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This Time
Oklahoma Rancher Belle Jamison's world topples when her best friend announces that Burke Benning, their former classmate and an NFL superstar running back, is coming to their fifteenth class reunion to act as Master of Ceremonies. Twelve years earlier the handsome athlete broke Belle's heart by deserting her minutes before their wedding ceremony. Burke's retirement from professional football brings him home to Haskell for good. While his new career in life is uncertain, he knows he must deal with his hurtful actions toward Belle. A mountain of unspoken words looms between them and only the grace and peace of God can help them overcome. Seeing Burke stirs the love and pain Belle still has hidden in her heart. As they rebuild their friendship and rekindle a lost love, Belle must choose to forget and trust him once more. Will their desire for love overcome the devastation of the past? This time, will their love last?
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First published February 3, 2004
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About the author
Rachel Hauck
76 books4,517 followersNew York Times, USA Today & Wall Street Journal Bestselling author Rachel Hauck writes from sunny central Florida.
A RITA finalist and winner of Romantic Times Inspirational Novel of the Year, and Career Achievement Award, she writes vivid characters dealing with real life issues.
Her book, Once Upon A Prince, was made into an original Hallmark movie.
The Wedding Dress has been optioned for film by Brain Power Studio
She loves to hear from readers. She also loves to encourage new writers and is a retired member of the American Christian Fiction Writers Executive Board.
A graduate of Ohio State University with a BA in Journalism, Rachel is an avid OSU football fan. She hopes to one day stand on the sidelines in the Shoe with Ryan Day.
Visit her web site to find out more and click on the icons to follow her on Twitter and Facebook.
www.rachelhauck.com
A RITA finalist and winner of Romantic Times Inspirational Novel of the Year, and Career Achievement Award, she writes vivid characters dealing with real life issues.
Her book, Once Upon A Prince, was made into an original Hallmark movie.
The Wedding Dress has been optioned for film by Brain Power Studio
She loves to hear from readers. She also loves to encourage new writers and is a retired member of the American Christian Fiction Writers Executive Board.
A graduate of Ohio State University with a BA in Journalism, Rachel is an avid OSU football fan. She hopes to one day stand on the sidelines in the Shoe with Ryan Day.
Visit her web site to find out more and click on the icons to follow her on Twitter and Facebook.
www.rachelhauck.com
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November 9, 2020
Very emotional faith based story.
Cold feet, that’s all he can give her as an explanation?? That didn’t click for me.
Cold feet, that’s all he can give her as an explanation?? That didn’t click for me.
August 15, 2014
Unsure
Unsure
It took me a long while to get into this book, it's a good story but kinda slow and very predictable.
Unsure
It took me a long while to get into this book, it's a good story but kinda slow and very predictable.
June 18, 2019
I like Rachel Hauck a lot. This is her first story and you can tell. It’s a sweet story of forgiveness, but you can definitely tell she has grown a ton as a writer!
March 26, 2023
This is such a tender story that beautifully shows young women how important it is to keep the Lord at the very center, no matter the circumstances that come our way. Belle has been deeply hurt, devastated, and disappointed by the man she had planned to spend the rest of her life with. Despite this, she did not allow this grief to pull her away from God but allowed Him to draw her even closer. Rachel created a character who is strong in her faith, devoted to her father, and not susceptible to being pulled into relationships that would not be the best for her. Well done!
March 13, 2019
The road between forgiveness and love...
This seemingly unrealistic story is filled with love, forgiveness, and the rebuilding of trust. I appreciate how the author keeps the characters Christ centered and not just the story. It shows that love and forgiveness go a long way to rebuilding relationships - but the fact that trust has to be rebuilt before the relationship deepened was wise and true. Also, I adore the alliteration of their names...Belle and Burke!😍
This seemingly unrealistic story is filled with love, forgiveness, and the rebuilding of trust. I appreciate how the author keeps the characters Christ centered and not just the story. It shows that love and forgiveness go a long way to rebuilding relationships - but the fact that trust has to be rebuilt before the relationship deepened was wise and true. Also, I adore the alliteration of their names...Belle and Burke!😍
January 13, 2020
This Time is a deeply Christian novel. The characters are both passionately chasing a relationship with God/Jesus Christ first and looking for love second which I personally found inspiring. Hauck often mentions that characters have spent significant amounts of time praying or worshiping, which impactfully binds those activities into who Belle and Burke are as people. Hauck keeps it short, sweet and succinct.
This Time is told in duel perspectives, enriching the story through understanding both Belle and Burke’s thought process. Belle has been deeply hurt by Burke in the past (actions he regrets) and doesn’t trust him anymore. Despite this, she is still deeply in love with him and misses her best friend. It was a beautiful love story of second chances, with Belle having to decide if it was worth risking her heart again and if Burke truly regretted his past actions. Overall it was well written and incredibly sweet. I’ll happily read This Time again.
This Time is told in duel perspectives, enriching the story through understanding both Belle and Burke’s thought process. Belle has been deeply hurt by Burke in the past (actions he regrets) and doesn’t trust him anymore. Despite this, she is still deeply in love with him and misses her best friend. It was a beautiful love story of second chances, with Belle having to decide if it was worth risking her heart again and if Burke truly regretted his past actions. Overall it was well written and incredibly sweet. I’ll happily read This Time again.
May 8, 2020
I really enjoyed this book
I was surprised to find this book and didn't know what to expect since it was an earlier writing but I really liked it. The story line was entertaining and I kept wanting to read more. I like books that are clean reads and this one is. Love lost can still turn into love found.
I was surprised to find this book and didn't know what to expect since it was an earlier writing but I really liked it. The story line was entertaining and I kept wanting to read more. I like books that are clean reads and this one is. Love lost can still turn into love found.
October 7, 2023
Touching and heartfelt
Ms. Hauck’s first book is evidence of her gift and ability to reach deep into her characters hearts and minds. I love the feeling of communion with the Lord that permeates the story. The struggles are real and the victories great.
I always enjoy Ms. Hauck’s work.
Ms. Hauck’s first book is evidence of her gift and ability to reach deep into her characters hearts and minds. I love the feeling of communion with the Lord that permeates the story. The struggles are real and the victories great.
I always enjoy Ms. Hauck’s work.
March 12, 2018
Great book
I love the way Rachel weaves a story with love and spiritual growth of her characters. Her books are never boring and are small twists that keep you wanting to find out more. They inspire me to want to deepen my spiritual life.
I love the way Rachel weaves a story with love and spiritual growth of her characters. Her books are never boring and are small twists that keep you wanting to find out more. They inspire me to want to deepen my spiritual life.
March 11, 2019
Loved it!!
I've read many of Rachel Hauck's more recent books, but had never read this. When I saw it was being re-released, I had to get it! Like she says at the beginning, it is different than her more recent books, but I LOVED this story!!
I've read many of Rachel Hauck's more recent books, but had never read this. When I saw it was being re-released, I had to get it! Like she says at the beginning, it is different than her more recent books, but I LOVED this story!!
June 22, 2019
This was short, sweet, and somewhat predictable but I still really liked it. A little football, slow forgiveness, and a rekindled romance and I’m all in. Glad I took a chance on an early Hauck novel.
July 1, 2020
Sweet story
This is a sweet story of second chances and forgiveness. Although it’s a bit different than her new works, I enjoyed the characters and the setting. And the sweetness of love restored.
This is a sweet story of second chances and forgiveness. Although it’s a bit different than her new works, I enjoyed the characters and the setting. And the sweetness of love restored.
September 10, 2020
A story of redemption
This book deserves 5 stars. Belle and Burke grow in their faith and demonstrate God's faithfulness. God doesn't let their pain go to waste. This story encourages me to put my trust in the Lord even when life seems unfair and hopeless.
This book deserves 5 stars. Belle and Burke grow in their faith and demonstrate God's faithfulness. God doesn't let their pain go to waste. This story encourages me to put my trust in the Lord even when life seems unfair and hopeless.
January 21, 2021
I'm a huge fan of Rachel Hauck!
This book was the first book she wrote (back in 1999), but it has just now been published. It is a sweet, Christian story about forgiveness and putting Christ first in your life. It definitely doesn't have the polish or literary quality of her later work, but it was a quick, easy read.
This book was the first book she wrote (back in 1999), but it has just now been published. It is a sweet, Christian story about forgiveness and putting Christ first in your life. It definitely doesn't have the polish or literary quality of her later work, but it was a quick, easy read.
April 1, 2021
Love Renewed
Rachel Hauck is an accomplished writer; there is depth to her writing. I wept with Belle; had a little problem with the story of "cold feet." I'm glad that their loved was renewed. I felt sorry for Grace.
Rachel Hauck is an accomplished writer; there is depth to her writing. I wept with Belle; had a little problem with the story of "cold feet." I'm glad that their loved was renewed. I felt sorry for Grace.
April 7, 2022
Beautiful story
This was such a good book. I loved the relationship between Belle & her father. Mostly I loved that the characters always prayed & asked for God's guidance in all aspects of their lives. It helped remind me to ask God for guidance in every aspect of my life.
This was such a good book. I loved the relationship between Belle & her father. Mostly I loved that the characters always prayed & asked for God's guidance in all aspects of their lives. It helped remind me to ask God for guidance in every aspect of my life.
December 12, 2017
Lost Love
This book brings every emotion to life. You will find love, sadness, heartbreak and happiness all wrapped in God's Word.
This book brings every emotion to life. You will find love, sadness, heartbreak and happiness all wrapped in God's Word.
July 12, 2020
A good Christian read, but the characters are sometimes a little unbelievable. The story felt rushed.
October 9, 2020
Great Book
I thoroughly enjoyed it and I highly recommend this book for you to read. It was nice and clean and had a happy ending.
I thoroughly enjoyed it and I highly recommend this book for you to read. It was nice and clean and had a happy ending.
November 22, 2021
A lovely story by Rachel Hauck of second chances which we all need many times over. Love Christian Fiction.
January 10, 2022
Great book
I loved this book. It kept my attention throughout and loved the characters. I highly recommend this short read. Rachel Hauk is amazing.
I loved this book. It kept my attention throughout and loved the characters. I highly recommend this short read. Rachel Hauk is amazing.
January 16, 2023
Loved this story
This is my favorite book by Rachel Hauck. I love her other books but this one is my favorite more God focused.
This is my favorite book by Rachel Hauck. I love her other books but this one is my favorite more God focused.
February 28, 2024
Beautiful
I have read this book so many times it just gets better each time! The whole story was beautifully written! One of my favorite books to devour!
I have read this book so many times it just gets better each time! The whole story was beautifully written! One of my favorite books to devour!
March 31, 2025
Beautiful, pure love story.
July 18, 2019
As I understand it, this is Hauck's first book. I thought the characters are well done and relatable. I enjoyed reading the book.
July 6, 2010
This Time is an e-book written by Rachel Hauck from the early days of her writing career. It is one of my favorite stories written by Rachel. The story is about a love lost from years gone by that has been given a second chance...but will it be different this time around? Retired NFL player Burke Benning returns home and is reunited with his first love, Belle Jamison. For Belle, his return uprooted her life and made her confront feelings she has buried for years. After all, he inflicted the ultimate pain, something not so easily forgiven or forgotten.
This story made me feel hope that all wrongs can be righted and that something you believe is gone forever can come back to you. Rachel created good characters in Belle and Burke. When reading their stories, you feel a comfort when they are together and look forward to the next time they meet up or run into each other knowing that each time they do, a little more of the wall is chipped away that looms between them.
I recommend anyone who has an e-reader of some sort to purchase this book and enjoy the story of Burke and Belle as they discover what this time around holds for them.
This story made me feel hope that all wrongs can be righted and that something you believe is gone forever can come back to you. Rachel created good characters in Belle and Burke. When reading their stories, you feel a comfort when they are together and look forward to the next time they meet up or run into each other knowing that each time they do, a little more of the wall is chipped away that looms between them.
I recommend anyone who has an e-reader of some sort to purchase this book and enjoy the story of Burke and Belle as they discover what this time around holds for them.
February 7, 2017
I really enjoyed this quick read. I liked the main characters a lot. I was a littlt frustrated with Belle at times, but the author developed her character well. It's a story of love and forgiveness--and very romantic.
March 11, 2014
I would have preferred to rate it 3.5 stars. It was a good book, but I guess I'm not as forgiving as our leading lady. The guy dumps her, lives his whole NFL career without her, then wants her back? I suppose I would have liked to see him suffer a bit more. Too easy for him.
October 15, 2014
Loved it
This is a good book! I thought it was fun to see the friendship redevelopment and then the romance begin. The dad was fun to get to know. Loved the way he was encouraging and supportive of his daughter. But secretly wanting Burke and Belle to get back together.
great book
This is a good book! I thought it was fun to see the friendship redevelopment and then the romance begin. The dad was fun to get to know. Loved the way he was encouraging and supportive of his daughter. But secretly wanting Burke and Belle to get back together.
great book
June 8, 2014
Nice
Love the book wish it had a little more; of what I'm not sure but good read either way the storyline was sweet
Love the book wish it had a little more; of what I'm not sure but good read either way the storyline was sweet
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