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One unforgivable secret could destroy their future

A reckless mistake landed Jacob "Jay" Mathews behind bars, but it was his inescapable guilt that led him to God. Upon his release, with the help of a spiritual mentor and friend, he strives to move forward with his life. Determined to graduate college, get a job, and follow God's word, the last thing Jay needs or wants is a girlfriend. Until he meets Lacey Bennett.

When fervent prayers for reconciliation between her divorced parents go unanswered, and her older sister tragically dies, Lacey questions how God could allow such tragedies to befall her family. Turning her back on her past and God, she focuses on her future. College and theater are her ultimate goals; falling for the one type of guy she swore to avoid--a Christian--is not. No matter how much she wants to resist, Jay is irresistible.

As their relationship deepens, Jay struggles with Lacey's unresolved anger and her unwillingness to even discuss faith. All he wants to do is reveal how God changed his life, but doing so would mean revealing his status as an ex convict. Finally, as she begins to rekindle her faith, past secrets collide, threatening to destroy everything they've built. Now, Jay must rely on his faith more than he ever has before. Can they learn to forgive--or is their relationship fractured beyond repair?

"Debut author Sara Beth brings a Kingsbury-like essence to the genre but with a fresh voice. The characters had tremendous depth and the writing overall was very well put together and flowed so very nicely" - Chelsea Devries
"When Hearts Collide is an excellent debut novel by Sara Beth Williams. I definitely look forward to more from this author." The Christian Fiction Girl

Check out the rest of the Second Chance Novel series

When Hearts Collide: Book 1

A Worthy Heart: Book 2 (2020 Selah Award finalist)

Anchor My Heart: Book 3 (releasing 2021)

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Publication date

September 10, 2018
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"Debut Author Sara Beth Williams brings [a] Kingsbury-like essence to the genre but with a fresh voice. The characters had tremendous depth and the writing overall was very well put together and flowed so very nicely." - NA Romance Author Chelsea DeVries

From the Author

Behind the Scenes of When Hearts Collide

The more books I read, no matter the genre, the more I am drawn to authentic, broken characters, who long for (and hopefully achieve) a second chance - both in love and in life. This is the essence of When Hearts Collide. Both Lacey and Jay long for a second chance.

I'd had the beginnings of the story that is When Hearts Collide,in my mind for many years after I graduated high school. It was partially inspired by a YA book I read in high school that I cannot remember the name to,and it's almost Romeo & Juliet-esque. (You'll have to read it to figure out why.) I recall reading a handful of contemporary YA Romeo & Juliet retellings and being inspired by those.

I remember, junior year in high school, sitting in the balcony at a memorial service for a young high school kid who died in a car accident; many early drafts were recreations of that very event. The car accident, the memorial service, how the family reacted, who might have been involved. Even now, in the final draft, you'll see images and references of the memorial service. Over the years, the car accident itself morphed into something much different.

I hope you truly enjoy this story of romance, faith, forgiveness, and second chances.

Look for the last installment - Anchor My Heart - in 2021

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One unforgivable secret could destroy their future

A reckless mistake landed Jacob "Jay" Mathews behind bars, but it was his inescapable guilt that led him to God. Upon his release, with the help of a spiritual mentor and friend, he strives to move forward with his life. Determined to graduate college, get a job, and follow God's word, the last thing Jay needs or wants is a girlfriend. Until he meets Lacey Bennett.

When fervent prayers for reconciliation between her divorced parents go unanswered, and her older sister tragically dies, Lacey questions how God could allow such tragedies to befall her family. Turning her back on her past and God, she focuses on her future. College and theater are her ultimate goals; falling for the one type of guy she swore to avoid--a Christian--is not. No matter how much she wants to resist, Jay is irresistible.

As their relationship deepens, Jay struggles with Lacey's unresolved anger and her unwillingness to even discuss faith. All he wants to do is reveal how God changed his life, but doing so would mean revealing his status as an ex convict. Finally, as she begins to rekindle her faith, past secrets collide, threatening to destroy everything they've built. Now, Jay must rely on his faith more than he ever has before. Can they learn to forgive--or is their relationship fractured beyond repair?

About the Author

Sara Beth Williams is a wife, mother of two daughters, and temporary caretaker of a lovable old lady pit and a spunky Pomeranian. She lives in Northern California. When she's not held hostage by the keyboard, she enjoys music,teaching, reading and spending time with her family.

Books available on Amazon:

When Hearts Collide: A Second Chance novel #1

A Worthy Heart: A Second Chance novel #2

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Facebook: facebook.com/SaraBethWilliamsAuthor
Twitter: twitter.com/WilliamsSaraB
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Goodreads: goodreads.com/author/show/18403465.Sara_Beth_Williams
Website: authorswilliams.wordpress.com/

ASIN : B07H4S9J6L
Publisher : Anaiah Press, LLC (September 10, 2018)
Publication date : September 10, 2018
Language : English
File size : 5255 KB
Text-to-Speech : Enabled
Screen Reader : Supported
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
X-Ray : Not Enabled
Word Wise : Enabled
Print length : 331 pages
Page numbers source ISBN : 1947327348
Lending : Enabled

Best Sellers Rank: #885,699 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #12,571 in Religious Romance (Kindle Store)
- #13,680 in Family Life Fiction (Kindle Store)
- #16,407 in Christian Romance (Kindle Store)

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Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2020

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I like to bask in the forgiveness I've received and I even like to believe I easily forgive others, but would I be able to forgive an egregious trespass? This is the dilemma posed in When Hearts Collide. The characters struggle with this question. Their very imperfection in giving and receiving forgiveness makes them realistic and gives the reader an opportunity to reflect on choices made and how those choices might hinder personal growth. Great story!

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Joni Truex

Good story

Reviewed in the United States on September 9, 2020

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Good storyline full of hope and inspiration. Truly illustrates what some individuals' lives are like. Topics include prison, forgiveness, hope, loneliness, despair, faith and friendships. This book was provided through Celebrate Lit and the author for my review. The opinions expressed are my own.

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Good read!

Reviewed in the United States on July 26, 2020

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I thoroughly enjoyed this book! The characters are real with raw emotions from events in the past making their lives difficult in the present. This is well-written.

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Katy

Sweet and uplifting

Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2018

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This was an engaging romance! I loved seeing Lacey’s transformation and the story made me really think about my capacity for forgiveness. Great read for Christian romance fans!

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Cathy Bowyer

When Hearts Collide

Reviewed in the United States on June 10, 2020

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A very moving story. My heart went out to Jay. The story told felt like you was living there with the families and going through it with them.

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Angel Downer

Quick read!

Reviewed in the United States on September 25, 2018

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Couldn't put it down from start to finish! This book catches your attention and keeps you aching to know what happens next. Beautifully developed characters will have you rooting for them to the very end. Loved this book!

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Catherine Sparks

Amazing Novel!

Reviewed in the United States on April 1, 2019

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This is an amazing novel. I had a very difficult time putting it down. It is a great blend of clean romance and religious ideals. If you haven’t read it yet, you should.

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Deana

Forgiveness and Second Chances

Reviewed in the United States on September 14, 2020

This story is at the very root of second chances and forgiveness. We all have made mistakes that we think God will never forgive us for. Jay as a teen does something that will cause his life to unravel with harsh consequences. I liked how the author showed how drinking and driving can cause a chain reaction of grief, bad decisions and the death of an innocent person. Being only sixteen, Jay finds himself behind bars where his freedom is taken away.
Lacey is devastated by the loss of her sister and still struggles every day with anger and pain from that fateful day. Not only is Lacey trying to move on from losing her sister, but also the divorce of her parents. It was hard for Lacey to grasp the idea that her mother could forgive the person who accidentally killed her sister. I think what was even harder for Lacey was the fact that her mother couldn’t forgive her dad for something he did that hurt so much that divorce was the outcome. It brings up a good point of showing how we choose to forgive one person but not another one. God doesn’t say one sin is worse than the other. Sin is sin and not measured by anything. I have been guilty of not forgiving someone . I allowed my pride to interfere and refuse to let go of my bitterness.
The story is very well written and I really liked the journey Jay took as he allowed God to change him from the inside out. It is a very emotional look at second chances and how one person was able to completely change their life through the love of Jesus. I liked how the author had Lacey and Jay become friends. Jay knows that Lacey is angry at God but he doesn’t know why. He does ask Lacey to go to church with him, but she refuses.
The author uses two hurting people and walks them through trials as they both struggle with lingering questions of why. Don’t we sometimes question why God let’s bad things happen? Why didn’t he heal our loved one or why do we struggle so much in our lives? Theses questions are all valid and the author uses examples to help explain sone of the answers to these questions.
I loved everything about this book and how the author takes several characters through a journey to forgiveness and making amends with family and friends. One of the most powerful things in this story is a confession that is made by someone. Even though it will hurt others, I feel that the person was set free from guilt. Never doubt that your testimony is not important. The trials we go through help us become stronger and by sharing what God did in your life can help someone struggling with the same issues. God loves us and wants us to walk in peace and freedom.
I received a copy of this book from Celebrate Lit. The review is my own opinion.

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