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    The House that Love Built

    Written by Beth Wiseman

    Narrated by Renee Ertl

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    Brooke has only loved one man, her late husband. Owen's rebuilding after a painful divorce. Can a mysterious house bring them together for a second chance at love? In the charming town of Smithville, Texas, Brooke Holloway is raising two young children on her own, supporting them by running the family hardware store. The last thing on her mind is falling in love. But she's intrigued when a stranger moves to town and buys the old Hadley mansion. She's always heard that house holds a secret - maybe even a treasure - and she can't wait to see inside. When she meets the new owner and they spend time together, she can't deny the attraction. Could God be giving her another chance at happiness? Or is she betraying her late husband's memory by even thinking that way? Owen Saunders bought the Hadley place to spite his cheating ex-wife. She'd always wanted to restore an old house in Smithville. Now he's going to do it without her. But if anything needs restoration, it is Owen's heart. Then he meets Brooke and her kids and finds himself tempted by love. Can he bring himself to trust a woman again? Throw an eccentric uncle into the mix, along with the town's teenage troublemaker, and even a finicky cat - and one thing becomes clear: God is bringing them all together for a reason.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherOasis Audio
    Release dateApr 2, 2013
    ISBN9781621882220
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    The House that Love Built
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    Beth Wiseman

    Bestselling and award-winning author Beth Wiseman has sold over two million books. She is the recipient of the coveted Holt Medallion, is a two-time Carol Award winner, and has won the Inspirational Reader's Choice Award three times. Her books have been on various bestseller lists, including CBA, ECPA, Christianbook, and Publishers Weekly. Beth and her husband are empty nesters enjoying country life in south-central Texas. Visit her online at BethWiseman.com; Facebook: @AuthorBethWiseman; Twitter: @BethWiseman; Instagram: @bethwisemanauthor

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    • 5/5
      Brooke Holloway lives in the cozy little town of Smithville, Texas. She lost her husband to a drunk driver two years ago but she's happy running the family hardware store, raising her two kids and looking after her mother. Owen Saunders only bought the old Hadley mansion to spite his cheating ex-wife because she always wanted to fix-up an old mansion in Smithville. He's bitter and vows never to love or trust another woman. Then he meets Brooke at the hardware store and they both find themselves intrigued with each other. Brooke tells Owen about the mystery surrounding the mansion. As they spend time together, trying to figure out the mystery, fixing up the house and getting to know each other, Brooke feels like she might be betraying her husband and Owen doesn't want to walk down 'lovers lane' again. As if things weren't complicated enough, they're also dealing with a troubled teen, a scaredy black cat, a traveling uncle, Brooke's mom and even Owens ex. But the old mansion that was known by it's first owner as 'the house that love built', just might live up to it's name. Can God use fixing up an old mansion to fix the hearts of those involved in the project?What a thoroughly enjoyable story. It was loaded with charm yet covered some pretty tough subjects with it's root in forgiveness. Lets face it, we all can struggle with that so it was interesting to watch how each one dealt with their situation. I appreciate how the author so deftly brings to light how God can use us even when we're struggling. That was encouraging. Most of us are familiar with the verse 'love covers a multitude of sins' but you really see that verse brought to light in this story in a beautiful way. Love is a powerful thing! Though this is not a fast-paced story, it's one that certainly keeps you involved all the way through. The whole mystery surrounding the mansion was like hunting for lost treasure and I think it added a great element to the story. The relationship between all of the characters and their emotions felt true to life and spot on! You'll find yourself rooting for each one as you're reading along. These are folks that will linger with you long after you turn the last page. And I must say, I not only loved the ending but there was a twist I did not expect that just beautifully brought everything together. I loved the cover, loved the story and loved the message! Great job, Beth Wiseman! I would love to see more of these type stories from this author. *This complimentary copy was provided by Thomas Nelson through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review*Paperback: 352 pagesPublisher: Thomas Nelson (April 2, 2013)ISBN-10: 1595548890ISBN-13: 978-1595548894
    • 5/5
      Humor, and a captivating story down the the very end!
    • 5/5
      All I can say about this book is, WOW! If you don’t give it a read...you’ve really missed it!
    • 4/5
      Great story about love, God and second chances.
    • 5/5
      A good friend of mine encouraged me to read this story and told me how good it was (thank you good friend!). I don't give out many 5 star reviews, but this one hit all the marks for me. It was full of wonderful characters I came to know and appreciate, from the slow romantic feeling in Brooke and Owen's life, to the heartache and sorrow and new found love in Patsy's life, to the troubled youth, Hunter, who just needed someone to care about him as a person and see the good in him. I was overwhelmed at all the different story lines and how the author brought them all together under one roof in "the House that Love Built".Brooke is a widow trying to deal with the grief of her husband being gone, raise two kids, run a hardware store and keep up with her divorced Mom, Patsy, who seems to have found someone special in her life. Brooke meets Owen, who has bought a house in town to fix up and live in to "spite" his wife who left him for his business partner. Both Brooke and Owen have a lot of "baggage" they bring to this "friendship" and it was refreshing watching them deal with pain and loss and grow their strictly friendship into something much more.Then there is the way Owen takes in and helps out the town trouble maker, Hunter, and the sad life he has. Add to that the traveling Uncle who shows up in the midst of the house makeover, the ex-wife who shows up with a surprise and the searching of a secret room in the old house and you will find that this story is filled to the brim with interest, love, and laughter.The biggest lesson learned throughout this book was the ability to forgive and let go of past hurts and mistakes. There were so many people who needed forgiveness granted and given and you see just how devastating it is when one harbors resentment and bitterness in their heart and doesn't choose to forgive. This isn't an easy thing to do and you need the help of the Lord in your life to get you through. This is also a story of love and family, a mixed blend of people who will become a loving family. I must say I was surprised by a few twists and turns in this story and I won't give anything away, but will say the author did a fantastic job and I highly recommend this story to anyone. It is my first book by this author, but it definitely will not be my last. So go ahead and curl up on the couch and get ready to find lots of love in the house that love built.Paperback: 352 pagesPublisher: Thomas Nelson (April 2, 2013)ISBN-10: 1595548890ISBN-13: 978-1595548894
    • 5/5
      Sometimes life throws people a curve ball. Something so unexpected and traumatizing that life seems unbearable. It is these life changing events that either make or break a person. A moment that allows a person's true character to shine or dim with the oncoming hardship. This book is about one such group of people that are overcoming personal hardships of death, divorce, and dying. The main character is a young widow named Brooke who lost her husband in a tragic accident two years prior. Not wanting to move forward with her life Brooke repeats the same half life routine each day that is slowly killing her spirit. Soon the reader is introduced to a newly divorcee named Owen, who moves into an old mansion style home. Not looking for friendship of any kind, both tragic characters slowly emerge into a truce like acquaintanceship that eventually turns into a warm romance. Other characters are introduced that show how people of all walks of life suffer their own tragedies everyday, but with family and friends anything is possible. Love is the most powerful weapon a broken person needs to fight off the depression that is hidden in the dark. Sometimes one simple act of kindness is all a person needs to move forward in his or her life.This book was a very warm hearted read that really demonstrated how tragedy often takes people by surprise. When this happens we can either stick our faces in the sand like an ostrich or be reborn like the phoenix. I really enjoyed how the author showed how there are many different definitions of family and a person does not have to be blood in order to be a family member. I thought all of the characters were thought out and the plots seemed realistic. Today with the onset of high divorce rates and young people passing too early, it is not uncommon to see mixed families. I highly recommend this book if you are looking for a more wholesome read and need a break from the typical romance book. It is very light and there are no sexual situations. I plan on giving this book to my grandmother who I am positive will enjoy it just as much as I did. I am confident that this book would make an excellent gift for an older relative like a mother or a grandmother. Thank you author and goodreads for sending me this book in a giveaway. I appreciate the opportunity and it was a nice change from my usual reads!
    • 5/5
      Once you have finished this book the title becomes totally clear to you.Brooke Holloway, has lost the love of her life, her husband. She is raising two children, who are her salvation. She did state, that if it weren't for them, she would have thrown in the towel.When Owen Saunders, purchases the old Hadley mansion. His path crosses with Brook, as she owns the local hardware store, and he has a lot of work to do in restoring his new house. Owen is fighting his demons, he has lost his wife, Virginia, but to another man not death. He needs to forgive his ex, but can't find his way to do so.Brooke, is also struggling with forgiveness, her father left her family when she was a young child. He now wants back in her life, and Brook is determined not let him.There are a few other character in this story that will warm your heart, and some you will despise for the way they have treated a child. Throughout all, we find God seems to be in control of their lives, and all they have to do is listen.Some parts made me want to cry, they were so sweet. This is not a book to be missed, and the important word is "Family". I loved it, and wish I could continue on in their lives. There are really some interesting and very surprising things that happen here. Don't miss this!I received this book through Litfuse Publicity Group, and was not required to give a positive review.
    • 5/5
      What a way this book starts and how it ends is amazing. You get to see how a god works in a way though a completely different way. Brooke is trying to get over her grief of her husband. She caring for her two children. Though she also has her struggles. Owen is new in town. He buys a house that big for him out spite of his ex-wife. Owen starts doing repair in this house. There something adventures. There a big surprise that you will not expect to happen.You learn about forgiving and you learn about how to handle grief