Jill Weatherholt

As the stress of the season descends on me, I have been gravitating to more quick, sweet reads and there is none better than Love Inspired. I am always a sucker for kids and dogs and Her Son’s Faithful Companion has both in the most charming package possible.

You can’t help but feel sorry for this sweet little boy. Here he is wanting to live a normal life and do normal boy things, but his mom is so incredibly overprotective, plus his medical issues have alienated him from children his own age, and this is a lot for his seven-year-old shoulders to carry. I have been guilty of being an overprotective mom, especially after my youngest was diagnosed with diabetes, so I could identify with Caitlyn’s worries on a visceral level, but her character was quite grating to me. Having a chronically sick child myself I understand to a degree but when you have someone right there willing to help you out, you’d think that she would be able to relax and be a little more pliable and not so stubborn, but sadly that growth doesn’t come for awhile. Logan immediately comes across as a sincere guy and I loved him, his family, and the small-town community so much.

I would’ve liked to have seen a little more substance when it came to the conflict but there are moments of tremendous heart that gave me pause. There is a precious scene between boy and dog that was one of the sweetest scenes I’ve ever read, and a stormy scene that was so real, especially with all the crazy weather we’ve had lately. It really grounded the narrative and gave the perfect balance of realism.

Just as I had predicted, this was a great, quick escape that was inspiring and kept my mind and heart occupied in the sweetest way.

*I have voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book which I received from the author/publisher through JustRead Tours. All views and opinions expressed are completely honest, and my own.… (altro)

Their Inseparable Bond by Jill Weatherholt is a sweet story. I thought the story was well written with realistic, developed characters. I enjoyed getting to know Jake, Olivia, Myrna, and the twins, Kayla and Kyle. Callie was a delightful puppy. You would need patience to train her, but you cannot help falling in love with the rambunctious Callie. I liked Myrna’s comfortable home, and I could tell that the twins did too. I bet her home perpetually smelled of cookies. The romance progressed at a nice pace. We get to see how grief or loss affects people differently. We also see that there is more than one type of family. There are the families we are born into and the families we create. They can each be equally special and loving. Lost love, grief, family, empathy, second chances, and faith are the themes in Their Inseparable Bond. I enjoyed the humor sprinkled throughout the story. Their Inseparable Bond is a touching tale with tasty treats, a concerned granddaughter, a playful puppy, a grieving girl, tether trouble, and a chance at romance.… (altro)

Their Inseparable Bond is an endearing and uplifting story about love and loss, broken dreams and second chances, and how picking up the pieces and moving forward can possibly lead to everything you desire and more.

Jake and his children are dealing with the loss of their matriarch while Olivia is also dealing with personal grief of her own. Together, as their sweet relationship grows, they work through their emotions while also strengthening their bond not only with one another but with Jake’s twins, Kayla and Kyle, as well. Their story shows the importance of family and support, and that this too shall pass and could open the door to something even more amazing than you could imagine.

The characters are what really won me over with this sweet, inspirational romance. I am a sucker for adorable children, but when you add an adorable dog I practically swoon. All of the characters have a warmth and realness to them, which really endeared me to this story, and I loved being able to glimpse into their world for a moment. This was a much-needed escape for me and the perfect weekend read. My heartstrings were tugged in the best way possible and I cannot recommend this sweet read enough.

*I have reviewed a copy of this book which I received from the author/publisher through JustRead Tours. All views and opinions expressed are completely honest, and my own.… (altro)