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Trusting Her Heart
Sadie Benson is all too familiar with the term “love hurts.” after five years of marriage to an abusive husband, Sadie finds herself on a train with her little girl, Hazel, as they embark on a journey across the country to find a forgotten dream and forge a pathway towards healing, safety, and love. Trust doesn’t come easily to Sadie after everything she has been through... Healing and moving on is hard when she was told for so many years that she was not worth loving.Ryder Mack knew he’d settle down one day, but he isn’t in any hurry. He spends most of his time at the fire station, loving his position as the fire chief in the small town of Stone creek, Illinois. Between work and helping his Friends Travis and Sawyer at their winery, He has very little time for dating. Plus, he’s perfectly content with life as it is... until Sadie walks into the room and into his life, changing his plans in a moment.Can Ryder convince Sadie that she can trust him? Can he protect her from the dangers of her past as they threaten in ways he never imagined? Can Sadie find a way to escape the fears of the past so she can find love in her new life?
296 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 13, 2023
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June 4, 2025
Trusting Her Heart by Lyla Davis
Lyla Davis's "Trusting Her Heart" is a powerful and empathetic story of healing, compassion, and patience after abuse.
It's a vital read that champions the process of learning to trust both others and, crucially, yourself.
What makes this book stand out is its incredibly realistic portrayal of verbal and emotional abuse, alongside practical coping and healing strategies.
I was hooked from the very beginning by the strong writing and relatable characters.
The love story between Sadie and Ryder is truly inspiring, highlighting Sadie's strength and Ryder's kindness as she learns to love again. "Trusting Her Heart" is a poignant reminder that even after immense loss, love is always within reach. This is a crucial and impactful read that will undoubtedly help many.
Lyla Davis's "Trusting Her Heart" is a powerful and empathetic story of healing, compassion, and patience after abuse.
It's a vital read that champions the process of learning to trust both others and, crucially, yourself.
What makes this book stand out is its incredibly realistic portrayal of verbal and emotional abuse, alongside practical coping and healing strategies.
I was hooked from the very beginning by the strong writing and relatable characters.
The love story between Sadie and Ryder is truly inspiring, highlighting Sadie's strength and Ryder's kindness as she learns to love again. "Trusting Her Heart" is a poignant reminder that even after immense loss, love is always within reach. This is a crucial and impactful read that will undoubtedly help many.
September 1, 2025
This one took me a minute to settle into—the writing style switches POV without warning, so you really have to pay attention to know who’s “talking.” But once I got used to it, I was hooked.
The story tackles domestic violence with honesty and care. Sadie takes her small daughter, leaves her abusive husband and moves across the country to live with her high school best friend. There, she meets Ryder—and slowly begins to fall in love.
But love isn’t simple when you’re learning to trust again—not just a man, but yourself.
I think this book could be incredibly encouraging for anyone who’s had to start over. Whether it’s escaping abuse, rebuilding self-confidence, or simply finding your footing again, Sadie’s journey is one of quiet strength.
The story tackles domestic violence with honesty and care. Sadie takes her small daughter, leaves her abusive husband and moves across the country to live with her high school best friend. There, she meets Ryder—and slowly begins to fall in love.
But love isn’t simple when you’re learning to trust again—not just a man, but yourself.
I think this book could be incredibly encouraging for anyone who’s had to start over. Whether it’s escaping abuse, rebuilding self-confidence, or simply finding your footing again, Sadie’s journey is one of quiet strength.
October 2, 2025
Sweet
This has a sweet storyline with characters I genuinely wanted to root for. The pacing and romance kept me engaged, and I enjoyed where the plot went. My one struggle was the constant head-hopping—jumping between characters’ thoughts within the same scene. It often made my head spin and pulled me out of the moment. I think this story would shine even brighter if each chapter stayed rooted in one character’s perspective. Still, it’s an enjoyable read, and fans of heartfelt romance will find plenty to like here.
This has a sweet storyline with characters I genuinely wanted to root for. The pacing and romance kept me engaged, and I enjoyed where the plot went. My one struggle was the constant head-hopping—jumping between characters’ thoughts within the same scene. It often made my head spin and pulled me out of the moment. I think this story would shine even brighter if each chapter stayed rooted in one character’s perspective. Still, it’s an enjoyable read, and fans of heartfelt romance will find plenty to like here.
August 11, 2025
The first book in the Strong Women series is about Sadie, who leaves her abusive husband with her daughter and moves across the county to help her best friend. Here, she's starts to heal from her trauma and neets Ryder, a friend of her best friends and someone she starts to develop feelings for. Lots of twists and turns and some drama mixed with a small amount of spice. Very heavy but very good!
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