To Begin Again 

About the Book:

Every dream comes at a price.

Michaela Vandehey’s reality show win transformed her from the girl whose own father ignored her into a pop singer loved by the masses. But fame has proven hard to keep. To bolster her floundering career, she heads to Wisconsin to snag a collaboration with the iconic rock band Awestruck. There, she meets bass guitarist Philip, a dad whose devotion challenges her skepticism about love and family.

Whatever faith Philip Miller had died with his wife. Now, “Amazing Grace” is nothing but a lullaby to sing to his children in her memory. Thanks to Awestruck, he can provide privileged lives for his kids, but he has no intention of finding love again. If only he weren’t so drawn to Michaela.

When he falls for her despite himself, Michaela learns the dark secret that threatens his family’s future. The grace they’ve heard so much about might grant them the fresh start they need, but to begin again, they’ll first have to sacrifice what they hold most dear.

A meaningful Christian romance with a side of fame and fortune for readers who enjoy faith-filled escapes and happily-ever-afters where no one is beyond hope of redemption. Start reading today!

About the Author of To Begin Again:

Emily Conrad writes contemporary Christian romance that explores life’s relevant questions. Though she likes to think some of her characters are pretty great, the ultimate hero of her stories (including the one she’s living) is Jesus.

She lives in Wisconsin with her husband and their energetic coonhound rescue. Learn more about her and her books at emilyconradauthor.com.

My Thoughts on To Begin Again:

I read the first book in this series and wanted to know more about the rest of the characters as well!  The author reached out to me and asked if I’d like to review the next books which do tell about the characters I expressed interest in.  Of course, I said yes!

So now we find out the story of Michaela and Philip.  They’re two flawed people.  Neither starts the book as a Christian so do know that there is going to be talks of drugs, sex, abuse, etc.  It’s done tastefully and not in a lewd or overly descriptive way, but rather in a way that just brings light to what is going on and some of the sin in their lives that might inhibit them once they become Christians.  

There are hard subjects covered here. 

The whole book is going to hit you in your gut and make you feel all the feels.  Honestly, I had so many feelings through this book that I was a bit wrung out when I finished it and needed a bit of time to process what I’d read.  

The characters develop slowly at first but then they move quickly and keep you reading.  I loved this book and can’t wait for the next installment!

If you’re looking for a theme in this book it is that you can be clean.  Think of the hymn Amazing Grace and being washed clean.  I highly recommend you read this book but please read the series in order!

Add in two adorable little children (they’re Philip’s) and one woman who is scared a bit from her own past (yeap that’s Michaela) and you’ve got a bit of an extra loop thrown into the story that you’re going to love!  I’m all about children!

I have voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. 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.