Today I am reviewing Where Our Hearts Lie by Jenny Glazebrook which released Tuesday.
Book Description
Can two hurting hearts find where they belong?
Hallie Hollaway is the daughter of missionaries and a child prodigy who desperately wants to fit in. When her first meeting with an internet boyfriend goes horribly wrong, she escapes to her childhood home of Trinity Lakes. The only place she has ever felt safe and loved.
Josh Ladan is the pastor’s kid who once dreamed of following in his father’s footsteps. Until one tragic summer in Australia changed everything. Now Hallie, his clever childhood friend, is back in Trinity Lakes. Josh is closely guarding a secret that he fears will disappoint Hallie, but he is determined to prove himself to her.
Hallie is drawn to Josh, but holds herself back, believing she is unworthy of love. Can Hallie and Josh allow God to work in their hearts and lives to restore trust and hope for a future together?
My Review
This is the 6th book in the Trinity Lakes series and another good read. I have enjoyed this series. This time the main characters are Hallie and Josh. The story starts with Hallie going on a date with a man she met online. Things are not what they seem and we see her moving to Trinity Lakes for a time. She is staying with Joel’s family and we learn he too is dealing with health issues. Although only a few people know how bad the accident he had in Australia was.
I felt for both Hallie and Josh. Both have dealt with issues that have changed their lives. Hallie dealing with being a Missionary kid and being smart dealing with others perceptions. Josh has dealt with a life changing event that causes him ongoing issues. I loved watching the growth of both characters as the story progresses.
Another part I love is the connection with other characters in the series. We also learn more about a mystery that has been weaving through a few of the books. One thing I really enjoyed seeing was how simple conversations would convict both characters showing they needed to change. The faith element is strong in this book without preaching. I wish I could say so much more but that would give to much of this story away.
If you have liked the other books in this series this book won’t disappoint. If you haven’t read the other books you would still be able to understand what is happening.
