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I enjoyed reading this story of forgiveness. Molly and Kurt each have pasts that they need to learn to get through. They each must work through a lot of pain. This really makes you think. I received a copy of this book from Celebratelit for a fair and honest opinion that I gave of my own free will. ( )

What would it be like to be accused of a murder? How would you react when you are sentenced to prison knowing you are innocent? Kurt has lived that nightmare and now finds himself finally free from prison. He has a lot to deal with but his first priority is to find a job. When he gets hired by Molly to restore her Victorian home he seems to have hope. I liked that he was determined to prove his innocence and try to win custody of his children.

I understood why Molly was a little apprehensive about hiring Kurt . The story is really intense at times and I could feel both characters holding back their feelings for each other. It would be hard to believe someone you don't know telling you that they are not guilty. I loved how the author slowly draws Molly and Kurt together. They both have trust issues and will need to learn to overcome that. It was nice to read that faith helped them deal with past issues. I was surprised at the secret Molly was hiding. How will Kurt react when she tells him about her past?

The story is beautifully written and easy to like the main characters. I love second chance stories and always like to see how it gets resolved. We all make mistakes but sometimes people won't forgive. I loved how forgiveness was a main theme in the story. It made me think about times I wouldn't forgive and how I missed a chance to repair a relationship. Will Molly and Kurt be able to forgive and trust each other? Don't miss this charming book that reminds us that everyone deserves a second chance.

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

I found this book to be a page-turner, and quickly rooting for the injustice and unfairness of all this young man had lost, and the help he receives from those who live their faith.
The author puts faces on these people and we soon are caring about them, and keep reading hoping the true murderer will be found and all the bad things that have happened will be rectified and Kurt will be reunited with his children.
A really interesting and compelling read, you will have to get to the end for answers, and yes, I did suspect who the real culprit was, but didn’t see what was coming.
Don’t miss this one, people who really live their faith!

I received this book through Celebrate Lit Blogger Program, and was not required to give a positive review. ( )

Newly released from prison, Kurt Jansen is hoping to get a job restoring the Victorian home that Molly Finnerty is converting into a bed and breakfast. He needs the income to hire someone who can prove his innocence and help him win back the two children he lost after being convicted of murdering his wife. Molly has helped in prison ministry by giving jobs to ex-cons before but is nervous about hiring someone who was charged with murder. After speaking with a couple of references, coupled with prayers for guidance, she gives Kurt the job.

The more time they spend together, the harder it is to fight their growing attraction to one another. Molly extends Kurt’s job on her property to include working on the women’s shelter she is building. She comes to believe his story of innocence and helps place him on a path to realizing his dream to win back the custody of his children. Still, as much as she cares for him, she is reluctant to share her past with him for fear he will walk away. An unforeseen circumstance brings the issue to a head and she realizes that she must tell him her secret.

This book drew me in from the start. It is a Christian romance with characters who become very real as you follow their story.

The author provided me with a copy of the e-book in exchange for an honest review. However, I am going to add that I had already purchased a paperback copy of this book as I very much enjoy her work.

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