The Second Chance Trailer Park by Katie Powner

ABOUT THE BOOK

From award-winning author Katie Powner comes a funny feel-good novel about a woman discovering her second chance at life.

This charming and heartfelt story is perfect for readers who loved Mrs. Quinn's Rise to Fame.

Fifty-two-year-old Meredith McGillicutty is not having a midlife crisis. She’s just ready for a change of pace, that’s all. The fact that she lied to get into a retirement community has nothing to do with being passed over for a promotion at work nor her recent breakup with the only man she’s ever loved. 

Nothing.     

Meredith only wants some peace and quiet. To sit on a porch in elastic-waist pants and mingle with other mature individuals who value a life of serenity. But the residents of the Peaceful Pines retirement community have other plans for her. These quirky and endearing neighbors seem to know her better than she knows herself, and they decide Meredith’s life is only just beginning. 

Blending humor and tenderness, The Second Chance Trailer Park will appeal to fans of Fredrik Backman and Lenora Worth.

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MY THOUGHTS.....

Meredith McGillicutty needs a change, but she doesn't realize the change that's coming after moving into a senior-citizen trailer park. She meets amazing people, experiences the joy of unexpected friendships, and realizes the promise of second chances! Her journey is often quirky, always unique, and the humor kept me laughing out loud until the very end. Where else would a cat wedding be normal and acceptable?

Five years ago, I read Katie Powner's debut novel and was blown away by the beautiful emotions depicted in The Sowing Season. Choosing to read her newest book was never a question, but The Second Chance Trailer Park is somewhat different than her previous books! Was I disappointed? No way!

The Second Chance Trailer Park is a heartwarming, feel-good story laced with laughter, faith, and reflection. I highly recommend it to anyone who is longing for an enjoyable summer read!

I received a digital copy of the book from the author and publisher. There was no obligation for a positive review.

My rating: 4 of 5 stars

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Katie Powner is an award-winning author who lives in rural Montana where cows still outnumber people. She is a two-time OCW Cascade Award and ACFW First Impressions Award winner. Katie is a mom to the third power: biological, adoptive, and foster. She loves Jesus, red shoes, and candy. 

Katie can be found at www.katiepowner.com,  

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The Sowing Season

Where the Blue Sky Begins

The Wind Blows in Sleeping Grass

Birds on a Wire

The Second Chance Trailer Park

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Her Reluctant Amish Heart (Humble Blessings, #3) by Pamela Desmond Wright

ABOUT THE BOOK

Can her guarded heart
find its way to love and redemption?

When a reckless street race injures her brother, Anika Glick wants nothing to do with the man responsible—especially when he’s sentenced to help her family. But Elam Muller is desperate to prove he’s changed. As they work together on her family farm, Anika finds herself drawn to Elam’s remorse and kindness. But when they're presented with one last risky race that could secure their future or destroy it all, everything they’ve built is put to the test. Will their growing love survive the pull of the past—or will it all come crashing down?

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MY THOUGHTS.....

A tragic loss and an unexpected accident leave Anita Glick struggling to keep her head above water. Is it any wonder that she harbors bitterness for the man she holds responsible for many of her added burdens?

This is such a special story! Author Pamela Desmond Wright poignantly conveys Anika's overwhelming pain and her initial reluctance to work with Elam Muller. Her emotions are understandable, but I couldn't help hoping she would finally accept Elam's remorse and his efforts to make amends.

Her Reluctant Amish Heart is a touching depiction of forgiveness and redemption. Elam's life struggles don't end immediately, and he does recognize his need to change. Is he willing to leave the Englisch world and return to his Amish faith? This is the only way he can ever entertain a life with Anika! Grab this book if you're longing for sweet romance, wonderful characters, and a realistic portrayal of Amish living.

I received a complimentary copy from the author. There was no obligation for a positive review.

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

New York Times and Publishers Weekly bestselling author Pamela Desmond Wright grew up in a small, dusty Texas town. From the time she learned to read, books have been her passion.

A veteran of the e-book revolution of the late ’90’s, Pamela moved into traditional publishing, writing for Kensington and NAL/Penguin. Nominated 2 times, she won the Romantic Times Reviewers Choice Award in 2010. Pamela was also a founder of the scam publishers and agents website, The Write Connection, which was transferred to the SFWA through (then) vice-president A.C. Crispin to become Writer Beware. Her experiences with scam agents and publishers was documented in Professor Jim Fisher’s book, Ten Percent of Nothing: The Case of the Literary Agent From Hell.

In 2013, Pam took a break from publishing. Unable to shake the story bug, she came back in 2019 with a new focus, fulfilling a promise to write wholesome books readers of all ages could enjoy.

Pam is represented by Tamela H. Murray of the Steve Laube Agency. 

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HUMBLE BLESSINGS

Finding Her Amish Home

The Amish Bachelor's Bride

Her Reluctant Amish Heart

Finding Her Amish Place

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