Title<\/b>: Where Healing Starts \u2013 Applewood Hill Book 2 <\/p>\n
Author<\/b>: Angela D. Meyer<\/p>\n
Genre<\/b>: Christian Fiction, Women\u2019s Fiction, Contemporary Fiction, Family Drama<\/p>\n
Release Date<\/b>: May 11<\/p>\n
Joanna and Blake Hannigan grew up in an angry home and made an all-for-one pact \u2013 them against the world \u2013 in order to survive. Now that pact may keep them from what they each long for.<\/p>\n
While doing community service for shoplifting, Joanna\u2019s walls begin to come down. She wonders if she does have something of value inside of her, but still full of bitterness, she can\u2019t get off the path to self-destruction.<\/p>\n
Will a near death experience put her on the road to redemption?<\/p>\n
Blake refuses to accept the consequences for putting his brother-in-law in the hospital. He runs from the law and does the unthinkable.<\/p>\n
In the face of impending disaster, will Blake\u2019s choices lead to healing?<\/p>\n
Unless the siblings realize their pact can\u2019t save them, they may not find the One who can.<\/p>\n
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR:<\/strong><\/p>\n Learn more about Angela\u2019s books on her website<\/a>. Sign up for her newsletter<\/a> to be among the first to hear about her new book releases.<\/p>\n Connect with Angela:<\/b><\/p>\n Newsletter Subscription Link: <\/b>https:\/\/view.flodesk.com\/pages\/5f496ba074a46d0026e73898<\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Interview with Angela D. Meyer Part 1<\/strong><\/p>\n 1. Have you always been a writer? If not, what was your previous occupation? How long have you been writing?\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n I\u2019ve written for a long time, since junior high, but haven\u2019t always considered myself a \u201cwriter\u201d. More than anything, I am a teacher. I have been a children\u2019s\u2019 Bible class teacher, a homeschool teacher, and a women\u2019s Bible study. I am now preparing to go back to school to be an ESL teacher.<\/p>\n 2. What kinds of interesting things have you done in your life?\u00a0\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n I traveled to Brazil on a mission trip while I was in college. After the missions portion was over, I was able to remain in Brazil with the family of a former foreign exchange student to my high school. I saw some lovely places and the food was amazing!<\/p>\n After college, I was a nanny on the east coast for a number of years and had the chance to do quite a few things interesting things while living in that part of the country. I went on a whale watch, mad numerous day trips to the ocean side, visited New York City, and attended New York City Ballet. I saw Mikhail Baryshnikov dance in the ballet and perform in a play off Broadway. I also got to watch Rudolf Nureyev dance in the Nutcracker.\u00a0<\/p>\n 3. What books have influenced your life the most?\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n Essentialism by Greg McKeown, Humility by C.J. Mahaney, Fleeing Isis Finding Jesus by Charles Morris & Craig Borlase, Free of Me by Sharon Hodde Miller<\/p>\n 4. If you could have dinner with one person, dead or alive, who would it be and why?\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n Someone who lived in the \u201cwild west \u201dor pioneer days. This is my favorite part of history. I would enjoy sharing a meal with a woman who survived the wagon train journey! As a kid, I would make up stories in my head about the old west. And I must admit, I really enjoy stories set in this time period. If my five year old self decided who to eat with, she would probably choose a fictional character – Tonto. I used to be a big fan of The Lone Ranger!<\/p>\n 5. What book are you currently reading?\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n Reading the Bible with Rabbi Jesus by Lois Tverberg\u00a0<\/p>\n 6. When you’re not writing, what do you enjoy doing?<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n I enjoy hanging out with my family and friends. Game nights are great. I also enjoy reading and movies.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”MY REVIEW” _builder_version=”4.17.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n MY REVIEW:<\/strong><\/p>\n Where Healing Starts<\/em> is a highly emotional story about the grown children from a dysfunctional family background. Each of them have dealt with the past in their own way but sister Joanna and brother Blake have allowed anger and bitterness to rule their lives. Poor choices have created even more problems for them both and unless major changes are made, their lives could end up a disaster.<\/p>\n I will admit that there were times I really wanted to just shake Joanna and ask what her problem was. I could see how God was working in her through the unconditional love shown by a couple she encountered but it was still difficult to watch her continue to make bad decisions.<\/p>\n The plot moves along at a fairly steady pace and the characters are well rounded and realistic. It is emotionally difficult to read at times but well worth the effort. The story is an excellent example of the Lord’s patience with us and the power of forgiveness.<\/p>\n I voluntarily reviewed a digital copy of this book provided by The Novel Way Blog Tours with The Mosaic Collection . A favorable review was not required. All views expressed are my own.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Additional Blog Stops<\/b><\/p>\n May 11 \u2013\u00a0Daysong Reflections<\/a>\u00a0 Author Interview, Part 1<\/p>\n May 11 \u2013\u00a0Milla Holt<\/a> \u2013 Author Interview, Part 2<\/p>\n May 12 \u2013\u00a0Stories of Hope<\/a> \u2013 Book Trailer<\/p>\n May 12 \u2013\u00a0Johnnie Alexander<\/a> \u2013 Excerpt, Part 1<\/p>\n May 13 \u2013\u00a0Cardinal Bluff Reviews<\/a> \u2013 Excerpt, Part 2<\/p>\n May 13 \u2013\u00a0Library Lady\u2019s Kid Lit<\/a> \u2013 Character Interview with Joanna Hannigan<\/p>\n May 14 \u2013\u00a0Brenda S. Anderson<\/a> \u2013\u00a0 Character Interview with Blake Hannigan<\/p>\n May 15 \u2013\u00a0Texas Book-aholic<\/a> \u2013\u00a0 Setting Inspiration<\/p>\n May 16 \u2013\u00a0Ravenz Reviewz<\/a> \u2013 Deleted Scene, Part 1<\/p>\n May 17 \u2013\u00a0Batya\u2019s Bits<\/a> \u2013 Deleted Scene, Part 2<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Purchase Where Healing Starts:<\/b><\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Angela-D.-Meyer.png\")
Angela D. Meyer<\/strong> writes fiction that showcases God\u2019s ability to redeem and restore the brokenness in our lives. Now that her two children are grown, she spends her life writing instead of homeschooling, stays active at church, and is plotting what to do with the rest of her life. She enjoys sunrises and sunsets, hanging out with friends, a good laugh, and reading. Someday, she would love to vacation by the ocean.<\/p>\n\n
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