Ever have one of those books you enjoyed but struggled with? This book was one of those for me. It took me a long time to read it and I'm not really sure why. It was my first from the author. I didn't hate it or love it.

This book was outstanding and hooked me from the start. I love the split timeline- how it was mostly from today's perspective but only hinting at the mystery of the family who came before. I loved the character development, the suspense that held me until the very last page and overall, the lessons I have learned. May I always live life from the edge of eternity.

Sooooo thankful I was able to read this book in advance from Netgalley. Thank you to Tyndale and the author for selecting me to read it. All opinions are my own and was not paid to review this book.

This is a smart and entertaining novel perfect for fans of dual timeline stories. Both Claire and Charlotte are interesting narrators, and I felt curious about how their lives would unfold.

I did find certain aspects of Claire's journey to strain credulity a bit -- first, the husband purchasing the house without even mentioning it to his wife and second, how she forgives him for his betrayals and in a way blames herself.

Overall, the premise of finding a journal in an old house really drew me in and the author kept the story moving at a nice pace.

The themes of redemption and forgiveness are woven nicely throughout the narrative.

I was provided with an e-galley of the book by NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for an unbiased review, and these opinions are my own.

A Million Little Choices by Tamera Alexander is one of my favorite books this year! so very well done! It is no wonder that she is one of my favorite authors. The story follows Claire in the present day, who is struggling in her marriage. Her husband Stephen was unfaithful. When they move to Atlanta, she is shocked to discover that he has bought a house, sight unseen, without consulting her first. As their marriage falls apart, she discovers more about the people who once lived in the house, over 150 years before. As their two stories collide, she will discover the grace of God more fully than she has ever known before. Highly recommend. Would give more than five stars if I could! Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher. All opinions are my own.

Oh, how I loved this story! Anything written by this author is a treat!
Wow, I felt like she was telling my story through Claire, although we haven't gone that far yet. But wow!
“If I could trade my life for his—for . . . Bryan’s— I would.”
This quote to me; so not fair! It's wrong on so many levels.
Here's another quote that I liked
From Nettie to Charlotte, isn't this so true?
“We done walked this road, too many times, and we ain’t goin’ back over it again.” Her eyes softened. “Best we move on from it. For good.” She brushed the hair from my face as though I were still a child. “I know you’d do things differently if you could. We all carry them things inside us. Choices we’d give the world to unravel and stitch up again. But that ain’t how life works, is it?”“No,” I whispered, it isn't.
Oh, how, sometimes I wish I could've done things differently with my own life. But God is the One who orchestrates it. He knows everything about us.
I looooove history! Of any kind! I have a friend who loves telling stories of old homes and who may have lived there. It's his passion. I wholeheartedly believe houses can talk! And the stories they could tell! Houses are like people! They have many secrets just waiting to be discovered!
I loved this story on so many levels! Much of it I can most certainly relate to!
One more quote as I finish this book
“Wise man once told me the sins of the father ain’t passed on to the child no more, ’cause of Jesus! This life is a gift from God himself.”
From Nettie to Charlotte.
Mrs. Charlotte and Nettie's story was the best! I was held spellbound this hot Sunday afternoon and quickly taken back to almost 150 years ago.
It was a most wonderful and time traveling story I've ever read!
I wanted to add one more thing
“Sometimes the truth just won’t stay hidden no more.”
Nettie's favorite saying.
But here's the true thing
Jesus is the way , truth, and light of the world. Only through Him will you find true love, grace, and mercy.
Thanks be to God!
My thanks for a copy of this book. I was NOT required to write a positive review. All opinions expressed are my own.

It is rare that I desire to give a book more than 5 stars. It has to be a book that stays with me a long time because it has touched me or changed me in some way. Tamera Alexander has a way of writing Truth and fiction in a way that stops me dead in my tracks, yet causes unbelievable growth in my heart and my faith. A Million Little Choices is one of those books.

Claire and Stephen. Maggie. Susan. Alex. Bernice. Charlotte and Nettie. My heart just wants to ponder each of them and the various roles they represent. So many options. So many choices. Very mature and adult themes. Infidelity. Prolonged grief. Denial and blame. Shattered trust. Underground Railroad. And yet, Redemption. Grace. Truth. Forgiveness. Friendship.

I love how their lives and stories intersected. The words of truth and wisdom left behind deeply impacted those who found them. You have to read it yourself to know more about that because it is a treasure uncovered throughout the story.

Claire followed a small seed of faith and found herself questioning God so many times. “Why” is a real question and sometimes the only one the heart can utter. It was beautiful to see, in hindsight, how all the choices along the way were used by God to bring something new and beautiful out of the brokenness.

I received a complimentary copy from the publisher via NetGalley and all opinions expressed are solely my own, freely given.

A Million Little Choices by Tamera Alexander is a phenomenal novel. This book deals with the reality of the consequences of infidelity, with the tragedy of death, and with domestic abuse. But there is so much more to this book! With a historic home that leads to a mystery to solve, you won’t be able to put this book down. It is a remarkable testament to God’s unfailing, redemptive love. I could not have loved this book more. Highly recommend! I received a digital copy of this book from the publisher with no obligations. These opinions are entirely my own.

Interesting-enough story about a woman forced to move to save her shaky marriage when her husband takes a job and buys a house without her knowledge or consent. In the process of renovating the house, she stumbles on the story of the house's former residents. Personally, I was disappointed that, no matter how she tries to disguise it, the author falls into the stale and often harmful message of "it's your Christian duty to forgive your cheating spouse because it's probably your fault anyway".

A beautiful story of forgiveness and redemption.

*Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for providing an e-galley in exchange for an honest review.

I struggled getting into this book, but with so many positive reviews, I still recommend giving this book a try.

I received a complimentary copy of this book by the author and was not required to write a positive review. All opinions expressed are mine.

This book takes you through it! It was amazing though. Definitely one to take with you on vacation and enjoy at the beach.

What a powerful story! I love how the author includes the story about the house and how that intersects with their story. There was a lot of heartache in the story but also lots of redemption. My favorite characters were Jane and Bernice.

Thanks so much to netgalley and the publisher for the arc. The opinions are my own.

A MILLION LITTLE CHOICES by TAMERA ALEXANDER tells us about two women, Claire Powell in 1919 and Charlotte Thursman in 1863, whose stories are intertwined, although they are unaware of one another until Claire finds Charlotte’s journal. This journal which speaks of her husband’s cruelty and her determination to protect those she loves from his abuse, helps Claire to cope with her husband’s infidelity and its effect on their precious daughter, Maggie…..
The novel is well written, the characters and their emotions are well portrayed, and the Christian message is strong. We see courage, unconditional love, forgiveness and redemption displayed as the author shows us the family dynamics in each situation.
This is an interesting and inspirational read and one I highly recommend.
I was given a free copy of the book by NetGalley from Tyndale House Publishers. The opinions in this review are completey my own.

I’ve read pretty much every book Tamera Alexander has written and never hesitate to recommend her books to others.
This book surprised me as her normal genre is historical fiction, which this is, in part, but it’s also contemporary fiction. Very well-written! I had trouble putting it down!!

I loved especially the relationship that developed between our main female character, Claire, and the lead historian at the Atlanta history center, Bernice. And the way Bernice prayed!

One thing I love about Christian fiction is the redemptive role God can play if we allow him. This book really showcased that without being preachy. Loved the book and will recommend to my book club when it releases! Thank you to the publisher and net galley for the opportunity to read an ARC of this title!

Claire Powell, a seasoned interior decorator from the Denver, Colorado, region, had just been promoted to partner at her company at the same time as her husband, Stephen, was offered a partnership at a law firm in Atlanta, Georgia. Stephen, decided to relocate. Claire is annoyed by this and his emotional involvement with a woman he met at the gym, but she also accepts the fact her daughter is leaving for college and wonders if moving would help their marriage get back on track. She would make the most of it. But when their ability to connect is hampered by Stephen’s work obligations, Claire starts remodeling this old, historic home in Buckhead Georgia.

Claire discovers a secret tunnel filled with artifacts from the past while remodeling. She is unsure of how to handle such a significant finding. Then Claire finds a private journal kept in 1863 by Charlotte Thursmann, a strong and brave woman who was imprisoned in a cruel marriage, where she's concerned about and tries to protect her unborn child and that of her workers, from her husband’s rage. During the latter stages of the Civil War, Charlotte helped in the Underground Railroad.

Finding her private journal enhanced the story. As time went on, my curiosity in each of these women’s stories and hardships grew. This mystery intrigued me. I appreciated the detours along the way. I can’t put this book down. Long after finishing the story, you’ll continue to think about these characters and their journey. If you haven’t read a book by this author, I highly recommend this one for a great escape and one for your next book club pick.

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A million Little Choices
Tamera Alexander
Pub Date Nov. 7, 2023
Tyndale
Thanks to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for the ARC of this book in exchange for my honest opinion.
I discovered Alexander many years ago and have enjoyed her books laced with Biblical truth.
This Southern Historical Fiction book has a dual timeline plot, thought provoking treatment of difficult relationships, infidelity, forgiveness and trust. It also includes discussion questions if you want to use this book for book club.
5 stars

I discovered Tamera Alexander's books only about a couple of years ago, and put her down as one of my handful of favourite authors. She sure can write! She is not a multiple award winner for nothing.

I was very excited to get a chance to read this one! It was a mostly engrossing read for me. I say mostly because it was painful at times to read about a husband who could so blatantly betray his wife, and I am not sure I had forgiven him even at the end of the book. I will not say whether she did or not, to avoid a spoiler. Ha!

Focus on the Family does well in initiating books such as this to show how relationships can be healed with a little help from above.

The bits of information about heritage houses and architecture was interesting too!

4 and a half stars from me.

A million little choices by Tamara Alexander is a work of historical fiction but rooted in biblical truth. This novel was one I couldn’t wait to get to the end of. Many emotions I have encountered while reading, anger and annoyance on certain characters that then changed to hope and happiness. I appreciate that the author did not go into detail the horrors that Charlotte and Nettie went thru by the evil Achan. We are given just enough to understand and stand up and cheer at the end. Even for Stephen and Claire, especially for them. A lot of wisdom In this book and lots of quotes I have saved. I will end with this quote from the book that I believe summarizes this novel greatly!”
‘What if I lived from A perspective of how my choices might help or hurt others in light of eternity? Might that change the legacy I leave for those coming after me? Would it increase the chance of the lives we are living here on earth will actually live on from eternity?’”

I received this novel as a ARC from NetGalley and thank the publishers for giving me this honor to pre read!

From the very first page, this book drags the readers in, turns them inside out and upside down, and doesn't let go until the very last word of the book. It is by far Tamera Alexander's best offering I've read, and I've read a lot of books by her.

Every day everyone is faced with tiny choices that will eventually culminate into the bigger choices of life. Each choice made has its own consequences and brings the choice-maker to the next choice to be made, once again sending the chooser into the next choice.

Claire Powell is an award winning interior decorator who has just been named partner in her firm in the Denver, Colorado, area. Her husband, Stephen, has just been offered a partnership in a law office in Atlanta, Georgia, and decides to move Claire there. While on a house-hunting trip, Claire finds out that Stephen has already bought a house, and there is really nothing she can do about it. The house is huge and really doesn't fit the lifestyle she wants. But the more she investigates the house, the more she feels there is something to be done with it.

There is an issue with the move in and of itself. Stephen has been emotionally involved with a woman at the gym where he works out. The move is supposed to be a way for him to get away from her before it explodes into a full blown affair. She follows him to Atlanta and makes play after play for him, until each choice pushes him farther and farther into a situation he truly doesn't want.

Once all of the truth is exposed, Claire goes on a rampage with a sledge hammer and finds a room in her house that no one knew was there. In that room are two trunks, one with identical dresses of various sizes, and one with heirlooms and mementos along with a journal. In reading the journal, Claire finds out that the house was part of the Underground Railroad in the later years of the Civil War. While the journal is an integral part of the novel, the story revolves more around Claire and Stephen and the journal enriches the plot exponentially.

There are so many layers to Claire's and Stephen's relationship that Tamera has had to peel away like the layers of an onion. This has been one of the most engrossing books I've read in a while. It was hard to put down, easy to lose sleep over, and I never wanted to set it aside for the chores I needed to do. It isn't highly entertaining as much as it is thought provoking. Five Stars, Two Thumbs Up, and a ticket to ride on the Underground Railroad.

Tyndale House provided the copy I read for this review. All opinions expressed are solely my own.

I am a HUGE Tamera Alexander fan and this book did not disappoint. I loved how seamlessly she wove the present day story and the historical storyline. I found myself thinking of the characters long after I had finished the book. I also found the Underground Railroad history fascinating with the hidden room!