erin_j's review against another edition
4.0
A good end to the series.
Sweet couples. Interesting history about physical therapy for soldiers. It was a really good book!
I was a little sad that the couples weren't as intertwined as in the other two books. So it seemed to backtrack a little more when going from one couple to another. And the storylines of the couples were similar to the other books. The father kept getting in the way. He is very hot and cold...I'm not sure I came out liking him.
Sweet couples. Interesting history about physical therapy for soldiers. It was a really good book!
I was a little sad that the couples weren't as intertwined as in the other two books. So it seemed to backtrack a little more when going from one couple to another. And the storylines of the couples were similar to the other books. The father kept getting in the way. He is very hot and cold...I'm not sure I came out liking him.
emmylib's review
5.0
This is book 3 and the final book in the series. You follow the youngest daughter of the O'Leary family, Deirdre, who is working on her dream of being a doctor. This dream is put on hold when her mother suffers a stroke and needs special medical help. This help comes in the form of Matthew Clayborne, a doctor who is specializing in physical therapy. Matthew and Deirdre are often at odds but eventually they come to terms with their love for each other. I really enjoyed this series and liked all the characters. You could even read the books as stand alones but they are better read in order.
soulkissed2003's review
5.0
This, the third and final book in the Courage to Dream trilogy, focuses on O'Leary daughter Deirdre, and her brother, Connor, as they start to find their way in the world -- and in love. Deirdre, a nurse, yearns to become a pediatrician, while Connor hopes to gain his father's favor as he takes on more responsibility on their successful horse ranch. Deirdre meets the stubborn Dr. Matthew Clayborne, who reluctantly comes to the family's aid when the matriarch, Kathleen, suffers a stroke. Connor finds out his new stable hand is hiding a big secret -- he is really a she! Of course, the book is full of warm fuzzies at the end.
These inspirational stories do include references to God and Scripture, without being overbearing. I see it more as a historical romance in which the characters' faith is made known, rather than anything pushy or preachy. The story telling is certainly solid and suspenseful as the characters battle their own inner fears and demons before they can find true happiness in their lives.
I did look to see what other titles the author has available, but think I will pass for now. Another series of hers involves a woman who has lost her faith coming to a small town where a preacher has her questioning her beliefs. It sounds as though that one would be geared more towards influencing the reader rather than simply telling a good story.
These inspirational stories do include references to God and Scripture, without being overbearing. I see it more as a historical romance in which the characters' faith is made known, rather than anything pushy or preachy. The story telling is certainly solid and suspenseful as the characters battle their own inner fears and demons before they can find true happiness in their lives.
I did look to see what other titles the author has available, but think I will pass for now. Another series of hers involves a woman who has lost her faith coming to a small town where a preacher has her questioning her beliefs. It sounds as though that one would be geared more towards influencing the reader rather than simply telling a good story.
elvenavari's review
5.0
I found myself smiling and giggling more over this book than any other in the series. I just love little Phoebe to bits! I’m sad to see this series end. I have grown to love the O’Leary family and would gladly read more about them.
bellesmoma2021's review
4.0
I very much enjoyed this story. It is a sweet way to end a series. My only problem is that it is about 50 pages too long. It felt stretched out. The four main characters are very well written, and what they go through is true to life. Overall, a good read.
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