I honestly don't remember the last book report I wrote. I suspect it was back in grade school and it more than likely was about a story involving a girl and her horse. So, needless to say, when I was thinking about what to feature in this week's blog, I jumped at an opportunity to do a book review. It just so happens that two Maine authors accommodated me by releasing their book just in time!A Handyman for the Heart is written by Beth Bulmer-Sirois and Thomas-john Veilleux who are related through marriage and they both live in Mount Vernon, Maine. It was promoted in a press release I received simply as a romance novel. I called Tate Publishing and had a review copy in time for Spring break. I thought I'd need the entire break to have time to read the book but it only took me a few hours to read. It turns out it is a romance novel with a strong Christian theme.
The Christian theme didn't bother me at all and I think it was the very reason the main character, Stephanie, was so likable. Stephanie was level-headed and sensible and I couldn't help thinking how rich her family was for having such a wholesome life. The authors did a great job capturing the essence of life in a small Maine town. They also did a great job in presenting strong Christian values without pushing salvation down the reader's throat.
A Handyman for the Heart is an easy-to-read, entertaining and calming romance novel that will leave you feeling content and hopeful.
by Susan Patten
1 comment:
I very much enjoyed this book. It is an easy read and probably something I would share with my 13 year old daughter, if I had a 13 year old daughter. There are no lovemaking scenes in this book and the authors did not use any profanity. It's just a decent book that leaves you feeling humble and thinking about your faith in God.
- Sheryl
Concord, NH
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