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adventurous
dark
emotional
inspiring
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Roadtrips? A Lady Scientist? Realistic relationships and lovable characters?
What more could you want?
I'm so impressed by this series. I think this is such a compelling series about a family coming to terms with their less-than-ideal family upbringing and learning how to heal from it. I love Flynn. I think his story was set up well at the end of the first book and his growth happened at a realistic pace.
All of the characters were so realistic, I genuinely felt for everyone.
PLUS THE CHEMISTRY. Book 1 was great BUT THIS? THIS!
I often find that inspirational or "proper" romance sometimes lacks chemistry. I'm not talking spicy, I'm talking about genuine human connection. The kind that makes me go "ohhhhh they belong together". Jody is able to create a beautiful recipe that actually has me rooting for the main couple and get excited to see the previous couple.
Remember my review in book 1 where I said it didn't feel like a western? THIS HIT THE MARK.
Also Linenna, oh boy the growth this girl goes through. When she was first introduced, I was scared she was going to be a one-dimensional "I'm not like other girls" character, but no, this girl has got layers.
This was a fun ride. I also loved how well-balanced the faith aspects were. Never did it feel surface-level or forced. They struggled. These aren't the people that tell you "you just need to pray harder". These are people who acknowledge the highs and lows of their faith. I want to be friends with these people.
On to book 3!
What more could you want?
I'm so impressed by this series. I think this is such a compelling series about a family coming to terms with their less-than-ideal family upbringing and learning how to heal from it. I love Flynn. I think his story was set up well at the end of the first book and his growth happened at a realistic pace.
All of the characters were so realistic, I genuinely felt for everyone.
PLUS THE CHEMISTRY. Book 1 was great BUT THIS? THIS!
I often find that inspirational or "proper" romance sometimes lacks chemistry. I'm not talking spicy, I'm talking about genuine human connection. The kind that makes me go "ohhhhh they belong together". Jody is able to create a beautiful recipe that actually has me rooting for the main couple and get excited to see the previous couple.
Remember my review in book 1 where I said it didn't feel like a western? THIS HIT THE MARK.
Also Linenna, oh boy the growth this girl goes through. When she was first introduced, I was scared she was going to be a one-dimensional "I'm not like other girls" character, but no, this girl has got layers.
This was a fun ride. I also loved how well-balanced the faith aspects were. Never did it feel surface-level or forced. They struggled. These aren't the people that tell you "you just need to pray harder". These are people who acknowledge the highs and lows of their faith. I want to be friends with these people.
On to book 3!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Pregnancy and Death of parent
Moderate: Vomit and Gun violence
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