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Hanover Falls #3
After All
Featuring her trademark warm, friendly style, the final novel in bestselling and award-winning Deborah Raney’s Hanover Falls series offers plenty of romance and mystery as three people find hope, forgiveness, and love in unexpected places.
Eighteen months after the tragic Grove Street Fire took the life of her husband, David, and four other heroic firefighters, Susan Marlowe thinks she’s finally beginning to heal.
But then she discovers that David carried a secret to his grave.
A secret that changes everything she thought their marriage had been.
For the sake of their sons, can Susan forgive the unforgivable?
Andrea Morley lost her closest friend in the fire. But she has no right to mourn him. Instead, she must forever grieve in silence—because her dearest friend was someone else’s husband. Peter Brennan carries the weight of the world on his shoulders. As Hanover Falls’ fire chief, he was responsible for the brave firefighters
who lost their lives that awful November night.
Can he ever shake the feeling that he should have somehow prevented the tragedy?
As he tries to rebuild the team at Clemens County’s Station 2, it seems he might find comfort in the arms of the woman he least expected.
Eighteen months after the tragic Grove Street Fire took the life of her husband, David, and four other heroic firefighters, Susan Marlowe thinks she’s finally beginning to heal.
But then she discovers that David carried a secret to his grave.
A secret that changes everything she thought their marriage had been.
For the sake of their sons, can Susan forgive the unforgivable?
Andrea Morley lost her closest friend in the fire. But she has no right to mourn him. Instead, she must forever grieve in silence—because her dearest friend was someone else’s husband. Peter Brennan carries the weight of the world on his shoulders. As Hanover Falls’ fire chief, he was responsible for the brave firefighters
who lost their lives that awful November night.
Can he ever shake the feeling that he should have somehow prevented the tragedy?
As he tries to rebuild the team at Clemens County’s Station 2, it seems he might find comfort in the arms of the woman he least expected.
368 pages, Paperback
Published May 1, 2012
About the author
Deborah Raney
101 books639 followersDEBORAH RANEY's first novel, A Vow to Cherish, inspired the World Wide Pictures film of the same title and launched Deb’s writing career. Twenty-five years, forty-plus books, and numerous awards later, she's still creating stories that touch hearts and lives. Her novels have won RWA's RITA Award, the ACFW Carol Award, the National Readers Choice Award, and the HOLT Medallion. She is also a three-time Christy Award finalist. Deb is a recent Missouri transplant, having moved with her husband, Ken Raney, from their native Kansas to be closer to kids and grandkids. They love road trips, Friday garage sale dates, and breakfast on the screened porch overlooking their wooded backyard. Visit Deb on the Web at www.deborahraney.com.
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April 19, 2012
I had read the first book Almost Forever in Deborah Raney's Hanover Falls series. The series begins with a fire that kills 5 firefighters and the three books follow various families as they mourn, try to heal and survive these losses.
After All is the final book. I immediately connected with Susan, the director of the Hanover Falls homeless shelter and the widow of one of the firefighters who lost his life when the shelter was destroyed by fire.
After All could be called the Book of Secrets Revealed. Susan begins to discover her husband's secrets and at the same time feels drawn to another firefighter. Can she love again?
Deborah Raney's style is deceptively simple but draws a reader deep into the lives of her characters. I highly recommend this series and especially the final book, After All!
After All is the final book. I immediately connected with Susan, the director of the Hanover Falls homeless shelter and the widow of one of the firefighters who lost his life when the shelter was destroyed by fire.
After All could be called the Book of Secrets Revealed. Susan begins to discover her husband's secrets and at the same time feels drawn to another firefighter. Can she love again?
Deborah Raney's style is deceptively simple but draws a reader deep into the lives of her characters. I highly recommend this series and especially the final book, After All!
April 25, 2012
In the final book in the Hanover Falls Series, After All by Deborah Raney provides the reader with a sense of closure in one instance and a moving forward and new beginnings in another. Susan Marlowe is beginning to pick up the pieces of the life she knew that was destroyed in ashes just eighteen months ago, when her husband David and four other firefighters were killed in an accidental fire at Grove Street Shelter.
She was the one responsible for running the homeless shelter despite her husband David's misgivings about wondering if the shelter was doing more harm than good to the cities residents. Yet when fights, and threats began to break out there, David felt that Susan was opening herself up for more trouble than it was worth and their marriage began to take a turn for the worse, with each of them spending more time at their jobs than at working on strengthening their marriage.
Now that Susan has begun to rebuild the Grove Street Shelter in a building across from where the former one stood, she is once again making the headlines in the local paper, The Courier. Seems now that Bee Quinton, feels its her responsibility to seek the answers for two letters to the editor about the homeless shelter and its purpose in bringing out the worst criminals to the city. When Susan takes the bait in defense of the good the shelter offers families in need a place to stay over sleeping in their car, she does more harm than good in feeding Bee just what she needs to make the front page.
Fortunately for Susan, not everyone believes the homeless shelter is a bad thing for the city when Chief Peter Brennan speaks out in her defense reminding the citizens of Susan's diligence in having fire alarms and smoke detectors installed. Now if only he can keep his mind on the tasks of running the local fire station instead of romantic thoughts about Susan. However Peter finds himself the source of competition between Susan and fire inspector Andrea Morley, a first in his life since his previous wife Lana left him when they couldn't have children.
Just what type of closure will After All bid for its readers in this series conclusion? You'll have to pick up the book and find out. Even though this is the third and final book in the series, there is enough back story for the reader that this one can be read as a stand alone, but trust me, if this is the first book you've had the pleasure to read from Deborah, you'll definitely want to pick up the other two.
I received After All by Deborah Raney compliments of Howard Books, a division of Simon and Schuster for my honest review and LOVED it! Just the perfect amount of suspense and romance to keep the reader entertained and turning pages til the end. If you love Christian Romance novels or have a spark for firefighters, then this is a MUST read for you! I rate this one a sizzling 4.5 out of 5 stars.
She was the one responsible for running the homeless shelter despite her husband David's misgivings about wondering if the shelter was doing more harm than good to the cities residents. Yet when fights, and threats began to break out there, David felt that Susan was opening herself up for more trouble than it was worth and their marriage began to take a turn for the worse, with each of them spending more time at their jobs than at working on strengthening their marriage.
Now that Susan has begun to rebuild the Grove Street Shelter in a building across from where the former one stood, she is once again making the headlines in the local paper, The Courier. Seems now that Bee Quinton, feels its her responsibility to seek the answers for two letters to the editor about the homeless shelter and its purpose in bringing out the worst criminals to the city. When Susan takes the bait in defense of the good the shelter offers families in need a place to stay over sleeping in their car, she does more harm than good in feeding Bee just what she needs to make the front page.
Fortunately for Susan, not everyone believes the homeless shelter is a bad thing for the city when Chief Peter Brennan speaks out in her defense reminding the citizens of Susan's diligence in having fire alarms and smoke detectors installed. Now if only he can keep his mind on the tasks of running the local fire station instead of romantic thoughts about Susan. However Peter finds himself the source of competition between Susan and fire inspector Andrea Morley, a first in his life since his previous wife Lana left him when they couldn't have children.
Just what type of closure will After All bid for its readers in this series conclusion? You'll have to pick up the book and find out. Even though this is the third and final book in the series, there is enough back story for the reader that this one can be read as a stand alone, but trust me, if this is the first book you've had the pleasure to read from Deborah, you'll definitely want to pick up the other two.
I received After All by Deborah Raney compliments of Howard Books, a division of Simon and Schuster for my honest review and LOVED it! Just the perfect amount of suspense and romance to keep the reader entertained and turning pages til the end. If you love Christian Romance novels or have a spark for firefighters, then this is a MUST read for you! I rate this one a sizzling 4.5 out of 5 stars.
June 30, 2012
In this past year or so I've become one of the most well-read christian romance readers in all of Indiana. Bragging rights? Anyhoo, I grabbed this book because based on the description (and it's genre) I figured it would be a quick read and I need to start zipping through my insanely large "to read" book-pile from Goodreads.
It was as I guessed an insanely fast read, which isn't necessarily a bad thing. The story follows Susan, the widow of a fallen fire fighter who struggles to deal with her loss, with her family (she has two adult sons), and her homeless shelter. Her husband and five other fire fighters died in a tragic fire the year before when her fledgling homeless shelter caught fire. Many people in the town thought good riddance of the homeless shelter and were aghast when she re-opened it in another location so soon after her husband's death. She faces opposition everywhere she goes, especially from Fire Chief Peter who harbors some blame at the homeless for starting the fire that killed five of his men, including Susan's husband, the year prior. Against his better judgement he starts to help out Susan and they begin to develop feelings for each other. Besides struggling to keep the shelter open, Susan must deal with the fact that her son informed her that her fallen husband had been cheating on her prior to his untimely death, and then she has to deal with the temptress herself as she tries to steal Peter away from her.
Overall, this was a small quick plot that was easy to plow through. Not the most romantic or impactful, but a light breezy beach read that fills the time. Not great, not bad. But alright for a Christian romance.
Disclaimer, this book is the third in a trilogy, although you would never know it by the way the story is set up. It stands easily on it's own, I was never once confused.
I received this book free from Goodreads giveaways in return for my unbiased, honest opinion.
It was as I guessed an insanely fast read, which isn't necessarily a bad thing. The story follows Susan, the widow of a fallen fire fighter who struggles to deal with her loss, with her family (she has two adult sons), and her homeless shelter. Her husband and five other fire fighters died in a tragic fire the year before when her fledgling homeless shelter caught fire. Many people in the town thought good riddance of the homeless shelter and were aghast when she re-opened it in another location so soon after her husband's death. She faces opposition everywhere she goes, especially from Fire Chief Peter who harbors some blame at the homeless for starting the fire that killed five of his men, including Susan's husband, the year prior. Against his better judgement he starts to help out Susan and they begin to develop feelings for each other. Besides struggling to keep the shelter open, Susan must deal with the fact that her son informed her that her fallen husband had been cheating on her prior to his untimely death, and then she has to deal with the temptress herself as she tries to steal Peter away from her.
Overall, this was a small quick plot that was easy to plow through. Not the most romantic or impactful, but a light breezy beach read that fills the time. Not great, not bad. But alright for a Christian romance.
Disclaimer, this book is the third in a trilogy, although you would never know it by the way the story is set up. It stands easily on it's own, I was never once confused.
I received this book free from Goodreads giveaways in return for my unbiased, honest opinion.
April 23, 2012
I loved re-joining old friends from the first two novels, and seeing how their lives have progressed. It is always neat to see how they have moved on in their lives.
Susan Marlowe has gone forward in her life, nevertheless it is not easy. Loosing her husband and the love of her life, she realizes that while things were a bit different in her marriage with David, she never realized exactly how things were. David's death took a secret to his grave, but that secret was not staying buried with him. Their son Davy knew the truth and it is now destroying his life, as he cannot handle the truth that his father was not what he had thought he was.
Susan is not sure how to help Davy, because he is not revealing all he knows until a fire in the woods behind their house brings things to a head.
Pete Brennan, fire chief will never forget the fire that cost him so many lives of his fire fighters. He carries that burden with him, along with a failed marriage, he is not sure he will ever date again, much less fall in love. Imagine his surprise when suddenly he is trying to juggle two women in his life. Susan Marlowe the wife of one of his firefighters lost in the fire, and Andrea Morely the area fire inspector. Will he figure it out before he looses something important in his life.
I loved the conclusion to the Hanover Falls Series. Deborah Raney truly tells a story that hooks you and keeps you reading to the end. A great story that deals with loss, hurts and betrayals, she handles the story line wonderfully. You have to read this series. A great series. 353 pages US $14.99 4 stars
This book was provided by Howard Books for review purposes only, no payment was received for this review.
Susan Marlowe has gone forward in her life, nevertheless it is not easy. Loosing her husband and the love of her life, she realizes that while things were a bit different in her marriage with David, she never realized exactly how things were. David's death took a secret to his grave, but that secret was not staying buried with him. Their son Davy knew the truth and it is now destroying his life, as he cannot handle the truth that his father was not what he had thought he was.
Susan is not sure how to help Davy, because he is not revealing all he knows until a fire in the woods behind their house brings things to a head.
Pete Brennan, fire chief will never forget the fire that cost him so many lives of his fire fighters. He carries that burden with him, along with a failed marriage, he is not sure he will ever date again, much less fall in love. Imagine his surprise when suddenly he is trying to juggle two women in his life. Susan Marlowe the wife of one of his firefighters lost in the fire, and Andrea Morely the area fire inspector. Will he figure it out before he looses something important in his life.
I loved the conclusion to the Hanover Falls Series. Deborah Raney truly tells a story that hooks you and keeps you reading to the end. A great story that deals with loss, hurts and betrayals, she handles the story line wonderfully. You have to read this series. A great series. 353 pages US $14.99 4 stars
This book was provided by Howard Books for review purposes only, no payment was received for this review.
April 26, 2012
I almost did the happy dance when I pulled this book out of my mailbox a couple of days ago! I have been looking forward to its release since last summer when I interviewed Deborah Raney about Forever After, the second Hanover Falls book, and she also gave me a sneak peak into this final novel. After All primarily focuses on Susan Marlowe, the director of the homeless center that burned down, killing her firefighter husband and four of his coworkers as they battled the blaze. Fire Chief Peter Brennan is also a primary figure as he deals with the aftermath of the tragedy. Deborah Raney has crafted a wonderful story that pulsates with emotion - grief, betrayal, anger, and resentment - but she doesn't leave her characters defeated or overcome as hope, faith, forgiveness, and new love rise from the ashes. A hint of danger and suspense and a rather unexpected ending add further depth to this story. I was captivated by After All and read it in almost one sitting! While it can be read as a stand-alone, you will want to read the entire series to fully appreciate and understand the complete story. (As a side note, I particularly love how the titles flow into each other - Always Forever, Forever After, After All!) I wholeheartedly recommend this book and this series!
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from Howard Books (a division of Simon and Schuster) as part of their Blogger Review program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from Howard Books (a division of Simon and Schuster) as part of their Blogger Review program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”
May 10, 2012
In the conclusion to the Hanover Falls series, I found a story riddled with the human condition. A sweet and tender love story that must test the odds. And a cast of characters, I couldn’t help but care for. It’s like stepping into real life, with a divine purpose to entertain.
I have to chuckle *just* a bit since a great deal of the scenes were centered around a meal of some sort with the characters; what is it about food and socialization? (wink) But it’s one thing that gives the novel its charm, because it carries a rich undertone of real life, while giving the reader characters they can cheer for, situations that keep us worried and wondering how they will outsmart their problems.
Having read all three books in the series in the order they were released, I have to say “After All” has been my favorite. It ties up some loose ends from books one and two, gives us snapshots of past characters lives and moves on with the third widow of the Hanover Falls Homeless shelter’s fire.
A quick read, but a fulfilling one, as it tangles and weaves life and family situations in Susan and Pete. Wonderful little subplots that keep the story focused.
A great way to end a good series. Now, this reader wants to know…what’s next?
This review is my honest opinion. Thanks to the publisher for my copy to review.
I have to chuckle *just* a bit since a great deal of the scenes were centered around a meal of some sort with the characters; what is it about food and socialization? (wink) But it’s one thing that gives the novel its charm, because it carries a rich undertone of real life, while giving the reader characters they can cheer for, situations that keep us worried and wondering how they will outsmart their problems.
Having read all three books in the series in the order they were released, I have to say “After All” has been my favorite. It ties up some loose ends from books one and two, gives us snapshots of past characters lives and moves on with the third widow of the Hanover Falls Homeless shelter’s fire.
A quick read, but a fulfilling one, as it tangles and weaves life and family situations in Susan and Pete. Wonderful little subplots that keep the story focused.
A great way to end a good series. Now, this reader wants to know…what’s next?
This review is my honest opinion. Thanks to the publisher for my copy to review.
May 11, 2012
This is a condensed version of this review. My extended review can be found here.
Disclaimers: I received this for review from . Thanks once again. I really appreciate you sending me this to review.
My Overall Thoughts/Impressions: Oh wow! Why haven't I heard of this series and this author before? I absolutely adored this book. I can't begin to express how much I thoroughly enjoyed this one.Raney crafted a world that sucked me in from the get-go and characters that I couldn't help but love.
I haven't read the previous two in the series, but I have a feeling like I am going to have to go back and do so. Let's start with the characters. Yes, both Susan and David made some mistakes, but I couldn't help but like them. Their hearts were in the right place and I definitely loved watching them interact with each other.
I've already mentioned I loved the writing, but I'm going to mention that again. I really enjoyed Raney's writing style. Her writing was beautiful, but didn't draw undue attention to itself. Instead, her writing simply took me on a journey where I could unwind and just be thoroughly entertained by the tale.
I love Christian fiction and this is one that I'm going to be keeping on my shelf.
Disclaimers: I received this for review from . Thanks once again. I really appreciate you sending me this to review.
My Overall Thoughts/Impressions: Oh wow! Why haven't I heard of this series and this author before? I absolutely adored this book. I can't begin to express how much I thoroughly enjoyed this one.Raney crafted a world that sucked me in from the get-go and characters that I couldn't help but love.
I haven't read the previous two in the series, but I have a feeling like I am going to have to go back and do so. Let's start with the characters. Yes, both Susan and David made some mistakes, but I couldn't help but like them. Their hearts were in the right place and I definitely loved watching them interact with each other.
I've already mentioned I loved the writing, but I'm going to mention that again. I really enjoyed Raney's writing style. Her writing was beautiful, but didn't draw undue attention to itself. Instead, her writing simply took me on a journey where I could unwind and just be thoroughly entertained by the tale.
I love Christian fiction and this is one that I'm going to be keeping on my shelf.
May 2, 2012
This is the second book I have read in the Hanover Falls series and it was just as good or better than the other one that I had read. I have to say that Deborah lights firecrackers when she writes. Not only are there sparks of romance there is sparks of jealousy as well. Susan is working on putting the pieces of her life together after the death of her husband David. She is finally getting the Grove Street Shelter up and running, something that is near and dear to her heart. Some in Hanover are not happy about the shelter and the "element" that it brings. Then there is Andrea Morley, Susan knows there is something about her she just can't shake, like why was she at her husband's funeral and so upset. Susan finds herself dating, something she hasn't done in 25 years and she is enjoying it, she just never thought it would be Hanover Fall's Fire Chief. While I haven't read all of the Hanover Falls series, I was able to follow along quite well. I will say this book will make you want to read the previous ones in the series. I highly recommend this! A great book for the summer!!!!
February 16, 2014
Deborah Raney is on my "Top 10" list of all-time favorite authors. She consistently gives us great characters with endearing quirks, captivating stories, and leaves us contemplating them long after we turn the last page. After All, the last in the Hanover Falls series, is no different. I highly recommend it.
November 10, 2023
Great Christian romance
I say those same three worrds often but only if I truly enjoyed the story. If you haven't read book 2 you definitely need to read it before you read this one. Part of the story contains important info about the fire at the animal shelter. I do have 2 questions to which I'll never receive answers. Where did Susan's money come from? The shelter didn't bring in enough money to pay all of its bills, she worked 20-40 hours a week there, as she herself said. Yet she never seemed to have financial trouble, even with her son moving in. The other question is why did Herb try to get his own records? Pete said Zeke had a bad rap sheet, but Herb pretended to be Zeke, then tried to steal his sign in sheet. That suggests that Herb's offenses were worse than Zeke's . Susan, hearing that Zeke's rap sheet was terrible, was still glad Herb was the actual homeless guy & not Zeke. Other than these things, the story flowed smoothly & the characters were great. Pete's raspberry Tootsie roll pops were a great comic relief.
I say those same three worrds often but only if I truly enjoyed the story. If you haven't read book 2 you definitely need to read it before you read this one. Part of the story contains important info about the fire at the animal shelter. I do have 2 questions to which I'll never receive answers. Where did Susan's money come from? The shelter didn't bring in enough money to pay all of its bills, she worked 20-40 hours a week there, as she herself said. Yet she never seemed to have financial trouble, even with her son moving in. The other question is why did Herb try to get his own records? Pete said Zeke had a bad rap sheet, but Herb pretended to be Zeke, then tried to steal his sign in sheet. That suggests that Herb's offenses were worse than Zeke's . Susan, hearing that Zeke's rap sheet was terrible, was still glad Herb was the actual homeless guy & not Zeke. Other than these things, the story flowed smoothly & the characters were great. Pete's raspberry Tootsie roll pops were a great comic relief.
January 17, 2022
Another win
Each book in the Hanover Falls series was excellent! Deborah Raney outdid herself in crafting stories of healing after the horrible tragedy of arson that took the lives of five firefighters at the Grove Street Shelter for homeless and displaced persons. This story centered on the Shelter's founder, Susan Marlowe, whose husband David was one of the fire's victims. Her son droppped out of college and came home and was stirring up trouble for Susan and Pete, the fire chief. Helping him regain his balance was their focus, but meanwhile a tragedy is again stalking Susan. I highly recommend reading these three books in order, even though they could possibly stand alone--you would miss so much though.
Each book in the Hanover Falls series was excellent! Deborah Raney outdid herself in crafting stories of healing after the horrible tragedy of arson that took the lives of five firefighters at the Grove Street Shelter for homeless and displaced persons. This story centered on the Shelter's founder, Susan Marlowe, whose husband David was one of the fire's victims. Her son droppped out of college and came home and was stirring up trouble for Susan and Pete, the fire chief. Helping him regain his balance was their focus, but meanwhile a tragedy is again stalking Susan. I highly recommend reading these three books in order, even though they could possibly stand alone--you would miss so much though.
June 23, 2017
I haven't read any other Christian fiction, but I've gotta think that for this genre, this book is tops. It had a legitimate and intriguing plot line, with relatable characters dealing with grief, guilt, family, work,, and healing. They didn't always say or do things perfectly, but ultimately sought to make the best choices with what life has dealt them. The mentions of God & praying were natural, not overpowering, and didn't hijack the story itself. Having that element made the characters all that more sweet and compelling and realistic to me. Just don't expect to get past first base in this book ;)
January 24, 2021
Caught in a conspiracy
What do fires, homeless people, boomerang kids, and tootsie roll pops have in common? A big part in telling the rest of the story that started in book one. Susan and Pete and Andi, the fire investigator, are caught up in a search for happiness, while Susan focuses on the new homeless shelter and Pete keeps the fire company running smoothly with lots of new recruits.
You'll still find giving hearts and the usual critics as rumors are circulated in the newspaper. Best of all, you'll see God work in the lives and hearts of hurting people. A book to enjoy and think back on the truths it shares.
What do fires, homeless people, boomerang kids, and tootsie roll pops have in common? A big part in telling the rest of the story that started in book one. Susan and Pete and Andi, the fire investigator, are caught up in a search for happiness, while Susan focuses on the new homeless shelter and Pete keeps the fire company running smoothly with lots of new recruits.
You'll still find giving hearts and the usual critics as rumors are circulated in the newspaper. Best of all, you'll see God work in the lives and hearts of hurting people. A book to enjoy and think back on the truths it shares.
July 22, 2021
Enjoyed the conclusion to the series overall. I liked that this was a more mature couple than the previous books. I would have preferred it not take 3/4 of the book for Pete and Susan to decide to acknowledge their feelings toward each other. I also was a bit irritated with Pete initially blowing off Susan from time to time when Andrea came around. I did like the little mystery and the way the author was able to surprise me.
July 13, 2022
A gripping story
Wow, this story had a few layers. Who set the fire at the Homeless Shelter? Was it an accident that caused the death of 5 firefighters? Then on a personal note regarding Susan, was her husband faithful or not, prior to his death? Then along comes Andrea, acting interested in any good looking man, including the Fire Chief, Pete whom Susan is now dating nearly 2 years after the fire that took Susan's husband's life. Great reading, hard to put down!!
Wow, this story had a few layers. Who set the fire at the Homeless Shelter? Was it an accident that caused the death of 5 firefighters? Then on a personal note regarding Susan, was her husband faithful or not, prior to his death? Then along comes Andrea, acting interested in any good looking man, including the Fire Chief, Pete whom Susan is now dating nearly 2 years after the fire that took Susan's husband's life. Great reading, hard to put down!!
December 6, 2019
Good series..Didn't see the twist at the end coming.
I'm sorry this series ended.The characters were so well developed they came to life for me. I found myself thinking about them when I wasn't reading, wondering how they would deal with the obstacles in their path. Thank you Mrs. Raney for an enjoyable escape.
I'm sorry this series ended.The characters were so well developed they came to life for me. I found myself thinking about them when I wasn't reading, wondering how they would deal with the obstacles in their path. Thank you Mrs. Raney for an enjoyable escape.
January 8, 2022
Maybe not quite as good (4.5) as the first two in this series, but this was still a very good read.
Following on with people related to the Hanover Falls homeless center fire, this focuses on Susan Marlowe, director of the homeless shelter that was reestablished across from the burned site, Fire Chief Pete Brennan, and Fire Investigator Andi.
Following on with people related to the Hanover Falls homeless center fire, this focuses on Susan Marlowe, director of the homeless shelter that was reestablished across from the burned site, Fire Chief Pete Brennan, and Fire Investigator Andi.
September 30, 2022
sweet clean read
A good story woven with good writing, could have done with better proof reading, but nothing to put you off finishing. A happy ending.
Nothing said about second son though - that was completely left out and rather obvious. Like a part of the whole story is missing.
A good story woven with good writing, could have done with better proof reading, but nothing to put you off finishing. A happy ending.
Nothing said about second son though - that was completely left out and rather obvious. Like a part of the whole story is missing.
September 26, 2021
Excellent, as per usual
Deborah Raney’s books always are excellent, in my opinion. The stories are thought provoking. I recommend reading all three of this series in order as starting with the first one it is a continuation of the incident that happened there.
Deborah Raney’s books always are excellent, in my opinion. The stories are thought provoking. I recommend reading all three of this series in order as starting with the first one it is a continuation of the incident that happened there.
June 29, 2022
Continuing life
I loved the two series books before this and was happy to have chance to continue the third book.
These were so true to life. People make mistakes but this had a happy ending. Your books are so real and once you get reading its hard to put it down. Thank you so much, keep writing.
I loved the two series books before this and was happy to have chance to continue the third book.
These were so true to life. People make mistakes but this had a happy ending. Your books are so real and once you get reading its hard to put it down. Thank you so much, keep writing.
June 30, 2022
Lovely story.
This is just a very easy to read book. The characters are so real and lovable and well chosen and very strong people. It talks about disasters and yet love and compassion come out of them. Very well written and a good message of the love of God coming through.
This is just a very easy to read book. The characters are so real and lovable and well chosen and very strong people. It talks about disasters and yet love and compassion come out of them. Very well written and a good message of the love of God coming through.
July 4, 2022
After All is a sweet, later in life romance. I loved watching the friendship develop between Susan and Pete. Both have had difficult pasts, and I found myself rooting for their happiness. I enjoyed Pete's fondness for Tootsie Roll Pops!
October 22, 2022
Another great read
I could hardly put the book down! She kept my attention from page one. A fantastic author. God has truly blessed her as a writer. She keeps your attention from page one! A riveting story!
I could hardly put the book down! She kept my attention from page one. A fantastic author. God has truly blessed her as a writer. She keeps your attention from page one! A riveting story!
July 23, 2017
great series
May 6, 2018
AFTER ALL
A wonderful end to the Hanover Falls series, everything tied up nicely for a lot of good characters. Great trilogy!
A wonderful end to the Hanover Falls series, everything tied up nicely for a lot of good characters. Great trilogy!
June 4, 2018
Great easy read
She makes it all seem like the characters are your neighbors and friends the whole series was great..good clean reading
She makes it all seem like the characters are your neighbors and friends the whole series was great..good clean reading
December 7, 2019
Excellent book. I love this author.
July 1, 2022
The clues leading up to the end were so subtle, but the conclusion was satisfying.
October 27, 2022
Wonderful
It was a very heart warming story of deceit and how in the long run that justice was served when the final truth was proven, Happy Ending👍💙💚❤️💕
It was a very heart warming story of deceit and how in the long run that justice was served when the final truth was proven, Happy Ending👍💙💚❤️💕
May 11, 2023
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Good story, A bit of a mid-life crisis, turns into a head crisis. I never think of the good a homeless shelter does. I guess I only hear of the bad and not the good.
Good story, A bit of a mid-life crisis, turns into a head crisis. I never think of the good a homeless shelter does. I guess I only hear of the bad and not the good.
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