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Joy Michelle Austin

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Afternoon Tea at The Pump Room: 7 Charming Reasons to Visit in Bath

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Amnesia is a trope that has been done time and time again. And yet it's one of my weaknesses when it comes to old school Harlequin romances. Jackie Diamond's story features a MMC with amnesia (a nice change from the usual FMC who is forgetful), a det ...more
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The Weight of Prejudice by Joy Michelle Austin
"Good Book

The Weight of Prejudice is a heartfelt Christian romance filled with second chances, faith, and family. A beautifully written story that reminds us of God’s grace and the power of love to heal old wounds."
The Weight of Prejudice by Joy Michelle Austin
"A beautiful story of second chances, faith, and family. Rick’s journey is tender and real, Darcy and Caroline’s love is heartwarming, and the message of grace shines through every page. Perfect for anyone who loves Christian romance with depth."
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This book is a beautifully written faithfilled narrative that explores hardship, love, healing, and second chances. With its thoughtful blend of faith, healing, and courage, the book tells about Rick's moving story of rebuilding and rediscove" Read more of this review »
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What a heartwarming and powerful conclusion to the Terracolina Trilogy! Thomas’s journey back from the magical garden into real-world challenges is written with such honesty and hope. Author Carla Kessler beautifully blends wonder, adventure, and lif ...more
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“As long as she’s breathing, I will not stop. I will not surrender. I will give her more than this darkness. I will give her the world.”
Joy Michelle Austin, Half Agony, Half Hope: A Christian Romantic Suspense About Rescue, Redemption, and Unbreakable Love

“Daniel wasn’t saved from the lions’ den. He was saved in it. Maybe that’s how God works—not by pulling us out of the darkness, but by holding us through it.”
Joy Michelle Austin, Half Agony, Half Hope: A Christian Romantic Suspense About Rescue, Redemption, and Unbreakable Love

“Time didn’t exist here. Only control. The damp chill of the cellar clung to Rick’s skin, burrowing deep into his muscles, curling around his bones like a parasite.”
Joy Michelle Austin, Half Agony, Half Hope: A Christian Romantic Suspense About Rescue, Redemption, and Unbreakable Love

“From shadows deep, where silence reigned,
Where every breath ached, every step constrained,
I cried out, unseen, unheard, alone,
In a world of agony, carved from stone.”
Joy Michelle Austin, Half Agony, Half Hope: A Christian Romantic Suspense About Rescue, Redemption, and Unbreakable Love

“I want you to love me. I want you to trust me enough to let me love you, and I want you to stay here with me so we can build a life together. That's what I want”
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“Just rest in the Lord. He has already taken care of everything. You might as well let Him have your worries and hurts, 'cause they'll do you no good.”
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“One does not simply read books... one climbs inside them and lives there.”
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“You’re still listening to her voice. Still believing the lie that you failed them. But Rick, you didn’t.”
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