I had the utter delight of reviewing this book! I'd never heard of this author, but now she's on my radar!
Here's my review:
Wow! I found this to be a delightful and enchanting book! A combination of a Hollywood star who crosses paths with a southern makeup artist; one with an axe to grind. What could possibly go wrong? The setting of Hope Springs is serene. The wide open spaces and clear sky offer peace to those who are searching for it.
The characters are written brilliantly! I felt an instant connection with Adanne. She's carrying heavy burdens that she feels she can't share. She's also trying to hold on to her parents' legacy despite its financial issues. John amazes me. He starts out as this man who can barely hold his life together. Then he gives his heart to God, and the pieces of his life start to fall in place.
The BEST parts of the book for me are the ones that involve faith in God! "You see, family, the question is not if God is doing something new. The question is, will we position ourselves to see it."
This book will stay with me for a while. The lesson that we don't have to try and fight our battles alone is worth remembering. Sometimes, people are waiting to be asked to help.
I eagerly look forward to reading the next book by this author! I was provided a complimentary copy of the book from Revell through Interviews and Reviews. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Let me know if you read it!
Jeanette
Here's my review: This book was informative and interesting! I love it when authors take a piece of history and create an amazing fictional story. FDR is one of the presidents that I admire and this book showcased his leadership abilities and his dedication to the United States of America. Lizzie is an exceptional woman! She's an advocate, a confidant, and extremely loyal. She stayed with FDR literally until the end. We need more people in the world like Lizzie!

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