I love a good romance and in her latest novel Jill Weatherholt delivers. The romantic partners in question are Joy (appropriately named) and Nick who were once high school sweethearts.
The author sets her story fourteen years later, though this time, in a professional setting. Joy and Nick are both vying for the position as principal of a mountain community school. Joy has had her heart and future set on that position, hoping “to fulfill her dream of following in her father’s footsteps,” while becoming principal is why Nick came back to this town in the first place.
After suddenly leaving Joy cold, Nick returns to town as a widower with his twin boys and a ton of guilt on his shoulders. It was truly refreshing to read of a male character who is in touch with his emotions and questions his parental role as much as his professional one.
As for Joy, I found that the author captured well what it is like to come home to the emptiness of a house, to cook just for one, to long for the security of a family and to acknowledge that “… there was no such thing as a happy ending.”
The author skillfully reveals what happened during that fourteen year separation as she goes back and forth from past secrets to present scars: “both carried shameful secrets from their past that they were unable to escape.”
What makes A Mother for His Twins stand out is the depth of the characters dealing with contemporary issues. Think of the Me Too Mouvement, sibling jealousy and past wounds that have been shoved under the carpet.
The author has a knack of keeping the reader hooked. This is an engaging and enjoyable novel and I loved the unexpected ending.
A love story to warm the heart.
Carol Balawyder 
Sounds wonderful Carol 🙂
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So the description looks like it has possibilities, but that title turned me right off.
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I guess the old saying applies, “Don’t judge a book by its cover.” 🙂 I appreciate your honesty.
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Nevertheless, people do, all the time, especially in this business … and I appreciate your courage in responding to such a blunt appraisal. 🙂
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That’s true…it can be a harsh business, but I do feel people are entitled to voice their opinion whether it’s good or bad. Having tough skin helps. 🙂
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Thank you so much for this lovely review, Carol. I’m so happy you enjoyed reading Joy and Nick’s story. I appreciate you taking the time to read and review. ❤
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Most welcome, Jill! I will also post it on Amazon.ca. All the best! ❤
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What an engaging review for Jill’s book Carol. You know I enjoy your recommends so I’m adding to my TBR ❤
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Oh, I think it’s the kind of book you’ll enjoy reading by the pool in Mexico! ❤
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Thanks Carol ❤
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I loved it, too. A feel good read.
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Thank you, Luanne. I’m happy you enjoyed it. ❤
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Waiting for the next one!
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A great review. Sounds like a book full of emotion and the twins on the cover are adorable.
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I agree, Darlene! I think the art department did a lovely job with the cover. I miss those little fellas. 🙂
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A beautiful review of Jill’s new book. It really sounds like a romance with the reality of life
being vivid too. I have just been on Amazon and put it in my basket.
Jill, I do like the title as this often becomes a reality in our world.
Miriam
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It is really a romance with the reality of life. Thank you for your comments and for stopping by. ❤
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I agree Miriam, Carol did write a lovely review. I’m glad you liked the title. With traditional publishing, we don’t always have control over our title, so we must trust our editors and their marketing skills. I hope you enjoy it! ❤
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it sounds great
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Carol, a beautiful and tender review of Jill’s book which I’m looking forward to reading soon! You capture its heart and soul here! xx
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Thanks, Annika…You are so generously kind. ❤
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I was touched by Carol’s beautiful review, Annika. ❤
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What a lovely book review!
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Thanks you, Marie. ❤
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This was such a good book, Carol and Jill. Heartwarming and fun.
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Great to see this review for Jill’s book! She’s so talented xx
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Carol, thank you for this review. It is not the type of book I’d normally read, but it is always a pleasure to read a review so calmly and skillfully written. Thank you.
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