Love and the Dream Come True (#03 in State Of Grace Series)

I found the beginning a little confusing because it took me a few pages to work out that Cameron was the hero, not the heroine. \\n\\nIt also took me a couple of chapters to realise the book is written in first person from both points of view-Cameron's and Lexie's-so it was important for me to read the chapter titles so I knew which character I was reading. Yes, I usually ignore chapter titles (because I find too many give spoilers). \\n\\nThe story picked up in pace and interest once Cameron and Lexie meet at the wedding. They then discover Cameron is staying in town, renting a house two doors down from the house Lexie is renovating. That gives lots of opportunities to bring the two together and allow their relationship to develop. \\n\\nIt's obvious from early on that Lexie has a strong Christian faith. Cameron is a believer, but has struggling with faith for several years, since he left home to chase his music dream. His journey back to faith isn't explicit, but it's also obvious that it's tied up with his journey back to music, and that is clearly shown. So while the novel isn't all rah-rah-Jesus, it is definitely a Christian story . . . but one that a non Christian might also be interested in reading. \\n\\nRecommended for contemporary romance fans, especially those who enjoy rock star romance or similar. \\n\\nThanks to Bethany House and NetGalley for providing a free ebook for review.

I enjoyed this contemporary romance enough to read it in one sitting. The main characters have a lot of pain in their past (separately) and it was nice to see them work through it. They grow, repent, forgive, and restore friendships long overdue. We even get glimpses of side characters maturation. Cleverly woven through a music motif and themes of pride, selfishness, regret and 2nd chances throughout. Humility and the willingness to turn back to God took a while but give us hope in real life that we can do the same.