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My Review of "A Moment of Weakness"

Karen Kingsbury's A Moment of Weakness is the second book in her "Forever Faithful" Series.  Not too long ago, I had the opportunity to review the first book in the series, so I was glad to see the second book.  In A Moment of Weakness, a series of misunderstanding and misfortune has always been a part of the relationship between Jade Connor and Tanner Eastman.  As children, they were inseparable until a scandal tore them apart.  As young adults, they again seek comfort in each other, allowing a love to grow until Tanner's mother spreads lies that again drive them apart, but this time to different parts of the country for more than a decade.

Now, however, Jade is fighting for the custody of her child against an unfaithful husband who is using her religious beliefs against her.  She turns to the person who still knows her best -- Tanner -- to help her win the legal battle.  In a series of mistakes and lies, can truth resurface from Jade and Tanner's past to heal their relationship and teach of faith and freedom?

This is a great second novel in the series.  I really enjoyed it -- more so, even, than the first novel.

I received a free copy of this book as part of the Blogging for Books program in exchange for my honest review here.

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