Imagine being abandoned before not one but two weddings, and you serve as a marriage counselor. Then imagine adding in a man who lost his wife and child in a terrible car crash. But Honor has had a secret crush on Jack since high school.

This book delves into the realities of friendship, loss, hurt, and finding the strength to move forward. I appreciate how Tamara G. Cooper brought the storyline and characters to life. I felt their emotions throughout the book. So if you enjoy books that make you feel something and that cause you to relate to the storyline and characters, check out this book for yourself.

I received a complimentary copy of this book, but this in no way influenced my review. All opinions are my own. ( )

I’m in awe of the writing of this author. Her ability to capture the realistic feelings of two people struggling with relationships is powerful. I wasn’t sure what to expect but I was mesmerized by the depth of emotions that flowed throughout the story.

I did have an instant liking to Honor because she reminds me of myself as I struggled with trying to find the right one. Oh she had her chance twice, but something was holding her back from trusting. Honor is someone you want to be best friends with because she is a very giving person. I’m not to sure her job as a marriage counselor fits her though. It would be hard to take advice from someone who had a record of being left at the altar so to speak twice.

Jake is easy to like with his charm, faith and willingness to be there for others. His loss has defined him in a way that he can’t let go of his anger. He feels guilty for thinking that his wife may have been seeing someone else. My heart broke as I learned of the death of his precious child and wife. It is easy to understand his anger but forgiving will be his hardest test.

The story is one of misunderstandings, pushing people away and learning to let go of the past. Everyone can tell that Honor and Jake are meant to be together, but there are a few things they must work through first. I’m not sure I liked that Honor was dating two men at once and she did frustrate me a little. Honor just tell Jake how you feel and swallow your pride already. I can’t forget about how Jake is so afraid to love again that he may end up losing out on happiness.

The author did surprise me when the storyline took a sharp turn that changed Jake’s life. Isn’t it funny how life can take us in a different direction from where we thought we were suppose to be. I did enjoy meeting the family and friends that are connected to Honor and Jake. My two favorite people in the entire story was Jake’s parents. They are a sweet couple who want the best for everyone and their faith is seen in every decision, word or action they do. The ending is good and tied all the loose ends up nicely.

I received a copy of this book from Celebrate Lit. The review is my own opinion. ( )

I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a sweet Christian romance about second chances. The main characters had a lot to come to terms with from their past and I enjoyed the misunderstandings that kept them apart until the timing was right.

I was given a copy of this book for free. I was not required to give a favorable review nor was any money received for this review. All comments and opinions are my own. ( )

This book is a quick sweet read, but filled with human emotions.
I love the setting of this story, a town that goes out of its way to help each other, at times they seem to go beyond and above.
Honor lost her parents as a teenage, and was embraced by this town and by Jake’s family. Now he is finally returning home to finish healing after the loss of his young family.
Can these two hurting individuals help each other heal, or will assumptions and feelings drive them apart?
This is a book that you will be quickly page turning for answers, and they will come, but are they what you want?
I received this book through Celebrate Lit, and was not required to give a positive review. ( )