Title: Where Healing Starts – Applewood Hill Book 2
Author: Angela D. Meyer
Genre: Christian Fiction, Women’s Fiction, Contemporary Fiction, Family Drama
Release Date: May 11
My Review: This is a heartrending story of two people hitting bottom, trying everything else but turning to the One Who can mend the broken pieces. Joanna’s and Blake’s story is heavy and intense, realistic. The threads of hope woven into the story kept me from drowning in their pain. I wanted to see more of Blake’s story resolved, but I have a feeling the next story will focus on him. And I loved the meaning of Joanna’s name, and its significance to her. *I received an ARC but was not required to leave a review. All opinions are my own.*
Blurb:
Joanna and Blake Hannigan grew up in an angry home and made an all-for-one pact – them against the world – in order to survive. Now that pact may keep them from what they each long for.
While doing community service for shoplifting, Joanna’s walls begin to come down. She wonders if she does have something of value inside of her, but still full of bitterness, she can’t get off the path to self-destruction.
Will a near death experience put her on the road to redemption?
Blake refuses to accept the consequences for putting his brother-in-law in the hospital. He runs from the law and does the unthinkable.
In the face of impending disaster, will Blake’s choices lead to healing?
Unless the siblings realize their pact can’t save them, they may not find the One who can.
About Angela D. Meyer
Angela D. Meyer writes fiction that showcases God’s ability to redeem and restore the brokenness in our lives. Now that her two children are grown, she spends her life writing instead of homeschooling, stays active at church, and is plotting what to do with the rest of her life. She enjoys sunrises and sunsets, hanging out with friends, a good laugh, and reading. Someday, she would love to vacation by the ocean.
Learn more about Angela’s books on her website. Sign up for her newsletter to be among the first to hear about her new book releases.
Today, enjoy the trailer that was released in 2016 with the first launch of Where Healing Starts. The book cover in the trailer is different, but the story is the same. https://youtu.be/cDV8IvNCdUo
Additional Blog Stops
May 11 – Daysong Reflections Author Interview, Part 1
May 11 – Milla Holt – Author Interview, Part 2
May 12 – Stories of Hope – Book Trailer
May 12 – Johnnie Alexander – Excerpt, Part 1
May 13 – Cardinal Bluff Reviews – Excerpt, Part 2
May 13 – Library Lady’s Kid Lit – Character Interview with Joanna Hannigan
May 14 – Brenda S. Anderson – Character Interview with Blake Hannigan
May 15 – Texas Book-aholic – Setting Inspiration
May 16 – Ravenz Reviewz – Deleted Scene, Part 1
May 17 – Batya’s Bits – Deleted Scene, Part 2
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Enter The Giveaway Here!
There is a lot of pain in this story before the healing. The ‘bandaid’ is ripped off. Yet in a well-written, clean book. Not exactly ‘flinch free’ because life is hard, but I appreciate the writing.
It’s nice to see someone else enjoying the same literature as I read along!
So very true. I always enjoy hearing from like-minded readers as well. Thanks for stopping by, Judy!
Excellent review, Candace!
Thank you so much, Brenda!
Thanks for spotlighting this book!
My pleasure! Blessings, Heidi!
I’m looking forward to reading Where Healing Starts.
It’s a great read! I’m glad you stopped by, Caryl!
I like the cover and the book sounds like an excellent read, thanks for sharing it with me! Thanks, Candace, for sharing your review! Have a sunshiny day!
Thank you! Have a wonderful day, Eva!