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Always the One
(Meet Me at the Altar #4)
By Tara Randel
By Tara Randel
Contemporary Romance
Paperback & ebook, 384 Pages
February 4th 2020 by Harlequin HeartwarmingFrom USA TODAY bestselling author Tara Randel
She’s the love of his life… but is he still hers?
FBI agent Derrick Matthews has finally found his childhood sweetheart and the love of his life—but she isn’t exactly happy about it! Years ago, Hannah Rawlings disappeared overnight when her family went on the run, and she blames Derrick. She tells him she’s moved on and he should, too, but Derrick fears Hannah’s still in danger. He vows to protect her—even if that means betraying her trust…again.
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My thoughts
Always the One by Tara Randel is a
heartwarming story of second chances and new beginnings. The series features
the Matthews family, four brothers all involved in some type of law enforcement
or investigation, as well as their mother. Randel has done a great job at loosely
connecting the stories in this series, while allowing each to stand alone. I’ve
loved getting to know the family and seeing them progress with each story.
Always
the One is Derrick and Hannah’s
story, a perfect blend of appealing characters, romance, and light suspense. A
gemstone gives Derrick all the motivation he needs to seek Hannah, now living
in Nevada and teaching school after 17 years of silence – and recently engaged
to an art gallery owner named Jonathan. The chemistry between Derrick and
Hannah feels real and I enjoyed their relational journey as past
misunderstandings are gradually revealed. I didn’t dislike Jonathan, but it was
obvious he wasn’t a good fit for Hannah, in spite of the love for art that they
shared. Jonathan needs to connect with someone who means more to him than the
gallery.
Derrick is an appealing
hero with a strong desire to protect Hannah. The story’s WITSEC theme (Witness
Protection Program) was moving and shed light on what its participants deal
with in exchange for protection from those who would do them harm – the suddenness
of the break from all they’ve known, the inability to form real friendships,
always having to look over one’s shoulder.
It was touching to see two
secondary characters also find happiness in their own marital relationships –
Hannah’s mom and Derrick’s mother. Questions about the man Derrick’s mom wanted
to marry have worked their way through the series and it was great to see them
marry in a church – a place for renewal to her way of thinking. Another of my
favorite themes was how Derrick interacted and connected with children in
Hannah’s class, especially Tommy.
“Sometimes we get a raw deal. It’s how we handle the
tough circumstances that makes all the difference.”
Difficulties of life are something that we can all
relate to, and those words of Derrick beautifully express the essence of this
story. I enjoyed Always the One very much and look forward to many more
stories from the pen of Tara Randel.
I received a copy of this book through Prism Book
Tours. The opinions expressed in this review are entirely my own.
About the Author
USA Today Bestselling Author Tara Randel has enjoyed a lifelong love of books, especially romance and mystery genres, so it didn't come as a surprise when she began writing with the dream of becoming published. Family values, mystery and, of course, love and romance are her favorite themes, because she believes love is the greatest gift of all. Tara lives on the West Coast of Florida, where gorgeous sunsets inspire the creation of heartwarming stories, filled with love, laughter and the occasional mystery.
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I love the covers! The colors are beautiful!
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DeleteThanks so much for the beautiful review of Always The One! I loved writing this series and I'm so glad you enjoyed the book.
ReplyDeleteI really enjoyed the family connection, Tara. Looking forward to whatever you have in store next.
DeleteThis second chance romance that includes learning to trust again sounds like good reading. I also like that it is a series.
ReplyDeleteEach story stands alone, but the family connection makes the series special. Thanks for visiting, Bernice.
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ReplyDeleteI really like the new cover designs for the Heartwarming series. Thanks for visiting, Julie.
DeleteI also like books of second chances and new beginnings. I had it once and never took it.... what could happened differently in my life?
ReplyDeleteSounds like you would have a personal connection with this story, Peggy - one of life's "what if" questions. Thanks for sharing.
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DeleteSounds really interesting. Witness protection program makes a intriguing story. Then some romance too. Sounds really good can't wait to read it thanks for the chance
ReplyDeleteI really enjoyed the WITSEC element, Donamae. It's not a scary suspense story, just some mystery along with sweet romance.
DeleteA lovely cover, synopsis and review. This sounds like a must read book and series for me. Thank you for sharing the details
ReplyDeleteI'm sure you would enjoy this story, Bea. Thanks for visiting.
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