Owen

Hathaway House #15

by Dale Mayer

Uncle Sam’s Navy wasn’t kind to Owen Powell. After he walked too close to a landmine, he was left with leg and back injuries and a rough road to regaining his health. His career is down the drain; his future is uncertain, and every day is a struggle toward better mental and physical health.
The last thing he expects to find is love in the midst of therapy at Hathaway House.
Penny Abigail has spent all her adult life trying to prove to her family that she’s strong enough after a lifetime of illnesses to live her life on her own terms. Although frail, she’s worked hard to get to where she’s at today. She has created several charities and hands out large sums of money to deserving organizations, including Hathaway House.
Meeting Owen wasn’t part of her plan, but she’s willing to run with it. The problem is convincing her overprotective family that the broken SEAL is good enough for her and is not just after her money …

Genres: Romance, Contemporary

162 pages, Kindle Edition

First published November 19, 2021

About the author

Dale Mayer is a USA Today bestselling author best known for her Psychic Visions and Family Blood Ties series. Her contemporary romances are raw and full of passion and emotion (Second Chances, SKIN), her thrillers will keep you guessing (By Death series), and her romantic comedies will keep you giggling (It's a Dog's Life and Charmin Marvin Romantic Comedy series).

She honors the stories that come to her - and some of them are crazy and break all the rules and cross multiple genres!

To go with her fiction, she also writes nonfiction in many different fields with books available on resume writing, companion gardening and the US mortgage system. She has recently published her Career Essentials Series. All her books are available in print and ebook format.

To find out more about Dale and her books, visit her at http://www.dalemayer.com. Or connect with her online with Twitter at www.twitter.com/dalemayer and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/dalemayer.author. If you like Dale Mayer's books and are interested in joining her street team, sign up here - https://www.facebook.com/groups/40238...

Books by Dale Mayer

Psychic Vision Series
Tuesday's Child
Hide'n Go Seek
Maddy's Floor
Garden of Sorrow
Knock, Knock...
Rare Find
Eyes to the Soul - fall/winter 2014

By Death Series
Touched by Death - Part 1 - Free
Touched by Death - Part 2
Touched by Death - Full book
Haunted by Death
Chilled by Death - fall/winter 2014

Second Chances...at Love Series
Second Chances - Part 1
Second Chances - Part 2
Second Chances - Full book

Novellas
It's a Dog's Life- romantic comedy

Charmin Marvin Romantic Comedy
Broken Protocols #1
Broken Protocols #2
Broken Protocols #3

New adult/adul crossover Books
In Cassie's Corner
Gem Stone (a Gemma Stone mystery)

Design Series
Dangerous Designs
Deadly Designs
Darkest Designs

Family Blood Ties Series
Vampire in Denial
Vampire in Distress
Vampire in Design
Vampire in Deceit
Vampire in Defiance

Non-Fiction Books
Career Essentials: The Resume
Career Essentials: The Cover Letter
Career Essentials: The Interview
Career Essentials: 3 in 1

Reviews

[Di]

When Owen gets to Hathaway House he is all in and in better shape than most when they arrive, yet he over does it and ends up meeting Penny and they hit it off. Penny runs charities and helps out the Hathaway House when needed along with several other causes with the money she invests from her family. Her parents are over protective and can’t relate to her philanthropy ways, so when she expresses interest in Owen, her parents try to intervene….can the two get over the hurdles her parents throw their way.
A good sweet clean romance with great characters and a budding love. I liked the no drama between the two and how Owen stands up for himself. I also liked how Penny finally gets through to her parents and how it all ends.
*I voluntarily read an advanced copy and expressed my honest opinion*

[Cheryl]

Loved this one. If I had to describe in one word - heart warming ...well technically two. Even with the inbred stubbornness of Seals, Owen had a calmness, a warmth. Penny had charisma, and quick come backs. Battling their own struggles, physical and emotional it was a joy to watch them deal as adults, to share thoughts and opinions, to reach out and connect. Penny has a bigger heart than me, even if I understood, I am not mature enough, or intelligent enough to handle her dad the way she she did.
This was a wonderful read snuggled in my chair on a cold fall day. Thank you for the arc. I freely share my thoughts and opinions.

[TrishAM]

This is the fifteenth book in the brilliant "Hathaway House" series, they are the type of book that make you want to slip into your dressing gown and comfy slippers and sit by the fireside to read.
When Owen Powel received a message from his old SEAL buddy, Nash, he didn't realize how much his life was about to change. Owen had serious leg and back injuries from being to close to an exploding landmine, some of his buddies hadn't been so lucky. Unbeknown to Owen, Nash had put his name on the waiting list for Hathaway House rehabilitation centre and he was about to be transferred.
Hathaway House was set up by Dani Hathaway and her father the Major, it was for the rehabilitation of military personnel and set out to treat its patients holistically, it employed just the right people to make this happen. Over the course of reading these books the staff at Hathaway House seem like friends, I feel as though I know each one of them.
Owen was at a crossroads in his life, he had decisions to make as to what he was going to do now that the navy wasn't an option. When Penny Abigail entered his life he was attracted to her straight away, they just clicked. Penny looked frail but determined, she was the daughter of a multi millionaire but unlike the rest of her family she devoted her life to her charities, Hathaway House being one of them.
When Penny's overprotective father got wind of a blossoming romance he was determined to put a stop to it, no gold digging, broken navy dropout was having his daughter.....Penny and Owen had other ideas, could they win her father round ?
Dale Meyer has written yet another heart warming book and I look forward to reading Percy's story.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Linda Carlson]

Fantastic!

This story doesn’t delve into Owen’s physical therapy difficulties where one would understand his struggles with his handicaps and injuries as well as his pain and suffering. It does detail his mental ideas and thoughts regarding what he wants to do with his life, his emotional decision of how he feels about Penny, and how his decisions will impact their budding relationship.

I enjoyed the patient and slow journey both Owen and Penny have with getting to know each other, all that is in their individual lives, and what each other needs and wants out of life. They are both very sensitive to the other’s pride and self-worth.

Penny was able to accomplish her financial and business degrees to the benefit of her passion for her favorite charities. I appreciate Penny’s ability to educate herself on the business aspect behind her charities and what kind of assistance they need that she can provide. She isn’t just throwing a little money into a donation box to make herself look good. She means to help make a difference in people’s lives as well as the animals she helps.

I was rooting for Penny regarding the issues with her parents. She deals with them with love yet isn’t afraid to speak her mind and stand up for herself. The money her parents give her for her charities comes with a price, but Penny deals with it. She has the grace to respect her parents for who they are, but doesn’t stand by quietly when Owen becomes the focus of her father’s disapproval. I appreciate Penny’s sensitivity when she resolvs her father’s feelings and the direction of his opinion.

Overall, this is a sweet and very encouraging story about overcoming adversity, the gift of giving and a new found love.

[CarolKat]

In the prologue to this book is the phone call Owen gets from his former roommate Nash. He's astonished that Nash had put him on the waiting list without his knowledge and now there's a bed available. He only has to finish the paperwork and he knows he has to go, the results he sees with Nash just prove that he can go further too.

Of course like so many other's he over does it on the first day, using crutches instead of the wheelchair to prove he's serious.

Penelope 'Penny' Abigail drops off a few animals at Stan's vet clinic on the lower level of Hathaway House before making her way upstairs to see Dani. Hathaway House and Stan's Clinic are just a couple of the many places that benefit from her financial trusts. With Dani busy she heads to the dining room for coffee, where Dennis talks her into a salad and fried chicken since she admits it's been a while since she ate. This is where she meets Owen.

Owen leaves Dani and Penny to navigate back to his room. Unfortunately he gets turned around and almost collapses. It's Penny who sees him as she's leaving and helps him get where he needs to be.

Shane is going to be his Physical Therapist and one of the things that had me laughing is the green shake, it seems many end up drinking that.

Penny and Owen have many meals together and I really loved the connection that slowly forms.

Now Penny's family is another thing altogether, trying to manipulate her into doing things she doesn't want to do.

There is so much growth for both Owen and Penny as a relationship begins to form.

I can't wait for the next book in this series!

[Lisa]

This is another awe-inspiring book from Dale Mayer’s remarkable “Hathaway House” series. Usually this series totally focuses on the injured veteran and his recovery. However, in this book the veteran’s injury is completely overshadowed by the heroine’s situation.

Penny is a philanthropist who was born into a wealthy family. Unlike the rest of her greedy, money-hungry family, she does not spend her money on herself. Instead, she devotes her life, and her inheritance, to her “causes”, in spite of her family’s disapproval.

One of Penny’s major beneficiaries is the Hathaway House. As an important benefactor, and an educated social worker, Penny visits the house regularly. This is the way that she was able to meet Owen.

The major plot in this story involves Penny’s parents’ disapproval of Owen. They believe his injury will keep him from being a worthy husband because he will be unable work, or even take care of her. They also suspect he is a fortune hunter.

I found the arguments between Penny and her parents, particularly her mother, were impressive and thought-provoking. I was also fascinated by the way Owen handles the animosity between himself and her father.

This is a thought-provoking story that, throughout the book, reveals some information that will surprise the readers.

[Char Davis]

This story will be an emotional rollercoaster ride to healing and love.Owen was a Navy Seal til a attack while on patrol where he and his team were ambushed.Now since the injuries have ended his career as a Seal.He's fighting to get better but after multiple surgeries the docs say its as good as it can get.When his friend sends him a picture of himself an a beautiful woman. He can't believe how great his buddy looks.When his phone rings he tells Owen to send in the application for Hathaway house that they will get him as good as he can be just look at him to see its true. Owen is stubborn so he walks into Hathaway house on crutches after a really bad trip down to Hathaway house.He meets Dani an she tells him he has to learn to ask for help from time to time.That he'll put his recovery way behind if he continues to push his body too far.Penny donates slot of money to Hathaway house helping military men and women recover is one of the things she loves about Danish dream.She also gives money to the vet clinic at Hathaway house.When she meets Owen she's instantly drawn to him.She's alone so much because she hates that they keep trying to force her to work in the family business or marry someone with slot of money an become a trophy wife.there are so many twists and turns to this story you will be riveted until the very last page an leave you begging for more.

[Wendy Hodges]

I really enjoyed this sensitive story of two different people struggling to find their way in both life and family. For Owen, badly injured he has struggled with his recovery until Nash tells him to get to Hathaway House, at first unsure if this is right for him, he makes friends with a few staff and Penny. Penny has struggled her whole life against being the odd one out in her family, money for her means helping others both human and animal. Sickness is something she's prone to which means her family are protective and controlling, until she meets Owen. Attraction and a keen sense of being on the same wavelength has them both determined to do the best they can to be together. Inspirational, friendly, great banter and wonderful characters make this a sink deep and get lost in reading book, it's a series that I've followed and it always lifts me up and makes me thankful. All taking place in a fabulous scenic setting. We didn't get much of the animals in this one which I did miss but I loved that despite this being a recuperation hospital there was still romance. Great job by the author and this as always left me wanting the next book. Started 25/10/21 Finished 26/10/21

[Lisa Gibbs]

Owen is a Navy SEAL recovering from a close call with a landmine. His friend Nash wants him to come to Hathaway House because he has had an amazing recovery there and wants the same for his friend. Owen walks into Hathway House with the use of crutches and a mindset to get better. There he meets Penny, Dani, and the General all on the first day. That's quite a feat. He and Penny start seeing a lot of each other and find they have a lot in common. Her family is very protective of her and her money. Owen and Penny will have to stand up to her father in order to get the happy ending they both want and deserve.

I love this series. Each story is new and fresh and full of hope amid the pain that is recovery. Penny is an amazing character, she is a philanthropist who uses her family's wealth to help others. She had a core strength about her and a heart of gold. Owen is a gentle soul with some things to work out before he feels he can be what Penny needs. This was a sweet love story and I can't wait for the next.

[Judy]

Owen by Dale Mayer
Hathaway House Series Book Fifteen
Owen Powell has finally made it to Hathaway House. After his friend Nash had told him to get an application in. Owen couldn’t believe his old VA roommate was looking so fit and with a beautiful woman beside him too, on the photo Nash sent.
Penelope “Penny” Abigail was the oddball in her family. Instead of spending their wealth on herself, she enjoyed playing the philanthropist and setting up charities to help other people and animals. One of her favorite projects was helping Hathaway House and the vet clinic connected to it.
Penny and Owen met on his first day there. Something about him had Penny stopping in more often to check on him. Owen enjoys her company, but he has to get past the handicaps in his mind as much as in his body. Penny had to get past her controlling parents and take control of her own life. One of my favorite series from this author.
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[Kari Hansen]

Penny has worked hard to overcome all the challenges she has had to face, and it has only made her more determined to forge her own path by helping others rather than abiding by the future that her family wants for her. While attending Hathaway House she meets Owen under less-than-ideal circumstances but has feelings for him that she has never felt before.

After an injury ended his career as a SEAL Owen is trying to adjust to both his injuries and the direction his life should take. The opportunities that Hathaway House offers is too good to pass up and when he meets Penny, she gives him a sense of peace and hope for the future but not everyone is happy that they are together.

This is a touching story about two people who have overcome so much and are willing to fight for the love and support that they have found in each other.

[Fleur]

Owen finally has his chance at Hathaway House and he doesn't expect to meet Penny who the more he gets to know the more he cares for her and she feels the same way, so while he focusses on getting better she continues to deal with her family who don't get why she gives money away to great causes instead of making more. I loved how Owen and Penny could relate to each other as Penny was a sickly child so has to take care of herself while Owen recovers from his injuries and are both a great influence on each other while wanting them to stand on their own two feet (no pun intended). This is a sweet read with some good laughs, food that always makes me hungry and characters who you would love to be your friends in real life!

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Meg Martin]

Nash sent Owen a picture of himself and his fiance plus he called to try and get Owen to apply to Hathaway House. Owen agreed and found himself on crutches walking into his new temporary home getting exhausted but filled with hope that he could improve this body he was left with after stepping to close to a landmine. This is his story and in it you find hope, love and honor abound. The people of Hathaway House are such givers and they understand pain. Again I find myself in a heart tugging story of such good people that I can't resist. There is always the doubting Thomas, some naysayers or/and a cynic thrown in for good measure but the good wins out and that's what this is all about. Great series and I can't wait to read about Percy's adventure coming soon.

[Irene S]

I love this heartwarming book and the series. Owen is the latest wounded warrior to enter into Hathaway House. Owen is motivated to get back on his feet. On his first day, Owen meets Penny who lifts his spirits and they hit it off right away. Penny runs a charitable foundation and is a part time social worker at the Hathaway House. Though her family gives grudgingly to her foundation, they want to change Penny to be more like them. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. I always look forward to books in this series. They are so uplifting and focused on veteran's healing. I also love the sweet romances that accompany each story. Hathaway House is a special place.

[Paula]

I really enjoyed reading Owen . Owen was injured in the Navy . While he is slowly rehabbing he receives pictures from his buddy Nash who is rehabbing at The Hathaway House . When Owen sees the fantastic condition of Nash . Owen immediately sends his application in . Penny is a Philanthropist and runs a organization . She helps where money is needed . She helps Hathaway House . Penny and Owen meet and get to know each other . Like any solid relationship there's struggles and outside interference . While he is rehabbing and building a relationship with Penny . This story is well written and the characters are fantastic . I highly recommend reading .

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[Sue]

A very charged read. Owen of course, a wounded vet at Hathaway House, and Penny works outside of the place. Her family is wealthy, but she bugs her parents for money to help her with the charities she works with and Hathaway and the vet clinic is just two of them. That's how she meets Owen at his most vunerable moment. This story has some drama to it with her family butting in with her and Owen, who they think is after her money. But they don't really know his background before he went in the Navy. A great story with a HEA. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Tracy]

Girl facing her own health issues meet boy who is slowly being put back together. They slowly build a friendship which gives each other the support they need at the time. They both get to visit with friends of their pasts and are making new ones too. Slowly together they are moving forward but there are some roadblocks along the way. Time and patience help these two to move forward togther facing their trials, putting the past in the past and moving forward as a strong couple.
A nice moving paced story, gets you along for the ride. The ups and downs makes a great love story.

[Pamela Mitchell]

I love the inspirational books about Hathaway House Rehab Center and was immediately captivated by Owen whose future is uncertain with every day a struggle toward better medical and mental health when he arrives at this safe haven. I enjoyed his immediate attraction and sweet romance with Penny Abigail who is a philanthropist to deserving organizations including Hathaway House. If you enjoy clean and wholesome contemporary romance that pulls at your heartstrings, don't miss this book. I received an advance reader copy and am voluntarily leaving my review.

[Melissa Swafford]

Owen has his work cut out for him when he arrives at Hathaway House. He is just not prepared for it to be on the field of love and the physical challenges ahead. Penny is a go getter and does not stop when she is raising money for her charities. She has to stop when she meets Owen and develops feelings for him. Is their bond going to be strong enough to withstand the familial issues? Love the twists weaved in the story.

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[Carolyn]

A heartwarming love story as two people struggle through hardship to find love.

Owen struggles with his injuries and comes to Hathaway House for healing. There he meets Penny, who struggles with a lifetime of illness. She has worked hard to get where she is and encourages Owen. When she contributes to Hathaway House they meet and fall in love. They struggle to convince her family that for Owen it is love and not greed.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Kathy]

Owen is the next vet at Hathaway House. His path crosses Penny's path and the magic happens. I love each book of the Hathaway House of Healing series. Beloved characters are found in each. book and these books are filled with insight, of relationships and challenges and fears. Laughter and gentle feelings, romance and possibilities. And determination. Lots of determination. Bravo.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Gladys]

This beautiful story is sure to melt your heart and have you swooning. Owen and Penny are such genuine characters that you have an immediate connection to them. These two will have you feeling everything and very strongly, so be prepared for a high intensity emotional workout. It's a powerfully moving, sweet and a bit poignant tale that packs a potent punch to your heart. I am posting an objective review of my own volition.

[Shannon]

I voluntarily reviewed an arc of this book and I absolutely loved it.

This is the the 15th book in the Hathaway House series, it's well-written with a sweet emotional storyline. Owen has arrived at Hathaway House for more therapy to heal from his war wounds, he meets Penny and they have an instant connection. There is plenty of family drama but Owen is steadfast about his feelings for Penny. Loving this series...

[Leanne ~ Tales From The Heart]

I have such a soft spot for this series. The medically retired service men and women come in broken, in both body and soul. You can almost feel their pain and despair. The staff sound too good to be true, I love their dedication. The author does a fantastic job in bringing these characters to life. They leave in weeks or months on the path to healing and finding love along the way.
Great series, I highly recommend it.

[Helen Nicholson]

Looking forward to the story about Percy!!

All of my ratings have been 5. This story is excellent. The only one thing is that looking forward to Percy but knowing that this is the last story. This series I have looked forward to each story. The author has given me happiness, a love story that makes you think about what our military men go through. The women who fell in love with their men. Thank You for giving me smiles.

[Jennifer]

Owen on recommendation from Nash comes to Hathaway House. He feels likes a broken man, but he is determined to get better and stronger. He meets Penny, who is one of the main benefactors of Hathaway on his first day. They form an instant friendship. It's a sweet story of finding love when you least expect it and discovering who you are and why people sometimes act the way they do. Love this series. I volunteered to read this book via Booksprout.

[Tanya]

He had the misfortune of stepping on a landmine and he now faces a hard recovery road. His career is gone and he is not sure where he will be taken. She has suffered many illnesses that she hopes to prove to her family she can do things on her own. She never expected to meet anyone let alone him and an attraction forms. Will it work? How will it work? Will love follow? See how they get on

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[Melinda Swaine]

Oh. My. The feels y'all! You will experience every single one of them. Every. Single. One. Dale Mayer is my go to girl for deeply emotional, sweet reads. Her stories and characters stay with me long after I've finished the last perfect page, and Owen is no exception. I loved it from start to finish! This book was a magnificent, captivating, un-put-downable must read! I highly recommend!!! Happy reading everyone

[WB]

Owen by Dale Mayer set in the awesome Hathaway House series is another beautiful story. A slow build towards a relationship all whilst dealing with physical healing and outside real life pressures. Loved reading this book.

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[Debbiebooknerdyoung]

Owen and Penny have a lot in common, so it's easy to see that they'd be a great couple.
Penny is kind and compassionate, always looking to help those who are less fortunate, even small animals.
Owen has a lot of the same qualities. Family issues on Penny's side are a bit of a problem, but Owen isn't going to let that stand in his way.
Another heartwarming story from Hathaway House.