by Susan May Warren
The Christiansen Family series, Book 1
Christian Fiction / Contemporary / Romance
Available May 2013
Tyndale House
416 pages
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About the Book
Darek Christiansen is almost a dream bachelor—oldest son in the large
Christiansen clan, heir to their historic Evergreen Lake Resort, and
doting father. But he’s also wounded and angry since the tragic death of
his wife, Felicity. No woman in Deep Haven dares come near.
New
assistant county attorney Ivy Madison simply doesn’t know any better
when she bids on Darek at the charity auction. Nor does she know that
when she crafted a plea bargain three years ago to keep Jensen Atwood
out of jail and in Deep Haven fulfilling community service, she was
releasing the man responsible for Felicity’s death. All Ivy knows is
that the Christiansens feel like the family she’s always longed for. And
once she gets past Darek’s tough exterior, she finds a man she could
spend the rest of her life with. Which scares her almost as much as
Darek learning of her involvement in his wife’s case.
Caught
between new love and old grudges, Darek must decide if he can set aside
the past for a future with Ivy—a future more and more at risk as an
approaching wildfire threatens to wipe out the Christiansen resort and
Deep Haven itself.
My Thoughts
As a huge fan of Susan May Warren, I was thrilled to read Take a Chance on Me. As expected, I absolutely loved it! The plot, characters, and underlying themes are so rich, and I felt like I was right in the middle of everything the whole time. I loved Ivy and Darek and watching their friendship develop, and the addition of all of the drama surrounding Jensen really helped round out the story.
If I could sum up the message of the book in one word, it would belonging. Each of the characters are searching for a place to belong and must overcome past circumstances and their own shame to find that belonging. Let me just say it's a fascinating journey.
As a huge fan of family sagas, I'm looking forward to reading more about the Christiansen family! Whether you're looking for a romance or a deep, emotional story, Take a Chance on Me is a great choice! [5 stars]
I received a free copy of this book from the author in exchange for my fair and honest review.
About the Author
Susan May Warren is the bestselling, RITA Award–winning author of
more than forty novels whose compelling plots and unforgettable
characters have won acclaim with readers and reviewers alike. She served
with her husband and four children as a missionary in Russia for eight
years before she and her family returned home to the States. She now
writes full-time as her husband runs a lodge on Lake Superior in
northern Minnesota, where many of her books are set. She and her family
enjoy hiking, canoeing, and being involved in their local church.
Several of her critically acclaimed novels have been ECPA and CBA
bestsellers, were chosen as Top Picks by Romantic Times, and have won
the RWA's Inspirational Reader's Choice contest and the American
Christian Fiction Writers Book of the Year award. Five of her books have
been Christy Award finalists. In addition to her writing, Susan loves
to teach and speak at women's events about God's amazing grace in our
lives. She also runs a writing community for authors. Visit
MyBookTherapy.com to learn more. For exciting updates on her new
releases, previous books, and more, visit her website at
www.susanmaywarren.com
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Sounds really good, love the review. I will definitely check it out.
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