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    Review and a ~*Giveaway*~ His Father’s Son by Autumn Macarthur

    June 15, 2018 in my point of view

    His Father’s Son by Autumn Macarthur, reprinted with author’s permission:
    When former bad boy Luke Tanner discovers the son he believed was adopted is fatherless, he’s determined to help – and regain the trust of the only woman he’s ever loved. But for Anna Harrison, his return to Sweetapple Falls is twelve years too late. She can’t risk Luke breaking their disabled son’s heart like he did hers. If they’re to become the loving family Luke wants them to be, she’ll need to forgive secrets from his troubled past he’s never revealed. God has given Luke a second chance, but will Anna?

    my point of view:
    This is a powerful story of forgiveness and enduring life’s painful struggles. Anna and Luke were only teens when their son Josh was conceived. While Luke wanted to make thigs right and get married, Anna’s father convinced her they were much too young to make it work. So a vulnerable Anna gave in to her father and Luke disappeared from their lives. Now twelve years later, Luke returns when he learns Anna kept their son, and that his son is disabled.

    Both Luke and Anna have several issues they need to work though, with themselves and each other. For each of them, learning to trust again is going to take a huge amount of faith – in God and one another.

    Autumn Macarthur delves into the realities of being a single parent with the added difficulties of having to raise a son with a serious illness. I loved how Anna has grown from a naive teen into a self reliant woman who struggles with accepting help from anyone on a daily basis. I can so relate to this aspect of her personality! Anna has had to rely on only herself for so long, it is hard to accept the simplest kindness, like even hold her door open! It may be easy for some to have a belief in God, but a whole other story to truly place yourself in God;s hands and have faith that He does indeed know best and has a plan for our lives!

    Luke has also had an eventful 12 years apart from Anna and Josh. In his time away he has devoted his life to God and has spent his life helping families in countries where decent housing is a blessing. Now that he has returned to Oregon, he needs to find his way back in this country and how to make a permanent life where he can be the father Josh needs, and win Anna’s love once more so they can be a true family.

    Josh has an amazing attitude and sense of humor for a seriously ill child, but he also has his childish outbursts. Autumn does an amazing job of portraying such a sensitive situation and Josh’s antic will make you smile, laugh, and cry throughout the story!

    About the author:


    Autumn Macarthur is a USA Today bestselling author of Christian inspirational romance. Originally from Australia, she now lives near London with her very English husband and a variable number of spoiled rescue cats, after a one-year working holiday turned into twenty years!

    She loves writing deeply emotional stories to make you smile and remind you how big and wide and deep God’s love and forgiveness can be. She’s thankful to be blessed with good friends and a patient husband. Most of all, she’s eternally grateful for God’s great love and mercy.

    When she’s not writing or being a cat slave, she spends far too much time on Facebook. She’d love to hear from you!
    You can find out more about Autumn’s books on her website: http://faithhopeandheartwarming.com/

     

    Autumn has graciously offered to have a free ~*Giveaway*~ to one of our blog members!! Simply comment on this post to be entered to receive the ebook from Autumn Macarthur!!

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    1. AvatarAlexa Verde says

      June 15, 2018 at 12:05 pm

      His Father’s Son sounds like an amazing book! Very emotional and heartfelt. Autumn Macarthur is a very talented writer. Thank you for a great review, Paula!

      • AvatarAutumn Macarthur says

        June 23, 2018 at 7:08 pm

        Thanks so much, Alexa!

    2. AvatarAutumn Macarthur says

      June 15, 2018 at 12:15 pm

      Thank you so much for the wonderful review, Paula. I’m blessed by it!

      • AvatarAlexa Verde says

        June 15, 2018 at 12:20 pm

        I know I might be biased, but your writing is great, Autumn!

        • AvatarAutumn Macarthur says

          June 23, 2018 at 7:10 pm

          LOL! I think yours is great, too!

    3. AvatarFreda Velzen says

      June 15, 2018 at 12:52 pm

      I love reading Christian fiction and i would love to have a copy of His Father’s Son.

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        June 15, 2018 at 1:04 pm

        Thank you for entering, Freda!

      • AvatarAutumn Macarthur says

        June 23, 2018 at 7:11 pm

        Thanks, Freda! There are so many great Christian fiction books available to enjoy now. 🙂

    4. AvatarKatie Andersen says

      June 15, 2018 at 12:52 pm

      This sounds like such a good book! Protecting one’s child/children’s heart(s) is such a concern for a parent!

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        June 15, 2018 at 1:05 pm

        Could not agree with you more, Katie!!

      • AvatarAutumn Macarthur says

        June 23, 2018 at 7:11 pm

        Absolutely, Katie!

    5. AvatarLinda Rainey says

      June 15, 2018 at 3:05 pm

      This sounds like good book.
      I loved the interview.
      Congrats again Paula on the new blog.

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        June 15, 2018 at 3:17 pm

        Thank you so much, Linda! It is always so sweet to see a familiar name on here!! I appreciate your participation so much! ☺️

      • AvatarAutumn Macarthur says

        June 23, 2018 at 7:12 pm

        Hi Linda! I agree, Paula has done a wonderful job setting up her blog. It’s truly beautiful!

        • AvatarPaula Marie says

          June 23, 2018 at 7:18 pm

          You all are too kind!!

    6. AvatarKathy says

      June 15, 2018 at 6:40 pm

      Autumn, this sounds like a story where God is truly teaching us many things. I have a daughter-in-law that has a daughter who has autism. We have loved her from the minute we met her. I’ve seen first hand the struggles and protection of a mother with a handicap child. People can be cruel and say things they have no right saying. Our Lilee is seventeen and blesses every time we see her.
      Thank you for writing a story around this subject.
      And thank you Paula for sharing Autumn. 😉

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        June 15, 2018 at 9:31 pm

        Thank you! I truly love bringing these author reviews to everyone!

      • AvatarAutumn Macarthur says

        June 23, 2018 at 7:17 pm

        Hugs, Kathy. So glad Lilie has such a wonderfully supportive family. My husband is also on the autistic spectrum. Unfortunately when he was growing up, there was very little support or understanding of kids who were “different”. Thankfully, that’s now changed!

    7. AvatarBrenda says

      June 15, 2018 at 11:02 pm

      This sounds like a great book to read. Children have to be protected at all cost. Thanks for the giveaway.

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        June 15, 2018 at 11:14 pm

        Thank you, Brenda! Appreciate your reading and participating again!!

      • AvatarAutumn Macarthur says

        June 23, 2018 at 7:21 pm

        I agree so much about protecting children, Brenda!

    8. AvatarMJSH says

      June 16, 2018 at 12:14 am

      Thanks for the giveaway opportunity. I love books about second chances 🙂

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        June 16, 2018 at 7:42 am

        Me too! It has always been one of my favorite themes!

      • AvatarAutumn Macarthur says

        June 23, 2018 at 7:22 pm

        Me too! I think second chances and friendship-to-love are my two favourite romances to write!

    9. AvatarLual Krautter says

      June 16, 2018 at 12:25 am

      Sounds like a great story! Thanks for the opportunity to enter a giveaway! If I win, would love to receive a print copy, if possible:) Thanks, again, and God bless! krautter12ATbresnanDOTnet

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        June 16, 2018 at 7:43 am

        Thank you for entering! I believe it is only an ebook for the winner, sorry!

      • AvatarAutumn Macarthur says

        June 23, 2018 at 7:33 pm

        Hi Lisa! Thanks for commenting! 🙂

        Unfortunately, yes, the prize would be an ebook, unless the post specifically says it’s a paperback.

    10. AvatarDorothy Porter says

      June 16, 2018 at 11:12 am

      This book sounds wonderful. It is hard enough just having a child with a disability. It takes a lot out of parents and a family that helps. For a mother that is use to doing it herself, it would be hard to let anybody in. I am looking forward to reading this book. And of course, it is written by a Author that puts her heart into her books. It would be great if I could win a ebook copy but if not, this is a book I will be reading sometime in the future.

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        June 16, 2018 at 3:10 pm

        You are so right, Dorothy! I know you will love this book!

      • AvatarAutumn Macarthur says

        June 23, 2018 at 7:35 pm

        That is so true, Dorothy. A family with a disabled child faces extra challenges. And thank you for seeing I put my heart into my books. <3

    11. AvatarJennifer Hibdon says

      June 16, 2018 at 10:14 pm

      This is a great review, it makes you want to read the book right now! The subject is so real in so many lives. Looking forward to reading this. Thanx for the giveaway.

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        June 16, 2018 at 10:51 pm

        Thank you for your kind words and entering to win!

      • AvatarAutumn Macarthur says

        June 23, 2018 at 7:37 pm

        Hi Jennifer! Yes, so many families live with the challenges (and joys, too!) a differently-abled child brings

    12. AvatarLinda Rainey says

      June 22, 2018 at 5:56 pm

      Loved the blog post.
      Good job,Paula
      Thanks for the giveaway.

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        June 22, 2018 at 6:50 pm

        Thanks, Linda!!

    13. AvatarRose Blackard says

      June 22, 2018 at 6:02 pm

      This sounds like a really great book.Great job on the interview as well. Thanks for the opportunity to win. Excited to get to know this author.

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        June 22, 2018 at 6:50 pm

        Appreciate your kind words, Rose!

      • AvatarAutumn Macarthur says

        June 23, 2018 at 7:38 pm

        Hi Rose! Paula did a wonderful review, and I’m so blessed by it!

    14. AvatarLual Krautter says

      June 22, 2018 at 11:30 pm

      Sounds like a good, emotional story, filled with hope. Thanks for the opportunity to enter a giveaway. If possible, would love a print copy. Thanks! Lual

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        June 23, 2018 at 8:34 am

        Thank you for your lovely comment, Lual! One day we hope to have a print copy giveaway!!

        • AvatarLual Krautter says

          June 23, 2018 at 11:58 am

          Looking forward to it! Message me when you need my address:)

      • AvatarAutumn Macarthur says

        June 23, 2018 at 7:40 pm

        Hi Lual! Unfortunately for this giveaway, it’s ebook only. There will certainly be some future giveaways offering paperbacks. 🙂

    15. AvatarAutumn Macarthur says

      June 23, 2018 at 7:44 pm

      Thank you all for commenting! The winner of the ebook draw is Brenda!

      • AvatarPaula Marie says

        June 23, 2018 at 8:28 pm

        Yay! Congrats, Brenda!! And thank you again, Autumn!!

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