Hum I have to take a deep breathe before writing this review. First I have to say this one made me cry. I am currently dealing with cancer so the secondary story really touched me. I could see my husband. Ms. Hatcher has written a truly wonderful story with realistic characters. The story will touch your heart, make you think, make you smile and leave you feeling blessed. The characters are believable and flawed but trying very realistic. The setting is very well written and makes you feel like you are there. This is an excellent story that will have you eager to read more from Ms. Hatcher. I do hope to see more from these characters. Highly recommended.

Robin Lee Hatcher uses a family Bible, passed from grandfather to grandson, to tell the story of a family who has weathered all manner of storms and come out the other side with strengthened faith. All three books are told from two time periods - present day and past - and in all three, the past focuses on grandfather Andrew Henning and his wife, Helen, and the trials they endured in their marriage.

"How Sweet it Is" tells the story of Jed Henning, great-grandson, whose tech giant company is at the top of its game, thanks to his younger brother Chris' brainchild game. However, Chris has walked away from the family, and their father has demanded that Jed find him and make things right. In fact, he shut the company down to force Jed's hand, and sends him to Boise, Idaho, Chris' last known location.

Arriving in Boise, Jed reconnects with his cousin, Ben, and Ben offers Jed Grandpa Andrew's Bible and a packet of old pictures. As Jed immerses himself in his family's history, he learns that the apartment his grandparents started their marriage in is available to rent. Landlady Holly Stanford is at first reluctant but Jed talks her into a short-term lease.

For her part, Holly is still reeling from being jilted at the altar by her fiance. Not only did he leave her holding the wedding expenses, he also actively talked her into opening the restaurant she inherited from her uncle. Her finances are in a tailspin, so Jed's rent is a life-saver. Her dream has always been to make cakes and other confections, but she feels locked into a restaurant she doesn't love.

As Jed and Holly interact and become friends, can they learn to trust one another with their deepest hurts and dreams?

It would be hard for me to choose which story I liked the most: Andrew and Helen's or Jed and Holly's. Andrew's had such depth of faith, and so many hard things about it, but his triumph came in trusting in God anyway. Jed and Holly struggled with different things, but in the end, trust was their issue, too. I loved watching them take their first babysteps toward a relationship.

Readers who like the time-slip stories with a heavy dose of faith and romance, will love How Sweet it Is. For me, Robin Lee Hatcher is always a MUST READ. It doesn't really matter what she is writing, either, because I know it will always be good.

3 1/2 stars

This was a sweet romance. I liked the chemistry between Holly and Jed. It did take me some time to get invested in the side story of Jed’s great-grandfather. I was touched by it, but did feel like there was a disconnect between the two stories overall.

Holly was once bitten, twice shy when it came to commitment. I liked how Jed worked hard to earn her trust. Her personality was also a good balance to Jed’s particularly when it came to his feelings toward his brother. She helped him overcome his anger. Full review is at my website.

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While Jed and Holly take center stage in this sweet story of redemption, family, and discovering who you want to be, there are really three romances in this series finale.

I received this book from the publisher without having read the previous two, but it was a fine standalone. However, I do think the experience would have been richer during the time slip sequences (one of the other romantic storylines) had I read them first. Even so, Andrew’s love for his wife is such a beautiful, poignant, and achingly sweet part of the book and I loved them dearly.

Holly and Jed were great. I think there have been plenty of reviews sharing their sweetness and so forth. The one I really wished for more of was Chris and Willow. There was a lot left that could’ve been explored, enriching the book without detracting from the main focus on Jed and Holly. Over all, though, I enjoyed this well baked treat and will be looking for more books from the author soon.

In the final book in Robin Lee Hatcher’s Legacy of Faith, we get to spend time with two more of Andrew Henning’s progeny plus catch up with Ben and Ashley from Cross My Heart.

I appreciated the organic progression of Holly and Jed’s romance. Yes, there is interest there from the beginning but these two know right from the start their paths are leading in different directions. It takes some heart changes and revelations before either of them is ready to name what is brewing between them. And while Holly is stuck in the past for much of the book, Jed’s journey moves more quickly as he studies his great-grandfather’s Bible.

Woven throughout is the continuation of Jed Henning’s walk of faith and the impact that has on his ancestors years later. What a legacy to leave your family.

How Sweet It Is has some light-hearted moments that made me smile and some tougher moments that had me reaching for the tissues. Throughout the book, the message of the power, importance, and comfort of spending time digging into God’s word and building a strong relationship with Him rings through. This is an excellent end to the series, and like the author, I am sad to say goodbye to Andrew and his descendants.



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A mission of reconciliation, discovery of family history, and a chance at love.



I was thrilled to get the chance to catch up yet again with the Hennings as Andrew and Helen navigate the challenges of aging, meanwhile in the present their great grandson Jed struggles to find himself and rebuild family ties. Jed has worked non-stop the last few years to make his brother's vision a reality, taking little time for himself or personal relationships. I admired Jed for his level headed approach to things, he takes responsibility, and is a natural leader.



Holly is struggling to make ends meet, while dreaming of a future doing what she loves. I loved her heart for others and how she loves to share what she has with others, even when her life is far from perfect.



I loved returning to the Hennings family as this book continues to follow Andrew and Helen decades previous, while also catching up with their descendants in the present. The dual timelines are well written and compliment each other well. I loved the themes of faith and commitment, as Jed takes time to consider things he hasn't had time for the in the past. A heartwarming and enjoyable read about family, faith, new opportunities and lasting love.


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Holly Stanford is doing the best she can with the restaurant she inherited from her late uncle. But after her fiancé abandons her and the business, Holly regrets having given up her dream of becoming a pastry chef. Now a few bad financial decisions might cost her everything, including her hope for the future.
Jed Henning has done well with his new company despite his prodigal brother’s behavior. When Jed‘s father, the controlling member of the board of directors, temporarily suspends operations until his sons work out their differences, Jed resentfully chases his brother, Chris, to Boise. There Jed rents a basement apartment from Holly and hopes to convince Chris to get his act together before their company collapses.
Unaware that Holly is the one person who can help him get through to Chris, Jed starts the tough work of reconciliation armed with little more than a few family photographs, a stack of old letters, and a Bible that belonged to his great-grandfather, Andrew Henning. And as romance blossoms between Holly and Jed, the story of Jed’s great-grandfather highlights the power of God across the generations and the legacy of a family’s courageous faith.

Holly is stuck with a restaurant she really doesn't want. Her ex-fiancé convinced her to open the restaurant with his promise that he would help her run it while she concentrated on her baking business. Well, that was before the fiancé decided he didn't want to be engaged any more and left town. Jed is on the look out for his younger brother. Their dad gave Jed an ultimatum to find Chris or he would close Jed's business.

This is a story of reconciliation and listening instead of jumping in with both feet without all the facts. An easy read that keeps your interest.

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Holly and Jed's story. Overall, a sweet romance. Holly is struggling with bills, and Jed needs a place to stay while trying to contact his brother. A win-win when he rents her apartment. A side story of Jed's great-grandpa's story adds a nice touch. Would recommend.

Jed Henning doesn't have much to complain about. His business is thriving, and though there is some dysfunction within his family, it's not anything that bothers him too much. Until his father gives him an ultimatum: Reconcile with your brother or suffer the consequences.

Reconciliation requires more than one person, but Jed grumbles all the way from Tacoma to Boise, Chris's last known residence. At least Boise is close to some of his extended family, and Jed finds himself in possession of some of his great-grandfather's belongings. Sorting through them and reading Andrew's Bible helps Jed feel grounded in a new way.

While staying in Boise, Jed rents a basement apartment from Holly Stanford, a young businesswoman mired in regrets, fears, and debt. She wants to follow her dreams but feels saddled with her previous poor decisions. Jed is drawn to her and wants to help, but Holly is skittish after the way her last relationship ended. Can Jed mend things with Chris and find a way to connect with Holly's heart?

Running alongside Jed's story is that of great-grandfather Andrew during the 1960s, continuing the threads we've followed in Who I Am With You and Cross My Heart.

This is a sweet story, but I felt it lacked a little in depth. I didn't connect with Jed or find him compelling. Holly was more real, and I liked seeing Andrew's story play out. There was a beautiful layer of faith presented, and hope for those facing family conflicts. I can imagine a lot of people will enjoy this as a light read. I would highly recommend reading the whole series to get the full impact of Andrew's story.

I received my copy of the book from Prism Book Tours. All thoughts in this review are my own.

How Sweet It Is, the third installment from Robin Lee Hatcher’s series, Legacy of Faith. Even though it is part of a series, I believe it can be read as a stand alone. Though, I am sad to see the end of the series. I loved this sweet and delightful read. I adored Jed and Holly. They had perfect chemistry, making the book fun and entertaining. There was a little twist and turn I did not expect which made the story quite unpredictable.
I am giving How Sweet It Is four and a half stars. I recommend it for readers who enjoy reading clean and inspiring romance.
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How Sweet It Is is the third (and final, I think) book about the Henning family.
Another story about some broken people finding their way.
A story about trusting, forgiveness, and love.

I've enjoyed getting to know various members of this family. They are all tied together by Andrew Henning's Bible. And this book, as did the earlier ones, continues to give the story of Andrew and Helen. What a sweet legacy they left their descendants.

This is Jed's story. And also Holly's.
Holly's been hurt in the past. A broken engagement, along with a pile of debt. Now, she's not sure her heart can handle loving anyone again. But then she meets Jed.

Robin Lee Hatcher writes sweet romances that show us God's love. This book is an excellent examle of this.
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I was elated when I found that I'd get to read the third book of this series. I had read book two at its release last year and was eagerly waiting to read this one. I am happy to say that it lived up to my expectations.
I really loved the sections about Andrew Henning. He was so sure in his faith and the way he tackled all that was thrown at him was just plain inspiring.
The one thing that I was disappointed by was the number of cliffhangers that were not wrapped up regarding Chris. I have boatloads of questions for as to how stuff worked out for him and how he figured it out.
All in all, I enjoyed this last book and it was definitely the uplifting read that I had been craving.
Rating: 4/5
Language: n/a
Violence: n/a
Romance: a kiss
Spiritual: all characters have strong Christian faith
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How Sweet It Is is just as sweet as its title suggests! It’s a clean, inspirational romance that will challenge you to trust that God has your future in His hands. How often do things happen in our lives that just don’t make sense? Often, I’m sure!

In this final book in The Legacy of Faith series, both Jed and Holly have had things happen in the past year that just don’t make sense to them. Holly’s financial burdens are overwhelming since she listened to her ex-fiance’s advice to renovate and open the restaurant she inherited. Jed’s forced to leave his job until he can find his brother and make peace with him. Of course, neither of these things make the characters happy. They make them confused and angry.

But God knows what He’s doing! Though Jed and Holly are fictional characters, I’m sure we can relate to being confused and angry at times. We can’t see the big picture, so we look at our problems rather than looking at God. Jed’s cousin feels led to give Jed their great-grandfather’s Bible, and Jed finds wisdom in God’s word and his great-grandfather’s notes written in that Bible.

You know, I didn’t think about this when I was reading, but notice that Jed’s cousin feels God leading him to give Jed the Bible. What if he hadn’t listened to that pull of the Holy Spirit? I have my grandma’s Bible. I’m not so sure I’d want to give it to one of my cousins! But he does, and because he does, Jed finds the wisdom he needs.

The characters and the love that develops between them are very believable. But I think that the best part of the book is watching God’s plan unfold. People who don’t know Him may say that things happen by fate. No, they happen according to God’s perfect plan. I have always loved Robin Lee Hatcher’s books, and How Sweet It Is is no exception.

I’m so thankful for this reminder. The times we are living in are so unsettled and frightening at times. We may not see how things are going to work out, but God does. Those who trust in Him can rest in the fact that He’s got us and our future planned. Let your faith grow stronger during the tough times and trust Him with the end.

I love reading Robin Lee Hatcher’s books, because they are so inspirational. Usually the main characters are struggling in some way, but readers get to see their growth and how they are striving to overcome these throughout the book. This book is no different. If you read the other books in the series, you will revisit with some of the previous characters. This is a time-split novel as well. Readers will toggle between two different time frames. The earlier time frame focuses on a couple who have been a part of all three books, but readers get to discover their story at different parts of their life. The current time focuses on a family member. This book focuses on Holly and Jed. Jed seems to have it all and is super absorbed in his career and achievements. However, Jed’s relationship with his brother is basically non-existent. He is on a search for his brother to mend their relationship when he meets Holly. Holly has had some disheartening situations in the past year and is struggling to juggle all of her responsibilities. The title of this book goes with what occurs throughout. The story focuses on redemption, but also loving others and not being so critical. Readers will enjoy this sweet romance! I highly recommend this book! You will not be disappointed!
***I was given a free electronic copy of this book from the publisher. This is my honest opinion. Even though I received this copy free, this is my own opinion.

This is book has a split time element. I have not read the previous two books.
I usually like these split time books because the present and past lend to each other in some way to make a fuller story however I did not find that in this book. Except for the fact that the past events followed the main hero's ancestors there wasn't much to connect the two time periods and events together.
I enjoyed a few of the characters and events but there was a lot of disconnect for me. Perhaps if I had read the two prior novels I may have enjoyed the book more.

A short read, the story of Holly and Jed. He is in town to look for his brother but finds more than he is expecting!

I have always really enjoyed reading this authors book, however I have not read anything in this series and when I started the book it wasn't what I expected at first. It got good thou really good right away. I really thought oh great a story about a rich kid but that was so far from that. This story is about family, faith, forgiveness and finding yourself. I loved Holly, and Willow they have this strong independent to them and they fight for themselves and those they love. I really like Jed and how his journey to make things right with his brother also was a whole different journey all on its own. I loved the story of Andrew and Helen. This book will make you laugh and cry, I liked that this was a good clean read and I like that the how the story draws you in and keeps you going till the end not wanting to put it down.

Delightful in every way:
This is a wonderful book full of heart and hope. It is book 3 of the Legacy of Faith series but can definitely be read as a standalone.
Jed has come to town to find his brother and ends up renting an apartment from Holly, which happens to be where his great grandparents stayed years previously. Poor Holly has been hurt in the past and it was wonderful watching her open herself up again and be willing to trust her heart to a man again. They both showed growth as individuals as they worked through their issues and troubles. I also enjoyed the dual timelines and learning great grandpa Ben's story from the 1960's (snippets from his earlier life had been provided in prior books in the series).
I loved the way that the Christian message was woven seamlessly throughout the book and was at the core of the characters lives too and not just an afterthought.
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This novel was a nice way to round out the Legacy of Faith series. I believe that it can be read and understood without reading the first two books in the series. However, I feel that I had a greater appreciation for the historical portion of the novel because I have read the entire series.

I thought that Jed and Holly’s relationship growth throughout the story felt realistic. Holly had some serious trust issues to overcome, which did get in the way a bit, but made for some good emotional and spiritual growth for her.

I felt sorry for Jed and the fact that he and his brother had a falling out. Even though all ended well, I felt that the way the dad handled things was wrong. However, the story line involving Chris did turn out to add another interesting element and I would have been pleased to have had even more from that part of the book toward the end.

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Jed Henning used to be close to his brother Chris, but differences in personalities and life choices have driven them apart. When their father threatens to close Jed's company if he doesn't reconcile with Chris, though, he's forced into action - which includes going back to Boise, where they were born, to hunt for him. Once there, though, the gift of his great-grandfather's Bible and time for thought (now that he's no longer working 80-hour weeks) make him start to realise that the gulf between them is not due merely to Chris' actions, but are partly a result of him trying to push Chris into his own mould, while also drifting away from God himself. Jed's time away from work gives him time for others: to make things right with Chris, to grow closer to God and to pursue his attractive new landlady - but will he succeed? Holly Stanford is doing her best to keep the restaurant she inherited running, but largely failing. However, the arrival of Jed as a renter for her basement apartment helps - albeit at a risk to her heart. Reluctant to trust herself following a bad breakup with her fiance, she endeavours to guard her heart - but does she need to learn to trust again?

I'm not always a fan of books with split timelines, but I've enjoyed previous ones in this series and wanted to continue, because this author makes them work well. I was pleasantly surprised to find that the Bible that links the two timelines seemed to play a slightly more prominent role in this book than in previous ones, linking the timelines more effectively rather than them feeling like entirely separate stories. Those who have read previous books in the series will enjoy hearing more of the Henning family history, but each book can be read alone without any problem. The story is well written and displays clearly the need for reconciliation when family have become alienated for one reason or another - and the need to accept each person as their own person, not as failed clones of oneself. There is also the theme of leaving a good (Godly) legacy, perhaps more clearly than in previous books. All in all, an enjoyable and satisfying read. I hope to read more by the author, whether in this series or some other. Highly recommended.

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