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Her broken childhood makes Leslie desperate to properly balance her love for her family with her love for her ER nursing job.
When the loss of her husband’s business forces them to move temporarily back to his family’s farm, Leslie is terrified that once Dan is back in the fold of family and the community of Holmes Crossing, her needs will be smothered.
Then a near tragedy tests everything they both hold dear.
Start your journey to Holmes Crossing with Dan and Leslie’s story and get pulled into Terra’s, a girl with sass, spunk and a haunting secret.
Terra has spent the last few years outrunning the darkness of her past. But when she is forced to stay in Holmes Crossing past and present clash in a way that has chilling repercussions for any future she hopes to create.
After that you’ll meet Miriam who has a second chance at motherhood when she unexpectedly becomes a joint guardian of the baby she gave up. But can her rekindled relationship with Duncan, co-guardian of her daughter, withstand the accusing secrets of her past?
What readers have to say:
The Only Best Place
“If you cry easily, you may want tissues nearby."
“ Keep reading the book. It has an ending we could all live with.”
All In One Place
“This book, while difficult in subject, has great hope and promise for its subjects as well as it’s readers. Holmes Crossing is a place to get comfy for awhile.”
“Thank you, Carolyne, for writing a tough and yet beautiful story of healing and redemption!”
This Place
“I fell in love with this series and the people are so down to earth!
“You really must give this book your attention because it is great!"
“The healing and forgiveness and hope were like a warm blanket on a cool night.”
Read the rest of the series as well:
A Silence in the Heart
Any Man of Mine
A Place in Her Heart
889 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 26, 2019
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About the author
Carolyne Aarsen
213 books727 followersEven with over 1.5 million copies of my books in print, I still feel like I haven’t written the perfect story. From my office in the woods of Northern Alberta, I’ll keep trying. Inspired by spectacular sunrises, breathtaking Northern Lights and long walks through wooded trails, the stories keep coming. To find out more about my life and my writing, check out my website at www.carolyneaarsen.com
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August 17, 2023
Three Enjoyable Christian Novels
The three stories in this collection are each standalone romances, but they have overlapping characters and are all set on the same place. It’s refreshing to read romances where you don’t have to worry about inappropriate content. It’s an added bonus that these are Christian stories.
The three stories in this collection are each standalone romances, but they have overlapping characters and are all set on the same place. It’s refreshing to read romances where you don’t have to worry about inappropriate content. It’s an added bonus that these are Christian stories.
February 2, 2020
Second Chances Romance
I received an ARC of this 3-book box set from the author, Carolyne Aarsen, and this is my voluntary and honest review. All three books in this series is a standalone but it is more enjoyable if you read them in order because people from each book are part of the books that follow. Each book centers around a couple who have pasts they are trying to put behind them and end up falling in love when they put God first. I liked book three in this set the best, because Miriam is granted guardianship of her foster brother's adopted daughter when he and his wife are killed. The twist comes when she finds out she is to share guardianship with Duncan who she dated briefly several years ago. There are a lot of questions about this arrangement and what Miriam is hiding about her past. All the questions are answered by the end of the book for a HEA ending. I love books that don't end in a cliffhanger and make me feel good. I highly recommend this wonderful box set.
I received an ARC of this 3-book box set from the author, Carolyne Aarsen, and this is my voluntary and honest review. All three books in this series is a standalone but it is more enjoyable if you read them in order because people from each book are part of the books that follow. Each book centers around a couple who have pasts they are trying to put behind them and end up falling in love when they put God first. I liked book three in this set the best, because Miriam is granted guardianship of her foster brother's adopted daughter when he and his wife are killed. The twist comes when she finds out she is to share guardianship with Duncan who she dated briefly several years ago. There are a lot of questions about this arrangement and what Miriam is hiding about her past. All the questions are answered by the end of the book for a HEA ending. I love books that don't end in a cliffhanger and make me feel good. I highly recommend this wonderful box set.
January 3, 2020
What a touching set of three couples as they come together and start new lives in Holmes Crossing! Three exceptional stories of second chances, love, forgiveness, loss, pain, and other emotions that show the grace of God. Each story is unique with great characters and some heartbreaking circumstances that are surrounded with strong family and community ties in this small hometown in Canada. Very clean and sweet romances that deal with real life issues. Personally, I would recommend this series, but do have a tissue box on hand. Some very laugh out loud moments too!
This is my voluntary, honest and completely personal review.
VICKI FROM WYOMING
This is my voluntary, honest and completely personal review.
VICKI FROM WYOMING
January 20, 2020
Overall I enjoyed each of the three books as the themes of reconciliation, grace, mercy, and God’s unending love for His creation unfolded in a place that felt welcoming and healing.
There were moments where I felt the descriptions were a bit over done, however the author is well respected and perhaps that’s just a personal issue for me.
I encourage others to spend some time, with a cup of tea in the cozy corner of their favorite couch and join the community of Holmes Crossing.
There were moments where I felt the descriptions were a bit over done, however the author is well respected and perhaps that’s just a personal issue for me.
I encourage others to spend some time, with a cup of tea in the cozy corner of their favorite couch and join the community of Holmes Crossing.
January 24, 2020
Three LOOONG books -- all in one. But interesting. She took such interesting angles for all three. I suppose I could have quit after the first one and decide to wait awhile for the other two, but ... who do I think I'm kidding -- Each just warmed the spot to start the other. And yes, I would rate all 3 as 5 star material. Love shown thru in all three. And I found myself reading when I should have been occupied otherwise. Thank you Carolyn.
April 18, 2020
These books all need a good editor. The grammar leaves a lot to be desired (incomplete sentences, missing words, etc.). Content-wise they are repetitive to the point of being annoying. The plot lines are predictable for the genre. The last book comes very close to what I call "christian porn". There are lines that are not crossed but they sure to think about it a lot. I give them a three because I would not throw them in the trash but I also would not hand on to a friend.
September 23, 2020
Great stories
I chose this rating because these stories were well written, holding interest to continue reading. It was hard to stop reading, even when my eyes were tired.
I would recommend these books for anyone who enjoys a good romance that is Christian based, but also deals with realty that we all make wrong choices; but if we turn to the Lord, he will help us and be with us.
I chose this rating because these stories were well written, holding interest to continue reading. It was hard to stop reading, even when my eyes were tired.
I would recommend these books for anyone who enjoys a good romance that is Christian based, but also deals with realty that we all make wrong choices; but if we turn to the Lord, he will help us and be with us.
January 14, 2024
What an awesome book
I grabbed this book because it was on freebooksy. I didn't know this author, but I needed to start reading other books. I am so glad I did. I couldn't put this book down. It was the first 3 books in the Holmes Crossing series. As I read each one, they got better. This last book was with Duncan and Merriam, And Celia, who just lost her adoptive parents.. you really need to read this book to find out what happens.. but it was a great read..
I grabbed this book because it was on freebooksy. I didn't know this author, but I needed to start reading other books. I am so glad I did. I couldn't put this book down. It was the first 3 books in the Holmes Crossing series. As I read each one, they got better. This last book was with Duncan and Merriam, And Celia, who just lost her adoptive parents.. you really need to read this book to find out what happens.. but it was a great read..
January 13, 2020
Excellent read
I am a fan of Carolyne Aarsen, but this was by far my favorite book. The tenderness, the joy and the sadness. All work together in a beautiful love story. heart break hope despair the author pretty well covered it all. I love how these characters reached for God. I feel uplifted.
I am a fan of Carolyne Aarsen, but this was by far my favorite book. The tenderness, the joy and the sadness. All work together in a beautiful love story. heart break hope despair the author pretty well covered it all. I love how these characters reached for God. I feel uplifted.
January 30, 2020
Worth the read
The first two books in this series went real fast, I laughed and cried it was just like it was happening in my own family. I don't know what happened in the third book but it just dragged on, I almost stopped reading it. The first two are definitely worth the time.
The first two books in this series went real fast, I laughed and cried it was just like it was happening in my own family. I don't know what happened in the third book but it just dragged on, I almost stopped reading it. The first two are definitely worth the time.
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March 2, 2020Holmes Crossing Series by Carolyne Aarsen
I really like Series book where you can get updates on the first character in the following books!!! I also liked the christian aspect she added to keep the story moving!!!ll I really enjoyed these books!!!
Even though i usually read more historical instead of modern stories!!! I will look at books by this Author again!!!!
I really like Series book where you can get updates on the first character in the following books!!! I also liked the christian aspect she added to keep the story moving!!!ll I really enjoyed these books!!!
Even though i usually read more historical instead of modern stories!!! I will look at books by this Author again!!!!
December 2, 2021
Home and family
This series takes broken lives like the lost lamb t for which the shepherd searched. The lambs find a place of sanctuary in a community filled with other human weaknesses. In the faith they share the family and forgiveness are lived our. The lost lambs are loved into the fold.
This series takes broken lives like the lost lamb t for which the shepherd searched. The lambs find a place of sanctuary in a community filled with other human weaknesses. In the faith they share the family and forgiveness are lived our. The lost lambs are loved into the fold.
March 3, 2022
Holmes Crossing
I love the way this series of books weaves together Christian romance and tragedy. My heart melted and I felt each loss as if it were happening to me. I'd get so engrossed in the story and I couldn't put the book down. I gave up many hours of sleep. Great read, especially if you are into Christian fiction. Definitely will read more books by this author.
I love the way this series of books weaves together Christian romance and tragedy. My heart melted and I felt each loss as if it were happening to me. I'd get so engrossed in the story and I couldn't put the book down. I gave up many hours of sleep. Great read, especially if you are into Christian fiction. Definitely will read more books by this author.
May 7, 2025
Delightful series!
This series covers families living in Holmes County anrexideresidents who came for a specific reason. Each book builds on the previous story so the reader gets to know the whole community. The characters are likeable and interesting. The story is clean and interesting.
This series covers families living in Holmes County anrexideresidents who came for a specific reason. Each book builds on the previous story so the reader gets to know the whole community. The characters are likeable and interesting. The story is clean and interesting.
February 3, 2020
Holmes Crossing
I have read books 1 - 3 in this series and loved them all. Really enjoyed the characters, story plots and the encouragement and truth found in the verses used. Fantastic writing!
I have read books 1 - 3 in this series and loved them all. Really enjoyed the characters, story plots and the encouragement and truth found in the verses used. Fantastic writing!
February 4, 2020
Loved this series. Felt like I was therr
This series is an amazing display of a small town. I enjoyed the tangle o f emotions and how personal f. eelings can take over to help with life choices great wholesome read. I couldn't put it down
This series is an amazing display of a small town. I enjoyed the tangle o f emotions and how personal f. eelings can take over to help with life choices great wholesome read. I couldn't put it down
February 16, 2020
This Place (3rd book in Holmes Crossing series)
I'm a sucker for a series. Once I read the first book I had to see where the Holmes Crossing journey goes for every main character. So far, so good.
I'm a sucker for a series. Once I read the first book I had to see where the Holmes Crossing journey goes for every main character. So far, so good.
February 20, 2020
Great series
Great series of books. Variety of storylines, characters, personalities to keep readers engaged. Love the setting of Holmes Crossing and hope there are more stories to come from this community!
Great series of books. Variety of storylines, characters, personalities to keep readers engaged. Love the setting of Holmes Crossing and hope there are more stories to come from this community!
February 27, 2020
This is a wonderful set of romances about realistic characters who are each broken and suffering in their own way, but find love and peace in God and in each other. The whole thing could use one good round of editing, but even with the minor errors it’s clearly well written.
April 30, 2020
Wow
Three very potent stories all taking place in a community that must have been built on faith and love. I couldn't read all at once, to much of a strain on the heart strings for me. I was left in a good place when I finished each one though.
Three very potent stories all taking place in a community that must have been built on faith and love. I couldn't read all at once, to much of a strain on the heart strings for me. I was left in a good place when I finished each one though.
May 17, 2020
A great series to read back to back!
I sometimes think the community that is behind the stories is such a beautiful reflection And influence on each Person striving to find love,and can't wait for the next book!
I sometimes think the community that is behind the stories is such a beautiful reflection And influence on each Person striving to find love,and can't wait for the next book!
July 2, 2020
Loved these!
I absolutely loved this series! These were the first stories I have read by Carolyne Warden and an excited to read more! These stories have a lot of real life issues, with faith helping the characters through.
I absolutely loved this series! These were the first stories I have read by Carolyne Warden and an excited to read more! These stories have a lot of real life issues, with faith helping the characters through.
July 25, 2020
Small town love
Small town, great writing. Carolyne Aarsen knows how to craft her characters. They seem living people with thoughts, feelings and individuality. Her love stories have a reality that is rare to find. I want to live in her worlds.
Small town, great writing. Carolyne Aarsen knows how to craft her characters. They seem living people with thoughts, feelings and individuality. Her love stories have a reality that is rare to find. I want to live in her worlds.
September 19, 2020
Finally Holme
These books had characters going through painful situations. I love how God restored and healed them, gave them another chance and brought them home to Holmes Crossing. Very well done!
These books had characters going through painful situations. I love how God restored and healed them, gave them another chance and brought them home to Holmes Crossing. Very well done!
November 2, 2020
Leslie & Dan's return to his hometown is almost more than she can take.
Terra's first day in town ended up with Jack arresting her.
Miriam's foster brother dies and his wife names her as guardian.
Terra's first day in town ended up with Jack arresting her.
Miriam's foster brother dies and his wife names her as guardian.
April 13, 2022
Sweet stories
I loved the first three stories in the Holmes Crossing Series. They each showed us how God used people and situations to show His love. These were stories of redemption, God's love, grace and hope.
I loved the first three stories in the Holmes Crossing Series. They each showed us how God used people and situations to show His love. These were stories of redemption, God's love, grace and hope.
July 17, 2022
2/3 were great
I really enjoyed the 1st 2 books in this series, but the 3rd was really bad. It was a struggle to finish-- it was painfully and highly repetitive. Not sure if I will continue the series
I really enjoyed the 1st 2 books in this series, but the 3rd was really bad. It was a struggle to finish-- it was painfully and highly repetitive. Not sure if I will continue the series
July 29, 2022
Holmes Crossing one ,two and three
So-o-o much angsts! I started to not finish reading the first book ,then I read a little more and was caught up in the wonderful writing of the author! All three books had wonderful insight , healing, and believing in God . Very inspiring!
So-o-o much angsts! I started to not finish reading the first book ,then I read a little more and was caught up in the wonderful writing of the author! All three books had wonderful insight , healing, and believing in God . Very inspiring!
February 25, 2024
A Christian series that shows life as we live it, real, painful and sometimes, ugly. Christian life is not all sunshine & roses but with God in our life, the burdens are bearable and the sorrows are eased.
January 23, 2020
Hol.we Crossing Series Books1.2.3( Holmes Crossing
This is A very good collection of stories about love and forgiveness and trust in God and his plans and blessings
This is A very good collection of stories about love and forgiveness and trust in God and his plans and blessings
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