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Letters of Grace
Emryn's loved Brooks Montgomery since she was six, and he proposed with a strawberry Ringpop on the playground.
Twenty-two years, a real marriage, and a three-year-old daughter later, she still loves him, but no one warns you how hard marriage is, even if you are in love.
Emryn’s lost herself in being a wife and raising their daughter. Unheard. Unseen. Looked through. That’s what love and marriage look like for her now.
And Brooks—well, he’s too busy trying to provide for his family to recognize the problems in his marriage. So when Emryn offers an ultimatum- counseling or divorce, he feels blindsided. Sure, he’s been distracted lately, and yeah, maybe he lets his past haunt him more than he should, but that’s life. None of that means he doesn’t love her.
They are sinking into a quicksand of pride, anger, resentment, and fear. They have lost sight of their vows to each other and God. Will the quicksand win, or will they make their way to a firm foundation built on their faith, respect, and love for each other?
Twenty-two years, a real marriage, and a three-year-old daughter later, she still loves him, but no one warns you how hard marriage is, even if you are in love.
Emryn’s lost herself in being a wife and raising their daughter. Unheard. Unseen. Looked through. That’s what love and marriage look like for her now.
And Brooks—well, he’s too busy trying to provide for his family to recognize the problems in his marriage. So when Emryn offers an ultimatum- counseling or divorce, he feels blindsided. Sure, he’s been distracted lately, and yeah, maybe he lets his past haunt him more than he should, but that’s life. None of that means he doesn’t love her.
They are sinking into a quicksand of pride, anger, resentment, and fear. They have lost sight of their vows to each other and God. Will the quicksand win, or will they make their way to a firm foundation built on their faith, respect, and love for each other?
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Published October 10, 2023
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November 6, 2024
This was my second book by T. Bell, and it didn't disappoint! She brings a realistic story that I believe many people will relate to. It's told in a dual POV, so you get the thoughts and perspectives of both Emryn and Brooks. It showcases the difficulties of marriage with women who lose themselves in their identity as a wife and mom and dads with the stress of supporting their families. I love how T. Bell isn't afraid to show imperfect characters while incorporating God into the story in such a natural way. She is truly talented with the way she writes Christian romance with all the chemistry but no spice or feelings of being over the top or cheesy. She is quickly becoming one of my favorite romance authors.
For anyone who has read After I Do by Taylor Jenkins Reid or has wanted to but chose not to due to content or a secular worldview on marriage, this is a great alternative.
I'm excited to read the rest of this series and future books written by this author.💕
For anyone who has read After I Do by Taylor Jenkins Reid or has wanted to but chose not to due to content or a secular worldview on marriage, this is a great alternative.
I'm excited to read the rest of this series and future books written by this author.💕
February 21, 2024
This book was a phenomenal read. The emotions Bell pulls out of you in regards to these characters is so deep and heartfelt.
At first you really don't like Brooks because he appears to be the stereotypical self-centered modern man who's only focus is his career and himself. But soon you come to find out why he's so absorbed in work--and it's more selfless than selfish. Immediately, you sympathize with Emryn who seems to give all of herself to her family every day without any appreciation or acknowledgement. Every time she tries to talk to her husband, he gives her half-hearted responses--if any response--and you can tell that their marriage has spiraled into the roommate stage. But Emryn doesn't give up. She does, however, move out with their daughter and in with her parents which was exactly the wake-up call Brooks needed to see the fractures in his family.
Faith is woven through the plot as both characters find their way back to God and a way to put Jesus at the center of their marriage. Their healing journey was slow and realistic as they worked with a counselor and found a way to communicate openly and authentically through letters. We get to see both sides of their relationship and the places where they've failed each other. Emryn and Brooks come to see their own failures and shortcomings and work on bettering themselves for their marriage and daughter.
In a side plot we see Brooks's challenging relationship with his father Kip and the complicated feelings he has toward him. Kip plays a part in how Brooks and Emryn find their way back to each other and I thought Bell did an incredible job of weaving that storyline into the main plot of the book.
Brooks and Emryn's book is a raw and honest story full of hope, faith, and a couple's second chance at a beautiful marriage in their happily ever after.
I gave this book 4.5 stars. My only "complaint" and reason why it wasn't an outright 5 stars was that it needed a little bit heavier faith to tighten the seams and make it into a truly flawless story. But I still 10/10 recommend this book.
RATINGS:
Star: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
Faith: ✝️✝️✝️.5
Intimacy: 💋 💋
At first you really don't like Brooks because he appears to be the stereotypical self-centered modern man who's only focus is his career and himself. But soon you come to find out why he's so absorbed in work--and it's more selfless than selfish. Immediately, you sympathize with Emryn who seems to give all of herself to her family every day without any appreciation or acknowledgement. Every time she tries to talk to her husband, he gives her half-hearted responses--if any response--and you can tell that their marriage has spiraled into the roommate stage. But Emryn doesn't give up. She does, however, move out with their daughter and in with her parents which was exactly the wake-up call Brooks needed to see the fractures in his family.
Faith is woven through the plot as both characters find their way back to God and a way to put Jesus at the center of their marriage. Their healing journey was slow and realistic as they worked with a counselor and found a way to communicate openly and authentically through letters. We get to see both sides of their relationship and the places where they've failed each other. Emryn and Brooks come to see their own failures and shortcomings and work on bettering themselves for their marriage and daughter.
In a side plot we see Brooks's challenging relationship with his father Kip and the complicated feelings he has toward him. Kip plays a part in how Brooks and Emryn find their way back to each other and I thought Bell did an incredible job of weaving that storyline into the main plot of the book.
Brooks and Emryn's book is a raw and honest story full of hope, faith, and a couple's second chance at a beautiful marriage in their happily ever after.
I gave this book 4.5 stars. My only "complaint" and reason why it wasn't an outright 5 stars was that it needed a little bit heavier faith to tighten the seams and make it into a truly flawless story. But I still 10/10 recommend this book.
RATINGS:
Star: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
Faith: ✝️✝️✝️.5
Intimacy: 💋 💋
February 9, 2025
Reread 2-9-25. Still a 5 star
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The author reached out to me for a review via Instagram.
To be honest, I didn’t know if I was going to like this at all. I normally avoid second-chance romances, because they are not my thing. They tend to contain tropes that I don’t agree with. The reason I went out on a limb for this one is because the couple is already married.
I was shocked by how much I loved this book. It is very rare for me to cry in the prologue and the first chapter. This felt so realistic. It sounds like something our next-door neighbors could be going through. Even in the end, they don’t have a perfect marriage but they are working better together.
If you don’t like the miscommunication, you may not like this because that is one of the problems the couple goes through. Normally, I don’t like this trope, but the author did it so beautifully. I started even to look at my marriage to see where I could be falling short. To even see if I make my husband feel like I don’t appreciate him.
If you like the movie Fireproof, you would like this book. It reminded me of Fireproof at times. I highly recommend this book. I finished it in one day. I was hooked. I didn’t want to leave Emryn and Brooks. I needed to see how their story ended. I love that they go to a therapist. I love the faith woven through the story.
Also, when I started this book and cried, I mentioned it to the author. That started our conversation throughout the book. I have never fangirled through a book with the author before, but it was exciting. I can’t wait to see what else T. Bell has coming out in the future.
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Excuse me, I have to go cry and be a ball of emotion.
Review to come.
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The author reached out to me for a review via Instagram.
To be honest, I didn’t know if I was going to like this at all. I normally avoid second-chance romances, because they are not my thing. They tend to contain tropes that I don’t agree with. The reason I went out on a limb for this one is because the couple is already married.
I was shocked by how much I loved this book. It is very rare for me to cry in the prologue and the first chapter. This felt so realistic. It sounds like something our next-door neighbors could be going through. Even in the end, they don’t have a perfect marriage but they are working better together.
If you don’t like the miscommunication, you may not like this because that is one of the problems the couple goes through. Normally, I don’t like this trope, but the author did it so beautifully. I started even to look at my marriage to see where I could be falling short. To even see if I make my husband feel like I don’t appreciate him.
If you like the movie Fireproof, you would like this book. It reminded me of Fireproof at times. I highly recommend this book. I finished it in one day. I was hooked. I didn’t want to leave Emryn and Brooks. I needed to see how their story ended. I love that they go to a therapist. I love the faith woven through the story.
Also, when I started this book and cried, I mentioned it to the author. That started our conversation throughout the book. I have never fangirled through a book with the author before, but it was exciting. I can’t wait to see what else T. Bell has coming out in the future.
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Excuse me, I have to go cry and be a ball of emotion.
Review to come.
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April 24, 2025I won't rate because I skimmed a lot and ended up DNF but I will say that I really disliked this herione....like a lot😅
January 5, 2024
This book is amazing!!! I couldn’t put it down!! It is well written and keeps your attention!!
July 14, 2024
It’s been a long time since I read a book featuring a married couple. Emryn and Brooks aren’t just any couple though. They’ve been best friends since they were both six, and now they’ve been married for six years.
But… Brooks isn’t communicating. And Emryn feels like she’s lost her identity and is alone.
I can’t tell you how well I related to this book. How deep into my heart it went. Every marriage is different. And every person is different, but there are so many lessons that can be learned from Emryn and Brooks.
Have your tissues on hand and an open bear while you read this one!
T. Bell is definitely a favorite author now, and I can’t wait to read more of her books!
But… Brooks isn’t communicating. And Emryn feels like she’s lost her identity and is alone.
I can’t tell you how well I related to this book. How deep into my heart it went. Every marriage is different. And every person is different, but there are so many lessons that can be learned from Emryn and Brooks.
Have your tissues on hand and an open bear while you read this one!
T. Bell is definitely a favorite author now, and I can’t wait to read more of her books!
October 30, 2025
“Society tells us that we are failures because of our mistakes. It feels like we can never live up to God’s grace, but the Word of God tells us that we are enough despite our mistakes.”
This was such a good book!
A broken marriage
Two people who truly love each other but can’t see past their face sometimes
Two people from completely different backgrounds trying to show their child what enduring unconditional love is
This was such a good book!
A broken marriage
Two people who truly love each other but can’t see past their face sometimes
Two people from completely different backgrounds trying to show their child what enduring unconditional love is
January 17, 2024
This story got me in my feels and I loved it. Idk HOW I didn’t know Christian romance was a thing but this was my first one! The second book was released today so I will definitely be reading that! 🫶🏼
October 15, 2023
This story hit me right in the feels, as someone who has two young kids & often feels stuck in the roommate stage of marriage, this helps you know that you CAN get out of it!
December 12, 2023
Such a great book! I’m looking forward to the rest in this series.
March 21, 2025
Faith filled emotional roller coaster!
September 23, 2025
Absolutely one of the best reads I’ve read this year.
I love romance but never this story line! Couple that’s already married with a 3 year old daughter. They have lost sight of their vows they made to each other and to God. They try to navigate this tough situation while they take a step back to work on theirselves and their faith!
I love romance but never this story line! Couple that’s already married with a 3 year old daughter. They have lost sight of their vows they made to each other and to God. They try to navigate this tough situation while they take a step back to work on theirselves and their faith!
October 13, 2023
So much of this story resonates with me. As a stay at home Mom I can feel unseen and if communication with my husband breaks down I can feel even more isolated. I appreciated seeing both sides of the problem, her bitterness over the hurt he caused and his problems communicating. The only thing I hoped to see more of was a reliance on God. They learned to rely on and trust each other again but they "successfully" fixed their relationship within themselves. Overall tough, I loved it.
What you'll find inside:
*Dual POV
*Christian characters and growth
*Best friends/ high school sweethearts
*Marriage restoration
*Childhood trauma, triggers at bottom of review
*Clean, Christian romance
What I loved:
*I loved Avery's sweetness but she behaved better than any of my 3 year olds would have in the midst of chaos😂
*"We haven’t done a good job of protecting each other’s hearts."
*"Unheard. Unseen. Looked through. That’s my current definition of love." --As a SAHM I deeply understand this feeling.
*"I wish I knew he would catch me too."
*"I missed everything she did for us because I was too busy thinking about everything I did for her."
*"I placed my value in the hands of a person who is only human himself, and I expected him to be Superman."
*"They stopped growing together and started growing separately.”
*"Our patterns in the past don’t have to define our future."
*"I never wanted big things from Brooks—just the little things."
*I love that they grew from where they were, but the theme was that they grew together, as opposed to growing closer to Christ.
Triggers:
*Alcoholic parent, death of parent, abandonment
What you'll find inside:
*Dual POV
*Christian characters and growth
*Best friends/ high school sweethearts
*Marriage restoration
*Childhood trauma, triggers at bottom of review
*Clean, Christian romance
What I loved:
*I loved Avery's sweetness but she behaved better than any of my 3 year olds would have in the midst of chaos😂
*"We haven’t done a good job of protecting each other’s hearts."
*"Unheard. Unseen. Looked through. That’s my current definition of love." --As a SAHM I deeply understand this feeling.
*"I wish I knew he would catch me too."
*"I missed everything she did for us because I was too busy thinking about everything I did for her."
*"I placed my value in the hands of a person who is only human himself, and I expected him to be Superman."
*"They stopped growing together and started growing separately.”
*"Our patterns in the past don’t have to define our future."
*"I never wanted big things from Brooks—just the little things."
*I love that they grew from where they were, but the theme was that they grew together, as opposed to growing closer to Christ.
Triggers:
*Alcoholic parent, death of parent, abandonment
January 13, 2026
January 2026 Re-read
Brooks & Emryn have loved each other for a very long time. But after years of marriage things aren’t the same. They don’t truly see each other anymore. They begin writing letters to one another to help them communicate better. This story is so beautiful. It shows you the realness of marriage, the struggles, and also how to work on breaking generational curses. T. Bell did an amazing job with this marriage romance. Loved all of the faith themes as well. I highly recommend this one!
Quote -
Tonight, I realized that for me to know you, I have to give you grace. You deserve that, you know—grace and love and patience. You deserve all the good things because you are a good man.
*No foul language, kissing only
Brooks & Emryn have loved each other for a very long time. But after years of marriage things aren’t the same. They don’t truly see each other anymore. They begin writing letters to one another to help them communicate better. This story is so beautiful. It shows you the realness of marriage, the struggles, and also how to work on breaking generational curses. T. Bell did an amazing job with this marriage romance. Loved all of the faith themes as well. I highly recommend this one!
Quote -
Tonight, I realized that for me to know you, I have to give you grace. You deserve that, you know—grace and love and patience. You deserve all the good things because you are a good man.
*No foul language, kissing only
July 28, 2025
Spice: some kissing
Language: none
A Christian novel about second chances and finding yourself, but also about growing together
Language: none
A Christian novel about second chances and finding yourself, but also about growing together
June 20, 2024
If there ever was a book that summed up marriage, the expectations and the struggles, this is it. I related to this more than I care to admit. But I will admit it because I think everyone should read it.
Emryn and Brooks have know each other since grade school. They were always together and always in love, even before they truly knew what love was. They dated, got married (twice if you count on the playground when they were six years old), built a dream house, expanded their family, had a business. To the world they had it all, but they lost sight of the connection and companionship that brought them together. Something that is easily done when you aren’t intentional in your actions and words.
After months of becoming strangers in their own home Emryn has reached the end of her emotional rope and decides the only way to get Brooks to see they are lost is an ultimatum—seek counseling or she is leaving. Drastic times call for drastic measures. Brooks is a man and like most men his pride stands in the way. Emryn leaves and takes their daughter with her.
The story follows them as they attend counseling, write letters to one another, and navigate unknown territory of searching for the love and respect they have lost. The letters are wonderful windows into their souls. Showing the vulnerability, the trust issues, the miscommunication. How complacency and neglect can quickly turn it to anger and bitterness.
I think this book aptly presents the struggles that destroy most marriages. After nearly 24 years of marriage to my high school sweetheart I can attest to grand dreams, unrealistic expectations, and the belief that nothing could ever diminish our undying admiration. But pride, lack of communication, living life on autopilot, not being intentional with your love, and putting God last instead of first will lead to dark days with no light at the end of the tunnel.
Love is, and always will be, worth it. Noting comes easy and it takes a fierce determination and unwavering commitment to create a love that not only lasts but flourishes.
Highly recommend this book and I’m eager to read the next story.
#lettersofgrace #christianfiction
Emryn and Brooks have know each other since grade school. They were always together and always in love, even before they truly knew what love was. They dated, got married (twice if you count on the playground when they were six years old), built a dream house, expanded their family, had a business. To the world they had it all, but they lost sight of the connection and companionship that brought them together. Something that is easily done when you aren’t intentional in your actions and words.
After months of becoming strangers in their own home Emryn has reached the end of her emotional rope and decides the only way to get Brooks to see they are lost is an ultimatum—seek counseling or she is leaving. Drastic times call for drastic measures. Brooks is a man and like most men his pride stands in the way. Emryn leaves and takes their daughter with her.
The story follows them as they attend counseling, write letters to one another, and navigate unknown territory of searching for the love and respect they have lost. The letters are wonderful windows into their souls. Showing the vulnerability, the trust issues, the miscommunication. How complacency and neglect can quickly turn it to anger and bitterness.
I think this book aptly presents the struggles that destroy most marriages. After nearly 24 years of marriage to my high school sweetheart I can attest to grand dreams, unrealistic expectations, and the belief that nothing could ever diminish our undying admiration. But pride, lack of communication, living life on autopilot, not being intentional with your love, and putting God last instead of first will lead to dark days with no light at the end of the tunnel.
Love is, and always will be, worth it. Noting comes easy and it takes a fierce determination and unwavering commitment to create a love that not only lasts but flourishes.
Highly recommend this book and I’m eager to read the next story.
#lettersofgrace #christianfiction
September 4, 2025
Exceptional is the word I'm using to summarise my experience reading this book. I know for sure that "Letters of Grace" is definitely making its way to my favourite books of all time list.
I'm struggling to put into words just how impactful this book was for me. It resonated on such a deep, emotional level that it's hard to describe—it wasn't just entertaining; it was something far more personal and profound. What's interesting is that I'm not even married, yet I found myself deeply understanding both Brooks and Emryn. I could see things from both of their perspectives—each carried their own pain and flaws. They were both misunderstood in different ways, and their repeated struggles really came down to a lack of effective communication.
I thank God for bringing "Letters of Grace" my way. I learnt so much. I’ve recently realized that I prefer stories where the main characters are already married, rather than just beginning a relationship—there’s something deeper and more layered about it that draws me in. This book was especially compelling for that reason. Add in characters who’ve lost their way but are shown mercy and find their path back through God’s grace, and I’m completely hooked.
This book deserves so much more recognition—it’s the kind of story that makes you want to shout from the rooftops (don’t worry, I won’t... probably). It was absolutely incredible, and I’ll be recommending it to as many people as I can. It’s one of those books you just have to experience for yourself. I’m already planning to dive into everything else this author has written. I truly, deeply loved this book
I'm struggling to put into words just how impactful this book was for me. It resonated on such a deep, emotional level that it's hard to describe—it wasn't just entertaining; it was something far more personal and profound. What's interesting is that I'm not even married, yet I found myself deeply understanding both Brooks and Emryn. I could see things from both of their perspectives—each carried their own pain and flaws. They were both misunderstood in different ways, and their repeated struggles really came down to a lack of effective communication.
I thank God for bringing "Letters of Grace" my way. I learnt so much. I’ve recently realized that I prefer stories where the main characters are already married, rather than just beginning a relationship—there’s something deeper and more layered about it that draws me in. This book was especially compelling for that reason. Add in characters who’ve lost their way but are shown mercy and find their path back through God’s grace, and I’m completely hooked.
This book deserves so much more recognition—it’s the kind of story that makes you want to shout from the rooftops (don’t worry, I won’t... probably). It was absolutely incredible, and I’ll be recommending it to as many people as I can. It’s one of those books you just have to experience for yourself. I’m already planning to dive into everything else this author has written. I truly, deeply loved this book
January 8, 2024
Letters of Grace is one of the most realistic romance books I have read in a long time. Emryn and Brooks, a young married couple in their late 20s and parents to a young child have to figure out what happens next when the honeymoon stage is over and real life takes over. What happens when two people become ships passing in the night and they no longer feel in love.
As someone who has been married and divorced in her late 20s this book hit so close to home for me. This book didn't sugarcoat the feelings of either Brooks or Emryn. They left it all out of the table. The bitterness, the hurt, the sorrow and the bits of joy they found in the past.
What I Loved: The therapy and how the counselor taught them to communicate with each other, the family support, the healing from past family trauma and hurt, how growing up differently impacted the way they handled life and marriage, finding their new identities outside of being married and a parent and growing into the people they are destined to become. I loved how they lost sight of God while married but during these trials they went back to church as a family and learned to put God first in their marriage.
While this book does have a happy ending, it doesn't end with two perfect people and neither will our own stories. I highly suggest giving this one a chance. You will not be disappointed!
As someone who has been married and divorced in her late 20s this book hit so close to home for me. This book didn't sugarcoat the feelings of either Brooks or Emryn. They left it all out of the table. The bitterness, the hurt, the sorrow and the bits of joy they found in the past.
What I Loved: The therapy and how the counselor taught them to communicate with each other, the family support, the healing from past family trauma and hurt, how growing up differently impacted the way they handled life and marriage, finding their new identities outside of being married and a parent and growing into the people they are destined to become. I loved how they lost sight of God while married but during these trials they went back to church as a family and learned to put God first in their marriage.
While this book does have a happy ending, it doesn't end with two perfect people and neither will our own stories. I highly suggest giving this one a chance. You will not be disappointed!
April 23, 2024
I love finding new to me authors. I saw a few of my friends share about these books and took way too long to finally buy them and read them. I absolutely loved them. They are gritty and raw. Full of heartache and healing. Both books are full of Biblical truth that keeps Jesus as the focus.
‘Letters of Grace’ really puts marriage into perspective and how easy it can be to let your relationship fall apart. Once that happens, it’s not so easy to fix it. I really enjoy books like these. Instead of doing what the world does and tossing the relationship, Brooks and Emryn put in the work needed to heal their marriage.
I loved them both, but the second book, ‘Letters of Faith’ was my favorite. It follows Georgia and Grayson has they grieve the loss of Nate, who was Georgia’s husband, and Grayson’s best friend. I loved Georgia and Grayson. Their relationship was so sweet and I loved how they took care of each other. If you love gritty Christian romances, definitely give these a try. Make sure you have tissues ready when you read ‘Letters of Faith’.
‘Letters of Grace’ really puts marriage into perspective and how easy it can be to let your relationship fall apart. Once that happens, it’s not so easy to fix it. I really enjoy books like these. Instead of doing what the world does and tossing the relationship, Brooks and Emryn put in the work needed to heal their marriage.
I loved them both, but the second book, ‘Letters of Faith’ was my favorite. It follows Georgia and Grayson has they grieve the loss of Nate, who was Georgia’s husband, and Grayson’s best friend. I loved Georgia and Grayson. Their relationship was so sweet and I loved how they took care of each other. If you love gritty Christian romances, definitely give these a try. Make sure you have tissues ready when you read ‘Letters of Faith’.
April 16, 2024
This is one of those books that I think everyone should read, especially if you're married. It makes you think and self-evaluate your own life.
Normally, I'm not a fan of miscommunication because it's overdramatic and typically done just for the shock factor. However, this one was so realistic and really makes you examine how you could be misunderstanding people in your own life.
I loved that the book didn't shy away from the hard realities of marriage and relationships in general. It shows that it is not always easy. You have to fight for it. To make sure you are truly hearing the other person and that you are communicating so they can hear you too.
The faith in the story is naturally woven in throughout as the characters realize how they've not only let their relationship with one another fall to the wayside but their relationship with God as well.
There's so much to say about this book, but I don't want to spoil it.
Normally, I'm not a fan of miscommunication because it's overdramatic and typically done just for the shock factor. However, this one was so realistic and really makes you examine how you could be misunderstanding people in your own life.
I loved that the book didn't shy away from the hard realities of marriage and relationships in general. It shows that it is not always easy. You have to fight for it. To make sure you are truly hearing the other person and that you are communicating so they can hear you too.
The faith in the story is naturally woven in throughout as the characters realize how they've not only let their relationship with one another fall to the wayside but their relationship with God as well.
There's so much to say about this book, but I don't want to spoil it.
July 16, 2024
Book for True Love Believers and High School Sweethearts
✨NO SPOILERS ✨
NO SPICE!!!!😁
OMGoodness y’all this book is soooo sweet and honestly very eye-opening. As a teenager- I obviously haven’t been married or had a child, but this book reached out to me. It gave me the story and plot I needed for it to be entertaining and enjoyable but also lessons and advice which I could use for future relationships. This book is about learning that everyone is always changing- your spouse, your family members, your friends, and yourself. It’s about taking the time to relearn who you are in your life- no matter how many different roles you play. It’s about being gracious enough to care for other while still being self-preserving enough to save your own heart when necessary. This book is a perfect book for anyone in my opinion; not just someone who’s married or has children. But anyone who cares about the real struggles, hardships, and joy that comes with being married.
✨NO SPOILERS ✨
NO SPICE!!!!😁
OMGoodness y’all this book is soooo sweet and honestly very eye-opening. As a teenager- I obviously haven’t been married or had a child, but this book reached out to me. It gave me the story and plot I needed for it to be entertaining and enjoyable but also lessons and advice which I could use for future relationships. This book is about learning that everyone is always changing- your spouse, your family members, your friends, and yourself. It’s about taking the time to relearn who you are in your life- no matter how many different roles you play. It’s about being gracious enough to care for other while still being self-preserving enough to save your own heart when necessary. This book is a perfect book for anyone in my opinion; not just someone who’s married or has children. But anyone who cares about the real struggles, hardships, and joy that comes with being married.
March 28, 2024
Standalone/Cliffhanger: Standalone but part of series
Ages of H and h: both are 28
Was There Descriptive Sex:
Descriptive Sex &/Or Drama Between H/h With OW/OM: No
>>If So, Before or After H/h Hookup:
Contains Cheating:
Amount of Sex In The Book:
HEA/HFN/etc Ending:
Will This Meet My 'Safety Gang' Buddies' Approval: Yes
Any Triggers/Warnings: No
>>Detail:
Do You Recommend This Book: Yes.
Will You Re-read This Book: maybe
Would You Read More Books By This Author: Yes
My Thoughts
Clean, Christian romance. I enjoyed the book, depicting a real marriage in peril and not for any stupid reason.
Ages of H and h: both are 28
Was There Descriptive Sex:
Descriptive Sex &/Or Drama Between H/h With OW/OM: No
>>If So, Before or After H/h Hookup:
Contains Cheating:
Amount of Sex In The Book:
HEA/HFN/etc Ending:
Will This Meet My 'Safety Gang' Buddies' Approval: Yes
Any Triggers/Warnings: No
>>Detail:
Do You Recommend This Book: Yes.
Will You Re-read This Book: maybe
Would You Read More Books By This Author: Yes
My Thoughts
Clean, Christian romance. I enjoyed the book, depicting a real marriage in peril and not for any stupid reason.
January 1, 2024
A realistic "broken marriage" second-chance love story.
I enjoyed Ms Bell's novel and the pain and brokenness Brooks and Em navigated in their marriage.
This second chance love story has some "real" moments, and touches the reality and reasons for a marriage to break down... the little foxes spoiling the vine. With the mix of a young child, Brooks's "daddy issues" and financial ruin, the pressure of life explodes and makes for great reading.
This story has a Christian worldview, although the Christian message is pretty mild in the personal lives of this struggling couple.
A great read and a great reminder to reevaluate your marriage and make sure you'll still ticking all the boxes and walking in love.
I enjoyed Ms Bell's novel and the pain and brokenness Brooks and Em navigated in their marriage.
This second chance love story has some "real" moments, and touches the reality and reasons for a marriage to break down... the little foxes spoiling the vine. With the mix of a young child, Brooks's "daddy issues" and financial ruin, the pressure of life explodes and makes for great reading.
This story has a Christian worldview, although the Christian message is pretty mild in the personal lives of this struggling couple.
A great read and a great reminder to reevaluate your marriage and make sure you'll still ticking all the boxes and walking in love.
December 29, 2024
wow
This book was just amazing. The raw emotions, the writing from the author…. Everything. These are the books that make a person really look at their lives. I cried a couple times reading these letters between Brooks and Em. A couple who have been in love since childhood are living their married life when things change and the marriage begins to fall apart. This book takes you through them working and rebuilding their marriage. Growing trust and honestly between the two. It was such a real feeling between these two, so many going through the same type of hardships right now and I think this book sums up a decent way to fix something that’s broken but not lost. If there is love and a willingness to put in the work you can get through anything.
This book was just amazing. The raw emotions, the writing from the author…. Everything. These are the books that make a person really look at their lives. I cried a couple times reading these letters between Brooks and Em. A couple who have been in love since childhood are living their married life when things change and the marriage begins to fall apart. This book takes you through them working and rebuilding their marriage. Growing trust and honestly between the two. It was such a real feeling between these two, so many going through the same type of hardships right now and I think this book sums up a decent way to fix something that’s broken but not lost. If there is love and a willingness to put in the work you can get through anything.
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March 22, 2025This book is great for people looking for books about people who are already married,
it's great for people whose marriage is struggling and they're not sure why,
and it does a good job of showing how the characters stopped prioritizing God in their lives and the negative consequences that come of that.
It's hard to read because the characters are SO imperfect. So it's realistic, and you're cheering for them because you want their marriage to succeed but it's hard to cheer for them as individuals because they're as thick headed as we all are.
Also I don't agree with all the conclusions the characters came to and I was hoping they would be corrected but they weren't. I don't not recommend the book, because I really do think it could help some people! But it's definitely not a fun read.
it's great for people whose marriage is struggling and they're not sure why,
and it does a good job of showing how the characters stopped prioritizing God in their lives and the negative consequences that come of that.
It's hard to read because the characters are SO imperfect. So it's realistic, and you're cheering for them because you want their marriage to succeed but it's hard to cheer for them as individuals because they're as thick headed as we all are.
Also I don't agree with all the conclusions the characters came to and I was hoping they would be corrected but they weren't. I don't not recommend the book, because I really do think it could help some people! But it's definitely not a fun read.
December 11, 2023
This book touches your soul!! Most romance books focus on finding new love and starting a relationship but T. Bell has given us the story of a young couple that have made it past the “honeymoon “ phase of their marriage and are faced with life’s struggles that threaten to tear them in different directions, away from each other. This book reminds us that we have to keep dating our significant other even after we are married and that keeping God in our relationship with keep it solid. I am so anxious to read more from this new author!!!
February 27, 2024
first of all I have never related to a book so much in my life. I have been where Emeryn and Brooks are and it’s not easy. I especially resonated when the pastor was preaching about “But God.” that struck me to my core. The author push topics that aren’t easily spoken about and hit them in places that I, as the reader, appreciate them talking about most things that are unspoken. truly is a wonderful book and i can’t wait to read the next.
December 19, 2024
Very well written story about how marriages flounder and if you aren’t willing to turn to God for help, they dissolve. I believe this story will ring true with so many marriages where love is present but things get in the way. The letters written to one another were honest and heartfelt. Speaking truth without the fear of rejection. When we honestly communicate with our spouse, there is hope. Loved the biblical references and godly counsel.
March 11, 2025
By far one of my favourite books to date. Realistic and Christian? Count me in. Now to find every book this author has written. I love that the romance is clean and that God is mentioned throughout the story. To see the characters encourage a healthy relationship with God warms my heart. As soon as I started reading this, I couldn't stop and here I am, having completed the book within a few hours. Adding this one to the need to read again list.
May 24, 2025
This was a nice read, recommended by a friend of mine. There were parts where I couldn’t put the book down but also parts that were a bit dry for me. However, I liked how we got to see both the wife and husband’s point of view to understand their marital struggles better. Of course no marriage is perfect, what matters most is if both parties are still willing to try. I also really liked the faith aspect of the book, just gotta give it to God 🙌🏾
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