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MY REVIEW:<\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0“Hearts Made Whole” is the second book in Hedund’s Beacons of Hope<\/strong><\/em> historical romance series about lighthouse keepers in Michigan. Featuring Ryan Chambers who had a small role in “Love Unexpected” and Caroline Taylor who has almost single-handedly run the Windmill Point Lighthouse for some time. After her father’s death, Caroline and her siblings are notified that they must leave their home because only a man is allowed to be a lighthouse keeper and Ryan just happens to be her replacement. Could anyone less qualified have been hired?<\/p>\n Returning from the war, Ryan is a broken man – dirty, smelly, hairy, and addicted to the alcohol and opium he\u00a0 uses to escape the physical pain and the guilt. This man is the most unlikely hero for a love story that I have run across and I really did not like him for awhile. But somehow, even with all her problems and responsibilities, Caroline was able to see the gentle, kind-hearted man of integrity hidden beneath his visible appearance.<\/p>\n “Hearts Made Whole” is sometimes just a little gritty due to the author’s courageous decision to deal with some difficult issues. I have read enough book reviews to realize that some readers will be offended by certain scenes but the author handled everything so well that there is really nothing inappropriate for Christian readers. After all, none of us have led perfect lives.<\/p>\n Strong characters are painted with a bold and realistic brush. The plot moves along at a good pace with plenty of action, drama, danger, and mystery to keep it interesting. Family dynamics are not all sweetness and light but exhibit some tension, conflict, and even betrayal. There are moments when all hope seems to be lost but both Caroline and Ryan are able to grow in their faith and realize that God has everything in His hands.<\/p>\n Each book in the Beacons of Hope<\/strong><\/em> series can stand on its own but I would recommend reading both of them just because they are so good. <\/p>\n This book was provided for review by LitFuse Publicity.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n ABOUT THE BOOK:<\/strong><\/p>\n Can she forgive the hurting man who costs her the role she loves?<\/strong><\/p>\n After her father\u2019s death, Caroline Taylor has grown confident running the Windmill Point Lighthouse. But in 1865 Michigan, women aren\u2019t supposed to have such roles, so it\u2019s only a matter of time before the lighthouse inspector appoints a new keeper\u2013even though Caroline has nowhere else to go and no other job available to her.<\/p>\n Ryan Chambers is a Civil War veteran still haunted by the horrors of battle. He\u2019s secured the position of lighthouse keeper mostly for the isolation\u2013the chance to hide from his past is appealing. He\u2019s not expecting the current keeper to be a feisty and beautiful woman who\u2019s angry with him for taking her job and for his inability to properly run the light. When his failings endanger others, he and Caroline realize he\u2019s in no shape to run the lighthouse, but he\u2019s unwilling to let anyone close enough to help. Caroline feels drawn to this wounded soul, but with both of them relying on that single position, can they look past their loss to a future filled with hope\u2026and possibly love?<\/p>\n Learn more and purchase a copy.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Read an excerpt from “Hearts Made Whole” Here.<\/a><\/p>\n ABOUT THE AUTHOR:<\/strong><\/p>\n Find out more about Jody at http:\/\/jodyhedlund.com\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n Jody Hedlund\u2019s \u2018Hearts Made Whole\u2019 Prize Pack Giveaway and Facebook Party\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Don’t miss Jody Hedlund’s new book,\u00a0Hearts Made Whole<\/a><\/em>, a story of loss, forgiveness, hope, and true love set in 1865 Michigan.<\/strong>\u00a0When Ryan’s\u00a0failings endanger others, he and Caroline realize he\u2019s in no shape to run the lighthouse, but he\u2019s unwilling to let anyone close enough to help.\u00a0Can Caroline\u00a0forgive the hurting man who costs her the role she loves?<\/p>\n Celebrate the release of\u00a0Hearts Made Whole<\/em>\u00a0by entering to win an\u00a0Afternoon at the Beach prize pack\u00a0and RSVPing to Jody’s\u00a0June 23rd\u00a0author chat party<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n One grand prize winner will receive:<\/strong><\/p>\n One second-place winner will receive:<\/strong><\/p>\n![\"\"](\"http:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/divider2.png\" "\\"divider2\\"")
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\nJody Hedlund<\/strong> is the bestselling author of nine novels, including \u201cCaptured By Love,\u201d \u201cRebellious Heart,\u201d and \u201cA Noble Groom,\u201d winner of the 2014 Carol Award and INSPYs Award. She received a bachelor\u2019s from Taylor University and a master\u2019s from University of Wisconsin, both in social work. Currently she makes her home in Midland, Michigan, with her husband and five busy children.<\/p>\n
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