At First Glance by Susan L. Tuttle

by
Susan L. Tuttle
(Lighthouse Publishing of the Carolinas 2018)


Book Blurb:
Estate planner Penny Thornton loves dusting off items others gloss over, especially since she relates to feeling tossed aside for the "bright and shiny . When her younger sister's approaching wedding launches Penny back into the throes of her dysfunctional family, she decides to use the festivities to close the gap in their relationships even if it means appeasing them and finally losing the few pounds they've hounded her about for years. But she doesn't expect to meet two very different men in the process. East Fisher, the personal trainer who personifies everything she believes she could never attain, and Jonah Black, a man who reminds her so much of herself. Both men are more than they appear at first glance, and both seem interested in her romantically. As Penny uncovers their hidden layers, she discovers when it comes to love and matters of the heart, she's got a lot to learn about estimating value.


A beautiful romance full of flawed characters and a faith that is a natural part of their lives.

There were not any contrived conversions of faith or forgiveness. The emotions portrayed were raw. Susan Tuttle shows how low self-esteem can color a person's thoughts, behavior, and future; and also how there is a root cause to it all.

I enjoyed how natural the dialogue, actions and reactions, and thoughts were shown throughout. It felt as if I knew Penelope, Jonah, Belle, and Rachel. I even have known those who were like East.

If there was ever a romance that went beyond the bare bones of love, and truly delved deep into relationships, then this book is the perfect one.


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