Jennifer Rodewald is amazing! I went into this book with an open mind and heart, as I wasn’t quite sure what I would get out of the story. Ms. Rodewald is a new-to-me author and I tend to be cautious when I start their books. Boy, was I ever surprised! The emotions that filled me after reading this book! It definitely had all the feels.

I felt all of Suzanna’s emotions. Her heart ache, her struggles, all of them were mine. I could relate to her well created, complexity of character. My walk with God hasn’t always been an easy one, and I feel that with Suzanna and her life as she comes to terms with the events of her life. Like she could learn to trust in Him just a little more and her walk in life would be easier. I loved that. Being able to relate to the main character is one of the bonuses of a well written book.

Let’s not forget Paul! I loved him. Bless him, he was truly a wonderful, God fearing man and as he learned more about Suzanna, I could feel the turmoil in his heart as he struggled with what to do! I just wanted to hug him!

I’ll tell you now that you need to grab a copy of this book. You’ll be taken on a roller coaster of emotions as you follow the story. The characters will make a permanent home in your heart and Ms. Rodewald’s writing style will leave you in awe. I definitely give this book high praises and 4.5 stars worth of recommendations! I can’t wait to read another amazing book by this author.

*I received a complimentary copy of this book from Author and was under no obligation to post a review, positive or negative.* ( )

Wow! I wish more books allowed us to feel this connected with all the characters. It's a story of survival in a sense. Suzanna has been dealt a rather harsh hand in life: a mother who left, a father and husband dead, and it seems that the whole town hates her. She doesn't exactly hold God in the highest respect because all she sees are the negatives: death, doom, gloom, etc. She doesn't see the beauty of God or the wonders of God. It takes a wonderful neighbor (and single guy to boot!) to rethink her ideas.

Paul is good for her. He's good TO her (which is what she desperately needs when you have a mother who doesn't think much of you). He shows her what love really is and how God loves us. Love isn't just a mushy feeling. It's not fireworks. Love is action. Love is commitment. Love is the ability to look through the bad times and still find good.

It's an excellent book that reminds you that God is love. ( )