Chance Encounters of the Heart: Will and a Way/Encore, Encore/Measure of a Man (HeartQuest Anthology) [Paperback]

Elizabeth White (Author), Kathleen Fuller (Author), Susan May Warren (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 10, 2002

This collection of novellas will delight readers with stories of love showing up in the most unexpected places: a couple thrown together at the airport when their flights are cancelled; two violinists competing for first chair during a European orchestra tour; and a missionary to Russia unexpectedly running into her old boyfriend when he gets stuck in an elevator.

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From the Back Cover

What could be more romantic than a chance encounter with your one true love?

Let these delightful stories by Elizabeth White, Kathleen Fuller, and Susan Warren surprise you with unexpected love.

Will and a Way
Old acquaintances Will Fletcher and Zoe Hancock never expected to run into each other in a busy airport. But as their travel plans are thrown into confusion, they find their hearts taking flight toward a completely unexpected destination.

Encore, Encore
Talented violinist Annika Goran has just been given her dream opportunity: she will be concertmaster and soloist for the Moreland Chamber Orchestra’s upcoming European tour. But when she almost sits on Josef Gemmel’s priceless Stradivarius, she finds that more than her dreams may be at stake...

Measure of a Man
The last person Calli Deane expects to see trapped in an elevator in Siberia at 2 A.M. is Peter Samuelson--the man who broke her heart. Now she is swept into the past and drawn toward a future she never expected.

Product Details

• Paperback: 368 pages
• Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers (December 10, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0842335749
• ISBN-13: 978-0842335744
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 6 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,166,689 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars THREE HEARTFELT NOVELLAS BRING US PEACE AND LOVE, October 25, 2003

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Gail K Kroll "ECLECTIC READER AND LISTENER" (Northbrook, Illinois United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Chance Encounters of the Heart: Will and a Way/Encore, Encore/Measure of a Man (HeartQuest Anthology) (Paperback)

These three accomplished authors tell a tale each of how God can indeed bring about true love all through hardship and in the case of Elizabeth White and Susan May Warren laughter. Kathleen Fuller's story is one of intrigue and deep emotion. I recommend this book highly to anyone who seeks a soul-searching and warm love story.

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars What Christian Fiction Should Be, February 7, 2003

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This review is from: Chance Encounters of the Heart: Will and a Way/Encore, Encore/Measure of a Man (HeartQuest Anthology) (Paperback)

I really enjoyed this book. The stories are easy to read and enjoyable. My favourite story by far was the last one, "Measure of a Man" by Susan May Warren. This story is, in my opinion, exactly what Christian fiction should be. This is no small thing since it has been my experience that all too often Christian fiction lacks so much of what is supposed to make it Christian fiction. Measure of a Man is absolutely chock-full of truth. It isn't just a story about the lives of people who happen to be Christians and say little one-line prayers now and then, it's a story that teaches the reader more about God's character and causes them to grow, something that even the first two stories, though enjoyable, fail to do in my opinion. It's a story that is so full of truth and encouragement that it can minister even to mature Christians, as well as non-Christians or seekers. The author does a great job of making the story line believable and the development of the romance realistic in a very short amount of time. This again is no small feat as it is something many romance writers (both Christian and non-Christian) seem to have trouble achieving. The story line is high paced and intriguing, and has elements of suspense, mystery, tragedy, and comedy as well as romance. One of the things that really set this story apart from others is the unique writing technique employed by the author. The story outlines both the heroines' and the heros' perspective on certain issues, giving unique insight into the differences between the way men and women view the same things. This serves to remind women readers that men see us and our beauty very differently than we see ourselves. I find this technique to be very insightful, healthy and encouraging for women, especially in today's society. In addition to everything else, this story is very well written, something which is unfortunately not always the case with Christian fiction. In my opinion, this story is a contender with any non-Christian fiction of its class, and I definitely recommend it. And the really great thing is that apparently this story is the first published work by Susan May Warren, something that means any future works by her are sure to only get better!

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Chance Encounters of the Heart, February 3, 2003

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L. Lindberg - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Chance Encounters of the Heart: Will and a Way/Encore, Encore/Measure of a Man (HeartQuest Anthology) (Paperback)

All three of these short stories were great reads. Just the shot in the arm of romance I needed on a long winter weekend.
Each story in it's own way was a great reminder that God is intimately involved in every aspect of my life. He sometimes has to step in and cause my insignificant plans go wrong so that his plans which are always right, on time and the very best possible plans for my life will lift me to new heights of joy and fulfillment. All three stories were well written, humorous, and easy to read. I didn't want to put them down. I look forward to reading more stories from these authors.