Hearts That Beat as One

by Elaine Shields

Ellie Fowler’s world turns upside down when the man she loved shattered her heart into a million pieces. Fortunately, her sister Eva provides the perfect opportunity for her to overcome her terrible heartache by requesting her help in her upcoming birth. Without second thoughts for the demanding task, Ellie travels West to be by her side. She may be an extremely capable midwife, still she quickly discovers that her sister’s labor is going to be far more complicated than anyone expected. As if by magic, a fateful meeting with a handsome doctor appears to be just what she needs for her sister, and also in her life. Will she ever let go of the past and realize that love is on the cards for her too?

Liam Parsons is a young doctor, eager to learn, but the people of Clinton don’t trust him just yet. His revolutionary techniques and knowledge of the latest practices tend to cause a rift between him and the old-fashioned local doctor, Dr Hughes. After an unexpected turn of events, he meets a beautiful midwife who impresses him with her knowledge and passion for medicine. Even though his top priority is his duty, he quickly realizes that he is undeniably charmed by her kind heart and strength. Could he risk everything he has worked for all these years for the woman that makes his heart flutter?

Eva’s difficult birth is unfortunately only the beginning in a chain of obstacles between them. A series of inconceivable events will push them to join forces for the sake of the one thing they both love the most; helping people in need. What will happen when true feelings get in the way of their professional relationship? Are they both willing to risk everything for a chance of a true happy ending?

150 pages, ebook

Published June 24, 2021

Reviews

[Jessica · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed this quick read. For being a novella, it didn't feel rushed at all. It had multiple plot threads that weren't confusing to follow. Not quite the Christian fiction I was expecting, as the characters crossed themselves like Catholics but were self-proclaimed Methodists. Even though there were lots of written out prayers and lots of discussion about God, it didn't feel too preachy for me.

5 stars = the book was fantastic and made me laugh out loud/cry.
4 stars = the book was awesome. No complaints.
3 stars = the book was great, but there was just something off about it.
2 stars = the book was pretty bad, although it had some redeeming qualities.
1 star = the book was awful and should be kindling for a fire.

[Margaret Fraleigh · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ellie Fowler has come to Clinton to assist her sister when her baby arrives. Ellie is a midwife.

Dr. Hughes is the Doctor at Clinton, but is set in his ways especially with his doctoring.

Dr. Liam Parsons has come to Clinton to assist Dr. Hughes and learn from him. However Dr.
Parsons is interested in newer medical procedures.

Ellie has just come out of a disastrous relationship, as the man she thought loved her, left her
for another woman. Ellie has sworn not to let her heart be broken again.

This story tells how everyone's path crosses - some good, some not so good.

The heart knows what it wants.

[Roxanne Smith · Rating 4 out of 5]

A wonderful Christian Western romance where Ellie is coming out West to help deliver her sister's baby and Liam acting as the assisting doctor in a practice where the senior physician is a curmudgeon stuck in his old ways. They frequently cross paths and have to deal with things that are traumatic, draw them together but also act to separate them. Both are young and tend to be emotional but eventually get their happily ever after.

[Delbora · Rating 5 out of 5]

I believe this to be the first book by this author that I have read and I found it interesting. Once I started reading it I continued until completed.

[Deanna Stevens · Rating 5 out of 5]

A young Doctor meets a midwife who is just what he needs in his practice but she doesn't want anything to do with that. It doesn't take long before circumstances throw them together and things get interesting. I really enjoyed this Western romance.

[Carol · Rating 3 out of 5]

Clean and sweet read about a lady who finds where she truly belongs desp her misgivings

[D'anah · Rating 3 out of 5]

A lot of life issues going on here. An old Dr stubbornly refusing to admit the truth. Liked all the characters and how experience and skill was acknowledged & appreciated. A good outcome for all.

[Pam · Rating 4 out of 5]

Romance

[Debra Reeves · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed reading Liam and Ellie 's story

[Amanda · Rating 4 out of 5]

Sweet, enjoyable story.