The Memory House

by Rachel Hauck

An inspirational story of two women whose lives have been destroyed by disaster but find healing in a special house.

When Beck Holiday lost her father in the North Tower on 9/11, she also lost her memories of him. Eighteen years later, she's a tough New York City cop burdened with a damaging secret, suspended for misconduct, and struggling to get her life in order. Meanwhile a mysterious letter arrives informing her she's inherited a house along Florida's northern coast, and what she discovers there will change her life forever. Matters of the heart only become more complicated when she runs into handsome Bruno Endicott, a driven sports agent who fondly recalls the connection they shared as teenagers. But Beck doesn't remember that either.

Decades earlier, widow Everleigh Applegate lives a steady, uneventful life with her widowed mother after a tornado ripped through Waco, Texas, and destroyed her new, young married life. When she runs into old high school friend Don Callahan, she begins to yearn for change. Yet no matter how much she longs to love again, she is hindered by a secret she can never share.

The New York Times bestselling author brings us this sweet romance in which the power of love and the miracle of faith promise hope and healing in the beautiful Victorian known affectionately as The Memory House.

Split-time (contemporary and historical) standalone Book length: approximately 100,000 wordsIncludes discussion questions for book clubs

• ISBN10: 0310350972
• ISBN13: 9780310350972
• Publish Date: 2 April 2019
• Publish Status: Active
• Publish Country: US
• Imprint: Thomas Nelson
• Format: eBook
• Pages: 384
• Language: English

Reviews

[Molly J(Cover To Cover Cafe)]

When I pick up a Rachel Hauck novel, I don’t have to wonder if I’ll like it, or if it will be one that I will put down and walk away from. Because, when I read a novel by this phenomenally fantastic author, I will love it and I will most certainly not walk away from the novel. In fact, I always read a Hauck novel in less than 48 hours.

The Memory House is a moving and captivating story. It’s chiseled magnificently and really makes the reader feel as if they are the heart of the story. It’s told in trademark Hauck style of dual timelines, but is still absolutely gripping. Each page turn tells more of Beck and Everleigh’s stories, and each turn of the page, opens the readers eyes just a little more.

Having been through hard times in life, I sometimes find myself questioning God, and wondering if anything good will come of my situations. Then, with a little faith and hope, He shows me that nothing is for naught, and everything will be just fine, even if it feels like the end. Beck and Everleigh, both dealt heartache and pain in their lives, blossomed for me and I saw a little bit of myself in each of them.

This story is filled with love, hope, faith, and heartache. This story is filled with beautiful souls, and a plot line that will leave you wanting more from this fantabulous author. From start to finish, you’ll fall more and more in love with these tender characters. You’ll feel the messages surround you, and you’ll hear God whispering throughout.

Don’t waste another minute without grabbing this book. If you’ve never read a Hauck novel before you’ll be a fan for life. If you’re a current fan, you’ll find yourself lost in another amazing novel by Hauck. Definitely worthy of 4 stars, two thumbs and hats off. I can’t wait to share this novel with my friends and family.

*I received a complimentary copy of this book from Thomas Nelson and was under no obligation to post a review, positive or negative.*

[phyllish]

She couldn't remember. He couldn't forget.

My rating is 4.5 stars

Beck's story made me squirm a bit. She was a tough cop who was passionate about her job and yet she made some choices that were less than admirable. Though I don't fault the author for giving her such a past, for without it, the story of her redemption couldn't be told.

Beck's selective amnesia regarding anything related to her father meant missing out on memories from most of her first fourteen years of life, including her friendship with the charming Bruno. When they were reunited through her strange inheritance, he set out to help her remember. His obsession with ""antique"" cell phones was quite amusing.

I enjoyed the way the stories of the two ladies from different decades intertwined and impacted one another. The similarities of their fear of allowing love into their lives were touching. I especially loved the way the men in their lives fell in love with the women so quickly and completely and therefore were determined to break down their defenses!

The Memory House is a lovely story of grief, guilt, forgiveness, and second chances. There are some adult themes which I would not recommend for a younger audience, however, the story is certainly a clean one.


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I was given a copy of this book. I was not required to give a favorable review nor was any money received for this review. All comments and opinions are my own.