Tuesday, August 3, 2021

Celebrate Lit Blog Tour: Regaining Mercy by Carolyn Miller

Book: Regaining Mercy

Author: Carolyn Miller

Genre: Christian Contemporary Romance

Release date: June 29, 2021

A mom ready to do anything for her son. A man determined to win the woman he loves.

Going on Love at First Glance had seemed like such a good idea. She didn’t care about finding Mr. Right. No, Mindy Murray chose the reality TV show for more mercenary reasons. A mom’s gotta do what a mom’s gotta do when it comes to feeding her son.

When Mindy returns to Elnora, the girl from the “wrong side of the island” just wants a chance to rebuild her reputation. Too bad the folks at church don’t practice what the preacher preaches.

Enter Dermott Reilly. The interim boss at Greener Gardens has always had a soft spot for Mindy and her son, but with his new responsibilities, an important garden competition, and a few other concerns, he finds it difficult to prove himself to her.

A tropical storm and a missing child prove that sometimes grace appears in the most unusual ways.

Regaining Mercy concludes the Elnora Island romances of the Independence Islands Series, featuring five islands, six authors, and a boatload of happily ever-afters.

The Independence Islands Series: beach reads aren’t just for summer anymore.

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The Independence Islands Series has become one of my favorite series of all time. Regaining Mercy by Carolyn Miller is Book 6 for Elnora Island stories. I have read a few of the other book featuring Elnora Island.

Mindy Murray is a single mom to a 4yr old son. She is trying really hard to make a life for her and her son. She is being bullied by the older members of her community because she appeared on a reality show, Love at First Glance. She admits she did the show for the compensation that she received to help support her son. Dermott Reilly, a friend of her brother, steps in and sticks up for Mindy. Dermott really has a soft spot for Mindy and has taken a liking to her. His concern though is her Spiritual lacking. Mindy admits she was turned off to the church due to Church folk chastising her for being a Single Mom. Dermott sees how much she LOVES her son and that she will do whatever she can for her son. Will Mindy come back to the Church and to God? Does Dermott have a chance at a relationship with Mindy? Will Mindy gain back confidence in herself and others?

WOW, what an AMAZING storyline. Mindy is a strong mom who will do anything for her son. Dermott has a strong faith and is kind and loving man. I really like how Dermott really makes it a priority to be with someone of Faith. Mindy is lacking trust in others, but throughout the story grows stronger. A WONDERFUL BOOK!

Carolyn Miller is an Australian author of inspirational romance, particularly that of the Regency era, and loves drawing readers into fictional worlds where flawed people can grow in faith, hope and love through stories that show the truth of God’s grace in our lives.

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Have you ever wondered what might happen if a failed TV reality star was to return home to her narrow minded community? What if she’s been tarred and feathered with disgrace?

In our world of insta-fame, selfies and fakebook, I find it fascinating that so many people are entranced by so-called reality TV, with its editing and narratives and shiny-eyed hopefuls chasing money, love and dreams. But what if it doesn’t work out? What happens next? How do you resume ‘normal life’ when you’ve been living in a very artificial world?

I enjoy writing fiction that is grounded in reality, with realistic, flawed characters who are on a God journey to find faith and freedom. My contemporary and historical novels often see characters struggle with the choices they’ve made (don’t we all?), which is exactly what single mom Mindy is dealing with.

Combine Mindy’s challenges with those faced by gardening expert, Dermott, a man whose stone wall building skills are better than his way with women, or his inability to hide his attraction to his former co-worker’s younger sister.

Regaining Mercy encourages us to see ourselves as God does, to not let the labels of the past to shape our future. Along the way, readers will enjoy the honest portrayals of family, friendship and faith.

I’m so glad people are really enjoying my new contemporary books, where I can bring my love of gardens (& my horticulturalist hubby’s expertise!) to a new audience. Want to see what’s growing in my garden? Check out my website www.carolynmillerauthor.com – and you might even see some of my husband’s famous stone walls!

If you enjoy stories of hope, heart and humor, then you’ll be sure to enjoy this novel about a prodigal and the patient gardener who helps her find God’s mercy – and renewed hope for her heart.

Happy reading!

Carolyn