Miles from Where We Started by Cynthia Ruchti
Published by Gilead Publishing on October 16, 2018
Genres: Christianity, Family Life, Literature & Fiction, Romance
Pages: 352
Format: ARC
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These no-longer-newlyweds want out of this road trip–and their marriage. Too bad they can’t find the off-ramp.
Weeks away from their one-year anniversary, Mallory and Connor Duncan can’t even agree on how to end their marriage. But when a last-minute crisis lands them on a three-thousand-mile road trip together, Mallory wonders if their story may not be over after all.
The trip begins to unravel before the key is even in the ignition, and an at-risk, trouble-seeking missile of an eleven-year-old is unexpectedly launched into their travel plans. Close quarters get even tighter, and the couple believes this whole experience will spell disaster.
But as new challenges pop up around each bend, Mallory and Connor are surprised by the strengths they see in one another–and how they complement each other. Their first year of marriage hasn’t been the arm-in-arm togetherness they expected . . . but can they find a new beginning when the road ends?
If I had to name the book I’ve read in the last five years that I would consider my all-time favorite book, I’d have to say it would be a book titled A Fragile Hope by Cynthia Ruchti (see review HERE). So, when I saw that Ms. Ruchti was coming out with a new book, I did what any smart book blogger does, and I immediately requested an advanced reader copy, and I was gratefully approved by Ms. Ruchti and Gilead Publishing through NetGalley.
Because today – October 16 – is the official publishing day for this book, I really don’t want to give out too much of the story. I’ll give you a little background so you will know you need to head out and grab your own copy of this book though. I even saw one person say “I am richer for having read this book”. WOW! That’s some powerful motivation to get out and pick up your copy.
The story starts with Connor and Mallory Duncan admitting the fact that they are deciding to end their one year short marriage. The truth is, though, that Connor has decided and Mallory doesn’t really agree. They are having issues trying to decide exactly how to officially end the marriage, and in the midst of that situation, they end up having to head out on a 3,000 mile business trip to promote RoadRave’s micro camper.
Will their marriage end for good on this road trip? Can Mallory and Duncan possibly find a new beginning on this trip? No spoilers here, folks!
I’m so happy to report that this book grabbed me from page 1 and kept me reading more even when I should have gone to sleep, should have gotten ready for work, and should have returned back from the lunch hour! All in all, I finished the book in a solid 24 hour period AND went to work! LOL!
Duncan and Mallory really do love each other, and I felt their pain and heartache. This trip was powerful for them too – it opens their eyes to what commitment and forgiveness really mean, and it helps give them a better perspective on their lives together. As they set out on their journey across America, they run into some really awesome folks, and it seemed that they received some great strength, wisdom and life lessons surrounded in love with each group.
I loved the author’s ability to provide readers with very interesting, well-described and believably unique characters. Miles from Where We Started is highly recommended for those who love a beautiful Christian romance, with great tales of redemption. Within the couple’s problems and the journey they are on, readers see a glimmer of hope that can heal hearts and can provide the possibility of making it through tough times.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Cynthia Ruchti tells stories hemmed in Hope through her novels and novellas, nonfiction books, devotionals, and speaking for women’s events or retreats, drawing from 33 years writing and producing an on-air radio broadcast. Her books have been recognized by RT Reviewers’ Choice, Selah Awards, CR’s BEST Awards, Carol Award honors, Christy Award honors, Family Fiction Readers’ Choice Award, ForeWord Reviews Book of the Year honors and others.
Cynthia is the professional relations liaison for American Christian Fiction Writers. She’s been privileged to write and publish more than 25 books, with more contracted. Cynthia and her plot-tweaking husband live in the heart of Wisconsin, not far from their three children and five grandchildren. Since 2017, she’s also served as a literary agent with Books & Such Literary Management.
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I was provided with a complimentary electronic advanced reader copy from the Author and Gilead Publishing through Net Galley in exchange for my post. I was not required to post a positive review, but have chosen to do so because this book was amazing! Thank you!
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