Blessings of the Heart (Serenity Series #4) (Love Inspired #206) [Mass Market Paperback]

Valerie Hansen (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1, 2003

It Happened One Night . . .

Writer Brianna Walker had moved to the Arkansas hills for a little peace and quiet. But the stormy night a handsome man, two bedraggled boys and a scruffy dog washed up in her front yard, Bree's peaceful and quiet life became a thing of the past.

Homeless after their cabin floated away in the rain, single dad Mitch Fowler and his two young sons had no choice but to seek shelter at their closest neighbor's home. And it didn't take the boys long to find their way into Bree's warm and caring heart. But could Mitch ever convince Bree to take a chance on a ready-made family and make that fateful storm the answer to everyone's prayers?

Product Details

• Mass Market Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Steeple Hill (April 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0373872135
• ISBN-13: 978-0373872138
• Product Dimensions: 6.6 x 4.1 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,545,936 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

By now you have probably discovered that there are two of me. Well, not really. I'm the Valerie Hansen who writes Christian Romance, Suspense and Historical fiction for Love Inspired. This is my maiden name and much easier to spell and remember than my married name, Valerie Whisenand. I've been published since the 1980s and have over 45 books to my credit, most of which were written as Valerie Hansen. You can visit my website www.ValerieHansen.com to read excerpts and will find virtually all of my books still available through Amazon.com. AND NOW ALSO MANY ON KINDLE!

I'm thrilled that having my work on Kindle allows so many of my loyal readers to continue to find my books even after they're out of print.

I don't have a blog right now but do participate as a guest on others. Since I just received a contract to write 6 more books for Love Inspired as well as an option for a 7th, I hardly have time to breathe, let along blog!

(I can always find time for chocolate, though)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful book about coping w/ change and finding love, June 22, 2003

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"ladynyte808" (Hawaii) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Blessings of the Heart (Serenity Series #4) (Love Inspired #206) (Mass Market Paperback)

This was the first Love Inspired book I read, it was so good that I went out and bought 2 more Love Inspired books.

The author appeals to the lighter side of love (not steamy, but filled with humor and hope), and I recommend it to anyone who likes romance but has reservations about the very sensual romances out today (which I also happen to read).

When a reclusive writer opens her doors to a single dad raising two overwhelming boys, something big is bound to happen. In this case, everyone learns to work together toward making the most of a disastrous situation. Issues such as trust, faith, hope, and love are addressed in a subtle way. It also teaches that we can find blessings even when life turns your world upside down.

I devoured this book every spare moment I had. This is wonderful to come home to after you had a particularly stressful day.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful Read, April 21, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Blessings of the Heart (Serenity Series #4) (Love Inspired #206) (Mass Market Paperback)

I don't generally read inspirational books, but this one was a jewel. The father struggling to cope with his wife-abandonned kids, the rich and prissy woman forced to take them into her picture perfect home when her newly built damn bursts and floods their vacation cabin--they were all just great. The way Hansen handles the interpersonal relationships is masterful. She even includes a scruffy dog. Don't miss it!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars a must read!, March 21, 2003

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A Customer - See all my reviews

This review is from: Blessings of the Heart (Serenity Series #4) (Love Inspired #206) (Mass Market Paperback)

I haven't been impressed by love inspired books until now. This books characters are warm, funny, and well developed without feeling cliched. I also liked the fact that this book has a contemporary feel. Brianne Walker is writer who makes her home in the Ozarks (Arkansas hills), and leads a quiet and peaceful life. It all changes one night when single dad Mitch Fowler and his two young sons seek refuge from a rainy storm. Soon Brianne finds herself falling in love not only with Mitch but with the entire family. This book is so hilarious, and I absolutely loved reading it. A must read!