Cross My Heart (Legacy of Faith Novel, #2)

by Robin Lee Hatcher

"Hatcher writes with realism and compassion about how hope and healing can grow from our deepest wounds." --Beth K. Vogt, Christy Award-winning author

Can two broken paths lead toward God's redemption?

When Ashley Showalter and Ben Henning meet on Ashley's horse rescue farm, they quickly discover how much they have in common. Both were raised by single moms. Both want to help where they see a need. And both work with horses in the Boise valley. Ben needs Ashley's help and expertise after starting an equine therapy barn on his great-great-grandfather's farm--and the more time they spend together, both Ashley and Ben have the feeling that there could be something more between them.

They also carry the burden of past experiences that may drive them apart if the truth is ever revealed. Ben is a recovering alcoholic with five years of sobriety behind him, while Ashley's brother is an opioid addict residing in court-ordered rehab. Holding fast to the belief that addicts can never be cured, Ashley has promised herself she will never walk knowingly into the chaos created by addiction. Ben knows that with God, all things are possible--but will Ashley find it within herself to give love a chance? Or will her brother's mistakes and the pain of her past jeopardize her future with Ben?

Cross My Heart threads together a contemporary love story with the heartwarming tale of Ben's great-great-grandfather, Andrew Henning--reminding us that God's Word is timeless and that His promises are new every morning.

• ISBN13: 9781432864910
• Publish Date: 3 July 2019 (first published 25 June 2019)
• Publish Status: Active
• Publish Country: US
• Publisher: Cengage Learning, Inc
• Imprint: Cengage Gale
• Edition: Large type / large print edition
• Format: Hardcover (Library Binding)
• Language: English

Reviews

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A touching story

Cross My Heart is a touching story of faith and healing.

When Ben is given the ranch which has been in the family for many generations, he has a dream of using it to start an equine therapy program. This tenderhearted man had been helped through a similar program years earlier. I really loved his heart for the Lord and the sensitivity he had toward others.

Ashley was a mite prickly; which was understandable given the things she had endured. The walls she put up to protect herself actually drew me to her - I wanted her to be able to tear them down and find peace and healing from her pain!

There was a bit of family drama: Ben's mother trying to find a way to get money out of the ranch Ben had inherited and Ashley's brother in court-appointed rehab.

I especially enjoyed the snippets in the historical portion of the story, following Ben's ancestors through World War II. Andrew's faith and determination to keep trusting the Lord through all their uncertainties was so beautiful. Seeing him journal in his Bible and then later seeing Ben find the things he had written there was a great touch!

While I could tell at the beginning I was not reading the first book about this family, Cross My Heart was written in such a way that it easily stand alone. I am now, however, very curious about the things I missed in Andrew's life and have plans to find and read Who I Am With You.

Due to the dual timeframes of the story, readers of historical and contemporary fiction will both enjoy this sweet story.

Read my full review at Among the Reads


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.

[Page-Turners]

Robin Lee Hatcher does it again. This was such a great book. It keeps you on the edge of your seat with such relatable characters and a phenomenal story line, this is a page turner that you can’t put down. The quotes in this book are life changing. She leaves you wanting more page after page but totally satisfied at the end. I look forward to reading anything this author writes.