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Finding Wings

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I loved the Chandler's sisters series and was really looking forward to the last book. I was happy to see Britt's and Rafe's story developed. With Rafe's silliness and quotes and Britt's tenderness and compassion. The book shows that even when we may see things are almost impossible to accomplished with a little bit of creativity and effort things can be done. It is also nice to see the sister's love for each other and also how Luke, Quinn and Mateo have become all part of the family and how they fit in together.

The book has a really nice message that just because as Christian we don't have a big testimony of how God saved us doesn't mean that we should feel that our life is less important in the eyes of others people.

Thank you Independent Publishers Group--Kregel Publications via NetGalley for the ARC copy of this book. All opinions expressed are my own.

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In this final book of the Chandler Sisters Series, the primary focus is on youngest sister Britt. With the close relationship of the three sisters, readers also have a chance to get caught up on Phee and Jo's lives.

I loved the way that Britt and Rafe initially met and then how they connect again. Unlike Jo, Britt is comfortable with the difficulties that are part of Rafe's life. Rafe does a stellar job of being a big brother to Robby and helping his mother. I got a little weary of the topic of time challenges for Britt and Rafe.

The ending chapters of the novel that wrap up the story for all three sisters was nicely written. My favorite part of the novel may be the Mark Twain quotes - loved those!

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What a lovely clean contemporary story, book 3 of the Chandler sisters. It is the first book I have read from this author. Which also means it’s the first book I’ve read in the series. It worked as a stand-alone, but I want to go back and read the stories of Phee and Jo. Britt is the youngest of the three and was feeling a bit lost in where her life is suppose to go. So this Is a story of her finding her path. There are many stumbling blocks and life lessons learned. She was a very strong yet sweet character. Rafe had a great family life, until he was 10 years old. When his life turned upside down and he was left with a heavy load of guilt and responsibility. He had grown into that role of a responsible adult and hid the insecurities that he wasn’t good enough. I really liked the characters and they worked really well together. We go through so many trying times in our lives. It is good to read a book that doesn’t weigh you down, but shows how to build you up. To solve problems and find the faith to be able to continue on and make life better! Although this story deals with some trying issues, it is done lite heartedly and makes you feel good. A Christian read, but not overdone or preachy.
I received a copy of this book from the author, publisher and NetGalley. This review is my own thoughts on this book.

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Deborah Raney and Beth K. Vogt have created stories that have featured three sisters and each sister has a story to tell. I have read all of Vogt's three stories and read the first and last of Raney's. I have truly enjoyed each of these five stories. While contemporary romance is not by chosen genre, I did enjoy these stories. Vogt stories focused mainly on the three sisters with a hint of romance; whereas, Raney's stories actually leaned more toward the romance of each sisters with their sister interaction. I enjoyed Raney's stories. With her latest and final book in the Chandler sisters' stories, Finding Wings, I really liked seeing Britt and Rafe tried to find their way through the struggles of falling in love. When Rafe was introduced, I saw him as a playboy with the way he came off with Stacie, but then Raney made him more realistic and charming as the story moved along. When Rafe had to face his ultimate fear, I liked how Raney made him face it and overcome it all in one big overarching moment in the story. As for Britt, she finally figures out what she wanted to do in her life, which was not that dramatic of a story as Rafe's, but it made her change too. Overall, Finding Wings was an enduring story of family and sisters. I recommend fans of Vogt's series to read this series too.

I received a complimentary copy of Finding Wings by Deborah Raney, but the opinions stated are all my own.

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Finding Wings is the third and final book in Deborah Raney's Chandler Sisters series. I have not read the first two books and am thinking I need to go back and fill in the stories of Phee and Jo. Britt's story was such a wonderful story about family and about finding one's place in life. The characters are relatable and likable, people you would like to have as your friends or even your family. Britt and Rafe's journey to love was endearing to follow. The author does a great job of tackling every day issues and also the surprise emergency circumstances that can arise. Finding Wings is a delightful story of learning to embrace life, its beauty and its difficulties as well. It is about knowing that God loves to redeem our pasts and that He is our Help in times of trial. Readers who enjoy contemporary Christian romance will not want to miss Finding Wings. I read a complimentary copy of the book through NetGalley and was not required to write a review. The opinions are my own.

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This is a beautiful heartwarming story that you don't want to miss. Britt and Rafe's story is full of emotions and you can feel every one of them. This book will make you laugh, cry and feel every emotion in between. The author brings the book to life with her words and the people become your friends, you care what happens to them. I loved reading this book and highly recommend it. Thank you Independent Publishers Group--Kregel Publications via NetGalley for the ARC copy of this book. All opinions expressed are my own.

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I loved this series! Even though I have no sisters or maybe because I don't . The dynamics, the love, the bond and the camaraderie between these sisters was so evident.
This was Britt's story, the youngest of the sisters and her journey ' finding wings'. which is to say 'finding God's will for her life and future. Britt and Rafe both feel the pull toward each other but neither has time in their lives to pursue a relationship. But the effort to get to know each other is well worth dealing with the baggage that they have to deal with in doing so.
Deborah Raney writes such satisfying stories and this is no exception. I loved reading all the sister stories but I hate to leave them. Maybe in a few years, we can read Mateo's story and catch up with them!
I recommend this whole series!!
I received this book as a free eBook ARC via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

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