Happy Release Day!!!
Paperback, 448
pages
Published May 7th 2019
by Tyndale House Publishers
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Jillian Thatcher has
spent most of her life playing the family peacemaker, caught in the middle
between her driven, talented older sister and her younger, spotlight-stealing
twin sisters. Then on the night of her engagement party, a cancer diagnosis
threatens to once again steal her chance to shine.
Now, Jillian's on the road to recovery after finally finishing chemo and radiation, but residual effects of the treatment keep her from reclaiming her life as she'd hoped. And just when her dreams might be falling into place, a life-altering revelation from her husband sends her reeling again.
Now, Jillian's on the road to recovery after finally finishing chemo and radiation, but residual effects of the treatment keep her from reclaiming her life as she'd hoped. And just when her dreams might be falling into place, a life-altering revelation from her husband sends her reeling again.
Will Jillian ever achieve her own dreams, or will she always be "just
Jillian," the less-than Thatcher sister? Can she count on her sisters as
she tries to step into a stronger place, or are they stuck in their childhood
roles forever?
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Beth K. Vogt
Beth K. Vogt is a nonfiction author and editor who said she'd never write fiction. She's the wife of an Air Force family physician (now in solo practice) who said she'd never marry a doctor—or anyone in the military. She's a mom of four who said she'd never have kids. Now Beth believes God's best often waits behind doors marked Never. Beth's first novel for Tyndale House Publishers, Things I Never Told You, released in May 2018. Moments We Forget, book two in the Thatcher Sisters series, releases May 2019.
Beth is a 2016 Christy Award winner, a 2016 ACFW Carol Award winner, and a 2015 RITA Award finalist. Her 2014 novel, Somebody Like You, was one of Publishers Weekly's Best Books of 2014. A November Bride was part of the Year of Weddings series by Zondervan. Having authored nine contemporary romance novels or novellas, Beth believes there's more to happily ever after than the fairy tales tell us.
An established magazine writer and former editor of the leadership magazine for MOPS International, Beth blogs for Novel Academy and The Write Conversation and also enjoys speaking to writers' groups and mentoring other writers. She lives in Colorado with her husband, Rob, who has adjusted to discussing the lives of imaginary people, and their youngest daughter, Christa, who loves to play volleyball and enjoys writing her own stories. Connect with Beth at bethvogt.com.
My Review
5 STARS!!!
‘A single thread of hope is still a very
powerful thing.’
Moments
We Forget is an incredibly moving story. I will admit it was hard for me to read.
I see parts of myself in all three of the Thatcher sisters. Each one has unique
protective measures in place and they’re explored with depth and clarity. My
emotions swirled and at times plummeted like a kite losing its wind.
Johanna, the
oldest sister, is a piece of work and I often found myself talking to her, even
scoffing at her. Out loud, of course, because that’s the way I roll. Then as
the story progressed and circumstances unfolded, my heart was deeply affected,
as it was toward Jillian and how she is surviving the aftermath of cancer and
chemo. And she is in survival mode. It’s raw and real.
It isn’t all
gravity and we get a glimpse into some tender moments that truly show the bond
between sisters no matter what is taking place. Personality differences aside,
in the end, your sister is still your sister.
You might be a
little like me and you’ll see a broken or strained relationship represented
here between yourself and your mom or daughter. I envisioned scenarios in my
life with the ones closest to me and ended up stopping several times to pray
and seek God’s wisdom.
I anticipate a
fabulous end to this series when the final book releases because Vogt’s writing
is amazing, intense and convicting. Moments
We Forget will touch many readers deep in their hearts; discoveries will be
made and hope found.
I received an
advanced reader copy from the publisher. No review was required. No
compensation received.
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What a great, thought-provoking review, Anne! I just saw this in my CBD catalog yesterday. I love when a book speaks to my heart and I find myself stopping to pray or meditate upon the Lord. I'm always a bit disappointed when a book doesn't have much of a spiritual thread. I don't mean I like preachy, but you get what I'm saying. lol
ReplyDeleteI'm not usually a fan of Womens fiction but this series is profoundly moving. Thanks for your encouraging words, my friend! And yes, I get what you mean. :-)
DeleteYou're welcome! I'm not usually a big fan either but sometimes you find yourself reading one for review purposes or it comes highly recommended, and it's hard to put down. It gets you right where you live and leaves a profound effect on your life!
Deletethis series is exactly as you described!
DeleteWhat a lovely review! Thank you for sharing... I saw this book pop up on GoodReads and wondered if it would be one to add to my list of books to read... Now I know the answer!
ReplyDeleteBlessings!
Hey Kelly-Anne, Moments We Forget is a great story. Have you read the first book in the series, Things I Never Told You? If not, you'll want to read that one first because they are definitely connected.
DeleteThanks for checking out my review and leaving a comment! Have a blessed day~