by Mindy Obenhaus
There are lots of celebrations on tap for the Obi family this month. One grandson has a birthday, as well as our youngest daughter. Later this month, we'll be welcoming a new grandbaby AND I'll have a new book baby to boot.
Book three in my Hope Crossing series, Loving the Rancher's Children, releases May 23rd. If you've read one or both of the other two books in the series, you'll not only have an opportunity to catch up with some familiar characters from the first two books, but you'll also get to know Jake Walker and Alli Krenek who've been mentioned in the previous books. No worries if you haven't ready either of the other books, though. Any of them can be read as a stand-alone.
Growing up on adjoining ranches, Jake and Alli were the best of friends, always trying to outdo each other. But just when it seemed their friendship was blossoming into something more, Jake broke Alli's heart. And they've barely spoken since. Something that was easy to do when Alli lived in Austin. But now she's back in Hope Crossing and Jake is a widowed father of two in need of a nanny. A position Alli would jump on if Jake weren't the children's father. But between her soft spot for kids and God's nudging, Alli soon changes her mind.
Have you ever encountered someone you once knew and tried to fit them into the mold of who they were only to find out they'd changed? I don't know about you, but I'm not the same person I was at eighteen. I've had a lot of life experiences between then and now and they've shaped who I am today.
As a writer, I loved watching Jake and Alli discover who the other person had become. To see their preconceived notions flipped upside down. And I hope you will, too. You can preorder your copy at any of these fine retailers: Amazon, ChristianBook.com, Barnes and Noble, Walmart, Target
But today we're celebrating, so I'm giving away a signed copy of Loving the Rancher's Children, along with a $20 Amazon gift card (U.S. mailing addresses only, please). Simply leave a comment to be entered, however, if you comment as Anonymous, please include a name so everyone will know which Anonymous actually won. Then be sure to check the Weekend Edition Saturday to find out if you're a winner.
Best-selling author Mindy Obenhaus is passionate about touching readers with Biblical truths in an entertaining, and sometimes adventurous, manner. She lives on a ranch in Texas with her husband, two sassy pups, countless cattle, deer and the occasional coyote, mountain lion or snake. When she's not writing, she enjoys spending time with her grandchildren, cooking and watching copious amounts of the Hallmark Channel. Learn more at www.MindyObenhaus.com
Hi Mindy, nice to hear from you. Another grandchild! Your cup does run over.
ReplyDeleteI don't go to class reunions. I have no broken heart to avenge or scores to settle. It was what it was. But I'm always interested when I run into people from my school days. Even the "worst" of them has been knocked around a little by life. And they're better people, as am I.
I think recognizing how people have changed is the heart of all reunion romances and an important part of what we do, which heads back to Galatians 2:20 etc., which is why we write inspirational.
Having lunch with my daughter today. Hope the rain stops.
Kathy Bailey
Your Kaybee
Pondering change in New Hampshire
Kathy, grace is an amazing thing. Where would we be without it?
DeleteHi Mindy, I am looking forward to reading Loving the Rancher's Children...love the cover! And please count me in for the Amazon card! Blessings~~~
ReplyDeleteHi, Jackie! Thanks for stopping by.
DeleteCongratulations on the celebrations, Mindy, both grandbabies and book baby! It sounds like such a good story! Can't wait to read it!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Terri Lynn. :-)
DeleteCongratulations! Sounds like a great book!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Abby. I hope you get an opportunity to read it.
DeleteCongratulations on your new book! I can't wait to read!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Angeline!
DeleteYour May release sounds wonderful, Mindy! My last high school reunion came to mind when I read your question about people changing. So fun to see folks after all the years. Many were difficult to recognize, others not so much. Yes, many had changed. The class flirt was happily married and a very nice guy! :)
ReplyDeleteOh, I love that about the class flirt, Debby. She finally found Mr. Right. ;-)
DeleteSounds good!
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ReplyDeleteThanks, Mrs Brent. :-)
DeleteHi Mindy, congratulations on this newest book. I've been to several of my high school reunions over the years and I've seen many changes in my classmates. Physical changes, of course, but also changes in personality and attitudes. Please enter my name in your drawing. Blessings!!
ReplyDeleteConnie, high school reunions can be very eye-opening. Just like our characters, our life experiences shape us. I'm so thankful for God's redeeming grace.
DeleteYAY BOOK BABY!!!
ReplyDeleteRight back atcha, Mary!
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