Hearts Made Whole by Jody Hedlund #BookReview and #Giveaway

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About "Hearts Made Whole":

Can she forgive the hurting man who costs her the role she loves?

After her father’s death, Caroline Taylor has grown confident running the Windmill Point Lighthouse. But in 1865 Michigan, women aren’t supposed to have such roles, so it’s only a matter of time before the lighthouse inspector appoints a new keeper–even though Caroline has nowhere else to go and no other job available to her.

Ryan Chambers is a Civil War veteran still haunted by the horrors of battle. He’s secured the position of lighthouse keeper mostly for the isolation–the chance to hide from his past is appealing. He’s not expecting the current keeper to be a feisty and beautiful woman who’s angry with him for taking her job and for his inability to properly run the light. When his failings endanger others, he and Caroline realize he’s in no shape to run the lighthouse, but he’s unwilling to let anyone close enough to help. Caroline feels drawn to this wounded soul, but with both of them relying on that single position, can they look past their loss to a future filled with hope…and possibly love?

My thoughts:

I love historical novels that have a great story. It was interesting to learn more about lighthouses and their functions. I could only wish I could be as patient as Caroline as she struggles to take care of her family and deals with Ryan's shortcomings. It takes a person with a lot of love in their heart to deal with someone who has an addiction problem. I didn't read the first book in the Beacon's Of Light series "Love Unexpected" but I sure plan to. This book had me laughing, crying, and and trying to figure out who was causing the problems. I enjoyed the characters and the historical references. Visit Jody to learn more, purchase a copy of Amazon.

About Jody Hedlund:

She is the bestselling author of nine novels, including “Captured By Love,” “Rebellious Heart,” and “A Noble Groom,” winner of the 2014 Carol Award and INSPYs Award. She received a bachelor’s from Taylor University and a master’s from University of Wisconsin, both in social work. Currently she makes her home in Midland, Michigan, with her husband and five busy children. Find out more about Jody on her website, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and Instagram to hear about specials and promotions.



About the Giveaway:

Celebrate the release of Hearts Made Whole by entering to win an Afternoon at the Beach prize pack and RSVPing to Jody’s June 23rd author chat party!

One grand prize winner will receive: 

A copy of Hearts Made Whole 

A picnic basket set

A beach bag

Flip flops

A beach towel

One second-place winner will receive: 

A copy of Hearts Made Whole 

A lighthouse journal

One third-place winner will receive: 

A copy of Hearts Made Whole 

A lighthouse necklace

Enter today by clicking the banner above or here. But hurry, the giveaway ends on June 23rd.Winner will be announced June 23rd at Jody’s Facebook party. RSVP here!