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Montana Skies #1
Cry of My Heart
Nicole Thomas runs her antique store as she runs her life - risk-free. She's determined to protect her grandmother and sister, even if it means her own desires must go unanswered. Her father died pursuing dangerous thrills, and she'll never abandon those in her care as he abandoned her.
Andrew "Ace" Conners returns to Reliance, Montana, to settle the affairs of Aunt Millie - the woman who should have rescued him eighteen years ago following the death of his alcoholic mother. Ace knows the love of family is not for him, but Nicole determines to unlock his heart. He can't help falling in love with the dynamic, compassionate woman, and yet he knows his life is full of risks - risks Nicole can't bear to take. Could their hearts be crying out for the very thing they fear most?
Andrew "Ace" Conners returns to Reliance, Montana, to settle the affairs of Aunt Millie - the woman who should have rescued him eighteen years ago following the death of his alcoholic mother. Ace knows the love of family is not for him, but Nicole determines to unlock his heart. He can't help falling in love with the dynamic, compassionate woman, and yet he knows his life is full of risks - risks Nicole can't bear to take. Could their hearts be crying out for the very thing they fear most?
176 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published January 1, 2006
About the author
Linda Ford
214 books367 followersLinda Ford grew up devouring books and making up stories in her head—often late at night when she couldn't sleep. But she hadn't planned to write. Instead, she dreamed of running an orphanage. In a way, that dream came true. She married, had four homemade children, adopted ten and lived (at times, endured) the dream.
Writing first took her to non-fiction human-interest articles for newspapers and eventually a non-fiction book about tuberculosis set in the 1930s and 1940s (Touched By The White Plague). But romance had always been her first love and she turned to writing love stories. She is multi-published in the CBA market.
She lives on a small ranch in Alberta, Canada, where she can see the mountains every day. She and her husband continue to enjoy their children and grandchildren.
Writing first took her to non-fiction human-interest articles for newspapers and eventually a non-fiction book about tuberculosis set in the 1930s and 1940s (Touched By The White Plague). But romance had always been her first love and she turned to writing love stories. She is multi-published in the CBA market.
She lives on a small ranch in Alberta, Canada, where she can see the mountains every day. She and her husband continue to enjoy their children and grandchildren.
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February 18, 2019
Cry of My Heart by Linda Ford is the first book of the Christian romance Montana Skies series. In this one Nicole Thomas runs an antique store and Andrew Conners returns to their town to settle his aunt's affairs. To be honest this one rubbed me the wrong way from the opening moments these two meet up with Nicole constantly giving Andrew a hard time, she hadn't seen him in years but felt she knew all about him. So yes, not for me.
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October 4, 2017DNF
Disappointing, because that cover is gorgeous, as is Ford's writing style. But the romance was too "in your face" and steamy for my tastes.
Disappointing, because that cover is gorgeous, as is Ford's writing style. But the romance was too "in your face" and steamy for my tastes.
August 5, 2017
3,5 ⭐️
É uma leitura rápida, o início é um pouco cansativo, pois a protagonista fica insistindo incessantemente em querer saber o que aconteceu com Andrews, seu amigo de infância, que por 18 anos ficou longe, o que torna a narrativa repetitiva. Durante o desenvolvimento, Nicole, que acredita na soberania de Deus, intercede para que Ace volte a confiar em Seu amor e volte a confiar nas pessoas. Ace, por sua vez é levado ao caminho da restauração e transformação através do amor.
É o primeiro livro de romance com teor cristão que leio, posso não ter ficado de queixo caído ou com o coração transbordando de alegria, mas me fez sorrir diversas vezes e me fez ter vontade de colocar o Ace em um potinho do amor.
É uma leitura rápida, o início é um pouco cansativo, pois a protagonista fica insistindo incessantemente em querer saber o que aconteceu com Andrews, seu amigo de infância, que por 18 anos ficou longe, o que torna a narrativa repetitiva. Durante o desenvolvimento, Nicole, que acredita na soberania de Deus, intercede para que Ace volte a confiar em Seu amor e volte a confiar nas pessoas. Ace, por sua vez é levado ao caminho da restauração e transformação através do amor.
É o primeiro livro de romance com teor cristão que leio, posso não ter ficado de queixo caído ou com o coração transbordando de alegria, mas me fez sorrir diversas vezes e me fez ter vontade de colocar o Ace em um potinho do amor.
February 10, 2018
"....life offers us all sorts of options and challenges. The trick is to know which ones to pursue and then be content with our choices. God promises to guide us. And no matter what we decide, His love is ever present.”
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June 29, 2017
She would do her best to love him back to God and family.
She had her priorities. First, her faith. She would never love a man who didn't trust and serve God.
Reading that first quote, the first thing that came to mind was 'Pray the Gay Away.' (and yes, I know Andrew/Ace wasn't gay, but I couldn't stop myself thinking about 'Interventions' and so on.)
And what was with that 'never loving a man who didn't trust and serve God' ??? Get real.
In the end I dnf'd at 44%. There was no depth to either of the characters, or any reason to care about them, especially as Nicole was adamant that she could only love a man who served God. The plot with the Aunt who abandoned Ace when he was 13 was ludicrous really - surely 'God' wouldn't have made her do that? ;)
I didn't like the story - there was nothing new or original in the plot, no conflict or tension, and I didn't care enough about selfish Nicole to want to see how she 'loved' Ace back to his family and God (difficult to do, considering he had no left family at all!)
She had her priorities. First, her faith. She would never love a man who didn't trust and serve God.
Reading that first quote, the first thing that came to mind was 'Pray the Gay Away.' (and yes, I know Andrew/Ace wasn't gay, but I couldn't stop myself thinking about 'Interventions' and so on.)
And what was with that 'never loving a man who didn't trust and serve God' ??? Get real.
In the end I dnf'd at 44%. There was no depth to either of the characters, or any reason to care about them, especially as Nicole was adamant that she could only love a man who served God. The plot with the Aunt who abandoned Ace when he was 13 was ludicrous really - surely 'God' wouldn't have made her do that? ;)
I didn't like the story - there was nothing new or original in the plot, no conflict or tension, and I didn't care enough about selfish Nicole to want to see how she 'loved' Ace back to his family and God (difficult to do, considering he had no left family at all!)
July 31, 2015
Meh. I didn't dislike it, but there was very little action and the main character seemed neurotic and in need of counseling.
April 14, 2020
I started this book on April 12, 2020 and finished it on April 14, 2020. It was a good read, quick, and down to the point. I gave it three stars because it took so long for Nicole and Ace to both get their heads out of the clouds and realize life is what life is, it's not predictable or safe. I felt for Ace because of his youth spent in foster care and him thinking none of his family wanted him. Nicole was just frustrating because she had this idea that life is predictable and she can manage it how she wants for her own purposes while not thinking of how it affects anyone else. Gram knew the whole time what was going to happen and I enjoyed her quirky attitude.
May 14, 2017
Nicole and Andrew/Ace knew each other as kids, but then life separated them. Now adults, they meet again. Nicole is now an overly cautious woman, afraid of getting hurt, and Ace is now a man who believes he isn't lovable and runs away from love when it is offered to him.
During settling his aunt's estate, Ace learns that she did want him, but the authorities decided he was better off elsewhere. Ace also persuades Nicole to take some risks with her business, but can he convince her to take the risk of loving him?
During settling his aunt's estate, Ace learns that she did want him, but the authorities decided he was better off elsewhere. Ace also persuades Nicole to take some risks with her business, but can he convince her to take the risk of loving him?
March 22, 2018
Seriously flawed premise
This book revolves around a risk-adverse woman taking out a large bank loan as a symbol of trusting God. But the truth is that the Bible very clearly says that the borrower is slave to the lender. Nowhere does it suggest that borrowing is a good thing. I fear that the arguments in favor of borrowing money, as a sign of trust in the Almighty, will encourage otherwise prudent readers to go into debt. Rarely if ever have I read a book that so carefully and persuasively teaches a doctrine that is so contrary to the Word of God.
This book revolves around a risk-adverse woman taking out a large bank loan as a symbol of trusting God. But the truth is that the Bible very clearly says that the borrower is slave to the lender. Nowhere does it suggest that borrowing is a good thing. I fear that the arguments in favor of borrowing money, as a sign of trust in the Almighty, will encourage otherwise prudent readers to go into debt. Rarely if ever have I read a book that so carefully and persuasively teaches a doctrine that is so contrary to the Word of God.
July 1, 2017
I love to fine a good, clean interesting love story. One that I am not worried about recommending to others. A Cry of the Heart is a very good book. It's interesting, sweet, clean and has a great life lesson. If you love someone, you don't try to change them. That's not our job. Pray for them and let God lead you and them. The two main characters had a lot of bad things happen in their past they had to get over. Their closeness and childhood history, helped them to grow and get through this.
July 24, 2017
Loved it!
What a great story! You have broken hearts getting healed and you get a ring-side seat to watch it happen. I loved how it was a full story but didn't drag. For example, she wanted to ask Grams a question, and as soon as she mentioned it to Ace, she did ask. It was an important question. The story deals with what's important: faith, family, belonging, love. I highly recommend!!!
What a great story! You have broken hearts getting healed and you get a ring-side seat to watch it happen. I loved how it was a full story but didn't drag. For example, she wanted to ask Grams a question, and as soon as she mentioned it to Ace, she did ask. It was an important question. The story deals with what's important: faith, family, belonging, love. I highly recommend!!!
March 9, 2018
First time
First time author for me. The book had a solid story but it wasn’t enough to keep my interest. I skimmed about 2/3 of the book and found myself only reading certain parts. This is a Christian fiction and I found it centered more on Gods word than the story at times, which is great if I’m reading a devotional. I wouldn’t discourage others from trying as each person likes are their own.
First time author for me. The book had a solid story but it wasn’t enough to keep my interest. I skimmed about 2/3 of the book and found myself only reading certain parts. This is a Christian fiction and I found it centered more on Gods word than the story at times, which is great if I’m reading a devotional. I wouldn’t discourage others from trying as each person likes are their own.
August 26, 2019
I went into this knowing it was a Christian Romance, so I was expecting it to be pretty tame and mostly about love and not sex. This was fine and I actually liked the overall story plot and writing style, but it has way too much "God is the best", "God will fix everything", literally every other page for my liking. It felt way too preachy even for a Christian Romance. Unless you are a very, very devout Christian, I'd skip this one. I'll avoid this author from now on.
July 13, 2017
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A young woman who has lost her father, then her mom and stepfather just wants a safe life. She's taking care of her grandmother and little sister and runs a business in their small town. The nephew of her deceased neighbor returns home to clean up the house, they have history. Will they have a future?
A young woman who has lost her father, then her mom and stepfather just wants a safe life. She's taking care of her grandmother and little sister and runs a business in their small town. The nephew of her deceased neighbor returns home to clean up the house, they have history. Will they have a future?
February 19, 2018
GOD has a plan for each of us. We all have hang ups and when we face them head on it is not easy. It's easy to say you are trusting in JESUS, but do we really do it.
Than is what I saw in this book.
She never let go of GOD or HIS mercy, but she stood her ground for HIM and the battle was won for the both of them.
Put it at the foot of the cross and give it all to HIM
January 22, 2019
It was a fun read!
First of all, I chose this book because it was recommended by kindle unlimited and it is a series! Yes this book was exciting and interesting enough to draw me in to read book #2. I especially loved and enjoyed how it ended I totally wasnt expecting that type of ending, but glad to have had it like that! Ha! No spoilers here!
First of all, I chose this book because it was recommended by kindle unlimited and it is a series! Yes this book was exciting and interesting enough to draw me in to read book #2. I especially loved and enjoyed how it ended I totally wasnt expecting that type of ending, but glad to have had it like that! Ha! No spoilers here!
August 11, 2019
A excellent life changing story.
This storyline was interesting and well developed. The characters were interesting nd their interaction seem to change them over time. I liked how they slowly, without really knowing began to change in their view of where their relationship could go. I loved reading this book.
This storyline was interesting and well developed. The characters were interesting nd their interaction seem to change them over time. I liked how they slowly, without really knowing began to change in their view of where their relationship could go. I loved reading this book.
October 4, 2020
To trust or not to trust
Good story with likable characters that you root for to learn to trust God and to trust each other. Characters have much in common when it comes to loss but will they risk their hearts and trust in love? Overall good but a bit long in resolving their issues
Good story with likable characters that you root for to learn to trust God and to trust each other. Characters have much in common when it comes to loss but will they risk their hearts and trust in love? Overall good but a bit long in resolving their issues
January 11, 2025
Childhood Love Becomes New
When the young man, from so long ago, comes back to clear out memories. He learns that what he wanted and needed was there all along.
The young girl, next door, can't believe how someone doesn't want family. Her whole life she depended, protected the two people who means so much to her. Even give up on her own happiness to care for them.
When the young man, from so long ago, comes back to clear out memories. He learns that what he wanted and needed was there all along.
The young girl, next door, can't believe how someone doesn't want family. Her whole life she depended, protected the two people who means so much to her. Even give up on her own happiness to care for them.
February 18, 2025
Take a chance on me
Wonderful story, a great journey home, and for Ace, a chance to get back to God.
For Nicole a second chance at love, but she needed to see that he is worth the risk. Great start on a new series (I have now read 10% of the author’s library of over 200 books in 25 years).
Wonderful story, a great journey home, and for Ace, a chance to get back to God.
For Nicole a second chance at love, but she needed to see that he is worth the risk. Great start on a new series (I have now read 10% of the author’s library of over 200 books in 25 years).
October 5, 2025
Nicole lost her father at an early age and never wanted to feel the aching hurt again. So she didn't take risks. Andrew, Ace, lost his mother at 12 and wanted his Aunt Millie to take him in. Unbeknownst to Ace, the system did not allow Aunt Millie to take him in nor was she allowed to write or call him. Nicole and Ace both had trust issues and loss of love but finally love wins out
May 11, 2017
Trust vs. Love
Nicole was afraid to take risks, Ace was a risk-taker . Nicole believed firmly in God Ace did not. How could a relationship last between them? I enjoyed this book a lot. It kept me guessing.
Nicole was afraid to take risks, Ace was a risk-taker . Nicole believed firmly in God Ace did not. How could a relationship last between them? I enjoyed this book a lot. It kept me guessing.
June 25, 2017
Opposites attract
Great book about opposites - and how sometimes the oppositeness is caused by decisions made after past tragedies. Once the issues are dealt with the bridge of compromise is built and people can move forward.
Great book about opposites - and how sometimes the oppositeness is caused by decisions made after past tragedies. Once the issues are dealt with the bridge of compromise is built and people can move forward.
July 4, 2017
A different type of love story
I really enjoyed this book with it's different type of love story. It was fun watching the characters soften their hearts to become the partners each needed. Definitely recommend this book.
I really enjoyed this book with it's different type of love story. It was fun watching the characters soften their hearts to become the partners each needed. Definitely recommend this book.
July 6, 2017
Good Read
Enjoyed the book as each of the principle characters found their way out of the past hurts. My only negative is that there were characters and scenarios that were introduced, but not developed. All in all, it was entertaining.
Enjoyed the book as each of the principle characters found their way out of the past hurts. My only negative is that there were characters and scenarios that were introduced, but not developed. All in all, it was entertaining.
August 17, 2017
Mediocre
I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Quick read with a happy ending, but mostly it was just okay. The writing wasn't all that great and the story has been done before.
I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Quick read with a happy ending, but mostly it was just okay. The writing wasn't all that great and the story has been done before.
August 22, 2017
I found it interesting in Nicole's character how she wanted to control circumstances n not take risks to the extent protecting others when she isn't God but human. In life people make choices whether we like them or not. We want to belong it is a built in dna want. Got this book through bookclub.
November 7, 2018
A story of perspective and perseverance
Anxiety is the fear of the unknown. Both main characters have difficulty with trust issues. When they understand understand true faith, they are free to love each other.
Anxiety is the fear of the unknown. Both main characters have difficulty with trust issues. When they understand understand true faith, they are free to love each other.
May 13, 2019
Amazing book
Kinda Ford is one of my favorite authors. I rarely read anything She has a gift of gently but firmly stating/reminding me of God’s truth. Every book I come away somehow healed/freed a little (or a lot) more from things that have skewed my vision and/or heart.
Kinda Ford is one of my favorite authors. I rarely read anything She has a gift of gently but firmly stating/reminding me of God’s truth. Every book I come away somehow healed/freed a little (or a lot) more from things that have skewed my vision and/or heart.
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