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A Second Helping: A Blessings Novel [Paperback]

Beverly Jenkins (Author)
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January 5, 2010 Blessings

With the millions she received after divorcing her faithless tycoon husband, Bernadine Brown saved the historic town of Henry Adams, Kansas, from financial ruin and found loving homes for five needy children. Now there are other "projects" crying out for rescue.

If ever a town institution needed rescuing, it's the beloved Dog and Cow diner. Once it was Henry Adams's social center—or gossip central!—now it's in danger of becoming duct-tape central. But there are other distractions pulling Bernadine from the task at hand: a plethora of romantic entanglements, including her own with a disturbingly attractive Malachi July; a bitter young boy newly arrived in town with his widowed father; and a fugitive on the run with a six-hundred-pound pet pig that's wanted for murder (the pig, that is). And when Bernadine's philandering, troublemaking ex-husband rolls into town looking for a second chance, life in Henry Adams gets very interesting indeed.


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About the Author

Beverly Jenkins is the author of twenty-five historical and contemporary novels, including three previous books in her beloved Blessings series. She has been featured in many national publications, such as the Wall Street Journal, People, the Dallas Morning News, and Vibe. She lives in Michigan.


Product Details

  • Paperback: 400 pages
  • Publisher: William Morrow Paperbacks; Original edition (January 5, 2010)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0061547816
  • ISBN-13: 978-0061547812
  • Product Dimensions: 8 x 6.6 x 1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (38 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #572,980 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Beverly Jenkins grew up in Detroit and majored in journalism and English literature at Michigan tate University. She has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, People, the Dallas Morning News, Vibe, and many other national publications.

 

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Second Chances, January 11, 2010
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In this sequel to Bring on the Blessings, we get to know the original characters better and we're introduced to a few new characters as well. We find that the foster kids are thriving; growing and developing as they bask in the love that surrounds them. Two of the major themes are second chances and trust. It seems that quite a few characters in the book have come to the realization that not only has Henry Adams been given a second chance, but so have they. They've been given a second chance at love, a second chance at family, a second chance at finding out who they are and being true to themselves. And to my sheer delight they take complete advantage of their opportunities. This is such a heartwarming book that I am still basking in the glow that has been with me since I finished it. The themes of unconditional love and acceptance that started with Blessings continue in A Second Helping and as a result we see strong bonds and trust being formed throughout. I really enjoyed Ms. Jenkins use of symbolism especially in relation to Amari and his dreams. Henry Adams, Kansas is truly my idea of a utopia. It is a place where I would love to live. Can I please be transported there now?
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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A Second Helping Of Love, January 16, 2010
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Beverly Jenkins returns to Henry Adams, Kansas with another story her fans will truly enjoy. She introduced readers to Bernadine Brown, a recently divorced millionaire, who purchased the historic African-American town on eBay in Bring on the Blessings. In its sequel, A Second Helping, Bernadine, is once again off to rescue the town from what could be its biggest disaster.

Before she can save the town, she has to deal with a few other things--her ex-husband, Leo, who has decided that he wants her back; her growing relationship with Malachi July; and the project that Amari, one of the Foster kids, started that grew into more than he could handle. Like any growing town, old neighbors returned and new ones moved in. Even Riley and Cletus make an appearance on You Tube. And like any town, trouble is in the mix.

Jenkins' story will keep you turning pages and holding your breath to see what is in store for everyone. Like all of her novels, she gives you little known historical facts. I laughed, I cried, and I got upset when I finished the book. I give kudos to Beverly Jenkins for another outstanding novel.

Priscilla C. Johnson

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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A Second Helping, January 14, 2010
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This wonderful book certainly has the right title. When you are sitting down to a great meal and you are enjoying it so much you have to ask for more, this is the way this book makes me feel. You know this book will be that good. The story draws you in as you immerse yourself into the lives of the people in Henry Adams. You see the growth of the characters you have already meet and meet some new ones. You are also privy to some interesting secrets. The surprises are handle with love, support and humor. Life is not perfect in this town but it does point out there is almost always a way to overcome . I gulped down this book, almost reading it in one session. Unfortunately, I started it late in the day and had to sleep for a few hours. I will go back in a few days and read again and simply savor.
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