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Half Agony, Half Hope by Joy Michelle Austin
"A Resonant Story of Hope and Resilience

This is a truly compelling novel that successfully blends Christian romance, emotional suspense, and a unique nod to the romantic era. The book is built on a fascinating premise, taking inspiration from classic " Read more of this review »
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"A unique telling

The hook was captivating. It made me want to read more. The relationship with Anne felt incomplete. Like why did she behave the way she did?

I felt all the emotions, especially when the kids were involved. I probably wouldn’t have bee" Read more of this review »
The Weight of Prejudice by Joy Michelle Austin
"Enjoyable

As a Jane Austen devotee, I couldn’t resist a novel focused on Austen’s men.

This book weaves faith, healing, and courage, and Rick’s journey to rebuild his life after hardship and rediscover his faith is genuinely moving. I appreciated how " Read more of this review »
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“As long as she’s breathing, I will not stop. I will not surrender. I will give her more than this darkness. I will give her the world.”
Joy Michelle Austin, Half Agony, Half Hope: A Christian Romantic Suspense About Rescue, Redemption, and Unbreakable Love

“Daniel wasn’t saved from the lions’ den. He was saved in it. Maybe that’s how God works—not by pulling us out of the darkness, but by holding us through it.”
Joy Michelle Austin, Half Agony, Half Hope: A Christian Romantic Suspense About Rescue, Redemption, and Unbreakable Love

“Time didn’t exist here. Only control. The damp chill of the cellar clung to Rick’s skin, burrowing deep into his muscles, curling around his bones like a parasite.”
Joy Michelle Austin, Half Agony, Half Hope: A Christian Romantic Suspense About Rescue, Redemption, and Unbreakable Love

“From shadows deep, where silence reigned,
Where every breath ached, every step constrained,
I cried out, unseen, unheard, alone,
In a world of agony, carved from stone.”
Joy Michelle Austin, Half Agony, Half Hope: A Christian Romantic Suspense About Rescue, Redemption, and Unbreakable Love

“I want you to love me. I want you to trust me enough to let me love you, and I want you to stay here with me so we can build a life together. That's what I want”
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“Just rest in the Lord. He has already taken care of everything. You might as well let Him have your worries and hurts, 'cause they'll do you no good.”
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“One does not simply read books... one climbs inside them and lives there.”
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“You’re still listening to her voice. Still believing the lie that you failed them. But Rick, you didn’t.”
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