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Book Review: Not Until You by Valerie M. Bodden

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Y’all, I love to read but when I get my hands on that book–you know the one that pulls you in from the very first page and won’t let go–I really, really love to read.

Last week I saw fellow InspyRomance author, Valerie M. Bodden’s book Not Until You. I noted that it was a Hope Springs novel and since I read her Christmas one, I added this to my Kindle.

Now first off, I’m totally reading out of order. Usually it gets under my skin, but Valerie’s books can be read on their own and I don’t feel like I’m missing anything.

Anyway, I picked this up and decided to read it around eight o’clock at night. BIG mistake because I couldn’t stop reading it! I kept changing positions to ensure I wouldn’t fall asleep and I could keep reading this gripping tale.

Y’all, if you haven’t added this to your TBR pile, please do! First off, the characters are so very real and dealing with heartaches that some of us can only imagine. I absolutely loved the authenticity of the read and the people. Second, grab a box of tissues because they’ll be needed. Third, block off time so you won’t get mad if you’re interrupted or nearing bedtime and end up staying up all hours to finish. Fourth, enjoy her writing because she has such a poignancy to her tales, you’ll just want to savor the read.

And if you won’t take my word (which is just fine), then read the blurb for further convincing. ;)

About the Book

She clings to the past like a treasured antique. He’d rather toss it in the trash. But if they can learn to trust in the God of second chances, they might just discover a future together.

The past is all she has… After her husband’s death three years ago, Violet has struggled to keep their antique store afloat and her grief at bay. She’s not succeeding at either very well. Her best friend tells her it’s time to move on. But she knows that loving another man would be a betrayal of her husband and the life they had together. Even if her strong, silent new neighbor makes her heart do funny things.

The past haunts him… Nate’s star was rising in the world of Christian music. But all that was erased with a single, life-shattering mistake. One he doesn’t deserve to be forgiven for—ever. One that means he doesn’t deserve a future—and definitely not with the beautiful new neighbor who makes him feel things he shouldn’t be allowed to feel. Because if she knew about his past, she’d never be able to forgive him, either.

Can they have a future? As the two work together to save her store, neither can deny the feelings that are starting to develop. But when Nate’s secret is exposed, they have to decide if they should walk away—or trust that the God of second chances may just have a plan for their future.

Filled with faith, hope, and second chances, NOT UNTIL YOU will touch your heart and leave you breathless with the power of true love.

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Giveaway time!

I’m offering one random winner a chance to read an eBook of your choice from Valerie M Bodden’s backlist. To enter, leave a comment telling me your current read by February 12th, 11:59pm EST, and I’ll pick a winner February 13th.

Toni Shiloh (60 Posts)

Toni Shiloh is a wife, mom, and Christian fiction writer. Once she understood the powerful saving grace thanks to the love of Christ, she was moved to honor her Savior. She writes to bring Him glory and to learn more about His goodness. She spends her days hanging out with her husband and their two boys. She is a member of the American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW). Find out more on her website at http://tonishiloh.com.


Comments

  2. This better book sounds so good! I’m adding it to my list of books I want to read. Thanks!

  5. I’m currently reading The Rancher’s Texas Match by Brenda Minton. It’s been a while since I’ve read any of her books and I’m enjoying it.

    I haven’t read any of Valerie Bodden’s books yet but I’m looking forward to trying one.

  11. Thank you for the lovely review, Toni! I’m so touched by your kind words and so happy to hear you loved Not Until You. ❤️ I’m actually reading your book A Sidelined Christmas right now and loving it!

  12. I really loved the first Hope Springs story and have this one in my TBR. Currently, I’m reading Angela Ruth Strong’s “Finding Love in Park City, Utah”.

  13. This sounds sooo good!! I’m reading an ARC now, but I just finished Second Chance on the Corner of Main Street. It was really good, too! I love stories that take place in small towns!

  14. Thanks for sharing, always like learning of books by different authors. I’m currently reading Just Let Go by Courtney Walsh. So good!

  15. Thanks for the review, Toni! Valerie is a new-to-me author, but you’ve convinced me to put this book on my wish list! I’m reading and loving The Brightest of Dreams by Susan Anne Mason.

  16. I’m currently in between books because I stopped reading one but the next one I am planning to read is Missy Franklin’s autobiography. I tend to alternate fiction and non-fiction and the last book I read was The Secret of Pembrooke Park which was great.

  17. I’m currently reading The Fifth Avenue Story Society by Rachel Hauck, and Fateful Fall by Erin Unger!

    Thanks for the recommendation, Toni! I haven’t read any of Valerie’s books yet, but I’m really looking forward to starting one! 😊❤️

  27. I’ve never read one of her books but I’ve recently read A mountain worth moving by Amanda mason and it is amazing from the very beginning I couldn’t put it down. Very inspiring and a great story in all

  28. I am reading a stack of books..but at this second, I am reading “The Spice King” by Elizabeth Camden

  29. Just starting No One Ever Asked by Katie Ganshert. I have never read a book by Valerie M Bodden but it sounds like I should.

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