The Harvest - Love Inspired Author:Gail Martin Gaymer, Cynthia Rutledge All Good Gifts by Gail Gaymer Martin — Widow Tess Britton came to the country for peace--certainly not for a romance with her handsome next-door neighbor, Ryan Walsh. But when he urged her to heal her relationship with God and to be open to a lasting love--his--Tess had to wonder if God was giving her a second chance...with Ryan by her side. — Lov... more »ing Grace by Cynthia Rutledge
Nurse Grace Comstock needed a date for Thanksgiving--fast! When she prayed for a handsome prince, suddenly Mr. Charming himself, Dr. Nick Tucci, appeared to escort her! At the feast, Nick convinced everyone he was Graces adoring boyfriend, the man shed been waiting for--and she found herself hoping their pretend relationship would blossom into true love.« less
Two story anthology. First story was just ok, almost prudish in how it was written. The second story was much better, although the heroine could have been a little less standoffish.
The first story is a great one of renewal of love after betrayal. Tess had a less-thank-desirable first marriage and after she meets Ryan in the woods by her summer cabin, it takes a lot of trust for her and for her new friend to become more than just friends. It is a fun read.
Here is a novel (actually two novellas) to restore my faith in Christian authors and a romance to restore my faith in romances. These stories made me smile. When I read the first story, set in Michigan, I remembered my own family's vacation trip to Mackinac Island. The second story is not as strong on setting, but moves quickly. A terrific "fluffy" read overall.