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A McKaslin Homecoming

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I really liked this book because it reminded me of me. The author takes everyday remarkable characters and turns their lives into an extraordinary relationship to be treasured. Set in the same Montana town as the rest of this series, if a familiar place to cuddle up and ocme home to.

At 2 yrs old, Lauren McKaslin's mother took her far away from her siblings and her father under the premise they didn't love her anymore. Lauren never rec'd a gift or card or anything to say they even thought about her. She grew up as a lonely child, with a destructive mother, in basement apartments with bars on the windows. It seemed her own mother didn't even want her. But now she's an adult, almost finished college, and out of the blue, a letter arrives from her grandmother saying it was time to go back.

Although filled with trepidation, Lauren wants to meet her family so she drives across several states even with the knowledge they didn't want her. And what a surprise when she's welcomed with open arms wherever she goes. (Well, everyone except her big brother Spencer - but he doesn't like anybody. That's why I can't wait to read his story in His Holiday Heart.)

Caleb Stone, a local lawman, is next door neighbor to Lauren's grandmother. Because he does her chores, he's over there - a lot. Caleb was badly hurt after a serious relationship when his city-bred fiancée refused to move to his ranch. He finds himself falling for quiet Lauren, but she's from the city, too. He has to guard his heart until she goes back to college to finish her degree.

Meanwhile, Lauren is having a hard time knowing she'll soon have to leave her newly found loving family. But she's so close to completing her degree, there's no question of her leaving.
The McKaslin Clan Series 3:

Book 1 - A Soldier for Christmas LI 367 - Oct 06 - Kelly
Book 2 - Precious Blessings LI 383 - Feb 07 - Katherine
Book 3 - Every Kind of Heaven LI 387 - Mar 07 - Ava
Book 4 - Everyday Blessings LI 400 - Jun 07 - Aubrey
Book 5 - A McKaslin Homecoming LI 403 - Jul 07 - Lauren
Book 6 - Her Wedding Wish LI 447 - Jun 08 - Danielle
Book 7 - Her Perfect Man - LI 455 - Aug 08 - Rebecca
Book 8 - His Holiday Heart - LI 467 - Jan 08 - Spencer

It was sweet enough, but far from my favorite. I liked the ending, but the others I've read in the series (not many) are much better.

The plot was believable, but the author kept going over the same trust issues over and over again with Lauren. Caleb was a likable guy and you really wanted to see it all workout. If you're looking for a quick, clean, easy read you will enjoy this one.

Three things: 1) I'm a strong Christian, but I don't like "inspirational" books that over-do the subject. This one was very well balanced.
2) I really liked the plot. It is unique, with characters you immediately like and can relate to. They are real people--no heroic rescues in a typical 'hero saves the day' sense, but definitely in regards to hearts and emotions. Caleb is a simple down-to-earth guy with a great heart and a lot of humility. Lauren has serious trust issues and has put up thick barriers where relationships are concerned, but is caring, sensitive, and not as ready to give up on people as she originally thought. Really, the only unlikeable character is Lauren's mother, whom the reader never meets, only hears about.
3) However, the author rehashed the same internal conflicts of the lead character over and over again, just in different words. Yes, the character struggles with the same emotions throughout the story, but where one sentence would have sufficed to remind the reader of the conflict, instead of entire paragraphs. I thought it was distracting and a little annoying.

Overall, the unique and totally believable plot and characters make the story a worthwhile read that will touch your heart and give even the most 'disillusioned with life' reader hope.

amazing book!!!!!!
highly recommend this book.!!!!!
if not the only best book in the series, but im still waiting to read about Spence and Rebecca. oh an Ava's story is awesome too!!!