Book Review: Dreaming About Forever by Mandi Blake

 


Dreaming About Forever by Mandi Blake - 4.5 Stars 

What a great Christmas read! Mandi Blake is one of my favorite authors ya'll, I have enjoyed all 3 books I have read by her so far! 

I love a good bodyguard, protector story and this one had such a layer of depth. Jordan, a Marine with a Purple Heart and an amputee, brings a profound layer of depth to the story. On the other side, Alicia is a Hollywood singer who finds herself thrust into the tabloids due to a financial scandal involving her parents' embezzlement of millions from her and her sister. Abandoned by her fiancé in the wake of the scandal, she yearns to escape the relentless paparazzi. 

Enter Jordan, hired as her her bodyguard and immediately the chemistry between them is top notch. While their connection is undeniable, it's Jordan who truly shines in this story. The dual POV format, a personal favorite of mine, allows us to see into Jordan's perspective, revealing a strong, protective man dedicated to his role. As the story unfolds, Jordan takes Alicia to Colorado, introducing her to his family at Redemption Ridge as a sanctuary from the tabloids and scandal....and the rest is history. 

While the romance is quick, it did feel natural. We also have a nice, faith thread with church attendance, prayers and salvation in Jesus. This is a really great Christian Christmas Romance! I didn't mind the quickness of their romance because I loved the flow of the story so much and Jordan stole the show! :) Redemption Ridge is such a great small town too. Thanks to the author for providing a free copy to honestly read and review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Goodreads Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/6005148112

Amazon: https://amzn.to/3v14D5h

YouTube Review Video to come.

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