In this sample chapter, we get a glimpse into the life of Beck Holiday, a tough angry New York cop. It is quite clear from the arrest in the first chapter that she has a burden on her heart that is distracting her.

I was drawn to this book because I have not read a female policewoman in Christian fiction so I am curious to see Beck Holiday character growth. Though the book is set in the 1950s and present-day, the other main protagonist is not mentioned in the sample chapter. My curiosity is definitely piqued.

I am looking forward to seeing how their stories intertwine.

This is a provisional rating as I have received the first chapter only from Netgalley. I hope to read and review the whole book in October.
The first chapter is written in a style which has me intrigued about the characters, and an eagerness to know what happens next.

The first chapter does not match up the review of the book nor make me want to read more, but I also realize that it is only the first chapter. I just couldn't connect with the character from one chapter and found her kind of unlikable. Maybe the full book will change my opinion. I don't want to judge the book by the small taste I got of it, but I'm not that interested in reading more if I am honest.

This books seems like it is going to be really good but reading just one chapter was not enough to really formulate an opinion or even get into the story. It was a good chapter though. Looking forward to the entire book because the summary sounds awesome!

Oh man. So I only received a sneak peak at the first chapter from the publisher via NetGalley. The introduction to one of the main characters seems like a major departure from Rachel Hauck's usual work...and I think I'm going to love it. I can't wait to get my hands on the rest.
From the blurb, it sounds like it might be in her usual dual narrative format. But Beck Holiday, at least, seems like she might be a bit grittier than Hauck's usual heroines. I'm intrigued to see where it goes.

Action from the start as police officer Beck Holiday chases a perp on the streets of Manhattan, N.Y. Beck thinks as she runs, “She was never afraid of the dark. But the light? Now that terrified her.”….she yells, ”NYPD. Stop!”

Beck is in the lead her partner Hogan is bring up the rear in this full-on pursuit Hogan wished she’d end. “Adrenaline made her wonder woman.” No way was she ending anything.

I was hooked from the first sentence and caught up in the drama as this angry, tough, woman who’s on edge; almost goes ballistic when she sees a little dog with a misshapen belly that’s obviously filled with drugs.

I was hooked by the action, felt for the two characters that are introduced and left wanting MORE after reading the first chapter!

I’m marking my calendar for the release of this one. April 2, 2019. I have a feeling I won’t want to miss this read. After reading the Book Cover this might make for a good book club pick.

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Looking forward to this book in its entirety. I love RAchel Hauck. She is a tremendous author with a strong Christian message in her books.

Let me start by saying I love Rachel Hauck's writing and most of her books. So I was excited for this preview. But as I was reading I completely forgot who the author was and debated whether I'd want to continue the story or not. It is a departure from her usual stories, which are more light-hearted and this one starts a bit dark and I wasn't sure I was interested or ready to read more. I hope that makes sense? As for writing style, she's still got it. Maybe that's the thing. She had me right in there smelling the dog and feeling Beck's emotions and it was just a little too much for me.

Rachel is one of my favorite authors. She captures the essence of faith, love and family matters and has a beautiful way of expressing it. Her stories are captivating and will leave you wanting more. I can hardly wait to read the rest of this new book when it comes out!

Thank you to Netgalley, the publisher and the author for the opportunity to read this book preview in return for my honest opinion.

This was a great preview of the upcoming book. I cannot wait to read more! Looks like another great book by Rachel Hauck!

After previewing the first chapter of The Memory House, I know realize that I have to wait months and months to read the real thing. I turned the last page and actually said out loud, "Nooooooo!" As with ALL of Rachel Hauck's novels . . . I just can't wait for more!

This first chapter is amazing! I can’t wait to read the whole book! It feels like it’s going to be a little different from some of the others, but I’m excited to see where it goes.

I have read every single Rachel Hauck book and loved each one. This was only a preview of Chapter one. But it captured my interest and I can't wait to read the rest of the book. The author has a special gift of creating characters that feel like old friends and The Memory House is no exception.

Only 1 chapter was not enough. Even though I only got to read 10 pages, it definitely piqued my interest and I'm looking forward to reading the whole book!

Very different from what I've previously read from Rachel Hauck. I didn't care for the dark nature of the story but I'm curious to see where it goes because I enjoy this author.

I received the first chapter of this book from Net Galley in exchange for my honest opinion of it and I think this will be an amazing read. Tough cop Beck is going soft when she finds a mistreated pup during a drug bust.

I cannot say that the first chapter pulled me in. BUT...after reading the book description and the fact that I have enjoyed every book by Rachel Hauck, I know this book will be enjoyable! I am looking forward to reading it when it comes out.

I didn’t enjoy this book at all. I thought of giving up but since it was just a few pages I hung on. Just not for me

With only a chapter to judge, I have to say I am excited to read the rest of the book. The first chapter had me hoping I had the rest of the book to read! I will absolutely be on the lookout for this book when it is published in 2019.

Oh man, I have to wait ‘til October for the galley? Not fair! This excerpt got under my skin. I HAVE to know if that little dog makes it. 5/5