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He had to deal with some series issues and choices, some of his choices made me frown and think, "no don't do that! Spiritually this was a heavy book - dealing with serious issues in Lance's family and also with regards to Star, though it was mild compared to Frank Peretti's books. I loved the flashbacks to Antonia's past and looking forward to read her grandparents story, which is a separate series altogether.
I enjoyed Antonia and Marco's story and it completed some questions left open in book 1. I enjoyed seeing Rese coming out of her shell. I loved the interaction between her and Pop Lance's father when she repaired something and enjoyed the Italian family interactions. I enjoyed the teaser to Sofie and looking forward to dig deep into her story as well. This book left me without words. All i can say is if you read the first book, continue the series. Recommended for more "mature" readers.
Sep 11, Emily rated it liked it. Not as good as the first one However, I still would like to know the outcome of the story. I read some reviews for the following book and they said much of the focus shifted away from the two main characters from the first two books I hope that some closure will still be brought to their story. Wanting to discover more about the secrets his Nonna Antonia has kept hidden for so long, Lance Michelli goes back to his home in New York. Coming back with him is Rese Barrett, the woman he had met in Sonoma, where he began his pursuit for the truth of his family's past.
Rese has agreed to go with him, to give Lance a second chance to prove he is worthy of her trust. In New York, Rese meets Lance's family, whose way of life- so different from her own- is slightly overwhelming, although friendly Wanting to discover more about the secrets his Nonna Antonia has kept hidden for so long, Lance Michelli goes back to his home in New York. In New York, Rese meets Lance's family, whose way of life- so different from her own- is slightly overwhelming, although friendly and welcoming. With Nonna Antonia's health so fragile, the unraveling of the past is slow.
In her mind, Antonia relives her life in Sonoma and the reason she left her beloved home with her husband, Marco Michelli. Her character-driven plot kept me turning the pages to find out what happens next to Lance and Rese. I think these books "Secrets" and "Unforgotten" are the best-developed books I have Read to this point. I had to stop a couple of time and look around to make sure that the characters hadn't come to life.
I also love the way she did Antonia's story back when she was fleeing her home in Sonoma, California with a man whom she knew little about other than he had sworn to protect her from her father's killers. Lance has discovered the secrets that were hidden in Antonia's old home which is now owned by Rese Barrett. At the conclusion of "Secrets" Rese and Lance decided to head to the Bronx in New York City to speak to Antonia about the villa and what she wants to do with the property even though legally she still owns it even though Rese had paid for the property.
Lance finds himself caught between the two women he loves and must sacrifice more than he has to give. An awesome, riveting story filled with romance, angst and the ever-lasting love and forgiveness of God. I would Recommend this book, and the others in the series to anyone. Sep 28, Lou Barba rated it really liked it. I read this book with some impatience, not with the writing but with the two main characters. How could they take something so simple and make it so difficult? I enjoyed the way Kristen made the characters in the book so real, even though they were unusual. Lance Michelli is someone I would like to know as a friend.
Rese Barret is a woman I would never have survived with, and the same was almost true with Lance. An added bonus was the tale of an old vendetta against the Michelli family. This is I read this book with some impatience, not with the writing but with the two main characters. This is a rich, multifaceted story, and is well worth reading.
I read the whole series, and when I found out there was no more, I was disappointed. I thoroughly enjoyed my time with the Michelli family and the others. Apr 07, Trudy E rated it really liked it. It is Lance's goal to share with Nonna Antonia what he has discovered about their family history and to acquaint Rese with his family and life in Little Italy.
It turns out to be more of a process than he thought in both cases and for a time he is divided in his loyalties between the women he loves most as he strives to seek the will of the God he serves. Vivid descriptions of the neighborhood and Lance and Rese make their way back to the Bronx where Lance's Italian family nearly overwhelms Rese. Vivid descriptions of the neighborhood and family dynamics continue to draw you in to this second book in the series. Feb 21, Amy Riccio rated it really liked it. I am so glad that there are some good Christian fiction writer's out there.
Kristen is descriptive and gives you time to let you get to know the characters and fall in love with them. I got confused a few times in the plot as details were revealed. Maybe I wasn't paying attention, or there could have been a little more clarity. I had it all sorted out by the end though.
Mar 04, Sherry Ledet rated it it was amazing. Second book in the series. Jan 01, Leah rated it liked it. Removing familiar characters from familiar settings is a risky move, especially if an author is trying to retain readers through a three-part series. But if the author was trying to make readers feel as out-of-sorts as the characters, then she was successful. Thankfully I continued reading after Lance and Rese stepped out of the t Removing familiar characters from familiar settings is a risky move, especially if an author is trying to retain readers through a three-part series. Thankfully I continued reading after Lance and Rese stepped out of the taxi cab on page one and eventually enjoyed getting to know Nonna as a young woman.
I could have done with a little less Book One plot summary though.
I did roll my eyes once when Lance took on yet another family conflict only a few pages from the end. After reading this conflict's resolution, I regretted my hasty judgment because the message of his actions was powerful. Jan 15, Brynn rated it liked it Shelves: This book was good but not as good as the first one.
It moved a lot more slowly. I felt like I could identify with Rese more than Lance in this one totally opposite of the 1st one! Their relationship was complicated. At the end of the first book it seemed like they got it worked out but they continued to have problems in this one. Still I did want them to end up together.
My other issue was how Lance dealt with the vendetta he discovered. First of all I couldn't see why he let that come between him and Rese. And secondly it was so far in the past that I didn't understand why he couldn't just forgive and move on. Although he did do that eventually it took long enough I was getting rather impatient. However even though this book wasn't perfect for me I still enjoyed it. I think this authors writing style is amazing! Feb 15, Jessica Krall rated it it was amazing.
Every once in a while, you find a book that when you finish reading it, you're simply quiet. This book dealt with so many things, I'm at a loss where to begin. It dealt with the obvious mystery that Lance needed to solve for his beloved Grandmother, Antonia.
It also dealt with the death of his Grandfather, Nonno, from many years prior. But the two real triumphs in this book were the unpeeling of the layers of hurt that Rese had buried deep inside her.
Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. Or, get it for Kobo Super Points! Rescue Me Montana Rescue Book 2. I did roll my eyes once when Lance took on yet another family conflict only a few pages from the end. It also dealt with the death of his Grandfather, Nonno, from many years prior.
Secondly, the awakening of her faith. The in Every once in a while, you find a book that when you finish reading it, you're simply quiet. The interpersonal relationships and the faith shared between Rese and Lance, plus the friendships of the many characters of the book, just really made me sad to finish this book. I only have one book left in this trilogy!! The characters are so beautifully written and God and family so wonderfully expressed.
It touched me in many, many ways. I cannot wait to read more by Kristen Heitzmann. If you love the Lord, you will adore this series! Oct 19, Maritza rated it it was amazing. I love this series! Although there were a few lagging parts I loved hearing about Nonna Anonia as a young girl and how she fell in love with Marco I was disappointed to see that Lance and Rese didn't really resolve anything at the end so I hope in book 3 they do because I heard book 3 was more about Sophie I guess we will see! Oct 13, Karen rated it really liked it.
I really liked it! It was slow at times, like the first book, but I just love all the characters and the plot and the twists. Sep 21, Heidi rated it really liked it. Jan 16, Dee rated it it was amazing. Jul 15, Lisa Carter rated it really liked it Shelves: Great sequel to Secrets. Looking forward to reading the third in the Michelli series. Dec 28, Jill rated it really liked it Shelves: I enjoyed this sequel, especially the revelation of Antonia's story and the continuation of Lance and Rese's romance.
Also loved the Italian family in their apartment house in the Bronx. Oct 14, Pat rated it it was amazing. A masterpiece family saga If you read to get lost in a story, to fall a little in love with the characters and tuck the lessons learned in your heart, you'll want to read this series. Great read Heitzmann brings us through book two of the Michelli family series with great skill and wonderment over what God can do through us if only we give ourselves to Him.
The sequel was as good as Secrets. Thank you Kristen Heitzmann. I love your stories, your characters, your settings. Christian romance is definitely my genre of choice. Apr 21, Christine Jeffrey rated it it was amazing. Sep 04, Darlene Cowley rated it liked it.
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