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Valerie's Verdict

by Hallee Bridgeman

Series: Dixon Brothers (2)

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"Valerie Flynn grew up with the Dixon brothers, never differentiating one more than the other. When she leaves for college, she puts Atlanta and her childhood behind her, ready to make a life for herself somewhere else. An abusive relationship almost destroys her physically and emotionally, and manages to wipe out her relationship with God. Since boyhood days, Brad Dixon has always carried a flame for Valerie Her engagement to another man shattered his dreams. When she comes home, battered and bruised, recovering from a nearly fatal relationship, he prays God will use him to help her heal. Valerie returns to Atlanta seeking a fresh start, but she finds herself in a strange place. Not only is Brad now her boss, she starts to develop feelings for him. Is it possible she can overcome the past and open herself up to another relationship, or did the damage done to her body and soul permanently take away any chance of happiness and love?"--… (more)
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Valerie's Verdict by Hallee Bridgeman
Book starts out with us learning about Valerie and her boyfriend. She's now a broken woman and he's in jail for what he did to her. She also lost her religion.
Story also follows the three Dixon boys, Brad who runs the family company and his two brothers who help out when not doing mission work.
There are a lot of Bible passages as they relate to the scene in front of us. Hate to see Valerie when she enters her house and has to scan every room to be sure no one has gotten in.
She is able to reach out and participate in a support group which also helps her in the long run.
She is also able to open up to Brad and they share things they buried when they were just young kids=like a time capsule to be opened later in life.
Ends with recipes, discussion questions and excerpt from next Dixon brother in the series. Can be read as a stand alone also.
Other works in series formats are also highlighted at the end.
About the author is also included at the end. Love gardening and design work discussions as the processes, family interactions and they included Valerie as one of them.
Received this review copy from the author and this is my honest opinion. ( )
  jbarr5 | Nov 13, 2019 |
I read this book as a member of the launch team. I enjoy reading Hallee Bridgeman, she does a great job and this book is not an exception to that. It is a good read and you will enjoy it.

The main characters were very well developed and came alive. They could be your neighbor or friend. The supporting characters were well done too, just not as in-depth as they were the minor players. The story flowed well. It drew you in immediately. It did not first give you a long, drawn-out scenario but put you right into the story with a lot of action and drama.

This is a love story, but also a book that looks at a couple of hard, social issues: abuse and inter-racial relationships. Both issues were addressed well and show the good and the bad.

I gave it 4 out of 5 stars because I felt it was a bit slow in a couple of areas but I truly enjoyed the book. I think you will like it also if you are looking for a modern-day romance. It is a Christian book and shows how a Christian should act but is not preachy at all.

I was given an ARC and this review is freely given and not required, it is my honest opinion. ( )
  grammy57 | Oct 22, 2019 |
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"Valerie Flynn grew up with the Dixon brothers, never differentiating one more than the other. When she leaves for college, she puts Atlanta and her childhood behind her, ready to make a life for herself somewhere else. An abusive relationship almost destroys her physically and emotionally, and manages to wipe out her relationship with God. Since boyhood days, Brad Dixon has always carried a flame for Valerie Her engagement to another man shattered his dreams. When she comes home, battered and bruised, recovering from a nearly fatal relationship, he prays God will use him to help her heal. Valerie returns to Atlanta seeking a fresh start, but she finds herself in a strange place. Not only is Brad now her boss, she starts to develop feelings for him. Is it possible she can overcome the past and open herself up to another relationship, or did the damage done to her body and soul permanently take away any chance of happiness and love?"--

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