Forever Home
About the Book Forever Home
Book: Forever Home
Author: Hope Toler Dougherty
Genre: Sweet Romance/Christian Fiction
Release date: August 16, 2022
With a fulfilling job and a home of her own, former foster child, Merritt Hastings, relishes her stable, respectable life. Dreaming for more is a sure way to heartache. When a contested will turns her world upside down, she must reevaluate what’s important to her, what’s worth fighting for, and what’s worth sacrificing.
Patience has never been Sam Daniels’ strong suit with his history of acting quickly and asking questions later, and he’s ready for changes in his life…now. Too bad the plans for acquiring a radio station didn’t include a contract. Now he’s out of a job, out of a radio station, and out of prospects.
While his life is in flux, at least he can help Merritt steady hers, or will he rush in and overstep …again?
Will the sparks flying between these two opposites lead to a happily-ever-after or heartbreak for both?
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My Thoughts on Forever Home
This is cute series. It’s a clean romance series and Christian romance. There’s no murder or mystery but there are a few hard topics within such as foster children, family, and what we really need versus want. Settle in for a heartwarming read with this book.
I loved the characters. They were full of personality and really reached out to me. Merritt has this hard shell around herself. It’s necessary for self-preservation. Or at least it was. Sam just wants to help her and break through her shell. Can she let down her guard? Will he ever get to know the true her hidden away?
I have voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received through 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 Forever Home
Hope Toler Dougherty holds a master’s degree in English and taught at East Carolina University and York Technical College. Her novels include Irish Encounter, Mars…With Venus Rising, Rescued Hearts, Forever Music, and Forever Home. Her recent novella, “A Hatteras Surprise,” appears in Candy Cane Wishes and Saltwater Dreams and is also available as a standalone novel. She and her husband delight in visits with their two daughters and twin sons.
More from Hope
When I introduced the Daniels family in Forever Music, the first story in the Forever Series, I wrote about Josie, the little sister. I wanted to write about her brother Sam next, but after about eight chapters, the words stopped flowing and then the pandemic struck. Instead of writing during the lockdown, I cleaned out closets, crocheted mask bands, and perfected a killer sourdough loaf.
I wanted to write. And I tried to write. I loved Sam and wanted to discover his story, but…nothing.
When my publisher offered a slot in a novella collection, I pushed Sam to the back of my mind and wrote about his older brother, Ben. Ben’s story is set on the beautiful Hatteras Island on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Check out his romance in A Hatteras Surprise.
Sharing Ben’s courtship with Ginny Stowe freed me to get back to Sam and Merritt in Forever Home. Their story highlights foster care, music, friendship, and radio stations.
Impatient Sam usually acts first and thinks second. His happy-go-lucky personality chafes Merritt’s stick-with-a-plan attitude. Too bad she needs his help with her livelihood. They don’t hit it off at first, but both are definitely intrigued with each other.
Readers can find subtle Italian references throughout the story. Here’s a favorite recipe friends might find in Merritt’s kitchen. I hope you like it and the story, too!
Orange Pistachio Biscotti
Ingredients:
2 C plain flour 1 egg white
1 t baking powder 2 T orange zest
¼ t salt ½-1 C chopped pistachios
1 C sugar 1/2 C candied orange bits
2 eggs
orange juice, if needed
Directions
Sift flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar into a mixing bowl. In another bowl, beat eggs and egg white together, then add to the flour mixture. Stir in orange zest, nuts, and orange bits. Mix until the dough is smooth. If the dough is too dry, add orange juice a tablespoon at a time.
Flour your hands and scoop half the dough onto one side of the cookie sheet prepared with cooking spray. Shape the dough into a 15×3-inch log. Repeat with the remaining dough. The logs should be several inches apart.
Bake at 350 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes. Tops of the logs should be firm.
Remove to a wire rack and cool for 10 minutes. Cut logs on a diagonal into ½-inch-thick slices. Place the slices, cut side down, on the baking sheet. Reduce oven temperature to 325 degrees and bake for 15 minutes.
Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack. They will harden as they cool. Yields about 48 cookies depending on size
Blog Stops for Forever Home
Pause for Tales, December 14
For Him and My Family, December 14
Debbie’s Dusty Deliberations, December 15
Inklings and notions, December 16
Texas Book-aholic, December 17
Cover Lover Book Review, December 18
Locks, Hooks and Books, December 19
Beauty in the Binding, December 20 (Author Interview)
deb’s Book Review, December 20
Ashley’s Clean Book Reviews, December 21
Because I said so — and other adventures in Parenting, December 22
Truth and Grace Homeschool Academy, December 23
For the Love of Literature, December 24 (Author Interview)
Susan K. Beatty, Author, December 25 (Author Interview)
Blogging With Carol, December 26
Happily Managing a Household of Boys, December 27
Giveaway for Forever Home
To celebrate her tour, Hope is giving away the grand prize package of a $50 Amazon gift card, one signed copy of Forever Home, and book swag!
Be sure to comment on the blog stops for nine extra entries into the giveaway!
Click the link below to enter.
https://promosimple.com/ps/23236/forever-home-celebration-tour-giveaway
Dreaa Drake
This sounds like a lovely book! Thank you for sharing & Merry Christmas 🎄
Erin S.
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Rita Wray
Sounds like a good series.
Erin S.
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Anita Yancey
Sound like an interesting book.
Erin S.
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Hope Toler Dougherty
Thanks so much for having me on your blog and reading Forever Home! I’m so glad you like Merritt and Sam. Merry Christmas!
Erin S.
Thanks for letting me read their story!
Debra Pruss
Thank you so much for sharing. God bless you.
Erin S.
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Sarah L
Good book for Winter reading.
Thanks for the contest.
Erin S.
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Hope Toler Dougherty
Thank you for reading and reviewing Forever Home and for including it on your blog! I’m so glad you liked Sam and Merritt! Merry Christmas!
Erin S.
Thanks for giving me the opportunity to share this great book with everyone!
Patty
I enjoyed Forever Music and would love to read Forever Home!
Erin S.
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K
This sounds like a really great romance read– I can’t wait to get started! Thanks so much for sharing it.
Erin S.
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