I always have a soft heart for sweet romance stories, and this one got me hooked from the very beginning. Great job by the author. It is a short story, but the chemistry between the two main characters - Sarah and Mike - was evident throughout the story. I just wished the author could have kept the story going and showed us how different their relationship truly is now compared to 7 years past -- i.e. interaction with Mike's parents.

One part I didn't fully understand is on the painting Sarah brought to the hospital, that drew profound reactions from both the hospital staff and the little girl. Was it a miracle, and did it have any significance on Sarah's character?

In any case, if you're looking for a well written, sweet romance story, get this one. You won't be disappointed.

Rating: 4 Stars

Genre: Romance, Women's Fiction

Links: Amazon, Reading Alley

After seven years since the break-up, Sarah Chambers knew it was time to try setting thoughts of Mike Rivers aside. It didn’t matter that she loved him; because of his parents, they could never be happy together. Determined to take a step forward in life, she arranged to meet an online friend at a club – but ran into Mike instead.

Fleeing into the darkness, Sarah couldn’t outrun the memories which chased her – of falling in love, of falling apart. Desperate to find refuge from the gathering emotional storm, Sarah heads to the only sanctuary she knows.

Hours later, when Mike arrives at her door unexpectedly claiming he wants to talk, he reveals a devastating secret. Will it bring the ultimate showdown between them or will Sarah be able to look inside herself and, finally, forgive?