Book for Mom: My Stubborn Heart by Becky Wade

My Stubborn Heart by Becky Wade

Age Range: Adult (appropriate for teens)

Paperback: 352 pages

Publisher: Bethany House Publishers (May 1, 2012)

Language: English

Genre: Contemporary Romance/Christian

Source: Bought

My Rating: 5 of 5 stars

About the Book:

A Sensational CBA Debut in Contemporary Romance!  This summer author Becky Wade makes her CBA debut with a fun -- and funny -- contemporary romance.  Amidst the light-hearted banter and laugh-out-loud moments is a compelling spiritual journey of one woman's choice to listen to God and wait on him.  Filled with humor and authentic romance, My Stubborn Heart is shaping up to be the hit of the summer.

Kate Donovan is burned out on work, worn down by her dating relationships, and in need of an adventure. When Kate's grandmother asks Kate to accompany her to Redbud, Pennsylvania, to restore the grand old house she grew up in, Kate jumps at the chance.

Yet, she discovers a different kind of project upon meeting the man hired to renovate the house.  Matt Jarreau is attractive and clearly wounded -- hiding from people, from God, and from his past.  Kate can't help but set her stubborn heart on bringing him out of the dark and back into the light... whether he likes it or not.

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My Thoughts:

This is one of those books that I could read over and over again. When contemporary fiction is done right, it is one of my favorite things to read.

Kate and Matt both have issues they need to overcome, but they need each other. They come to rely on one another. Their relationship grows slowly and steadily throughout the book, and it doesn't come without a fair share of setbacks and heartache. Their story is so sweet and so filled with hope that it will be sure to leave a smile on your face.

The supporting characters are very entertaining. All the seniors that Kate, and eventually Matt, end up spending most of their time with are a hoot. Big hats at tea time, antique shopping, and wily matchmaking are all afoot when these old folks are around.  I am so glad that I took a chance on this book because I absolutely loved it.

Content: Clean

5 STARS