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Autumn's Majesty
Will autumn’s majesty breathe new life and new love into these parched and lonely souls?
After his wife died, Ross Kerrigan took a sabbatical from his job as minister to the senior souls at Apple Blossom Fellowship. How can he minister to them when he’s only living for the day he can join Lizzie in heaven? But when he gets roped into volunteering for the town’s first Autumn Festival, the meetings are the highlight of his week, and he looks forward to seeing the beautiful florist, whose smile brightens up the room better than any flower.
It hurts Mallory Shannon to see their beloved pastor broken and grieving. She lost her husband to cancer ten years ago, and Pastor Ross and Lizzie were there for her when she needed someone to listen, whether it was railing at the Lord or crying out in grief and loneliness. Surely the Lord can use her flowers and the festival’s pumpkins and hayrides to make the man see that life is still worth living. And she’s willing for Him to use her in that mission.
Will autumn’s majesty breathe new life and new love into these parched and lonely souls? Can it kindle a fire of revival in Ross’s faith? Will this pastor rediscover his joy and welcome a new love or will he wither and tumble like autumn’s dried and crackled leaves…
After his wife died, Ross Kerrigan took a sabbatical from his job as minister to the senior souls at Apple Blossom Fellowship. How can he minister to them when he’s only living for the day he can join Lizzie in heaven? But when he gets roped into volunteering for the town’s first Autumn Festival, the meetings are the highlight of his week, and he looks forward to seeing the beautiful florist, whose smile brightens up the room better than any flower.
It hurts Mallory Shannon to see their beloved pastor broken and grieving. She lost her husband to cancer ten years ago, and Pastor Ross and Lizzie were there for her when she needed someone to listen, whether it was railing at the Lord or crying out in grief and loneliness. Surely the Lord can use her flowers and the festival’s pumpkins and hayrides to make the man see that life is still worth living. And she’s willing for Him to use her in that mission.
Will autumn’s majesty breathe new life and new love into these parched and lonely souls? Can it kindle a fire of revival in Ross’s faith? Will this pastor rediscover his joy and welcome a new love or will he wither and tumble like autumn’s dried and crackled leaves…
108 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 1, 2023
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Dora Hiers
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May 8, 2023
Another great read from Dora Hiers, filled with faith, God's ability to take a broken heart and make it whole again. I loved the sweet budding romance in the story and the characters' passion for the Lord.
If you enjoy Christian romance with a second chance situation, you will love this one. Highly recommended.
I received a complimentary copy from the author and voluntarily choose to review it. All opinions are my own.
If you enjoy Christian romance with a second chance situation, you will love this one. Highly recommended.
I received a complimentary copy from the author and voluntarily choose to review it. All opinions are my own.
March 25, 2023
Man Was Not Made To Be Alone
This is a book that touches the heart. It’s full of truths and realistic situations. It’s about grief and all the pain when dealing with loss, but it’s also about moving on… and about how hard it is to do that.
Moving on won’t be easy for Ross Kerrigan. After a long year of ‘hiding in plain sight’, Ross realizes it’s time to let go and start living again. Easier said than done, but all things are possible with G_d. When a couple of friends show up Ross receives that message loud and clear. No, it won’t be easy, letting go never is but lessons learned and the prize that awaits makes it all worthwhile.
🥀LESSONS LEARNED and OBSERVED🌹
Working through and dealing with grief is a process and can be different for those going through loss.
Grief brings about many feelings… loneliness, memories, self pity, brokenness, tears, and Ross Kerrigan feels them all. Lizzie, his wife and the love of his life died a year ago and Ross is having a hard time dealing with that. He may be what people call ‘a man of the cloth’ but he suffers, questions, and at times, gives up like any other person.
Moving on won’t be easy… Ross kisses Mallory and feels guilt, shame. He was lonely and broken, half the man he use to be. He had to learn to live again.
The book points out how couples talk about finances but seldom discuss loneliness for the one left behind.
Dark cloud covering was a good description used in the book.
Sometimes one that has gone through loss and grief will be the very one helping. Mallory Shannon understood Ross’s pain. Her husband died 10 years earlier and it was Ross and Lizzie who helped her through that hard time. Now, she is the one ‘sent’ to help Ross. God knows our needs. He knew 10 years ago that Ross would need Mallory too.
Ross wants Mallory to feel treasured, loved and cherished again. He’s drawn to her but has to work on his confused feelings which even includes jealousy.
Loss and grief wasn’t new to Ross, his son committed suicide several years earlier. With God’s help, he and Lizzie worked through that pain together. But now, Lizzie is gone and Ross is all alone. Mallory is a gift sent to him at the perfect time.
I was given an advance copy of this book and freely leave my review, thoughts and opinions. This book may be fiction but it’s loaded with truths.
This is a book that touches the heart. It’s full of truths and realistic situations. It’s about grief and all the pain when dealing with loss, but it’s also about moving on… and about how hard it is to do that.
Moving on won’t be easy for Ross Kerrigan. After a long year of ‘hiding in plain sight’, Ross realizes it’s time to let go and start living again. Easier said than done, but all things are possible with G_d. When a couple of friends show up Ross receives that message loud and clear. No, it won’t be easy, letting go never is but lessons learned and the prize that awaits makes it all worthwhile.
🥀LESSONS LEARNED and OBSERVED🌹
Working through and dealing with grief is a process and can be different for those going through loss.
Grief brings about many feelings… loneliness, memories, self pity, brokenness, tears, and Ross Kerrigan feels them all. Lizzie, his wife and the love of his life died a year ago and Ross is having a hard time dealing with that. He may be what people call ‘a man of the cloth’ but he suffers, questions, and at times, gives up like any other person.
Moving on won’t be easy… Ross kisses Mallory and feels guilt, shame. He was lonely and broken, half the man he use to be. He had to learn to live again.
The book points out how couples talk about finances but seldom discuss loneliness for the one left behind.
Dark cloud covering was a good description used in the book.
Sometimes one that has gone through loss and grief will be the very one helping. Mallory Shannon understood Ross’s pain. Her husband died 10 years earlier and it was Ross and Lizzie who helped her through that hard time. Now, she is the one ‘sent’ to help Ross. God knows our needs. He knew 10 years ago that Ross would need Mallory too.
Ross wants Mallory to feel treasured, loved and cherished again. He’s drawn to her but has to work on his confused feelings which even includes jealousy.
Loss and grief wasn’t new to Ross, his son committed suicide several years earlier. With God’s help, he and Lizzie worked through that pain together. But now, Lizzie is gone and Ross is all alone. Mallory is a gift sent to him at the perfect time.
I was given an advance copy of this book and freely leave my review, thoughts and opinions. This book may be fiction but it’s loaded with truths.
April 11, 2023
Enjoyed Mallory and Ross' story. Mallory was the florist of her home town. She had volunteered to be decorating committee for the fall festival. Only problem was she was the only one on the committee. Ross had been grieving for two years since his wife passed away. He had literally dropped out of his life. Autumn was his wife's favorite season. They always drove to the mountain to enjoy the splendor. Today he decided to make the trek alone. While being at his lowest point, he found God was waiting. With new purpose in his heart he decided to get back to his life and church. He found himself being the second member of the fall festival decorating committee. Both, Ross and Mallory had weathered losses, and now both were ready to live again. I enjoyed seeing Mallory take her bold steps to make her heart known to Ross. I read this in a couple days, it was so sweet even having Ross' feelings painted so pure you knew his pain. If you like clean heartfelt stories with second chances in love, I highly recommend 'Autumn's Majesty'. I received this book from the publisher. The thoughts and comments are my own.
May 3, 2023
I highly recommend this book for those who enjoy reading clean Christian romance. I loved it and the characters were likeable. Ross lost his wife about a year ago and his grief was so heavy that he withdrew from his duties as a pastor to seniors and refused socializing with anyone except his senior pastor. Mallory owns the flower shop in town and she lost her husband ten years ago. She remembered how Pastor Ross and his wife at that time comforted her during her grieving process. She wants to return the favor and draw Pastor Ross out of his grief so she asks him to help her on the decorating committee for the town's August Festival. He turns her down but after praying, he decides it is time to start living again and agrees to help Mallory. Their friendship blossoms. I like the way that the author, Dora Hiers, isn't afraid to let her Christian beliefs shine through her characters. Her writing is refreshing and brings joy to her readers. I received an ARC from the author, and this is my voluntary and honest review.
March 31, 2023
We are back in Apple Blossom with another touching and sweet, clean Christian story about individuals finding love a second time after having lost their special person.
Ross Kerrigan is the town’s minister to the seniors. A year ago he lost his wife, and is still having a hard time moving forward. Questioning his future as a minister and life in Apple Blossom.
Mallory Shannon is the town’s florist . A woman who lost her husband ten years ago. She is full of life and is assigned to chair the Autumn Festival . Determined to help the man she has always admired, Mallory gets Ross involved in the festival’s organization.
As they work together, sparks of attraction makes Ross realize that he is ready to move forward in life.
Will Mallory and Ross find that love can happen a second time?
The story was engaging and one to enjoy in an afternoon of leisure.
I was entrusted a copy of this book. The opinions expressed are solely my own.
Ross Kerrigan is the town’s minister to the seniors. A year ago he lost his wife, and is still having a hard time moving forward. Questioning his future as a minister and life in Apple Blossom.
Mallory Shannon is the town’s florist . A woman who lost her husband ten years ago. She is full of life and is assigned to chair the Autumn Festival . Determined to help the man she has always admired, Mallory gets Ross involved in the festival’s organization.
As they work together, sparks of attraction makes Ross realize that he is ready to move forward in life.
Will Mallory and Ross find that love can happen a second time?
The story was engaging and one to enjoy in an afternoon of leisure.
I was entrusted a copy of this book. The opinions expressed are solely my own.
April 24, 2023
This is a delightful, well written, sweet story which I very much enjoyed and highly recommend. The small community of Apple Blossom Flats is planning a festival with the hopes of revitalizing their town. As a committee of one, florist Mallory Shannon is in charge of the decorations. A pastor to seniors, Ross Kerrigan, is coming to terms with the death of his wife one year earlier and has been on sabbatical from his job. Mallory understands his situation as she was widowed ten years earlier. Ross agrees to help her, and as they work together their attraction grows, but Ross has to fight guilt over his feelings for Mallory. He also has to decide what to do about his ministry. Mallory cares for Ross, and she is willing to wait and see if her patience and kindness will pay off.
My thanks to the author for an ARC; the opinions expressed are strictly my own.
My thanks to the author for an ARC; the opinions expressed are strictly my own.
May 2, 2023
Ross Kerrigan, a minister to senior citizens at the Apple Blossom Fellowship has taken a sabbatical as he hasn’t been able to deal with life since his wife Lizzie died. As he stays to himself, others try to comfort him realizing he was grieving his loss. Mallory Shannon is one of them and as she is so very fond of him, she tries to get him involved with their first autumn festival. As Ross feels the pull to help out Mallory as she is a widower and sometimes has trouble working at her flower shop due to arthritis. As he starts to help out getting ready for the festival, he is also ready to being the minister he once was, maybe even better as he realizes his faith has been renewed in ways he didn’t expect with Mallory’s faith and encouragement.
April 13, 2023
This novella demonstrates to us that God always has a plan for us. Ross lost his wife about one year ago. During that time he turned away all of his friends, family and his parishioners while becoming more and more bitter then turning away from God. Mallory is one of Ross's parishioners who cares deeply for him and is worried about him. She happens to meet up with him at a gas station when she is having trouble getting the gas cap off because of her arthritis. (Did I forget to mention they are both in their sixties and Mallory lost her husband ten years ago?) Anyway she sees Ross pumping gas near her so she asks him to help her. This is the beginning of their story.
April 15, 2023
Loved the characters!
This is my voluntary review of a copy I received from the author.
The characters were all realistic.
Mallory is pretty cool. She's decided she's too old to worry about what others think about her. She does her thing while leaning on the Lord. She's been praying for Pastor Ross specifically as he faces life wit out his Lizzie.
Ross is just opening up after closing himself away because his grief. He's encouraged by his senior pastor and by the pretty widow, Mallory.
It can't be attraction he sees in her eyes, though. Right? He's old and broken and still loves his wife.
This is my voluntary review of a copy I received from the author.
The characters were all realistic.
Mallory is pretty cool. She's decided she's too old to worry about what others think about her. She does her thing while leaning on the Lord. She's been praying for Pastor Ross specifically as he faces life wit out his Lizzie.
Ross is just opening up after closing himself away because his grief. He's encouraged by his senior pastor and by the pretty widow, Mallory.
It can't be attraction he sees in her eyes, though. Right? He's old and broken and still loves his wife.
April 30, 2023
Mallory has watched her beloved pastor grieve for his wife for the past year. She knows the loss of a spouse. Her husband had died of cancer 10 years ago. Pastor Ross and his wife, Lizzie had helped her through that awful time. She wants to return the favor and bring Ross out of his grief. She tries to get him involved in the preparations for the autumn festival. Ross agrees to help and ends up on a committee with Mallory. As his heart heals, Ross realizes that he still have a life worth living.
Such a sweet book! I love Ms. Hiers. Her books will fill you with such peace and calm. Just feel good books!
Such a sweet book! I love Ms. Hiers. Her books will fill you with such peace and calm. Just feel good books!
May 2, 2023
Assistant Pastor Ross has been mourning the death of his wife for almost a year when he is approached by widow Mallory who needs assistance with setting up the décor for the Apple Blossom Flats Autumn festival. His initial reaction is to walk away until he feels God telling him to move forward with his life. As he becomes more involved in the preparations, he develops a new zest for life…and love!
Readers can always depend on Dora Hiers to write a novel with an engaging story-line, a strong Christian emphasis, and well-developed characters who are open to His message.
I received a free review copy from the author and this is my honest opinion.
Readers can always depend on Dora Hiers to write a novel with an engaging story-line, a strong Christian emphasis, and well-developed characters who are open to His message.
I received a free review copy from the author and this is my honest opinion.
April 10, 2023
A sweet, warm, feel good romance between two adults who have both lost their spouses. Mallory has been widowed for 10 years; Ross just over a year. It is a hard adjustment for Ross, who cannot find a way to continue in his job, and certainly not looking for other female companionship.
It was sweet to see how the story developed and how God restored love to Ross' future.
I love reading Dora Hiers' stories--they are inspirational, filled with Godly wisdom, and leave you feeling blessed.
I was provided with an ARC of this book. This review is my honest opinion
It was sweet to see how the story developed and how God restored love to Ross' future.
I love reading Dora Hiers' stories--they are inspirational, filled with Godly wisdom, and leave you feeling blessed.
I was provided with an ARC of this book. This review is my honest opinion
April 21, 2023
What a very inspirational, later in life, second chance love story. Mallory lost her husband a decade ago and Ross and Lizzie helped her through her grief. It has been a year since Ross lost his wife and he has isolated himself in his grief. Mallory helps Ross see that life goes on. Their attraction is quick to develop. This is a lovely, heartwarming story with wonderful characters that will keep you reading until the end. I highly recommend it.
I received a free copy of this book and this is my voluntary, honest review.
I received a free copy of this book and this is my voluntary, honest review.
April 28, 2023
Mallory knows how it feels to lose a spouse and her Pastor and his wife were there to help her through it. Now, she wants to help her Pastor through his own loss. As a Pastor, Ross has helped his congregation through the loss of loved ones but now when it’s the loss of his own spouse he’s not real receptive to letting anyone help him through. Can Mallory, with God’s help break through the wall he has put up and show him that there is life still to be lived and another love to share the rest of his life with. This is a beautiful story and a great way to spend an afternoon.
May 2, 2023
Dora Hiers has again taken a hard subject, romance after the death of a loved spouse, and shed Christian light onto it. Life changes after the death of a spouse and you think that things will never be normal again. Pastor Ross Kerrigan has shut himself off from his congregation and friends. Long time friend, Mallory Shannon, remembers how she felt when her husband died and how Ross and Lizzie had ministered to her. She has been praying for Ross and wants him to start living again. This story is beautiful and heartwarming. I highly recommend it.
May 2, 2023
This lovely and sweet Christian romance immediately captivated me and kept me totally immersed until I read the last word with characters that jump out of the book and into your heart and an inspiring second chance at life and love. I loved florist Mallory Shannon and enjoyed her dynamic with everyone in Apple Blossom Flats especially pastor Ross Kerrigan. If you enjoy Christian romance at its finest, don't miss Autumn's Majesty. I received an advance reader copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving my review.
May 16, 2023
Mallory lost her husband to cancer 10 years ago and knows both the pain of losing a much loved spouse and the hope that she will see him again in heaven and that he is in a better place. Ross their much loved pastor is still grieving for his wife and seems to have lost his way. Mallory decided to rope him into helping her in the Autumn festival and so begins his journey into restored faith, hope for the future and new love. A delightful shortish read (108 pages), strongly Christian without being preachy. I received an ARC but this review is my own.
October 29, 2026
Sweet story
4 stars. Sweet faith filled novella! I enjoyed this book. You don't see many older couples stories. This was a second chance at romance for the main characters, who both had lost their spouses. The MMC was grieving because his loss was more recent, and the FMC had lost her husband 10 years before, and she had been praying for the MMC and had fallen in love with him. I loved how active she was and how energetic and joyful she was. She helps bring him out of his grief.
Recommend this sweet story.
4 stars. Sweet faith filled novella! I enjoyed this book. You don't see many older couples stories. This was a second chance at romance for the main characters, who both had lost their spouses. The MMC was grieving because his loss was more recent, and the FMC had lost her husband 10 years before, and she had been praying for the MMC and had fallen in love with him. I loved how active she was and how energetic and joyful she was. She helps bring him out of his grief.
Recommend this sweet story.
April 1, 2023
“Autumn’s Majesty” by Dora Hiers
Love the second time around.
A sweet clean Christian mature adult romance that was a rather quick read. I enjoyed my time with Ross and Mallory. I even found myself being just a bit jealous. Doesn’t everyone want a love match? That special someone who helps you know that you are enough. Happy Reading ! !
Note: This review expresses my honest opinion.
I downloaded my copy of this book via BookFunnel.
Love the second time around.
A sweet clean Christian mature adult romance that was a rather quick read. I enjoyed my time with Ross and Mallory. I even found myself being just a bit jealous. Doesn’t everyone want a love match? That special someone who helps you know that you are enough. Happy Reading ! !
Note: This review expresses my honest opinion.
I downloaded my copy of this book via BookFunnel.
April 19, 2023
This is a beautiful love story. Ross lost his wife a year ago and was still grieving for her. He had pretty much become a recluse, only opening his door for the pastor of the church.
Mallory had lost her husband ten years ago. She owned the flower shop and was very outgoing. She did volunteer work in their small town. She was attracted to Ross, but would he ever open his heart to love again?
I received a free ARC, and this is my honest opinion.
Mallory had lost her husband ten years ago. She owned the flower shop and was very outgoing. She did volunteer work in their small town. She was attracted to Ross, but would he ever open his heart to love again?
I received a free ARC, and this is my honest opinion.
May 1, 2023
How does a pastor recover from a great loss?
Ross’s wife passed away and devastated him. He’s spent a year locking himself away from people and God. Mallory’s husband passed 10 years ago and has dealt with her loss, bringing sunshine to everyone she encounters, and praying for Ross daily. Would God use her and the parishioners to guide Ross back to him? Lovely story of loss, love, and God’s persistence in chasing us back to Him.
Received ARC and this is my honest review.
Ross’s wife passed away and devastated him. He’s spent a year locking himself away from people and God. Mallory’s husband passed 10 years ago and has dealt with her loss, bringing sunshine to everyone she encounters, and praying for Ross daily. Would God use her and the parishioners to guide Ross back to him? Lovely story of loss, love, and God’s persistence in chasing us back to Him.
Received ARC and this is my honest review.
May 1, 2023
Autumn's Majesty is a Christian, heartwarming, inspirational, second chance romance! This well written book is a reminder that grief is a lonely, individual process. With God's help, Ross will emerge from his despondency and even find love again. This sweet tale and Ms. Hiers' wonderfully emotional story telling kept me well entertained for the time I spent with Mallory and Ross. I am always sorry to reach the end.
May 3, 2023
Wonderful story of new beginnings.
This is a wonderful story of two older people who have lost their first loves. Grieving the loss of his first wife Pastor Ross Kerrigan, took some time off from his duties. He seems to long for the day he too would breathe his final breath. Then he gets drawn into helping the local florist, Mallory Shannon, with the Autumn Festival. With Mallory’s help, Ross seems to begin to find God’s calling once again in his life.
This is a wonderful story of two older people who have lost their first loves. Grieving the loss of his first wife Pastor Ross Kerrigan, took some time off from his duties. He seems to long for the day he too would breathe his final breath. Then he gets drawn into helping the local florist, Mallory Shannon, with the Autumn Festival. With Mallory’s help, Ross seems to begin to find God’s calling once again in his life.
March 31, 2023
In this book you will read about a preacher trying to get on with his life after losing his wife,and amazing people who are there to support him. Ross and Mallory’s story will have you on the edge of your seat waiting to see what happens next. I had the honor to review this book for the author for a honest review.
April 18, 2023
A touching story about faith, grief, loses and second chancea. As for Mallory, who lost her husband twn years ago and Pastor Ross, widower for a year, but with a broken heart and isolated from his community. Their faith and commitment to work together in the Autumn Festival of their hometown, will bring them together and give them a second chance at love and happiness
April 20, 2023
A sweet later-in-life romance.
I liked Ross and Mallory's autumn-themed romance filled with faith, family and friendship. Both having been widowed meant they'd experienced their share of heartache, so seeing them brave another chance at love was lovely to witness.
A sweet read.
NB I received an ARC of this novel.
I liked Ross and Mallory's autumn-themed romance filled with faith, family and friendship. Both having been widowed meant they'd experienced their share of heartache, so seeing them brave another chance at love was lovely to witness.
A sweet read.
NB I received an ARC of this novel.
May 1, 2023
Ross and Mallory are both widowed. Mallory is ready for a new romance, and possibly, a new husband. Ross is still grieving his deceased wife. Can Ross move on without feelings of betrayal?
This is a sweet, quick read. It is well-written with endearing characters. Good Christian principles are portrayed.
I received a copy of this book from the author. My review is voluntary and unbiased.
This is a sweet, quick read. It is well-written with endearing characters. Good Christian principles are portrayed.
I received a copy of this book from the author. My review is voluntary and unbiased.
May 1, 2023
A beautiful storyline filled with lots of emotions, life, death, love and so much more. Ross’s path is really made of lots of back and forth, heartwarming and heartbreaking at moments, you will fall in love with him. I highly recommended it. Thanks to the author for providing me with my review copy.
May 1, 2023
Reading about how spouses deal with loss and moving on was a change from the usual.
The courage is takes to make the first move and to reciprocate, or not... interesting.
Then of course, taking into account extended families in autumn relationships. A satisfying read.
The descriptions of the town and its autumn festivities made me long for such a place.
The courage is takes to make the first move and to reciprocate, or not... interesting.
Then of course, taking into account extended families in autumn relationships. A satisfying read.
The descriptions of the town and its autumn festivities made me long for such a place.
May 1, 2023
She’s a widow. He’s a widower,
They work together at the Autumn fair . . . and feel drawn to each other. She has been praying for him for quite some time! He’s a pastor - and she loves his preaching .. . THIS IS SUCH A GOOD BOOK!!! I received a copy of this book from the publisher. All thoughts and comments are my own.
They work together at the Autumn fair . . . and feel drawn to each other. She has been praying for him for quite some time! He’s a pastor - and she loves his preaching .. . THIS IS SUCH A GOOD BOOK!!! I received a copy of this book from the publisher. All thoughts and comments are my own.
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