A Love Like Ours by Becky Wade

I have thoroughly enjoyed every book in this series so far, including this one. First of all, the covers are all well done. Just like the other two, this one has beautiful colors that complement the cover well and made me want to pick it up right away to read. The picture sums up the essence of the story well, in my opinion.

I was reading this book over Memorial Day weekend, which was quite fitting. Jake Porter, a former Marine, has seen things that no one should have to see. He fought for America in the war and has the scars to prove it. He's been harmed not just physically, but also emotionally. He has PTSD and feels like he is so undeserving of his childhood friend, Lyndie.

Jake was Lyndie's best friend who helped occupy Lyndie's time while her parents helped with her sister. If it wasn't for Jake, she may not have had a friend. After Lyndie moved away, she never forgets Jake. When she returns back to Texas, she will have to be the one to help Jake see that she will be there with him as he walks this road of healing.

I've always been a fan of Jake's brothers, and even more so in this book. They took on the big brother role when Jake refused to listen or give Lyndie a chance. Lyndie is a sweet, yet stubborn girl who refuses to take no for an answer.

I don't want to say goodbye to the Porter boys just yet. I'm really hoping Becky Wade has some more of their story to tell.

Read more reviews of this book by going to http://litfusegroup.com/author/bwade.

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A Love Like Ours (Bethany House, May 2015)
Former Marine Jake Porter has far deeper scars than the one that marks his face. He struggles with symptoms of PTSD, lives a solitary life, and avoids relationships.
When Lyndie James, Jake’s childhood best friend, lands back in Holley, Texas, Jake cautiously hires her to exercise his Thoroughbreds. Lyndie is tender-hearted, fiercely determined, and afraid of nothing, just like she was as a child. Jake pairs her with Silver Leaf, a horse full of promise but lacking in results, hoping she can solve the mystery of the stallion’s reluctance to run.
Though Jake and Lyndie have grown into very different adults, the bond that existed during their childhood still ties them together. Against Jake’s will, Lyndie’s sparkling, optimistic personality begins to tear down the walls he’s built around his heart. A glimmer of the hope he’d thought he’d lost returns, but fears and regrets still plague him. Will Jake ever be able to love Lyndie like she deserves, or is his heart too shattered to mend?
Learn more and purchase a copy at Becky’s website.

Becky Wade

Becky Wade is a native of California who attended Baylor University, met and married a Texan, and moved to Dallas. She published historical romances for the general market, took time off to raise her children, then felt God nudging her to pursue contemporary Christian fiction. Becky's work has been a finalist for both a RITA and an INSPY Award.

 

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I received this book free from Litfuse Publicity Group and Bethany House Publishers in exchange for my honest opinion of this book.

Meant to Be Mine by Becky Wade

If I had to sum up this book in one word, it would be "forgiveness." As I thought about what I would do in this situation, it broke my heart. I felt for Addie and for Celia. I wanted Celia to be loved and absolutely hated Ty's foolish choices. I don't think he realized how that one choice could affect so many people and change so many lives. I can easily relate to that. How many choices do we make that affect so many for good or bad?

I didn't like Ty at first. His selfishness made me want to give him a good talking to. I eventually got over my frustration with him and he found a way for me to like him.  I found him humorous in some parts of the story.

My son is a huge bull riding fan, so I liked this aspect of the book.  It was a nice change to the typical contemporary novels.

I have really enjoyed all of the books by Becky Wade.  She knows how to grip her readers and not let them go!  Can't wait to see what's next!
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About the Book

Meant to Be Mine
Ty Porter has always been irresistible to Celia Park. All through high school–irresistible. When their paths cross again after college–still irresistible. This time, though, Ty seems to feel exactly the same way about Celia. Their whirlwind romance deposits them at a street-corner Las Vegas wedding chapel.
The next morning they wake to a marriage certificate and a dose of cold reality. Celia’s ready to be Ty’s wife, but Ty’s not ready to be her husband. He’s a professional bull rider, he lives on the road, and he’s long planned to settle down with the hometown girl he’s known since childhood.
Five and a half years pass. Celia’s buried her dreams so that she can afford to raise her daughter. Ty’s achieved all of his goals. Or thought he had, until he looks again into the eyes of the woman he couldn’t forget and into the face of the child he never knew he had.
How much will Ty sacrifice to win back Celia’s trust and prove to her that their spontaneous marriage can still become the love of a lifetime?
Learn more and purchase a copy at Becky’s website.

Becky makes her home in Dallas, Texas with her husband, three children, and one adoring (and adored) cavalier spaniel. Her CBA debut, "My Stubborn Heart," was a finalist in both the RITA and INSPY awards. "Undeniably Yours" kicked off her Texas-set Porter Family series. Her newest contemporary romance, "Meant to Be Mine," has just hit shelves!

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I received this book free from Bethany House Publishers in exchange for my honest opinion of this book.

Meant to Be Mine by Becky Wade

If I had to sum up this book in one word, it would be "forgiveness." As I thought about what I would do in this situation, it broke my heart. I felt for Addie and for Celia. I wanted Celia to be loved and absolutely hated Ty's foolish choices. I don't think he realized how that one choice could affect so many people and change so many lives. I can easily relate to that. How many choices do we make that affect so many for good or bad?

I didn't like Ty at first. His selfishness made me want to give him a good talking to. I eventually got over my frustration with him and he found a way for me to like him.  I found him humorous in some parts of the story.

My son is a huge bull riding fan, so I liked this aspect of the book.  It was a nice change to the typical contemporary novels.

I have really enjoyed all of the books by Becky Wade.  She knows how to grip her readers and not let them go!  Can't wait to see what's next!

Read more reviews by going to http://litfusegroup.com/books/meant-to-be-mine.

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About the Book

Meant to Be Mine
Ty Porter has always been irresistible to Celia Park. All through high school–irresistible. When their paths cross again after college–still irresistible. This time, though, Ty seems to feel exactly the same way about Celia. Their whirlwind romance deposits them at a street-corner Las Vegas wedding chapel.
The next morning they wake to a marriage certificate and a dose of cold reality. Celia’s ready to be Ty’s wife, but Ty’s not ready to be her husband. He’s a professional bull rider, he lives on the road, and he’s long planned to settle down with the hometown girl he’s known since childhood.
Five and a half years pass. Celia’s buried her dreams so that she can afford to raise her daughter. Ty’s achieved all of his goals. Or thought he had, until he looks again into the eyes of the woman he couldn’t forget and into the face of the child he never knew he had.
How much will Ty sacrifice to win back Celia’s trust and prove to her that their spontaneous marriage can still become the love of a lifetime?
Learn more and purchase a copy at Becky’s website.

Becky makes her home in Dallas, Texas with her husband, three children, and one adoring (and adored) cavalier spaniel. Her CBA debut, "My Stubborn Heart," was a finalist in both the RITA and INSPY awards. "Undeniably Yours" kicked off her Texas-set Porter Family series. Her newest contemporary romance, "Meant to Be Mine," has just hit shelves!

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I received this book free from Litfuse Publicity Group and Bethany House Publishers in exchange for my honest opinion of this book.

Undeniably Yours by Becky Wade

The cover of this book told me right away that I'd be in for a romance that was quite possibly filled with humor.  I was so excited to read this book.  I could hardly wait to flip it open when I got it.  There was just something about the cover that made me REALLY want to read this book.

I'm glad that all of my excitement over this book didn't vanish when I completed this book.  I liked 

conflicting emotions between Meg and Bo.  I appreciated Bo and his determination to straighten out the farm.  I was a little surprised by what the "threaten force" was in their relationship....that thing that could possibly break apart a chance of a relationship.

The romance came pretty early in the book and I was a bit worried that it'd kill the book for me.  It 

didn't, though.  She somehow made it work and still had me wrapped up in their relationship but not making it so sappy that it's overkill.

I'm definitely looking forward to the second book in this new series, The Porter Family.  I keep hearing good things about her first book she wrote, My Stubborn Heart, so I found it in the bookstore 

and am about to read it now!

Read more reviews at http://litfusegroup.com/author/BWade.

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I received this book free from Bethany House Publishers and Litfuse Publicity Group in exchange for my honest opinion of this book.

Undeniably Yours by Becky Wade

The cover of this book told me right away that I'd be in for a romance that was quite possibly filled with humor.  I was so excited to read this book.  I could hardly wait to flip it open when I got it.  There was just something about the cover that made me REALLY want to read this book.

I'm glad that all of my excitement over this book didn't vanish when I completed this book.  I liked 

conflicting emotions between Meg and Bo.  I appreciated Bo and his determination to straighten out the farm.  I was a little surprised by what the "threaten force" was in their relationship....that thing that could possibly break apart a chance of a relationship.

The romance came pretty early in the book and I was a bit worried that it'd kill the book for me.  It 

didn't, though.  She somehow made it work and still had me wrapped up in their relationship but not making it so sappy that it's overkill.

I'm definitely looking forward to the second book in this new series, The Porter Family.  I keep hearing good things about her first book she wrote, My Stubborn Heart, so I think I need to be reading that book now!

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I received this book free from Bethany House Publishers and CFBA in exchange for my honest opinion of this book.