Reviews for A girl's guide to the Outback : a novel
Library Journal
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Samuel Payton and Kimberly Foster may not always agree, but their work together at Wildfire Youth Ministries is still a success. Kim believes they can grow and expand, but Sam's unconvinced the risk is worth it. When his family calls him back to Australia to help with the family farm, he sees it as a sign to leave Wildfire. Kim tries to make it work but knows Sam's an essential part, so when he calls to ask for financial advice about the farm, Kim finds herself flying to the outback. Working closely together gives Sam and Kim the opportunity to set aside previously held assumptions, and they begin to see each other with fresh eyes. When Kim's time line is moved up and things look dire for the farm, they will need to put their faith in God and trust in His outcomes. VERDICT Kate (Love and Other Mistakes) brings the outback to life in this stand-alone Christian romance that features two people struggling to figure out what they want.—Kellie Tilton, Univ. of Cincinnati Blue Ash
Publishers Weekly
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Kate (Love and Other Mistakes) delivers an endearing inspirational romance that spans continents. Headstrong business expert Kimberly and risk-averse youth pastor Sam cannot seem to get along as they attempt to launch a youth ministry in Charlottesville, Va. After three years of little progress, Sam learns his family farm in Australia is at risk of bankruptcy and decides to return home to help save his family’s legacy. However, once there, he and his sister realize they need a professional to help ensure the farm’s long-term survival. Meanwhile, Kimberly is unable to secure a new pastor for the ministry. When she receives an offer from Sam to help hire his replacement in exchange for her business expertise, she accepts and travels to Australia to assess the farm’s needs. As Kimberly learns a new way of life and starts to trust Sam, she thinks she might have found the family she never had. She also helps Sam begin to believe in himself and God’s plan. Their story is paralleled by Sam’s sister’s relationship with her on-again, off-again boyfriend, and everyone experiences spiritual growth and contemplates the bonds that bind families. With its dramatic descriptions of the Australian landscape, this sweet romantic inspirational will please readers of Katherine Reay. (Jan.)
