The Strength of Love by G.L. Ross
THE STRENGTH OF LOVE by G.L. Ross is a tale of love, loss, and second chances. This inspiring love story shares how several men influenced one woman’s life and showered her with love in different ways. Experience love, friendship, faith, suspense, tragedy, humor, and a supernatural element...always and forever. Readers who enjoyed THE BEST OF ME by Nicholas Sparks will be drawn in and left breathless by The Strength of Love.
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Title: The Strength of Love
Author: G.L. Ross
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Release Date: December 14th 2015
Publisher: Indie Published
Print Length: 275 pages
Format: Paperback and Digital
Print ISBN: 978-1518643743
Digital ISBN: 9781311464309
Synopsis:
Always the bridesmaid, but never the bride, Rachel Thompson is ready to give up on love, before rodeo cowboy Brooks Reynolds rides into the arena and lassos her heart. His smoldering looks and strong yet tender nature sweep her off her feet. Life is pinch-worthy and picture-book perfect, except on the eve of her wedding Rachel’s love story is ripped from the pages. After two months of grieving, she discovers her nightmare is never-ending. In order to escape her heartbreaking past, the middle-school counselor relocates to a new city for a fresh start and a second chance at happiness and perhaps even love. Through her faith and the support of her family and friends she discovers sought after answers during an unexpected journey.
Excerpt #2:
“Baby, I’m so stinkin’ proud of you,” Courtney screams, jumping into Sam’s arms. She wraps her legs around his trim hips. He eagerly grabs two handfuls of Courtney’s ripe ass, before plastering a loud smack of a kiss across her grinning lips. Brooks and Rachel can’t help but enjoy the antics of their crazy in love friends.
After several minutes, Brooks interrupts the lip lock. “Hey, you two crazy love birds, there are others invited to this celebration party.” Rachel chuckles and lightly blushes, attempting to absorb the enormity of Brooks’ masculinity and stunningly effervescent smile and good looks. Every muscle on his heavenly sculpted physique is ripped. The man is truly amazing and Rachel despises using that word to describe anything. Every time a bachelor or bachelorette on the ABC reality television show says “amazing” Rachel groans. You would think the producers would beg the participants to choose another word, before the viewer’s pull every hair out of their heads.
“Sorry, man, but would you turn down a celebratory kiss from this gorgeous woman?” Sam asks.
Courtney interrupts, “Sam, stop it. Put me down you crazy man.” He reluctantly obliges her request. “Rachel, this is Brooks Reynolds. Brooks, meet my dear friend and co-worker, Rachel Thompson.”
“It’s a pleasure to meet you, Brooks. Congrats on your victory. I’ve never been to a rodeo, so it’s been a real treat to know someone participating, much less the winners.”
“Well, thank you, Rachel. It’s a pleasure to meet you and we appreciated the cheers coming from you two lovely ladies.” Brooks imagines what a celebratory kiss would feel like from Rachel.
“You heard us?’ Courtney asks.
“Baby, who didn’t hear you?’ Sam laughs. Rachel and Brooks join in the jovial eruption. “We need to grab a quick shower, before we head out. How about we meet you ladies at Round-up for dinner and drinks?”
Courtney replies, “Sounds good, but don’t take too long.”
“Trust me, baby, this is one time I’ll be quick.” Sam teases with a wink and a sexy smirk. Rachel blushes; whereas, the other three laugh loudly. The guys slap each other on the back and head to the showers. Rachel’s program book slips from her hand. After retrieving it from the dirty floor, she stands and finds Brooks stealing one more look her way. The intensity of his stare permeates her skin removing any opportunity for a winter chill. In fact, Rachel immediately turns her program book into a fan as she catches up to her petite friend during their walk to Courtney’s car.
“Did I do good or did I do good?” Courtney beams.
“Sam’s quite a catch, Courtney, and he obviously adores you,” Rachel replies.
“No, silly. I meant Brooks. Isn’t he delicious?” she says with a steamy, sultry tone.
Rachel half-heartedly laughs, before answering. “Delicious would not have been my first choice to describe him, but he’s definitely handsome and seems genuinely nice.”
“Oh, please. He’s gorgeous, a perfect gentleman, and built like nobody’s business. If I didn’t have Sam I would be all over him. He’s a catch and you know it. So don’t shut down on me.” Rachel cuts her eyes toward her petite friend. Courtney notices the look, but continues, “Loosen up and have fun.” She wraps her arm firmly around Rachel’s waist. “I want you to find someone. I want you to be happy like me and besides…wouldn’t it be amazing if we could double date all the time?”
Rachel cringes, prior to replying, “Amazing.”
Review by Tabitha:
As a blogger I read a lot of books, but I can honestly say that I have never read a more compelling and beautiful story than this one. It really made me not only stop and think about all the trials and tribulations that the main character was going through, but it made me feel and I mean really feel!! I felt every emotion reading this book, all the good, all the bad, and all the holy cow what just happened? The author told a story that will make you really think about how much we have to depend on faith to get us through all the trials of life. I don’t usually cry in books, but this book had me in tears from about 45% on. Some were tears of joy, some were tears of sorrow, but all in all this book is just one of those books that I believe everyone should read. It will break your heart over and over and then it will put the pieces back together again. This is one book you don’t want to miss! To say it is fantastic is a gross understatement!! This book deserves way more than just 5 stars!!! I was lucky enough to beta read this book.
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About G.L. Ross:
G.L. Ross is the author of the Flyboy Trilogy and the soon to be released contemporary/inspirational romance, "The Strength of Love." To learn more about her, visit her via website, Facebook, or Twitter. She loves to hear from her fans. Also, join her street team, The Flygirls. To join, find the link on her website.
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