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rich2023's review
emotional
hopeful
reflective
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I enjoyed this story. God has gifted Toni Shiloh with the gift of writing beautiful relatable stories ! I like how her stories deal with real life issues and it points the reader to God. As always, the characters grow in their walk with God. ❤️
The character Mrs. Williams cracks me up!
The character Mrs. Williams cracks me up!
natashat74's review
5.0
I am reading the books in this series back to back. Toni Shiloh has done it again. I loved getting to see how Belle and Micah's story plays out. Both Belle and Micah has some past issues that they have to overcome in order to be together. Belle has to forgive herself and Micah has to forgive others who has wronged him. Beautiful love story.
meezcarrie's review
4.0
4.5 stars
“…don’t let fear keep you from the abundant life He’s promised you.”
Toni Shiloh always does such a great job of writing hurting characters with authenticity and grace – and weaving a story of hope and healing through their journey toward God and each other. Tucked in between are delightful bits of humor and romance and friendship that keep a smile on your face – and keep the story from being too heavy.
Belle is one of my favorite heroines that Shiloh has written so far – she’s stronger than she thinks she is, and I loved watching her fun personality begin to blossom within her newfound friends and her ‘newborn’ relationship with Jesus. She’s a little nerdy (those jokes – hahaha!) and a lot beautiful, but behind her guarded front is a tender heart and a sad story. Belle’s struggles to understand her new life in Christ – its forgiveness and freedom – are honest and true to life. Enter Micah, swoony on his own but when he goes into protective mode with Belle and with her heart? Keep a fan handy.
Bottom Line: Enduring Love by Toni Shiloh isn’t just a sweet romance with authentically-imperfect characters who feel like friends. Though it is certainly that. It’s also a story of redemption, of God redeeming the time you thought you wasted, of God redeeming the pain that sin has caused, of God redeeming the lies you’ve believed about yourself. It’s a story of forgiveness and justice and grace. And while it is heavy on faith, it’s natural to the story and it doesn’t sound preachy nor does it paint an unrealistic picture of life in Christ. I’m loving the Maple Run series and hoping there’s at least one (if not many) more to come!
(I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book)
first seen at ReadingIsMySuperPower
“…don’t let fear keep you from the abundant life He’s promised you.”
Toni Shiloh always does such a great job of writing hurting characters with authenticity and grace – and weaving a story of hope and healing through their journey toward God and each other. Tucked in between are delightful bits of humor and romance and friendship that keep a smile on your face – and keep the story from being too heavy.
Belle is one of my favorite heroines that Shiloh has written so far – she’s stronger than she thinks she is, and I loved watching her fun personality begin to blossom within her newfound friends and her ‘newborn’ relationship with Jesus. She’s a little nerdy (those jokes – hahaha!) and a lot beautiful, but behind her guarded front is a tender heart and a sad story. Belle’s struggles to understand her new life in Christ – its forgiveness and freedom – are honest and true to life. Enter Micah, swoony on his own but when he goes into protective mode with Belle and with her heart? Keep a fan handy.
Bottom Line: Enduring Love by Toni Shiloh isn’t just a sweet romance with authentically-imperfect characters who feel like friends. Though it is certainly that. It’s also a story of redemption, of God redeeming the time you thought you wasted, of God redeeming the pain that sin has caused, of God redeeming the lies you’ve believed about yourself. It’s a story of forgiveness and justice and grace. And while it is heavy on faith, it’s natural to the story and it doesn’t sound preachy nor does it paint an unrealistic picture of life in Christ. I’m loving the Maple Run series and hoping there’s at least one (if not many) more to come!
(I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book)
first seen at ReadingIsMySuperPower
betherin02's review
5.0
Full review on FaithfullyBookish.com
Belle Peterson seeks refuge and a fresh start while navigating the unfamiliar waters of her newfound faith. I love her heart cry for being made new and leaving her old self behind yet the past and her shame leaves Belle feeling unworthy of love and happiness.
Micah Campbell is the traditional, all-American (tall, dark, and handsome) boy next door. He loves Jesus, his country, and serving others. Micah values obedience to God's commands over his own will and that's where the attraction between our two main characters makes things interesting!
Maple Run is built on faith, relationships, and comfort food. These stories entertain, encourage, and challenge. I highly recommend this series and appreciate Shiloh's unapologetic and fluid (never preachy) presentation of Gospel truths.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher and was under no obligation to post a review. The opinions expressed are my own.
Belle Peterson seeks refuge and a fresh start while navigating the unfamiliar waters of her newfound faith. I love her heart cry for being made new and leaving her old self behind yet the past and her shame leaves Belle feeling unworthy of love and happiness.
Micah Campbell is the traditional, all-American (tall, dark, and handsome) boy next door. He loves Jesus, his country, and serving others. Micah values obedience to God's commands over his own will and that's where the attraction between our two main characters makes things interesting!
Maple Run is built on faith, relationships, and comfort food. These stories entertain, encourage, and challenge. I highly recommend this series and appreciate Shiloh's unapologetic and fluid (never preachy) presentation of Gospel truths.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher and was under no obligation to post a review. The opinions expressed are my own.
erin_j's review
4.0
Belle Peterson has a rough past and she’s starting anew in Maple Run and finding her new identity in Christ. Micah Campbell is very intrigued by the new nurse at the practice he’s working for. And intrigue soon becomes attraction and a desire to get to know her better. But she’s very standoffish and adamant about not dating. Even if she’s also feeling those attraction flutterings. Belle and Micah decide to keep things as friends but it’s hard when their connection is undeniable. When they finally decide to give into the inevitable and start dating, this is when Belle’s past comes calling.
This was a really good book. A sweet romance with some heavier and messy real-life topics throughout. I enjoy that Toni Shiloh’s characters are not perfect Christians and don’t have perfect pasts. Life is messy and they are trying to figure things out. And in this one we get a new Christian on her journey of forgiveness and trust which was nice to read. Micah and Belle have a sweet story of friendship and then romance. I loved seeing all the characters from the previous books as well and being back in Maple Run. Just a very lovely story.
If you’re looking for a sweet Christian romance, pick up a book by Toni Shiloh. You won’t be disappointed.
This was a really good book. A sweet romance with some heavier and messy real-life topics throughout. I enjoy that Toni Shiloh’s characters are not perfect Christians and don’t have perfect pasts. Life is messy and they are trying to figure things out. And in this one we get a new Christian on her journey of forgiveness and trust which was nice to read. Micah and Belle have a sweet story of friendship and then romance. I loved seeing all the characters from the previous books as well and being back in Maple Run. Just a very lovely story.
If you’re looking for a sweet Christian romance, pick up a book by Toni Shiloh. You won’t be disappointed.
cctblog's review
3.0
Enduring Love is an enjoyable return to Maple Run! I especially liked getting to know Belle, a new believer trying to put her former life behind her. Author Toni Shiloh reveals Belle's past in bits and pieces, with the full story not coming out until the very end. I really enjoyed this slow unveiling, as it kept me engaged in the story.
Micah and Belle have a sweet relationship, and Micah is, well, just wonderful. Their romance progresses very slowly, as Belle is quite skittish due to her past, and Micah's patience and understanding with Belle made him incredibly lovable.
There's a bit of a suspense thread in the novel regarding Belle's ex. This is the one aspect of the novel that didn't really work for me, as there was some build up, but the resolution happened really quickly. Also, a couple things happened that I assumed were connected to the ex but were never mentioned again.
Overall, though, I did like Enduring Love quite a bit, and I'd certainly love to continue the series! (I think that Belle and Micah's friends Nikki and Shorty need their own story.) 3-1/2 stars.
Disclosure of material connection: I received this book from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review, and the opinions expressed are my own.
Micah and Belle have a sweet relationship, and Micah is, well, just wonderful. Their romance progresses very slowly, as Belle is quite skittish due to her past, and Micah's patience and understanding with Belle made him incredibly lovable.
There's a bit of a suspense thread in the novel regarding Belle's ex. This is the one aspect of the novel that didn't really work for me, as there was some build up, but the resolution happened really quickly. Also, a couple things happened that I assumed were connected to the ex but were never mentioned again.
Overall, though, I did like Enduring Love quite a bit, and I'd certainly love to continue the series! (I think that Belle and Micah's friends Nikki and Shorty need their own story.) 3-1/2 stars.
Disclosure of material connection: I received this book from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review, and the opinions expressed are my own.
marylinfurumasu's review
5.0
Fear is something which can take hold and cause you to miss the beautiful things God has in store for your life. Fear is something Belle is fighting because of things which happened in her life, and choices she made which were wrong. She’s also struggling with knowing what is true, and if she’ll ever be able to find love again.
Micah (Soup) is a co-worker and want-to-be-friend to Belle. He has some pretty deep hurts and is trying to work through the pain and memories. (Well, if you call avoiding anything related to them, working through, then…. okay!)
They both learn the need for true communication and sharing, finding out that through God’s grace and love they can heal.
There’s a great quote in the book said by a friend to Belle. It’s a quote I think we all need to apply to our lives,
“Don’t let fear keep you from the abundant life He’s promised you.”
In other words, lay those fears at God’s feet so you can live a life of freedom and find real joy.
Some of the characters from the Maple Run book series are in this story. I loved seeing them again and catching up on their lives. It’s like they’ve become my friends and family.
In this story by Toni Shiloh, she tackles some heavy issues of self-esteem, self-doubt, infidelity, forgiveness, God’s redemption, and love.
I truly enjoyed this book and hope you will too.
I was given this book by the author for an honest review, all opinions are my own.
Micah (Soup) is a co-worker and want-to-be-friend to Belle. He has some pretty deep hurts and is trying to work through the pain and memories. (Well, if you call avoiding anything related to them, working through, then…. okay!)
They both learn the need for true communication and sharing, finding out that through God’s grace and love they can heal.
There’s a great quote in the book said by a friend to Belle. It’s a quote I think we all need to apply to our lives,
“Don’t let fear keep you from the abundant life He’s promised you.”
In other words, lay those fears at God’s feet so you can live a life of freedom and find real joy.
Some of the characters from the Maple Run book series are in this story. I loved seeing them again and catching up on their lives. It’s like they’ve become my friends and family.
In this story by Toni Shiloh, she tackles some heavy issues of self-esteem, self-doubt, infidelity, forgiveness, God’s redemption, and love.
I truly enjoyed this book and hope you will too.
I was given this book by the author for an honest review, all opinions are my own.
chautona's review
4.0
What Did I Find Endearing about Enduring Love?
Every once in a while, an author takes a common theme and writes an uncommonly good book with it. I’d say that Toni Shiloh has done this with Enduring Love.
But what’s so endearing about it? Well, what about characters? Belle. Her name belies a hard, pain-filled past and yet personifies who she is inside and out—a beautiful woman. She’s rich, layered, and inconsistent. And, in this book, she should be. It fits her character.
Usually, when I see an inconsistent character, it’s because the author wasn’t careful. This time you read a character crafted to be inconsistent as anyone in her situation would be.
Micah isn’t your typical Galahad, despite having those tendencies. C’mon, Galahad with a bird? It just doesn’t translate. And yet, he wouldn’t be Micah without that bird.
Or maybe it’s how she skillfully wove past characters into this book in a way I don’t think she could have done in the first book. Toni Shiloh has learned the art of giving us what we know and want in just the right places instead of dumping it all on us. She’s managed to make me anxious for the next… and the next.
One thing I know I loved and found particularly endearing…
Banter. There’s a quirkiness to these characters. They slip from serious, to friendly, to avoidance, to teasing banter in a natural flow that you can’t help but want more of.
And this is pure romance.
I’m anxiously waiting for the next book… of traditional Christian romance. Me?!
But even more than character, I think the richest part of this book is its theme. We so often allow our past to define us—to hold us in a relentless grip. And worse than that, we often create rules for ourselves that the Lord would never and has never burdened us with.
Toni Shiloh’s Enduring Love shows these tendencies in rich, authentic narrative that holds your interest and makes you yearn to assure Belle that the Lord has taken all of that from her. She can rest. In Him. If she only will.
If that’s not good writing, I don’t know what is.
Every once in a while, an author takes a common theme and writes an uncommonly good book with it. I’d say that Toni Shiloh has done this with Enduring Love.
But what’s so endearing about it? Well, what about characters? Belle. Her name belies a hard, pain-filled past and yet personifies who she is inside and out—a beautiful woman. She’s rich, layered, and inconsistent. And, in this book, she should be. It fits her character.
Usually, when I see an inconsistent character, it’s because the author wasn’t careful. This time you read a character crafted to be inconsistent as anyone in her situation would be.
Micah isn’t your typical Galahad, despite having those tendencies. C’mon, Galahad with a bird? It just doesn’t translate. And yet, he wouldn’t be Micah without that bird.
Or maybe it’s how she skillfully wove past characters into this book in a way I don’t think she could have done in the first book. Toni Shiloh has learned the art of giving us what we know and want in just the right places instead of dumping it all on us. She’s managed to make me anxious for the next… and the next.
One thing I know I loved and found particularly endearing…
Banter. There’s a quirkiness to these characters. They slip from serious, to friendly, to avoidance, to teasing banter in a natural flow that you can’t help but want more of.
And this is pure romance.
I’m anxiously waiting for the next book… of traditional Christian romance. Me?!
But even more than character, I think the richest part of this book is its theme. We so often allow our past to define us—to hold us in a relentless grip. And worse than that, we often create rules for ourselves that the Lord would never and has never burdened us with.
Toni Shiloh’s Enduring Love shows these tendencies in rich, authentic narrative that holds your interest and makes you yearn to assure Belle that the Lord has taken all of that from her. She can rest. In Him. If she only will.
If that’s not good writing, I don’t know what is.
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