New Beginnings in Shady Springs

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About the Book New Beginnings in Shady Springs

About the Author of New Beginnings in Shady Springs

Sarah Anne Crouch grew up in a small town much like Shady Springs. She cherishes the close relationships and beautiful memories from her hometown. Though she’s lived everywhere from Malibu, CA to Nashville, TN, Sarah now resides in Arkansas with her husband, three children, and thousands of books.

My Thoughts on New Beginnings in Shady Springs

I love a good romance, and New Beginnings in Shady Springs is just that.  It’s a nice pace to read and doesn’t have any especially scary or troubled pieces.  Just great characters who discover each other and have hope for their lives going forward, plus a romance. 

Shady Springs is a wonderful close-knit small-town-like community.  I recognised that while reading.  How you might ask?  Because I grew up in one of those towns.  Where everyone knows your name, who your parents are, and most likely everything you’ve ever done wrong.  

Those types of towns are wonderful.  We might not always appreciate it, though. 

Sam is the pastor.  He’s had his heart brutally broken and so gave away the thought of ever having a love of his own again.  Clara is a widow of six years.  She pours herself into her students.  She’s loving and caring and all around wonderful. 

They’ve both given up on love. 

But love hasn’t given up on them. 

After a tornado goes through their community, they both work hard to minister to others.  They offer everything they possibly can to help those around them. 

And as they pour themselves out, they open up to each other and find the love they were not expecting. 

Such a sweet read.  This is part of a series but can be read as a standalone novel as well.  I loved the setting, I loved the characters, and I loved the sweet escape from life I found in this novel. 

I have voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book, which I received from JustRead Publicity Tours. 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.