Book Description:
Returning to their hometown isn’t something the Bradshaw brothers ever thought they’d do. But a family tragedy has reunited them in Benevolence, Washington—where second chances, reignited dreams, and real love are never far away . . .
Texas rancher Flynn Bradshaw has his work cut out for him. His sister-in-law, Sunday, is finally home after the car crash that killed her husband and left her critically injured. But Flynn still has to get her failing ancestral farm up and running while looking after his six nieces and nephews. He prefers wide open spaces and working solo. Yet as he tries to get the grieving Sunday to care about her life again, he’s finding a chance for love that’s closer than he ever expected . . .
Even before the accident, Sunday struggled to keep the farm afloat as her once-happy marriage crumbled. Now with her body still recovering, she can't seem to get back the hope she once had. But as she reconnects with her children, Flynn’s dedication, love for the land, and caring slowly inspire her to dream again. Is their growing affection enough to help them through unresolved pain—and risk trying for a future together?
About the Author:
New York Times best-selling author Shirlee McCoy loves books. She loves reading them. She loves writing them. She loves sharing them with family, with friends, and with total strangers on airplanes and in doctor's offices. It's no surprise that she loves being an author. Her first book was published in 2004. Since then, she's written more than 45 novels. Her books have appeared on the New York Times, Publisher's Weekly, and USA Today bestsellers lists.
Of course, her love for books pales in comparison with her love for family. When she's not writing, she's homeschooling her two youngest children and spending time with the people she cares about most. Her books are a reflection of her passion for relationships and community. An advocate for adoption and a firm believer in the power of faith, love, and compassion, Shirlee writes books that explore the dynamics between siblings, parents, children, and friends.
She enjoys hearing from readers and writers. You can email her at http://bit.ly/2BF0i9n or catch up with her life and writing at http://bit.ly/2N9ewDL.
My Thoughts:
In this third book from The Bradshaws, the story of Sunday and Flynn (the oldest Bradshaw brother) unfolds. As the story begins, you learn of the accident that killed Matt, Sunday’s husband, and left Sunday completely different from the person she had been before. Along with Sunday’s physical changes come changes in her memory. The accident has left Sunday with little memory of even the most basic of things. As she battles the physical and mental challenges, she is also dealing with being a single mom of six children and trying to take care of the family farm that has seen it’s better days. All the while she is remembering bits and pieces of a love story that had seemed perfect, but wasn’t.
Flynn Bradshaw is the oldest of the Bradshaw brothers. His brother, Matt, had been Sunday’s husband. Flynn left home years ago, but would come occasionally to visit. He’s now returned to help Sunday with the farm while giving his brothers a little break.
During his stay on the farm, Flynn attempts to help Sunday with her challenges.
But, unlike Sunday, Flynn has no problems with his memory. His vividly remembers the family difficulties that occurred when he was growing up. His memories about Matt included some that made him question a few things about his brother.
This was an absolutely beautiful story. The author’s skillful way with words just cut right to my core. The way she writes about Sunday’s challenges, what she’s feeling, how things that were so easy at one time had now become so difficult to do, was just heart wrenching. I could feel Sunday’s pain and frustration, and she was trying with such determination to do things that were now a challenge, I found myself cheering her on. The family dynamics, the amusing behavior of her children, and the sweetness of their care for her had me laughing and smiling. As Sunday and Flynn’s friendship blossomed and grew, I held my breath wondering how it would all end.
I cannot say enough about what a lovely story this is. Although it is part of a series, it can be read as a standalone. And while I haven’t read the rest of the series, I am definitely looking forward to doing so.
Disclaimer: I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley. All opinions expressed are my own.
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