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Miller's Creek #2
A Path Less Traveled
Grief paints a celebration with shades of gray…
Trish James shoulders a secret, while her son wrestles with his daddy’s death.
Andy Tyler conceals his own haunting past, but becomes a father-figure for her daddy-starved little boy and helps him through the psychological trauma.
Trish is determined to forge a path for her son, but will that mean leaving Miller’s Creek? Or is God leading her to…
A Path Less Traveled
(Book 2 in the Miller's Creek novels)
Available online & in bookstores
Trish James shoulders a secret, while her son wrestles with his daddy’s death.
Andy Tyler conceals his own haunting past, but becomes a father-figure for her daddy-starved little boy and helps him through the psychological trauma.
Trish is determined to forge a path for her son, but will that mean leaving Miller’s Creek? Or is God leading her to…
A Path Less Traveled
(Book 2 in the Miller's Creek novels)
Available online & in bookstores
312 pages, Paperback
First published October 19, 2010
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February 5, 2015
This book was one of those where I knew exactly what was going to happen on page two. While this isn't always a problem when it's a romance (I don't like romances that have the wrong kind of surprises, like the couple not ending up together!) this one was a bit different. The attraction between the couples begins almost immediately, which means the resistance of one or other of the couple also begins immediately. This made it a frustrating read for me, as there was antagonism between the two leads from almost the first page, and it continued with a great deal of to-ing and fro-ing for almost every page of the novel.
I found Trish, the main protagonist, difficult to warm to from the start. I understand her defensive nature, considering what she had been through, but it still grated on me that she never seemed to learn anything at all until the very end of the novel, when suddenly she wondered why she hadn't worked it out earlier. Me too.
I guess that can be the frustrating thing about some romance novels. The author needs to have attraction initially, but conflict to keep them apart until the end, but I felt the conflict was overdone, especially in regards to Trish's bull-headed nature.
**SPOILERS AHEAD**
Not only that, but some things about the end frustrated me. There's a tornado, but no member of her family thinks to check on how Trish fared when they know she never asks for help? She says she's definitely going to move, then her son runs away and she doesn't talk to him about why he ran away - which I think was quite clearly because of the move, even from her point of view - and the next thing the poor kid knows is he's in the car and moving with her, without being allowed to say goodbye to any of his family? That seemed unrealistic and out of character for Trish, when she had previously been so concerned with his welfare. And the moral of the story was covered so often I felt Trish should have got the message sooner.
So it was a disappointing read for me.
I found Trish, the main protagonist, difficult to warm to from the start. I understand her defensive nature, considering what she had been through, but it still grated on me that she never seemed to learn anything at all until the very end of the novel, when suddenly she wondered why she hadn't worked it out earlier. Me too.
I guess that can be the frustrating thing about some romance novels. The author needs to have attraction initially, but conflict to keep them apart until the end, but I felt the conflict was overdone, especially in regards to Trish's bull-headed nature.
**SPOILERS AHEAD**
Not only that, but some things about the end frustrated me. There's a tornado, but no member of her family thinks to check on how Trish fared when they know she never asks for help? She says she's definitely going to move, then her son runs away and she doesn't talk to him about why he ran away - which I think was quite clearly because of the move, even from her point of view - and the next thing the poor kid knows is he's in the car and moving with her, without being allowed to say goodbye to any of his family? That seemed unrealistic and out of character for Trish, when she had previously been so concerned with his welfare. And the moral of the story was covered so often I felt Trish should have got the message sooner.
So it was a disappointing read for me.
October 31, 2017
A Path Less Traveled by Cathy Bryant
Have read the prior books in this series so I am familiar with the characters but it can be read as a stand alone as you are brought up to date.
Starts out with Trish and her son and she's helping with her brother Steve, the mayor's wedding to Dani. Dani's friend Adam has returned as they were friends from college and he helped set up the money to revitalize the town, using her inherited money.
Like how the previous one is similar to this where things just go so wrong, all the time. Nobody can catch a break.
Like the last book anything that can go wrong will and then more... events occur that keep her in town and Adam wants to relocate.
Problems at school with Beau has her burning the candle at both ends...
Lots of quotes from the Bible and scriptures that fit into the real life tragedies that keep occuring to help them get over the turmoil.
Predictable but with many twists and turns.
Discussion questions included.
Have read the prior books in this series so I am familiar with the characters but it can be read as a stand alone as you are brought up to date.
Starts out with Trish and her son and she's helping with her brother Steve, the mayor's wedding to Dani. Dani's friend Adam has returned as they were friends from college and he helped set up the money to revitalize the town, using her inherited money.
Like how the previous one is similar to this where things just go so wrong, all the time. Nobody can catch a break.
Like the last book anything that can go wrong will and then more... events occur that keep her in town and Adam wants to relocate.
Problems at school with Beau has her burning the candle at both ends...
Lots of quotes from the Bible and scriptures that fit into the real life tragedies that keep occuring to help them get over the turmoil.
Predictable but with many twists and turns.
Discussion questions included.
November 25, 2010
The tradition of a beautiful story wrapped up in wholesome Christian values continues in this second novel in the series.
When I wrote my review for Texas Roads, I had no idea how much I would grow to love the characters in Miller's Creek. I just knew I had to continue reading on, and see who or what happens next. Cathy, more accolades to you in doing such a wonderful job of keeping the story flowing, keeping the readers interests and keeping with God. I appreciated every word and ate it all up.
Thank you Cathy for the beautifully written story. I cannot wait to read The Way of Grace and see what happens with the new guy in town.
When I wrote my review for Texas Roads, I had no idea how much I would grow to love the characters in Miller's Creek. I just knew I had to continue reading on, and see who or what happens next. Cathy, more accolades to you in doing such a wonderful job of keeping the story flowing, keeping the readers interests and keeping with God. I appreciated every word and ate it all up.
Thank you Cathy for the beautifully written story. I cannot wait to read The Way of Grace and see what happens with the new guy in town.
July 13, 2017
Book 2 is as awesome as book 1!
There is a danger in not letting the Lord or others help us when we need it. I wanted to slap the main character many times, but I knew I'd have to slap myself too. I'm glad she finally realized that she couldn't do it all by herself. Are you one of those people who, like me, tries to do that? If so, this book is for you.
There is a danger in not letting the Lord or others help us when we need it. I wanted to slap the main character many times, but I knew I'd have to slap myself too. I'm glad she finally realized that she couldn't do it all by herself. Are you one of those people who, like me, tries to do that? If so, this book is for you.
December 29, 2018
Proverbs 3:5-6," Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths," has always been one of my favorite bible passages. So it was such a delight to find out that the book through its main character reflected the importance of "trusting the Lord" particularly when we do not understand the twists and turns in our lives. That when we rely on the Lord, he will direct our steps in ways we could never imagine.
Wonderful book!!!
In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths," has always been one of my favorite bible passages. So it was such a delight to find out that the book through its main character reflected the importance of "trusting the Lord" particularly when we do not understand the twists and turns in our lives. That when we rely on the Lord, he will direct our steps in ways we could never imagine.
Wonderful book!!!
February 9, 2017
Trish James is a young, recently widowed mother who wants nothing more than to make it on her own. She is financially struggling, but does not want anyone to "rescue" her or her son, Little Bo, despite multiple offers from family members. Determined to prove to everyone she is capable of taking care of herself and Bo, she starts up a small, design business in Miller's Creek. She soon discovers there is not much of a demand for her line of work in the small town and begins to entertain the thought of moving to Austin, TX for a better paying job.
Andy Tyler is a recently single laywer, who has come to Miller's Creek for a friend's wedding. After meeting Trish, he soon leaves his flourishing job in the city to assume the role as Miller's Creek's city attorney. He wants nothing more than to show Trish and Bo how much he cares for them, but Trish feels it is much too soon after the death of her husband to even consider what might happen between her and Andy.
The book continues with the ups and downs of their friendship as Andy helps Bo cope with the loss of his father and even helps Trish allow herself to enjoy painting again. There is a constant reminder of how we should give things to God, instead of taking them into our own hands, as He always knows best.
When Trish can't seem to understand God's plan through all the hardships, she makes the decision to leave Miller's Creek, but Andy knows this is the wrong decision and chases after her. Will she finally let Andy rescue her?
This is a good read, but not the book for me. I can understand how many people would enjoy this book, but I had a hard time getting through it. In the beginning, you jump right into the story and it held my attention. Then, it starts to slow down toward the middle, and I started to like almost every other character more than Trish, which caused a problem for me. I felt like she was very ungrateful all the way to the end, and the struggle between her and Andy was frustrating for me, as I couldn't see why Andy tried so hard, when Trish constantly pushed him away. However, the message in this book is very uplifting and one that everyone should use in their own lives.
Andy Tyler is a recently single laywer, who has come to Miller's Creek for a friend's wedding. After meeting Trish, he soon leaves his flourishing job in the city to assume the role as Miller's Creek's city attorney. He wants nothing more than to show Trish and Bo how much he cares for them, but Trish feels it is much too soon after the death of her husband to even consider what might happen between her and Andy.
The book continues with the ups and downs of their friendship as Andy helps Bo cope with the loss of his father and even helps Trish allow herself to enjoy painting again. There is a constant reminder of how we should give things to God, instead of taking them into our own hands, as He always knows best.
When Trish can't seem to understand God's plan through all the hardships, she makes the decision to leave Miller's Creek, but Andy knows this is the wrong decision and chases after her. Will she finally let Andy rescue her?
This is a good read, but not the book for me. I can understand how many people would enjoy this book, but I had a hard time getting through it. In the beginning, you jump right into the story and it held my attention. Then, it starts to slow down toward the middle, and I started to like almost every other character more than Trish, which caused a problem for me. I felt like she was very ungrateful all the way to the end, and the struggle between her and Andy was frustrating for me, as I couldn't see why Andy tried so hard, when Trish constantly pushed him away. However, the message in this book is very uplifting and one that everyone should use in their own lives.
March 18, 2015
A Path Less Traveled is book 2 in the Miller’s Creek series by Cathy Bryant. Book 2 is a very good book and has a lot of suspense as well as romance.
Trisha has become a widow with a small boy to raise. Although she belonged to a fairly wealthy family, she was almost broke since she had let Doc’s life insurance drop while he was fighting for his life after being kicked by a horse. Trisha is trying to open an interior design business in Miller’s Creek but wasn’t having much success. Her brother and his fiancée, Dani, hired her to decorate for their wedding. Trisha was in the process of decorating the sanctuary when Andy Tyler, Dani’s lawyer friend, arrived from Dallas. He volunteered to help carry in a box of candles and globes from her car. When he brought them in, he tripped and broke the globes and in the ensuing chaos, knocked down what she had already done. This was not a good start to her business. However, she rose to the occasion and created a lovely display for the wedding and reception. Normally, this would result in other offers; but in Miller’s Creek, it didn’t. A friend, Delaine, in Austin asked her to come down to see about a job with an interior designer in Austin. This friend of Delaine’s was interested in hiring a new person and it would be a perfect job for Trisha. One thing held her back, her son Little Bo! He was having problems adjusting to not having a father and really needed his extended family who were willing to help where they could and where Trish would let them. She also loved living in Miller’s Creek, being a housewife and an artist. However, now she was mother, father, and breadwinner. It looked like she had no choice.
Andy Tyler has decided to close his practice in Dallas and open one in Miller’s Creek. While working with Dani, he had come to know the town and liked it. He wasn’t sure of his reception as on his previous visit he had been accused of trying to burn the town down. Nevertheless, he took the position of City Attorney and came to Miller’s Creek. He hired Trisha to decorate his new office and later to help decorate his private practice building and his home. He takes on the challenge of coaching Little Bo’s T-ball team because he identifies with fatherless Little Bo. He begins to really love Little Bo and his mother. Can he convince her to accept his help and possibly his love?
Trisha has become a widow with a small boy to raise. Although she belonged to a fairly wealthy family, she was almost broke since she had let Doc’s life insurance drop while he was fighting for his life after being kicked by a horse. Trisha is trying to open an interior design business in Miller’s Creek but wasn’t having much success. Her brother and his fiancée, Dani, hired her to decorate for their wedding. Trisha was in the process of decorating the sanctuary when Andy Tyler, Dani’s lawyer friend, arrived from Dallas. He volunteered to help carry in a box of candles and globes from her car. When he brought them in, he tripped and broke the globes and in the ensuing chaos, knocked down what she had already done. This was not a good start to her business. However, she rose to the occasion and created a lovely display for the wedding and reception. Normally, this would result in other offers; but in Miller’s Creek, it didn’t. A friend, Delaine, in Austin asked her to come down to see about a job with an interior designer in Austin. This friend of Delaine’s was interested in hiring a new person and it would be a perfect job for Trisha. One thing held her back, her son Little Bo! He was having problems adjusting to not having a father and really needed his extended family who were willing to help where they could and where Trish would let them. She also loved living in Miller’s Creek, being a housewife and an artist. However, now she was mother, father, and breadwinner. It looked like she had no choice.
Andy Tyler has decided to close his practice in Dallas and open one in Miller’s Creek. While working with Dani, he had come to know the town and liked it. He wasn’t sure of his reception as on his previous visit he had been accused of trying to burn the town down. Nevertheless, he took the position of City Attorney and came to Miller’s Creek. He hired Trisha to decorate his new office and later to help decorate his private practice building and his home. He takes on the challenge of coaching Little Bo’s T-ball team because he identifies with fatherless Little Bo. He begins to really love Little Bo and his mother. Can he convince her to accept his help and possibly his love?
August 26, 2017
A recently-widowed woman is tired of being rescued. Though surrounded by friends and family, Trish is determined to blaze a path for herself and her daddy-starved little boy without outside help. Unfortunately, her attempts to run a small town business just doesn't pay the piles of bills. Though the new attorney in town, Andy, seems interested in both her and little Bo, the timing is all wrong. At heart, she's a small town girl, but will her current life circumstances mean leaving Miller's Creek?
This book can be read as a stand-alone although it does have some minor connections to book 1. Trish drove me a wee bit crazy in her drive for independence. She didn't want to rely on family, friends, or God. Bryant did an excellent job of showing how Trish grows and learns that it is all right to lean on others but especially on God. I loved Andy because he never gave up on Trish no matter how many times she pushed him away. His caring and concern for Bo and his incredible suggestions for helping him get through his PTSD were amazing. Once again, family plays a major part as secondary characters; and Mama Beth not only fills their stomachs with delicious comfort food but finds a new role in her life.
Like all her books, this one is well written, engaging and filled with faith. I look forward to reading the next book in this series and wonder which family member will get the next focus.
FAVORITE QUOTE:
"Trust that God is only going to give us what we can handle. Anything else is our struggle to do it on our own."
I received a complimentary copy to facilitate this review. Opinions are mine alone. I was not compensated for this review.
This book can be read as a stand-alone although it does have some minor connections to book 1. Trish drove me a wee bit crazy in her drive for independence. She didn't want to rely on family, friends, or God. Bryant did an excellent job of showing how Trish grows and learns that it is all right to lean on others but especially on God. I loved Andy because he never gave up on Trish no matter how many times she pushed him away. His caring and concern for Bo and his incredible suggestions for helping him get through his PTSD were amazing. Once again, family plays a major part as secondary characters; and Mama Beth not only fills their stomachs with delicious comfort food but finds a new role in her life.
Like all her books, this one is well written, engaging and filled with faith. I look forward to reading the next book in this series and wonder which family member will get the next focus.
FAVORITE QUOTE:
"Trust that God is only going to give us what we can handle. Anything else is our struggle to do it on our own."
I received a complimentary copy to facilitate this review. Opinions are mine alone. I was not compensated for this review.
February 9, 2011
Well, Cathy Bryant has done it again! See, she has this nasty little habit of writing wonderful books that get me all choked up and emotional, causing anyone around me witnessing the display to make fun of me. I guess I'll just have to forgive her and continue to read her wonderful stories. A Path Less Traveled is part of the Miller's Creek Series and if I may say, the best one yet (granted there have only been two so far, who knows maybe the third will top them all :) If you are a regular follower of my blog, you probably already know that silly little romances are my guilty pleasure. I eat them right up, but as much as I love those over dramatic and unrealistic stories, nothing compares to a solid, real romance that focuses on more than physical attraction and drama. Cathy Bryant's stories are about faith, family, sacrifice and of course, love and romance. A Path Less Traveled is by no means a silly little romance. It is wonderfully written, and there is real heart behind every single word...
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March 1, 2016
A sweet story! There were a few "uber-Christian" moments early on that made me think this book would be a turnoff, but that heavy-handed approach didn't continue throughout the book. I really liked Andy, the love interest in this story--more so than Trish, the main character. Overall, an enjoyable read. I'll look for more in this series.
December 3, 2010
Great book! Very realistic. I could really relate to many of the things the main character was going through. I think you might could as well. I think I enjoyed this book even more than the first one. It was very easy to read - very smooth. I give both books a five star rating.
May 5, 2017
This was my kind of love story. Contemporary and given to many twists and turns. I do think, however, that sometimes the main characters reacted in ways that were ever so slightly unrealistic.
Just really enjoyed this novel.
Just really enjoyed this novel.
September 16, 2018
Endearing plot with twists. When I get tired of gore in newer mysteries or preachiness of SOME Christian plots, I go to my “re-readables.” This book is on the list. Like the characters and the plot. Recommended.
March 1, 2020
Delightful journey in learning to trust
Once again, this author has woven a beautiful, entrancing story of love for God and others. The theme of this one is trust, with the scripture Proverbs 3:5 as the text.
Trish James and Andy Taylor meet at a wedding of Trish’s brother and Andy’s friend. While trying to be helpful, Andy accidentally breaks a bunch of decorations Trish is putting up. It’s the last straw in a long hard day for Trish, who’s struggling to make ends meet as a recent widow and single mom. To Andy’s expression of concern she replies for the first of many times that she’s fine.
Trish continues to try to make it on her own, mounting ip debts and increasing her exhaustion. She takes on extra jobs, skips meals, sells her car, tries to sell some artwork and whatever she can think of to make ends meet. Meanwhile, every effort that Andy makes to help her is met with resistance.
Andy sees himself in Trish’s troubled five-year-old and wants to help the boy as a special father figure had once done for him. At the same time, he grows more and more impressed with Trish and determined to do whatever it takes to earn her trust.
Fraught with twists, turns, setbacks and losses, this story is both realistic and raw. Be sure to keep tissues handy! I would have given this story five stars, but I did find a few typos, and some of the plot was a tad contrived at times. But if you enjoy a wholesome romance with some good life lessons to boot, then this is a good choice. Best of all, the ebook version is free!
Once again, this author has woven a beautiful, entrancing story of love for God and others. The theme of this one is trust, with the scripture Proverbs 3:5 as the text.
Trish James and Andy Taylor meet at a wedding of Trish’s brother and Andy’s friend. While trying to be helpful, Andy accidentally breaks a bunch of decorations Trish is putting up. It’s the last straw in a long hard day for Trish, who’s struggling to make ends meet as a recent widow and single mom. To Andy’s expression of concern she replies for the first of many times that she’s fine.
Trish continues to try to make it on her own, mounting ip debts and increasing her exhaustion. She takes on extra jobs, skips meals, sells her car, tries to sell some artwork and whatever she can think of to make ends meet. Meanwhile, every effort that Andy makes to help her is met with resistance.
Andy sees himself in Trish’s troubled five-year-old and wants to help the boy as a special father figure had once done for him. At the same time, he grows more and more impressed with Trish and determined to do whatever it takes to earn her trust.
Fraught with twists, turns, setbacks and losses, this story is both realistic and raw. Be sure to keep tissues handy! I would have given this story five stars, but I did find a few typos, and some of the plot was a tad contrived at times. But if you enjoy a wholesome romance with some good life lessons to boot, then this is a good choice. Best of all, the ebook version is free!
March 27, 2018
Book 1 was about Dani meeting and marrying Steve. Book 2 is about Trish meeting and marrying Andy. Even though the story was predictable, I enjoyed it. There were more typos than necessary, but the characters were so nice that I was mostly able to overlook them. As in book 1, there was a lot of emotional switching - friendly one minute, angry the next, sad the next, back to angry, etc. One huge flaw in this book was the absence of Dani's adopted mom, Cecille. She wasn't even mentioned in this book. It sounds like I didn't like the book, but that's not the case. The characters are just so nice that I want to read faster to make sure that everything works out for them.
Trish's husband died a few months before Dani and Steve's wedding, so she's having to figure out ways to earn money since she lost the life insurance policy due to forgetting to renew the policy. After months of stubbornly refusing everyone's help, she finally realizes that God had put people in her life to help her just like she would help others when she could.
Trish's husband died a few months before Dani and Steve's wedding, so she's having to figure out ways to earn money since she lost the life insurance policy due to forgetting to renew the policy. After months of stubbornly refusing everyone's help, she finally realizes that God had put people in her life to help her just like she would help others when she could.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 12, 2018
Sweet story
Why is it so easy to see that other people are not being as open to the influence of God in their lives as they should but so impossible at times to see that same trait within ourselves? Why is it so easy to look back and see the influence of the Lord in our past yet so difficult to see His work in our present? This book pointed out some of our human frailties and tendencies to we members of the human race seem to have in thinking we have to do it all by ourselves. I enjoyed the reminders that came through such poignant examples that I need to lean on Him and truly trust. Beyond the wonderful message of faith and trust the story in this book was very moving. The characters were well developed and resembled actual people so well I could identify myself and others I know in many of them. This book has a touching story of grief, love (both old and new), family, friendship, strength, persistence, happiness, hope, and trust. I absolutely recommend it to others.
Why is it so easy to see that other people are not being as open to the influence of God in their lives as they should but so impossible at times to see that same trait within ourselves? Why is it so easy to look back and see the influence of the Lord in our past yet so difficult to see His work in our present? This book pointed out some of our human frailties and tendencies to we members of the human race seem to have in thinking we have to do it all by ourselves. I enjoyed the reminders that came through such poignant examples that I need to lean on Him and truly trust. Beyond the wonderful message of faith and trust the story in this book was very moving. The characters were well developed and resembled actual people so well I could identify myself and others I know in many of them. This book has a touching story of grief, love (both old and new), family, friendship, strength, persistence, happiness, hope, and trust. I absolutely recommend it to others.
did-not-finish
July 19, 2024The writing was pretty good in this book and the story, while a little slow, was nice. However, I decided to quit at the 35% mark for a couple of reasons:
1. Trish doesn't want help, even though her situation is desperate. Yes, I have met people like this, but there is usually a reason and Trish didn't seem to have one, making her come across as more like a toddler wanting to do things all herself
2. The emotions in this book were a little off. I mean sometimes you could feel the grief Trish is feeling and other times she is crying and you want to roll your eyes. I guess the best way was we just don't know enough of what is going on inside her to understand why she is having the ups and downs
3. The Texas references were getting to be overdone. I mean, I love being born and raised in Texas but this book was starting to insert "Texas-sized" before a lot of things and it was getting to be a bit much. There were also a couple things that made me cock my head and made me wonder if the author knew Texas geography.
Anyway, this isn't a bad book, just not one I cared to continue.
1. Trish doesn't want help, even though her situation is desperate. Yes, I have met people like this, but there is usually a reason and Trish didn't seem to have one, making her come across as more like a toddler wanting to do things all herself
2. The emotions in this book were a little off. I mean sometimes you could feel the grief Trish is feeling and other times she is crying and you want to roll your eyes. I guess the best way was we just don't know enough of what is going on inside her to understand why she is having the ups and downs
3. The Texas references were getting to be overdone. I mean, I love being born and raised in Texas but this book was starting to insert "Texas-sized" before a lot of things and it was getting to be a bit much. There were also a couple things that made me cock my head and made me wonder if the author knew Texas geography.
Anyway, this isn't a bad book, just not one I cared to continue.
May 17, 2019
The best in the series so far
Trish James is heartbroken and trying to forge through life without anyone’s help. She hated help because she felt pitied. Andy from the city shows up for Dani’s wedding to Steve and he gets intrigued with Trish. He is determined to do everything to help Trish even though it meant recovering his past and putting in hours and lots of money. He learns in the process to rely on God as Trish also learns to trust God when she was at a breaking point.
The relationship between Andy and Bo was the sweetest. I love this little guy character. Andy is used by God as a father figure in Bo’s life when Bo is angry with the world and faces a difficult time as a child in need of therapy. Andy offers that help too.
God uses Andy, Bo and Mama Beth to speak to Trish in subtle ways but like me, she’s stubborn and determined to do things her own way until her break point.
Trish James is heartbroken and trying to forge through life without anyone’s help. She hated help because she felt pitied. Andy from the city shows up for Dani’s wedding to Steve and he gets intrigued with Trish. He is determined to do everything to help Trish even though it meant recovering his past and putting in hours and lots of money. He learns in the process to rely on God as Trish also learns to trust God when she was at a breaking point.
The relationship between Andy and Bo was the sweetest. I love this little guy character. Andy is used by God as a father figure in Bo’s life when Bo is angry with the world and faces a difficult time as a child in need of therapy. Andy offers that help too.
God uses Andy, Bo and Mama Beth to speak to Trish in subtle ways but like me, she’s stubborn and determined to do things her own way until her break point.
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June 25, 2024 You know those books that you get really sucked into and so you stay up way, way, WAY too late reading them??? Yepp, this was one of those books! In fact I stayed up much too late two nights in a row and finished it in just a couple of days, haha. Cathy does a wonderful job of really drawing you into the story and making you get engaged in the characters. I wanted to shake Trish a couple of times in the book and tell her to stop being dumb! I think the fact I was getting mad at her shows that I was pretty invested in the story! I really enjoyed Cathy’s writing and felt that I was able to understand the entire story line even though it’s the second book in the series-it definitely worked well as a “stand alone” book. I would really like to read the rest of the series now! I would highly recommend this book to anyone who likes Christian Romance Novels--it is definitely worth (staying up late) reading!
August 12, 2019
A Path Less Traveled
The concept of the story was a good one yet it was ruined by the most obnoxious, nasty, mean, main character. I really tried giving Trish some extra lead way because she lost her husband. It was mentioned so many times about her coldness that I felt the chill myself.
The worst part was she acted so mean and hateful in front of her 5 year old son. He had to deal the the death of his father and a mother who caused him so much sadness.
If I were Andy I would have dumped her after the second time she treated me like dirt and disrespected me. His role was a hard one to accept because no one could fall in love with someone so horrible.
I'm thankful this and the first book were free because there was a lot of mean and nastiness in it also. I'd be real upset if I paid money for both of them. I'm not sure if I have it in me to try book 3.
The concept of the story was a good one yet it was ruined by the most obnoxious, nasty, mean, main character. I really tried giving Trish some extra lead way because she lost her husband. It was mentioned so many times about her coldness that I felt the chill myself.
The worst part was she acted so mean and hateful in front of her 5 year old son. He had to deal the the death of his father and a mother who caused him so much sadness.
If I were Andy I would have dumped her after the second time she treated me like dirt and disrespected me. His role was a hard one to accept because no one could fall in love with someone so horrible.
I'm thankful this and the first book were free because there was a lot of mean and nastiness in it also. I'd be real upset if I paid money for both of them. I'm not sure if I have it in me to try book 3.
September 25, 2019
What do a widowed young mother, struggling to survive, and a successful lawyer recently ditched the night before his wedding have in common? And what secret does the widow hold guiltily in her heart? Add to the story a sweet 6-year-old who's also hurting since his Dad's accident and death. A story of how hurting people come together and God brings restoration. I did have a problem liking the h, Trish. She was prideful, arrogant, and downright rude to family and friends. But, I suppose, the author was emphasizing how fear, worry, and pride can make us disagreeable even to ourself. Moral of the story: "Trusting God is easy to say, but not so easy to do." A clean warm-hearted story with a HEA that I highly recommend.
June 30, 2020
This was a very good story with a Christian message. The main character, Trish James, has been suddenly widowed and is determined to make her way on her own, with no help from anyone. She is struggling, physically, mentally, financially and spiritually. This is supposed to be a stand-alone story, but it kept referring to characters and instances that were introduced in the first book of the series. This was a bit confusing. For instance, I don't know why the male protagonist, Andy Tyler, is afraid to enter the woods. The book was suspenseful and interesting through to the end. I am thinking about reading the first book so that I can string together some of the things that puzzle me about Miller's Creek.
August 20, 2019
You are a terrific write
Please don't read this unless you a t to know the point of the story I ha e read 84 pages and I really can't stand Trish.JIm sorry for her pain and I'm so sorry for her loss but I can stand her. Shes stubborn, mean and a real bitch. Not sure I can of sent to finish this book. She shows no kindness or appreciation of respect for anyone around her. She shows no respect or acceptance of God's love and just plows through without consideration toward others
Please don't read this unless you a t to know the point of the story I ha e read 84 pages and I really can't stand Trish.JIm sorry for her pain and I'm so sorry for her loss but I can stand her. Shes stubborn, mean and a real bitch. Not sure I can of sent to finish this book. She shows no kindness or appreciation of respect for anyone around her. She shows no respect or acceptance of God's love and just plows through without consideration toward others
August 17, 2017
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I was disappointed that a single, Christian, mother with a strong support system, turns her back on everyone and tries to do everything herself - to the point of starving her child of nutrition and emotional guidance. I guess I shouldn't criticize, but it was beyond my comprehension.
A Christian romance, for me, should reflect more inspiration. Again, this series seems to dwell on the hardships and glaze over the inspiration, then jump to an abrupt conclusion.
I was disappointed that a single, Christian, mother with a strong support system, turns her back on everyone and tries to do everything herself - to the point of starving her child of nutrition and emotional guidance. I guess I shouldn't criticize, but it was beyond my comprehension.
A Christian romance, for me, should reflect more inspiration. Again, this series seems to dwell on the hardships and glaze over the inspiration, then jump to an abrupt conclusion.
October 21, 2017
Incredible Book based on my favorite Scripture!
I absolutely loved this Novel by Cathy Bryant! It was my first but will not be my last. I would/will recommend this book to Everyone because I think it really teaches you how to deal with grief, PTSD, being a single mother, family issues, money problems, etc... And also how you should listen to the Lord and he will make your path straight!
I absolutely loved this Novel by Cathy Bryant! It was my first but will not be my last. I would/will recommend this book to Everyone because I think it really teaches you how to deal with grief, PTSD, being a single mother, family issues, money problems, etc... And also how you should listen to the Lord and he will make your path straight!
July 21, 2018
Amazing!
As i read this, my hubby told me his new job would be a traveling job for the next several months. My heart devastated, yet i went through the grief, the rebuilding, the meeting go and letting God, and the trust with this main character! Thank you for spring the Lord to use you as a writer! I was indeed blessed!
My hubby leaves in a few days and even though I will miss him, I can trust in God's provision and His plan!
As i read this, my hubby told me his new job would be a traveling job for the next several months. My heart devastated, yet i went through the grief, the rebuilding, the meeting go and letting God, and the trust with this main character! Thank you for spring the Lord to use you as a writer! I was indeed blessed!
My hubby leaves in a few days and even though I will miss him, I can trust in God's provision and His plan!
September 18, 2018
I think this is especially true for young woman today, who are under the impression, they not only should be able to do everything on their own, but must. Of course, mankind has always been into I can do it myself mode, and that is shutting God out.
However, God is not so easily shut out, He will continue to either gently knock on your door, or in some case, let you fall to the very bottom, until you realize you need Him ( and other believers He has brought into your life.)
However, God is not so easily shut out, He will continue to either gently knock on your door, or in some case, let you fall to the very bottom, until you realize you need Him ( and other believers He has brought into your life.)
September 22, 2018
A Path Less Traveled is well written. It had all the emotion of going through trauma. It portrays feelings of doubt, pride and insecurity that hits at the hearts of men, women and children.
A great book for church libraries, young adults and/or teens.
It covers passion with respect. It has several episodes of fear and danger. It encapsulates all these things in a very believable year.
A great book for church libraries, young adults and/or teens.
It covers passion with respect. It has several episodes of fear and danger. It encapsulates all these things in a very believable year.
December 22, 2019
A Path Less Traveled: A Miller's Creek Novel by Cathy Bryant A Path Less Traveled: A Miller's Creek Novel by Cathy Bryant was a heartwarming story. It's a single-parent romance. I gave it four stars.
I received a complimentary Kindle copy of this book from the author. This did not influence my opinion for this review.
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I received a complimentary Kindle copy of this book from the author. This did not influence my opinion for this review.
Link to purchase: https://www.amazon.com/PATH-TRAVELED-...
May 25, 2021
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Cathy Bryant. What an author. Kept me involved from beginning to ending. Started reading this morning and couldn’t put it down. Awesome characterizations and storyline that makes her the author she is. I will recommend to anyone who wants to read a clean wholesome book that touches your heart in unexpected ways. Many thanks for this authors efforts. Job well done.
Cathy Bryant. What an author. Kept me involved from beginning to ending. Started reading this morning and couldn’t put it down. Awesome characterizations and storyline that makes her the author she is. I will recommend to anyone who wants to read a clean wholesome book that touches your heart in unexpected ways. Many thanks for this authors efforts. Job well done.
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