Book Review: In Every Heartbeat

Author: Kim Vogel Sawyer

Genre: Christian Romance

Synopsis: As three friends who grew up in the same orphanage head off to college together, they each harbor a cherished dream. Libby wishes to become a famous journalist, Pete plans to study to become a minister, and Bennett wants to join a fraternity and have as much fun as possible. But as tensions rise around the world on the brink of World War I, the friends' differing aspirations and opinions begin to divide them, as well. And when Libby makes a shocking discovery about Pete's family, will it drive a final wedge between the friends or bond them in ways they never anticipated?

My thoughts: I first found this book in the CBD (Christian Book Distributors) catalog and it was on sale for $4 and it sounded interesting.  However, I decided to check on our libraries website and see if they had it.  My philosophy is that if you're interested in a book but don't think you're likely to read it more than once, check it out from the library if they have it - it's cheaper than buying it yourself.  :) 

What I loved about this book was that the main character was so much like me - or should I say I was like her.  She's a headstrong, I-can-take-care-of-myself type of girl.  But when things around her start falling apart, she has to stop and evaluate where her life is going.  In the end, she finds peace and happiness in a relationship with Jesus Christ.   She grows and changes in her friendships and finally finds the home she always longed for when she was a child.  This book is touching but it has enough adventure and (good, clean, sweet :) romance in it to keep it interesting.  And don't even get me started on the characters' first adventure at college...it's quite funny acutally.  But you'll have to read the book yourself to find out what happens.  Happy reading!

P.S. I'm not fishing for advice but since this is my first "official" review, is there anything you liked about it?  Things I could change/make more interesting in describing the book? Just leave your comments in the box below - I'm always open to suggestions on how to better my writing. Thanks! :)