Like Never Before (Walker Family Book #2) - eBook

After the heartbreak of a failed adoption and surviving a divorce in its aftermath, Amelia Bentley has finally found her place in Maple Valley as a small town newspaper editor. However, her world is rocked when the owner dies and the future of the paper is uncertain. Determined to keep the paper afloat, Amelia reaches out to the paper's former reporter, hometown hero, and now nationally known speechwriter, Logan Walker, for help. Logan politely declines Amelia's petition to return to writing for the paper citing his already hectic life as a widowed single-father on the brink of securing a spot on a presidential candidate's campaign staff. However, when he learns that Freddie, the newspaper's owner and his former mentor, has died and left the newspaper to Logan, he decides to take a temporary hiatus from his busy life to return home to sell the paper and spend some quality time with his young daughter. Devastated to learn that Logan still wants to sell, Amelia convinces him to delay selling and instead talks him into assisting her in tracking down the story behind eccentric town legend, Kendall Wilkins, for the paper's anniversary issue. During their chase for the perfect story, their instant friendship turns romantic and opens doors to a future for them- and the newspaper- that neither expected.

Like Never Before is just one of those feel good, Hallmark-Movie-Worthy novels that you just can't put down. Amelia and Logan's characters are likable from the beginning! The humorous exchanges between them along with the evident chemistry are enjoyable to follow throughout the plot. When their relationship takes a turn toward romance, I liked that Tagg put emphasis on Logan's smitten state by letting the reader enjoy tender exchanges and romantic gestures initiated by him that every woman can appreciate! The ending was a surprise, too, with a little unexpected twist that once again showcased Logan's romantic side.

This review contains my own thoughts and opinions. I have not been compensated by the author or publisher in any way.

I loved the quirks of Maple Valley, how Amelia fell hard for the big and loving Walker clan, Logan's daughter Charlie . . . I just adored this book. It was a page-turner, the three-dimensional characters were bigger than life, the plot took twists I didn't expect at the end. This will not be the last Melissa Tagg novel I purchase and enjoy reading!

I love all things Melissa Tagg! And Like Never Before, book 2 in the Walker Family series is no exception. It was named to Publishers Weekly's spring 2016 "Religion and Spirituality" Top 10 list!

This book has everything. Romance, powerful characters in realistic and compelling struggles, redemption, hope and intrigue.There was nothing to disappoint in this story.

Tagg writes fun fiction with a deep soul. Amelia and Logan's romance was deep and sweet and heart-tugging. The characters were real and vibrant and captivating. The setting rich and touching.

There is a historical element to this particular story as Tagg dives her characters into solving a mystery of a local legend in Maple Valley. It was entertaining to see how Melissa Tagg wove elements of fiction (her characters) and fact (real curious events in history) to tell a riveting tale.

Also available is the third book in the series, Keep Holding On. And a FREE e-novella prequel titled Three Little Words.

"Book has been provided courtesy of Baker Publishing Group and Graf-Martin Communications, Inc."

Like Never Before is the second book in Melissa Taggs Walker Family series, coming after From the Start. Ever since I first read From the Start back at the beginning of the year, Ive been a huge fan of Melissas, and the Walkers, so Ive been anticipating reading this book for quite some time. When I was finally able to work it into my blog schedule, I was so, SO excited. And Like Never Before did not disappoint. I was taken in at the very beginning of this book, and once I got going, I couldnt set it down for the life of me. I finished it in pretty much one sitting. Im totally serious. Its that good.

Amelia Bentley is completely adorable. Even though shes been through so much pain in her life, she is so cheery and full of life and love for everyone around her, and I couldnt help loving her from the moment I met her. The more I got to know her story, the more compassion I felt for her, and the more I wanted her future to be brighter. And once I got my first glimpse of her with Logan, I knew there was nothing I wanted more than for the two of them to be together forever.

I fell in love with Logan Walkerand his adorable daughter Charliefrom the very first moment I met them in the first novel. I was super excited to finally read his story, and I loved the two of them more and more as I made my way through this book. Logan had his own fair share of pain in his life, and my heart went out to him time and time again as I became more familiar with his struggles. Plus, I just couldnt get enough of his adorable relationship with Charlie, so I really just couldnt help loving them, and being excited for the day when the two of them and Amelia could finally become a family.

All in all, I really, really loved this book, and I cant wait for the next bookKeep Holding Onwhich finally releases next month!!! I cant imagine not giving Like Never Before all five bookshelves, especially since its already got a permanent place on my all-time favorites list. I highly recommend this book, and the rest of the series, as theyre absolutely fantastic!

My Take:

Like never before is the second book in the Walker family series. I have read the first book, From The Start, but you wouldn't need to read it to enjoy this book. I would recommend it though because it's so cute and you would be introduced to these characters and get to know them a little, they are so easy to love! There's something special about Melissa's unique writing style, her stories are so full of sweetness and fun, as well as page-turning, thought provoking situations that leave you thinking about them long after you close the book. There is so much to love about this story!

Amelia's obsession with aviators Charles Lindbergh and Amelia Earhart add a really fun touch, not to mention the awesome Gilmore Girls/Stars Hollow vibe and the old movie references. The only part that I didn't like is that the ending seemed unfinished, but maybe we will learn more about the ending/continuation in book 3. Overall this is another enjoyable Tagg novel and I can't wait until I can read Beckett and Kitts story in book 3!!

*I received a copy of this book from Bethany House publishers in exchange for my honest review.