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Love, Lies and Fireflies by Jan Elder

 



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Back cover Blurb:

~ A wounded heart, a broken spirit, and two second chances ~

Didi O’Brien is engaged—at least she was an hour ago. Now she’s not so sure. Her fiancé, the suave Kevin Cabot, has just revealed that he’s been unfaithful, and he’s not the least bit sorry. Reeling from the betrayal, with her plans for a happily-ever-after life in doubt, she prays for direction. 

Middle school teacher, Jake Montgomery, is struggling with some issues of his own. Sadly, a year previously his fiancée had been killed in a car crash. Battling anger and despair, in a mountain-top experience, Jake wrestles with the Almighty, and is ready to live again. 

Through a crisis of faith, and glimpses of mercy, Didi and Jake find each other. But can they find the strength to resolve the many obstacles that conspire to keep them apart?

Excerpt:

With sleepy, half-closed eyes, Jake yawned and opened his arms in invitation. Without hesitation, Didi slid into his embrace. “You’re welcome,” he murmured into her ear. He stroked her hair as she nestled into his shoulder. His arms around her were warm and comfy. 

Knowing Jake needed his rest, Didi stretched up and planted a light kiss on his cheek. When she tried to let him go, Jake tenderly drew her closer.

“Not this time, Didi.” Pulling back slightly, his gaze full of longing reached out to her. Gentle fingers wound themselves in her hair as he whispered, “Close your eyes.” 

His husky voice sent shivers of anticipation down Didi’s spine. Heart pounding, she drew in a deep breath and lowered her eyelashes. Slowly, so slowly, he drew her closer and kissed her with soft, chocolate-scented lips. With her eyes still closed, she melted into him, and he kissed her again—this time not quite so softly.

They stood in the hallway, arms draped around each other, until a drowsy Jake bent back against the door and groaned. “Now I really do have to go before I collapse on your floor, but I’d love to see you again. What are you doing Friday night?” His eyes held a trace of fire as he brushed a strand of hair from her face. 

The touch of his fingers on her cheek warmed her heart and gave her shivers. He was a good kisser—no, a greatkisser. Beating back apprehension, she made a quick decision. This man was a gentleman, unlike Kevin. “Instead of going out, why don’t you come here? I’ll make dinner if you bring popcorn and a movie. Does that work for you?” 

“A nice, quiet evening sounds wonderful, but don’t fuss over dinner. I’m easy to please. Around seven?”

“Perfect.” He leaned in for a swift final kiss, and Didi was charmed that he seemed to have a hard time letting her go. 

She picked up his lunch bag from where he’d let it drop to the floor, handed it to him, and stepped back. “Night, Jake.”

 

 

 

 

ABOUT JAN ELDER

 

 



 

JAN ELDER is an inspirational romance writer with a passion for telling stories other women can relate to on a deep level. She strives to write the kind of book that will strengthen the reader’s faith, introducing the reader to a loving and forgiving Lord who walks beside us in our daily lives, while also providing an entertaining and engrossing love story.

Happily married for twenty years to loving (and supportive) husband, Steve, the two live at the gateway to Western Maryland with Kassie Rae (a mini-black panther), and Looney Tunes (a svelte black and white tuxedo cat.) On the weekends, Jan and Steve comb the countryside in search of fabulous ice cream flavors. 

 

 

Website: http://janelderauthor.com

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Goodreads author page: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/13261561.Jan_Elder

 

Amazon author page: https://www.amazon.com/Jan-Elder/e/B00VXW5F2C/

 

Contact Information: www.janelderauthor.com/contact

 


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