Patterns and Progress

Michigan Brides #3

by Tiffany Amber Stockton

Every time Shannon Delaney might have considered changing her stance on what other people called “progress,” something bad happened and she was proven right again. Why can’t things just stay the same—the way they should be? Jacob has his work cut out for him, proving to the stubborn but beautiful Shannon that just because he works for the Henry Ford Company, he isn’t a bad guy. But something about her tells him she’s worth the effort, and when Jacob puts his mind to something, he doesn’t turn back.

Genres: Historical Fiction

176 pages, Mass Market Paperback

First published January 1, 2009

About the author

Tiffany Amber Stockton has been crafting and embellishing stories since childhood, when she was accused of talking entirely too much and possessing an active imagination. Today, she has honed those skills to become an award-winning author and speaker with a passion for literacy and helping others find their identity. She loves to share life-changing products and inspiration with everyone she meets.

She lives with her husband and fellow author, Stuart Vaughn Stockton, in Kentucky. They have 2 children, 3 cats, and 1 dog.

Tiffany has over 24 books published so far with more on the horizon. To date, more than 400,000 copies of her books are in print.

Despite being a born-again Christian since the age of seven, Tiffany is no stranger to heartache, betrayal, and traveling desolate roads. Her faith in Christ has often sustained her through difficult experiences. Although people have failed her, God never has. With her tagline (Broken Promises Restored), she seeks to share that with others through her writing.

Reviews

[Loraine · Rating 4 out of 5]

SUMMARY: Every time Shannon Delaney might have considered changing her stance on what other people called “progress,” something bad happened and she was proven right again. Like the day Jacob Berringer almost ran her over in a new Model-T. Or the Titanic, a marvel of modern invention. Look where that got them. Or how about the new tractor her brother insisted they try out on their farm? That resulted in a broken arm. Why can’t things just stay the same—the way they should be?

Jacob has his work cut out for him, proving to the stubborn but beautiful Shannon that just because he works for the Henry Ford Company, he isn’t a bad guy. But something about her tells him she’s worth the effort, and when Jacob puts his mind to something, he doesn’t turn back.

But will either of them look to God for direction?

REVIEW: This is the third and final book in the Michigan Brides series. I loved the slowly developing relationship between Jacob and Shannon as well as the fact that through a variety of their experiences Shannon becomes more aware of the good points of modern technology and learns that many of the mishaps she fears from it are due to an individual's carelessness rather than the technology. Shannon also learns that she has to trust that God has everything under control. A quick easy-to-read, historical romance.

FAVORITE QUOTES: "As you sit and wonder, Mama continued, might I suggest that you start with prayer? It is after all the one place you can go where you know your requests will always be heard and answered."

"That's the true test of faith. Trusting when things aren't going right. Otherwise you can't say much for your faith."

[Val · Rating 2 out of 5]

A slow moving read