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Sunset Pointe: The Baby Between Us
Jonathan and Karla have been soulmates since the third grade--a love that survived homework, heartbreak, and everything in between. But the day before the Senior Prom, everything falls apart. Karla learns that Jonathan has been unfaithful, and her best friend, Missy, is carrying his child.
When their parents pressure Jonathan and Missy into marriage, Jonathan sees only one way out--he runs. He leaves behind his responsibilities, his family, and the girl he always called his one true love.
Months later, in the small town of Sunset Pointe, old wounds resurface as Jonathan and Karla's lives collide again. Betrayal, regret, and the ache of a love interrupted keep pulling them apart--but a shared, unshakable faith in God may be the only thing strong enough to bring them home to each other.
A story of second chances, forgiveness, and the redeeming power of grace, Sunset The Baby Between Us is a heartfelt clean Christian Romance for readers who love childhood sweethearts, small-town family drams, and faith-filled fiction about the courage it takes to forgive.
When their parents pressure Jonathan and Missy into marriage, Jonathan sees only one way out--he runs. He leaves behind his responsibilities, his family, and the girl he always called his one true love.
Months later, in the small town of Sunset Pointe, old wounds resurface as Jonathan and Karla's lives collide again. Betrayal, regret, and the ache of a love interrupted keep pulling them apart--but a shared, unshakable faith in God may be the only thing strong enough to bring them home to each other.
A story of second chances, forgiveness, and the redeeming power of grace, Sunset The Baby Between Us is a heartfelt clean Christian Romance for readers who love childhood sweethearts, small-town family drams, and faith-filled fiction about the courage it takes to forgive.
215 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 1, 2026
About the author
Brenda C. Poulos
15 books80 followersBrenda Poulos is the Amazon Best-selling Christian Fiction writer of Runaways: The Long Journey Home, The Choice: Will's Last Testament, Simon Says, Truth or Dare, Tug of War, Cat's Cradle, Justice for Jessie, and Mending Fences.
When her mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer's in 2016, she began writing a series of non-fiction books for individuals with Alzheimer's and their caregivers. The series of interactive picture books, called I REMEMBER, began with I REMEMBER THE SEASONS, followed by I REMEMBER THE HOLIDAYS, and I REMEMBER BIBLE STORIES.
A former teacher and elementary school guidance counselor, Brenda is a member of American Christian Fiction Writers and is past president of Christian Writers of the West.
She lives in Henderson, Nevada with her husband, John. They have four adult children and eight amazing grandchildren.
Brenda has a beautiful new website you'll enjoy, www.brendapoulosauthor.com. She blogs on
http://www. spiritualsnippets.com, focusing on “Seeing Life’s Events in the Light of God’s Word”; and offers new writers encouragement on the craft of writing on http://brendapoulos.org
When her mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer's in 2016, she began writing a series of non-fiction books for individuals with Alzheimer's and their caregivers. The series of interactive picture books, called I REMEMBER, began with I REMEMBER THE SEASONS, followed by I REMEMBER THE HOLIDAYS, and I REMEMBER BIBLE STORIES.
A former teacher and elementary school guidance counselor, Brenda is a member of American Christian Fiction Writers and is past president of Christian Writers of the West.
She lives in Henderson, Nevada with her husband, John. They have four adult children and eight amazing grandchildren.
Brenda has a beautiful new website you'll enjoy, www.brendapoulosauthor.com. She blogs on
http://www. spiritualsnippets.com, focusing on “Seeing Life’s Events in the Light of God’s Word”; and offers new writers encouragement on the craft of writing on http://brendapoulos.org
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September 3, 2026
Brenda Poulos is the Amazon Best-selling Christian Fiction writer of Runaways: The Long Journey Home, The Choice: Will's Last Testament, Simon Says, Truth or Dare, Tug of War, Cat's Cradle, Justice for Jessie, and Mending Fences.
When her mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer's in 2016, she began writing a series of non-fiction books for individuals with Alzheimer's and their caregivers. The series of interactive picture books, called I REMEMBER, began with I REMEMBER THE SEASONS, followed by I REMEMBER THE HOLIDAYS, and I REMEMBER BIBLE STORIES.
A former teacher and elementary school guidance counselor, Brenda is a member of American Christian Fiction Writers and is past president of Christian Writers of the West.
She lives in Henderson, Nevada with her husband, John. They have four adult children and eight amazing grandchildren.
Brenda has a beautiful new website you'll enjoy, www.brendapoulosauthor.com. She blogs on
http://www. spiritualsnippets.com, focusing on “Seeing Life’s Events in the Light of God’s Word”; and offers new writers encouragement on the craft of writing on http://brendapoulos.org
When her mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer's in 2016, she began writing a series of non-fiction books for individuals with Alzheimer's and their caregivers. The series of interactive picture books, called I REMEMBER, began with I REMEMBER THE SEASONS, followed by I REMEMBER THE HOLIDAYS, and I REMEMBER BIBLE STORIES.
A former teacher and elementary school guidance counselor, Brenda is a member of American Christian Fiction Writers and is past president of Christian Writers of the West.
She lives in Henderson, Nevada with her husband, John. They have four adult children and eight amazing grandchildren.
Brenda has a beautiful new website you'll enjoy, www.brendapoulosauthor.com. She blogs on
http://www. spiritualsnippets.com, focusing on “Seeing Life’s Events in the Light of God’s Word”; and offers new writers encouragement on the craft of writing on http://brendapoulos.org
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July 10, 2026
A heartbreaking account of poor decision-making
Karla is understandably devastated when her boyfriend of many years is found to be the father of her friend, Missy’s baby. Since the trio are all still teenagers, their parents are soon involved with both Jonathan and Missy’s parents forcing their own decisions, despite the young couple’s negative response.
Missy is portrayed as a flighty and indecisive young woman who just wants to have fun; Jonathan evades any responsibility in his hasty actions, while Karla hands over her heartbreak to God, proving that she has the insight to come to terms with the situation.
While the reader can empathise with each individual, including all the parent couples, it is nevertheless difficult to condone the actions taken by many of protagonists, especially with the fallout occurring after the birth of the baby.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Karla is understandably devastated when her boyfriend of many years is found to be the father of her friend, Missy’s baby. Since the trio are all still teenagers, their parents are soon involved with both Jonathan and Missy’s parents forcing their own decisions, despite the young couple’s negative response.
Missy is portrayed as a flighty and indecisive young woman who just wants to have fun; Jonathan evades any responsibility in his hasty actions, while Karla hands over her heartbreak to God, proving that she has the insight to come to terms with the situation.
While the reader can empathise with each individual, including all the parent couples, it is nevertheless difficult to condone the actions taken by many of protagonists, especially with the fallout occurring after the birth of the baby.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
August 5, 2026
I didn't realize when I picked this up that I've actually read and enjoyed another book by this author before, so that was a nice surprise.
Overall, I liked this one and especially appreciated the faith elements woven throughout the story. The writing itself wasn't an issue for me, but I did find myself wishing certain parts had been developed a little more. There were several moments, relationships, and situations that were presented as established facts, and then the story simply moved on. I wanted a bit more depth and explanation to help those moments land emotionally.
The continual tragedies felt realistic and believable, but the amount of such trauma packed into such a short period of time started to feel a little dramatic. While it didn't ruin the story, it did make some parts harder to fully connect with.
Even with those criticisms, I enjoyed the book overall and would definitely consider picking up more from this author in the future.
Overall, I liked this one and especially appreciated the faith elements woven throughout the story. The writing itself wasn't an issue for me, but I did find myself wishing certain parts had been developed a little more. There were several moments, relationships, and situations that were presented as established facts, and then the story simply moved on. I wanted a bit more depth and explanation to help those moments land emotionally.
The continual tragedies felt realistic and believable, but the amount of such trauma packed into such a short period of time started to feel a little dramatic. While it didn't ruin the story, it did make some parts harder to fully connect with.
Even with those criticisms, I enjoyed the book overall and would definitely consider picking up more from this author in the future.
July 3, 2026
So i went into the book blindly and i didn’t know what to expect but it was so good! I was hooked from the first chapter.
I love dramas and this book delivered!
Missy? Selfish and childish. I thought her experiences will make her grow but then i was so annoyed at her character.
I love Jonathan’s growth from the beginning of the book till the end, i love how he realizes he needed God and he went back to Him.
Roger? What a walking red flag!
I love the plot twists in the book, I really did not see it coming.
Overall, this is a beautiful piece!
July 13, 2026
I enjoyed the Bible verses before each chapter. They were always so fitting for the chapter.
You could feel God’s presence as some of the characters dealt with the unfortunate circumstances they were in. God helped them to forgive others mistakes.
I received an advance copy for free and am leaving this review voluntarily.
You could feel God’s presence as some of the characters dealt with the unfortunate circumstances they were in. God helped them to forgive others mistakes.
I received an advance copy for free and am leaving this review voluntarily.
July 4, 2026
This book was certainly different. At first I wasn’t too sure about the book but kept reading and did enjoy its uniqueness. There were so many emotions and surprises in this book.
I received an advance copy of this book for free and I am voluntarily leaving this review.
I received an advance copy of this book for free and I am voluntarily leaving this review.
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