leah’s novels but won’t be the last! I loved the characters of Bryce and Sophie. I’m such a fan of Contemporary Christian novels and this didn’t disappoint.
This was my first time reading Leah’s novels but won’t be the last! I loved the characters of Bryce and Sophie. I’m such a fan of Contemporary Christian novels and this didn’t disappoint.
August 4, 2017
A Readers delight
This story was so spel!bound from start to finish. The theme showed that no situation in life is beyond the will of God.
This story was so spel!bound from start to finish. The theme showed that no situation in life is beyond the will of God.
September 14, 2018
Country music star who's lived a wild life but becomes a Christian meets an innocent school teacher and their worlds come together. Somewhat predictable but still an enjoyable story.
June 25, 2019
Great read!
I enjoyed Bryce and Sophie's story. The story was well-written and the characters were realistic. I definitely recommend this book.
I enjoyed Bryce and Sophie's story. The story was well-written and the characters were realistic. I definitely recommend this book.
October 14, 2019
Wow
I really enjoyed this book. Kept me smiling. Can't wait to read the next one in the series.. Well done to the author. It's the first I've read from her and I'm not disappointed.
I really enjoyed this book. Kept me smiling. Can't wait to read the next one in the series.. Well done to the author. It's the first I've read from her and I'm not disappointed.
April 1, 2020
Loved it!
The plot was believable. I really enjoyed this book.
Fun Relaxing Romantic Real made me laugh at the beginning. Nice
The plot was believable. I really enjoyed this book.
Fun Relaxing Romantic Real made me laugh at the beginning. Nice
June 22, 2020
This book was real good. It had a lot of bible verses in it. The people went though trails and came out ok. I hope you enjoy this one as much as I did.
March 22, 2021
Good story
I appreciate clean romance and Leah always delivers that. Sweet love story. I believe I may have read this before, but it was great again.
I appreciate clean romance and Leah always delivers that. Sweet love story. I believe I may have read this before, but it was great again.
July 18, 2024
This was such a delightful ... from the moment Bryce and Sophie meet until the last word. Love, redemption, faith, trust... this story embraces it all.
March 9, 2017
Lovely story
July 17, 2015
This book was super cute! Oh my gosh I loved the couple and thought they really complimented each other.
Cons:
Not a lot. There were some misplaced words. Like the word "the" in an awkward place. Ok time for some spoilers *I was sort of hoping that Bryce would quit his career, since it could collapse at any moment and it's not fair to thrust his family in the spotlight and be gone all the time*
Pros
Sophie and Bryce! So cute! It was sort of love at first sight but not in an annoying way. It was understandable. It was described more as a pull than insta-love. So kudos to the author for pulling that off. Also I loved how their relationship was based on honesty! It helped them go through a lot of problems instead of the misunderstanding that takes 10 chapters of the book. I love how Bryce really grew from his past self. It shows that Christians don't have to be perfect but should always be improving. I loved Sophie and found her relatable. The way she reacted to certain things is probably what I'd do too. I loved their relationship and felt it was realistic. They had things to grow from, forgive, and accept. Though I didn't agree with the musician thing, it made it understandable to me. Because a relationship is both ways and both need to accept each others interests but fears also. So a nice balance. I didn't love the ending but I didn't hate it also.
Cons:
Not a lot. There were some misplaced words. Like the word "the" in an awkward place. Ok time for some spoilers *I was sort of hoping that Bryce would quit his career, since it could collapse at any moment and it's not fair to thrust his family in the spotlight and be gone all the time*
Pros
Sophie and Bryce! So cute! It was sort of love at first sight but not in an annoying way. It was understandable. It was described more as a pull than insta-love. So kudos to the author for pulling that off. Also I loved how their relationship was based on honesty! It helped them go through a lot of problems instead of the misunderstanding that takes 10 chapters of the book. I love how Bryce really grew from his past self. It shows that Christians don't have to be perfect but should always be improving. I loved Sophie and found her relatable. The way she reacted to certain things is probably what I'd do too. I loved their relationship and felt it was realistic. They had things to grow from, forgive, and accept. Though I didn't agree with the musician thing, it made it understandable to me. Because a relationship is both ways and both need to accept each others interests but fears also. So a nice balance. I didn't love the ending but I didn't hate it also.
February 9, 2017
I loved this book! Just trying to read some books on my kindle and added the audible narration. I am sure glad I did! Narrator was awesome. She even sings to music during part of it. The book came alive!
I loved the romance between Sophie and Bryce. It was truly God centered. They did not go overboard on the physical part of the relationship but concentrated on their spiritual relationship instead.. And I found that extremely unique. They prayed and allowed God to handle their relationship and to control their desires until after marriage. There were some kisses but they were well handed. 2 thumbs up to Leah Atwood!
I loved the romance between Sophie and Bryce. It was truly God centered. They did not go overboard on the physical part of the relationship but concentrated on their spiritual relationship instead.. And I found that extremely unique. They prayed and allowed God to handle their relationship and to control their desires until after marriage. There were some kisses but they were well handed. 2 thumbs up to Leah Atwood!
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