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hismercysurrounding's review against another edition
3.0
Virginia Simpson longs for adventure . . . and she gets it. With her friends off at college, she longs to go to college, too. But some events in her life seem to tell her otherwise. With her sister having a baby, she decides to wait a while. And then, when her sweetheart, Jamison, visits from college and some sad news comes about another friend, things seem to be all gone awry. But God knows what’s best for her, and there is something wonderful around the corner.
Join Virginia on her journey. You won’t be sorry you did.
(Review written earlier, about when I read it.)
Join Virginia on her journey. You won’t be sorry you did.
(Review written earlier, about when I read it.)
devilishangelreads25's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
jessallen's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
ellyfrancesca's review against another edition
4.0
Man I wanted Tom to be the future husband. Why’d Jonathan have to turn up
jan1234's review
4.0
I enjoyed this book more than the last one. So much so, that I read this in a day. (It is half term though).
I liked the way Virginia was there for Jenny when she needed someone. This was much more family orientated than the last book, which I love. It was nice to see Virginia coming to terms with the break up of her first love. I did feel that the book ended abruptly for my tastes though. I own this on my Kindle. Looking forward to the next book in the series.
I liked the way Virginia was there for Jenny when she needed someone. This was much more family orientated than the last book, which I love. It was nice to see Virginia coming to terms with the break up of her first love. I did feel that the book ended abruptly for my tastes though. I own this on my Kindle. Looking forward to the next book in the series.
lizzles's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
princess71608's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
crystalmbookshelf83's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.0
daybreak1012's review against another edition
4.0
I always forget how much I enjoy this series, a spin-off, or maybe more an extension of the Love Comes Softly series that I so loved, chronicling the earlier years of the older Davis clan generation.
What I liked about A Searching Heart:
The writing - To be sure, it isn't fine literature. What it is is comforting, like a warm hug, in addition to requiring very little brain power. But that doesn't mean it's not well-constructed. The story and the characters are well-developed, and the plot moves along at an engaging pace.
Virginia's challenges - Most, if not all of us, have gone through first heartbreak, through the uncertainty of moving away from childhood and into being an adult, through changes of both the exciting and the unwanted varieties. I found all of it relatable and thought-provoking in a reflective way.
What I didn't care for:
Lack of explanation in a few areas - Without elaborating to the point of any spoilers, I would have liked some additional hints or explanations regarding the events involving Clara and Jenny. I also often found myself wondering what year we're actually in at this point. The passage of time is marked by changing seasons, but I like to have some sense of "when" I am in history. There just isn't enough indication from the setting details that are given.
I am never sorry when I drop into the lives of the Davis extended family. We're spanning four generations now, and it feels cozy and familiar. I love the gentle way their stories are told. They do not shy from hardship and challenges, despite the Hallmark-like feel; there is honesty as well. References to Christian faith and values are prevalent but not saccharine, and I appreciate the way they are woven in. There are two books remaining in this series and I look forward to them with a quiet eagerness.
What I liked about A Searching Heart:
The writing - To be sure, it isn't fine literature. What it is is comforting, like a warm hug, in addition to requiring very little brain power. But that doesn't mean it's not well-constructed. The story and the characters are well-developed, and the plot moves along at an engaging pace.
Virginia's challenges - Most, if not all of us, have gone through first heartbreak, through the uncertainty of moving away from childhood and into being an adult, through changes of both the exciting and the unwanted varieties. I found all of it relatable and thought-provoking in a reflective way.
What I didn't care for:
Lack of explanation in a few areas - Without elaborating to the point of any spoilers, I would have liked some additional hints or explanations regarding the events involving Clara and Jenny. I also often found myself wondering what year we're actually in at this point. The passage of time is marked by changing seasons, but I like to have some sense of "when" I am in history. There just isn't enough indication from the setting details that are given.
I am never sorry when I drop into the lives of the Davis extended family. We're spanning four generations now, and it feels cozy and familiar. I love the gentle way their stories are told. They do not shy from hardship and challenges, despite the Hallmark-like feel; there is honesty as well. References to Christian faith and values are prevalent but not saccharine, and I appreciate the way they are woven in. There are two books remaining in this series and I look forward to them with a quiet eagerness.
breenakm's review against another edition
4.0
Another inspiring story continues. I'm happy to read books that vary from the normal as far as relationships go.
Clean, uplifting, faith inspiring. Good, good book.
Clean, uplifting, faith inspiring. Good, good book.