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Destiny and Faith #2
Because of Destiny
Thirty-three-year-old Vanessa Morrison is a woman of God who's trying to live a life that's pleasing in the eyes of her Heavenly Father. However, since she's human, she's not exactly perfect. She's a sweet girl who'd give you the clothes off her back if you really need them, but her greatest flaw is her lack of a forgiving heart...and deep down inside she knows this. When a saved, handsome, and charming blast-from-her-past finds his way back into her life, will this negative aspect of her character ruin her chances to receive a happily-ever-after?
270 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 9, 2018
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Nikki Smith
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January 15, 2020
Title: Because Of Destiny
Author: Nikki Smith
Publisher: N.S.
Series: Destiny and Faith Book 2
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:
"Because Of Destiny" by Nikki Smith
My Speculation:
This was another excellent Christian read that this author presents very well to the reader featuring Vanessa Morrison and a once childhood friend named Calvin. After the death of Vanessa's brother Jason, life for Vanessa wasn't the same for her as she blamed Calvin for her brother's death. Vanessa held on to this feeling for many years. However, things changed after Calvin comes back to Durham, and he has been in an accident that was caused by Vanessa. This story will play on where some good will come out of all of this story, except a best friend, Sheena has other plans for her best friend, Vanessa. With Sheena being so jealous of Vanessa, it will not a surprise to me what craziness she would plan to do to get what she wanted. I don't want to give to much more away other than to say you will have to pick up 'Because of Destiny' to see how this story will end. What I particularly enjoyed about this story was how the main characters [Vanessa & Calvin] were deeply involved with doing what was right in the sight of God. That forgiveness, by the end of this story, was beautifully done because 'holding grudges will block one's blessings.'
Author: Nikki Smith
Publisher: N.S.
Series: Destiny and Faith Book 2
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:
"Because Of Destiny" by Nikki Smith
My Speculation:
This was another excellent Christian read that this author presents very well to the reader featuring Vanessa Morrison and a once childhood friend named Calvin. After the death of Vanessa's brother Jason, life for Vanessa wasn't the same for her as she blamed Calvin for her brother's death. Vanessa held on to this feeling for many years. However, things changed after Calvin comes back to Durham, and he has been in an accident that was caused by Vanessa. This story will play on where some good will come out of all of this story, except a best friend, Sheena has other plans for her best friend, Vanessa. With Sheena being so jealous of Vanessa, it will not a surprise to me what craziness she would plan to do to get what she wanted. I don't want to give to much more away other than to say you will have to pick up 'Because of Destiny' to see how this story will end. What I particularly enjoyed about this story was how the main characters [Vanessa & Calvin] were deeply involved with doing what was right in the sight of God. That forgiveness, by the end of this story, was beautifully done because 'holding grudges will block one's blessings.'
September 21, 2018
You can't get anywhere in life holding grudges & you block your blessings. Glad Vanessa finally saw the light & didn't miss out on her good thing. I enjoyed this story & the message.
June 26, 2020
Great story
I absolutely loved this story. It was a page turner and it held my attention. Looking forward to reading book three.
I absolutely loved this story. It was a page turner and it held my attention. Looking forward to reading book three.
July 5, 2022
Flipping the Script
Vanessa blamed Calvin for her family heartache. She and Calvin had been like siblings while growing up. Years later a serious accident caused a new realization that her blame was misguided. In the process, jealousy and betrayal from another direction threatens another relationship. The story of forgiveness was threaded throughout for both love and friendship.
Vanessa blamed Calvin for her family heartache. She and Calvin had been like siblings while growing up. Years later a serious accident caused a new realization that her blame was misguided. In the process, jealousy and betrayal from another direction threatens another relationship. The story of forgiveness was threaded throughout for both love and friendship.
November 10, 2018
Great
This was a good Christian read. It shows that you can still follow your faith and not give in to temptations even though your best friend is not saved. But it was messed up that her friend would treat her like that. Envy will really ruin your life. I don't know if I would have forgiven her so quickly.
This was a good Christian read. It shows that you can still follow your faith and not give in to temptations even though your best friend is not saved. But it was messed up that her friend would treat her like that. Envy will really ruin your life. I don't know if I would have forgiven her so quickly.
September 14, 2021
Forgive to be forgiven
This was a great book on forgiveness and the green eyed monster of jealousy. I enjoyed how the author gave the background of the characters childhood. It made for an interesting journey of friendship, family and faith. It also shows how desperate people do desperate things but God can work it out for the good.
A good faith journey read ❤️
This was a great book on forgiveness and the green eyed monster of jealousy. I enjoyed how the author gave the background of the characters childhood. It made for an interesting journey of friendship, family and faith. It also shows how desperate people do desperate things but God can work it out for the good.
A good faith journey read ❤️
October 5, 2022
Because of Destiny: A Christian Romance Story (Destiny and Faith Book2)
Excellent story about forgiveness, trust and faith. God is able to an unforgiving heart into forgiveness. Vanessa blamed her brother's best friend for encouraging him to enlist in the military. Unfortunately, her brother was killed in combat. God brought them back together and things ensued from there.
Excellent story about forgiveness, trust and faith. God is able to an unforgiving heart into forgiveness. Vanessa blamed her brother's best friend for encouraging him to enlist in the military. Unfortunately, her brother was killed in combat. God brought them back together and things ensued from there.
August 26, 2023
Amazing lessons ✍🏾
The messages of forgiveness comes through loud and clear! If one loves then they can forgive. The other lesson focus on the love of money, 1 Timothy 6:10.
I began reading the author's work in 2021 and saw the author's maturity in writing grow. This series on "Destiny and Faith" is a powerful example of the growth.
The messages of forgiveness comes through loud and clear! If one loves then they can forgive. The other lesson focus on the love of money, 1 Timothy 6:10.
I began reading the author's work in 2021 and saw the author's maturity in writing grow. This series on "Destiny and Faith" is a powerful example of the growth.
November 16, 2023
Because of Destiny...
I liked the plot and the storyline, but there were too many loose ends that weren't answered! What happened with the necklace that went missing? There was never any mention of it again. Did Sheena steal it and frame Vanessa? What happened to the two that were involved in the kidnapping? The closure wasn't well written.
I liked the plot and the storyline, but there were too many loose ends that weren't answered! What happened with the necklace that went missing? There was never any mention of it again. Did Sheena steal it and frame Vanessa? What happened to the two that were involved in the kidnapping? The closure wasn't well written.
June 26, 2020
This is 3rd book I read by Nikki Smith. I loved ❤ this book's storyline. I loved ❤ the Christian theme in this story. I loved ❤ Vanessa's character. I felt sorry for Vanessa. I loved ❤ the family 👨👩👧👧 scenes. I loved ❤ the ending. Awesome job Ms. Smith.
February 3, 2024
Uplifting Story of loving GOD and the rewards of forgiveness !
This was a clear and uplifting story about loving GOD and the rewards of forgiveness!!💫 This story really blessed me!💖
This was a clear and uplifting story about loving GOD and the rewards of forgiveness!!💫 This story really blessed me!💖
February 23, 2023
Great read!
January 29, 2026
Great read
I enjoyed this book. I did not want to stop reading it. It is very much a page turner. Each chapter flows right into the next. Need a book 2.
I enjoyed this book. I did not want to stop reading it. It is very much a page turner. Each chapter flows right into the next. Need a book 2.
May 1, 2020
It was cute, kinda unrealistic. Sheena annoyed me. I loved me some Calvin! I sure got tired of the word "honey" though, geez. Is this apart of a series though? If so, I'm low key mad. Where's the other book?
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