Review: Faith in the Hero - Heroes of Freedom Ridge #13

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It's been fun to see characters from the Heroes of Freedom Ridge series reappear in later books, especially when written by the same author. Faith in the Hero almost acts as a sequel to Friends with the Hero, although it's not necessary to read one before the other. However, if you do get to read both, it's an even more charming experience!

Book Synopsis

A man with six small children and a wife who walked out.

A woman who lost everything and has no place left to go.

With the ink barely dry on his divorce papers, Chris Tooley isn’t sure what God has in store for him, but he knows he needs help with his kids. So, on the recommendation of a friend, he hires a nanny.

Gretchen Mavis invested everything in her day care business and lost it all when the building burned down and the landlord had no insurance. She’s willing to take any job she can get. Even one out in the middle of nowhere that includes six energetic kids, two even more energetic dogs and a herd of milk goats – wait. Maybe she’s not that desperate. She’s about to walk out of the interview, but there’s something in this man’s eyes that tells her he’s just looking for someone to believe in him.

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Book Thoughts

What a nice surprise to encounter Chris Tooley again after first meeting him in Friends with the Hero. He definitely made an impression earlier in the series, and it's delightful to see him get his own story. Equally delightful is Gretchen Mavis, who is facing her own crossroads in life and is open to what is next. Together, these characters demonstrate what it looks like to seek God first in all decisions. I love how they pray for one another and invite the children to do so as well. Alongside that, the encouragement to seek God's will over giving advice or recommendations is a refreshing reminder.

While other books in the Heroes of Freedom Ridge may contain an added element of suspense or intrigue, it was simply lovely to be able to focus on the relationship in this book and the deeper matters discussed. The scenes at home are comforting, and the quieter moments allow readers to picture themselves on the farm, listening to a story or cuddling around a fire. Faith in the Hero is an idyllic read amidst the adventures of six little ones and inspires growth as Chris and Gretchen’s characters develop throughout the story.

Book Summary

Format of book: 📱
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Recommendation: 👍

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