Title:
Memory Box Secrets (Coming Home Book 2)
Author:
Brenda S Anderson
Publisher:
Vivant Press (April 21, 2015)
Pages:
357
MEMORY
BOX SECRETS, by BRENDA S ANDERSON is the “second” book in the COMING HOME
SERIES. There are three different stories going on simultaneously, with a
surprise ending.
Just
a few years ago, Richard had flourish in Manhattan’s fast-paced business world,
but there was one thing greatly lacking from his life. His faith. After
restoring his faith, he never imagined returning to his old life. The New York Corporation
that once rejected him, begs him to come back. Richard feels returning isn’t a
good idea, but his gut is telling him to go.
Sheila yearns to have something from her childhood to pass on to her child, but
her parents left her nothing. Unexpectedly, her aging father calls, asking to reunite.
As much as she wants to say no because of all they had done to her, her heart
whispers, yes.
I
have to admit, Pieces of Granite (Coming Home, Prequel) and Chain of Mercy
(Coming Home Book 1), are my favorites of the series.
*Pieces
of Granite (Coming Home, Prequel)
When
I was given the opportunity to read PIECES OF GRANITE by BRENDA S ANDERSON, I
didn't hesitate. I loved her book CHAIN OF MERCY, and I do mean LOVED it. To be
honest, once I realized it was going back in time, the excitement diminished a
bit. I loved Ricky in CHAIN OF MERCY, yet I had read his story, and knew of his
sister Debbie and her family. How would it be to hear about them after already
experiencing their lives?
Debbie and Jerry Verhoeven are expecting their second child. One would think
they would be overjoyed. Though Debbie may be, Jerry is not. Not only is he not
happy about their new child, he is having serious issues knowing she will not
be perfect.
I was not prepared to enjoy PIECES OF GRANITE as much as I did, knowing it was
going back in time. I loved getting to see another part of Ricky. I was equally
intrigued by Debbie and Jerry's neighbor, Lee. I'm secretly hoping there will
be a story about him. I was totally engaged in Debbie and Jerry's life.
I cannot adequately express how amazing MS ANDERSON'S writing is. It is near
flawless. What I find intriguing is how realistic her stories are. It sounds so
basic, yet I never realized how difficult a task it must be to accomplish,
because I cannot recall any other author that has written so accurately to
every day life, and at the same time keep the story as equally engaging. The
honesty and realism is off the charts. I often found myself shaking my head
thinking wow; I have felt that or lived that. While reading PIECES OF GRANITE
it came to mind that every parent needs to read this book.
Not only was I wrong about it being awkward to read about Ricky after having
read his story in CHAIN OF MERCY, I am tempted to reread it, having fallen in
love with him all over again in PIECES OF GRANITE.
*Chain
of Mercy (Coming Home Book 1)
To
say that CHAIN OF MERCY is the first, but not the last book I'll read by BRENDA
S ANDERSON, is a huge understatement. If I were only allowed one word to
describe this amazing book, it would have to be, WOW!
Richard Brooks is not who he appears to be. Not by a long shot. But that's
intentional. He wants nothing more than to rid of the man he once was. Only
problem is, he's everywhere he goes.
Sheila Peterson is intrigued by the handsome maintenance man. She never
imagined she'd stoop so low as to go out with someone so beneath her, but he'd
serve a purpose. Little did she realize what man was hidden behind the façade.
Forgiveness is a huge element in CHAIN OF MERCY on many levels, but it is so
much more. The characters, writing, and storyline are beyond amazing. It's not
your typical, predictable novel. MS ANDERSON takes you on a journey with
surprising twists and turns. Each of the characters is distinct, with tangible
personalities. From the very first page, you will be pulled in, and absorbed
into the lives of the characters. But it won't stop with the last word. No,
CHAIN OF MERCY is bound to remain in your heart forever.
*Please
see my profile for more information on this review.
