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My Stubborn Heart
Released May, 2012
Kate Donovan is burned out on work, worn down by her dating relationships, and in need of an adventure. When her grandmother asks her to accompany her to Redbud, Pennsylvania, to restore the grand old house she grew up in, Kate jumps at the chance.
Upon her arrival in Redbud, Kate meets Matt Jarreau, the man hired to renovate the house. Kate can't help being attracted to him, drawn by both his good looks and something else she can't quite put her finger on. He's clearly wounded--hiding from people, from God, and from his past. Yet Kate sets her stubborn heart on bringing him out of the dark and back into the light... whether he likes it or not.
When the stilted, uncomfortable interactions between Kate and Matt slowly shift into something more, is God finally answering the longing of her heart? Or will Kate be required to give up more than she ever dreamed?
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what people are saying about My Stubborn Heart
*Named a finalist in the inspirational category for a 2013 RITA Award, given by Romance Writers of America for excellence in romantic fiction.
*Made the shortlist in the romance category for the 2013 INSPY Award, the bloggers’ award for excellence if faith-driven literature.
Selected as a favorite novel of 2012 by:
Rachel McRae at LifeWay’s A Novel Bookshelf
Rel Mollet at RelzReviewz
Casey at Writing For Christ
Brenda at brendaandersonbooks.com
Dawn at A Passion For Pages
Becky at Christian Chick’s Thoughts
Lydia at The Overweight Bookshelf
Rissi at Dreaming Under The Same Moon
Christy at Southern Sassy Things
Kara KaraIsaac.blogspot
“I have to admit this story had me hook, line, and sinker. I couldn’t stop reading. I knew it was bad when I caught myself ordering quickly at a restaurant so I could sneak in a few pages before the food arrived–on date night with my husband.”
-Misha Enriquez, thechristianmanifesto.com
“Wade creates a charming setting amidst a lively bunch of seniors, making My Stubborn Heart more than just a romance. In scenes of laugh-out-loud humor, home renovation reflects a renovation of hearts. Readers will enjoy getting to know each of the other characters as they root for Kate and Matt to overcome obstacles on their way to love.” -Booklist
“A cracking good debut novel which is a contemporary romance. I gobbled this up as fast as I could and then wished I hadn’t read it so fast. A story of faith, waiting, intergenerational relationships, restoration, hope, fear, and redemption. I hope this will become a word-of-mouth hit, and will certainly be telling my friends about it. An author to watch.” -Christian Marketplace
“A beautiful story that proves sometimes falling in love is a matter of faith. Becky Wade creates characters readers will love.” -Lisa Wingate, national bestselling author of Blue Moon Bay and Dandelion Summer
“I love finding new authors and Becky Wade is definitely one to watch. Her debut novel offers romance, laughter, and poignancy. The perfect combination for a night out with you and your book.” -Deeanne Gist, bestselling author of A Bride Most Begrudging and Love On The Line
Undeniably Yours
A Porter Family Novel, #1
Released May, 2013
When Meg Cole’s father dies unexpectedly, she becomes the majority shareholder of his oil company and the single inheritor of his fortune. Though Meg is soft-spoken and tenderhearted -- more interested in art than in oil -- she’s forced to return home to Texas and to Whispering Creek Ranch to take up the reins of her father’s empire.
The last thing she has the patience or the sanity to deal with? Her father’s thoroughbred racehorse farm. She gives its manager, Bo Porter, six months to close the place down.
Bo’s determined to resent the woman who’s decided to rob him of his dream. But instead of anger, Meg evokes within him a profound desire to protect. The more time he spends with her, the more he longs to overcome every obstacle that separates them -- her wealth, his unworthiness, her family’s outrage -- and earn the right to love her.
But just when Meg begins to realize that Bo might be the one thing on the ranch worth keeping, their fragile bond is viciously broken by a force from Meg’s past. Can their love, and their belief that God can work through every circumstance, survive?
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Recently named as a finalist for the 2013 RITA Award, given for excellence in romantic fiction!
