You'll Think of Me

Prepare your heartstrings, reader friends, this sweet story will pull them in a beautiful way! Despite the scars left by her past, Brooklyn has pulled herself up by the bootstraps. She is an all-out dedicated and devoted single mom to her daughter Alycia!

Derek is obviously a natural-born protector, both his position as a deputy and conscientiousfarmer attest to that fact. Derek also gets triple brownie points for his strong relationship with his Gran Ruth. Getting Gran's perspective on all the happenings is icing on the cake.

From the tight-knit community that draws folks in, to the adorable little fru-frurescue dog, this story is full of sweet moments and healing from heartache. Faith, family, and community are just what the doctor ordered (according to Gran and no one argues with Gran).

I requested the opportunity to read this book through the publisher. The opinions expressed are my own.

Brooklyn Myers never intended to return to her hometown of Thunder Creek, Idaho, but God seemed to have different plans. When her husband whom she has been separated from dies and leaves his family home and property to her and her daughter, she sees it as the perfect opportunity to give her daughter a better life. However, Derek Johnson, who was her estranged husband's best friend since childhood, is not exactly thrilled with the idea of Brooklyn and her daughter coming back to live next door, especially since it means he may not be able to buy the land he wanted so bad. As their paths continue to cross, and they get to know each other better, an attraction builds, but they both have some obstacles to overcome, and Brooklyn must get over her past and learn to trust again.

This was a beautifully written, captivating story; I didn't want to put the book down. You'll fall in love with the characters and be rooting for them each step of the way. Rooting for Brooklyn to stand up for herself, to learn to trust men again, and to give Derek a chance. If you love a good romance, this is one youshould read!

**I received this book free from the publisher through the Fiction Guild program in exchange for review. I was not required to write a positive review, and all thoughts and opinions are my own.

Absolutely loved this book. I could not wait from one read till the next.

Loved the whole story, how two lost people, come together and make a happy family. How God just seemed to put all the pieces together.

I would recommend this book to all.

Just make sure that you have a cup of tea and lots of free time because you will not be able to put it done.

Eighteen-year-old Brooklyn Myers left her home town of Thunder Creek, Idaho, to marry Chad Hallston, who left her just months later, when she announced she was pregnant. She's spent the last ten years trying to raise Alycia on her own, with the help of the neighbour who introduced her to a loving God:

A God who loved her, a Savior who had willingly died for her, a Spirit who renewed her mind and gave her strength.

Now Esther, her babysitter and best friend, is leaving town and Brooklyn has no idea how she'll juggle working with caring for Alycia. Until she finds Chad is dead, and she's been left the Hallston property back in Thunder Creek.

Derek Johnston is looking forward to buying the ten-acre Hallston property from Chad, to expand his organic farm. He isn't pleased when he finds Chad, his best friend, is dead and has left the land and house to Brooklyn. To complicate matters, Chad has also asked that Derek be the father Chad never was.

I loved all the characters, even while they struggled to love themselves and each other. I loved the developing relationships, the witty dialogue. I also loved the way Brooklyn's Christian faith was woven into the story:

She unfurled her hands, turning them palms up. Hands empty and open. And suddenly she understood that open hands were the only way she could receive anything new.

And I loved the way we discovered more about the histories of each character - Brooklyn, Derek, and Chad - as the story progressed, and the way those character histories explained and deepened their present journey.

Because this is a romance, and romance is all about the journey.

A great story of love and second chances. Recommended for contemporary romance fans.

Thanks to Thomas Nelson and NetGalley for providing a free ebook for review.

Brooklyn Meyers was determined to make life better for herself and her ten-year-old daughter, Alycia. That was her main reason for not returning to Thunder Creek, Idaho. That and her cruel, abusive father. However, when she receives an unexpected, much- needed gift after the death of her estranged husband, Chad Hallston, she knows she must return.

Derek Johnson isn't too happy about the news of Brooklyn's return. He blames her for Chad leaving Thunder Creek, and in a small way, he figures she led to his death, too. But Chad's dying wish forces him to deal with Brooklyn and Alycia.

Robin Lee Hatcher's book, You'll Think of Me, primarily takes place in Thunder Creek, Idaho, a picturesque, idyllic town. The local population cares greatly about its town and townspeople, jumping in to help whenever and wherever it's needed. Miss Hatcher deftly weaves a story of a young woman beaten down by life who doesn't trust anyone except herself but has begun to learn to lean on the Lord for guidance and assurance.

As the story progresses, key characters in the story help Brooklyn to grow and learn life is a series of forgiveness and trust. Although the story could be dark and deep, Miss Hatcher uses just the right touches of depth and feeling to illustrate the tough situations within the story.

I received a copy of You'll Think of Me from two different sources: NetGalley and The Fiction Guild. However, I was under no obligation to post a review.