Choices

Celebrate Lit Book Tour

About the Book Choices

Book: Choices

Author: Jacquelyn Lynn

Genre: Contemporary Women’s Fiction

Release Date: April, 2019

In a horrifying moment of inattention on a dark morning, lives change forever.

When college student Samantha Lawrence takes her eyes off the road for just a few seconds to send a text, she swerves out of her lane and hits Kevin Wyland as he rides his bicycle. In a panic, she drives away.

After the crash, Samantha tries to find out who the rider is and the status of his injuries. She is shocked to discover that she knows him. Not only does she shop at the pet supply store he and his wife own, but they are also both regular customers of Joyful Cup, a popular neighborhood coffee shop, and friends with the owner, Joy Shepherd.

Consumed with overwhelming guilt and fear of criminal charges, Samantha decides to do whatever it takes to avoid being identified as the hit-and-run driver. Kevin struggles with anger, bitterness, and a crisis of faith as he embarks on the slow process of recovering from his serious injuries.

As their lives intertwine with increasing frequency, Samantha and Kevin both turn to Joy for advice and guidance. Can she help them find the forgiveness and peace they need?

This is a heartwarming story with a powerful message of forgiveness that will make you smile even as it brings tears to your eyes.

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My Thoughts on Choices:

When I first heard about this book I was struck by what a normal situation this is nowadays.  People get in accidents or hit a dog or whatever and just leave.  No one holds themselves accountable anymore it seems.  So I was interested in how this book would work out.

Samantha hits a man on his bike when she is driving but not paying attention.  Instead of stopping and holding herself accountable for her actions she drives off.  This haunts her and she’s not sure later how to deal with her actions or her feelings.

The man on the bike, Kevin, is a man she knows.  He also struggles with the accident.  Physically he is hurt and has a long road to recovery.  But mentally and emotionally his road is even longer.  Can they find healing together or even get themselves together to accept responsibility?

They both go to the coffee shop owner for support and a listening ear.  

I love the coffee shop!  Joyful Cup is such a fun name and the owner Joy is a very sweet lady who listens without judging and gives the love of God freely.  I am happy to hear that more books will be coming centering around the coffee shop.

This is a great book and I highly recommend it.  It’s not a fast read and there isn’t mystery or suspense as you know who did what from the beginning.  But the emotions and thoughts are so real that you just can’t stop reading.

I have voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from Celebrate Lit. All views expressed are only my honest opinion. I was not required to write a positive review nor was I compensated in any other way. All opinions expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the FTC regulations.

About the Author of Choices

Jacquelyn Lynn finds joy in her faith, family, and friends, and in the knowledge that she is living God’s purpose for her life. In addition to Choices, she is the author of more than 30 non-fiction books including Finding Joy in the Morning and Words to Work By, as well as the meditations in the Christian Meditations and Faith Words Adult Coloring Books.

More from Jacquelyn

The idea for Choices first came to me more than five years ago. Though I’ve written (or ghostwritten) more than 30 non-fiction books, the process of writing a novel was both intriguing and intimidating. Once I voiced my desire, my wonderful husband Jerry Clement became my biggest champion, encouraging and even nagging me along the way as I talked but didn’t write. And when I finally began to write, he listened, offered suggestions, and proofread. Every time I voiced a doubt, he shot it down. As the manuscript neared completion, he designed the cover and supported me through the myriad of details that are essential to finishing and publishing a book. Had it not been for him, Choices would not be in readers’ hands today.

As Choices began to take shape, I realized that Joyful Cup, the coffee shop where much of the story takes place, had many more stories to tell. The next book in the Joyful Cup Story series will be released in 2020.

Blog Stops for Choices

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For the Love of Literature, October 30

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Moments, November 1

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For Him and My Family, November 2

Pause for Tales, November 3

Older & Smarter?, November 4

My Devotional Thoughts, November 5

Texas Book-aholic, November 6

janicesbookreviews, November 7

Happily Managing a Household of Boys, November 7

A Reader’s Brain, November 8

Inklings and notions, November 9

Reader’s Cozy Corner, November 9

Debbie’s Dusty Deliberations, November 10

Quiet Quilter, November 11

Batya’s Bits, November 11

Giveaway for Choices

To celebrate her tour, Jacquelyn is giving away the grand prize of a $50 Amazon gift card and a copy of the book!!

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