The Wedding Shop by Rachel Hauck tells the story of Haley Morgan and Cora Beth Scott. Haley Morgan has returned to Heart's Bend, Tennessee where she grew up. Haley has resigned from the Air Force and needs to decide what to do next. When Haley finds out that The Wedding Shop is going to be torn down for a parking lot, Haley decides it is time to make an old dream come true. When Haley was younger, she dreamed of reopening this shop with her friend, Tammy. Tammy, unfortunately, passed away recently. Haley decides this is a way to save the building and honor her friend. Cole Danner was Tammy's fiancé (she died before their wedding). Cole runs Danner Construction and is just the right person to help Haley. Haley has to convince the city to let her have the building (instead of selling it to the developers). But that is just the beginning!
Cora Beth Scott ran The Wedding Shop after the death of her Aunt Jane. Cora was in her element at the shop. But Cora had a weak spot named Rufus St. Claire, a riverboat captain. Cora was convinced he loved her and was waiting for Rufus to earn enough money so they could settle down. Birch Good was in love with Cora, and he was waiting for her to realize the Rufus was a no good scoundrel. What will it take to open Cora's eyes? Join Haley as she remodels The Wedding Shop, discovers the shops history as well as Cora's, and starts a new chapter in her life.
The Wedding Shop was a very good book. It is well-written and captured my attention right away. I liked how the author tied everything together. It is such a charming story that is easy to read. The Wedding Shop had a nice small town setting (Heart's Bend, Tennessee), good characters that a reader can relate too, and an interesting tale. I enjoyed the descriptions of the shop and the beautiful clothes (especially the vintage wedding dresses). Rachel Hauck put some great lessons or messages into The Wedding Shop. The importance of listening to God, the power of prayer, and knowing that God has a plan for your life (it may not be what you have in mind). I give The Wedding Shop 4 out of 5 stars (I liked it). I did find Cora to be a little too naïve (very gullible). Cora seemed to view Rufus through rose colored glasses, but it did fit into the storyline. I like Rachel Hauck's writing, and I will definitely read her novels in the future.
I received a complimentary copy of The Wedding Shop in exchange for an honest evaluation of the novel. The comments and opinions expressed are strictly my own.
Cora Beth Scott ran The Wedding Shop after the death of her Aunt Jane. Cora was in her element at the shop. But Cora had a weak spot named Rufus St. Claire, a riverboat captain. Cora was convinced he loved her and was waiting for Rufus to earn enough money so they could settle down. Birch Good was in love with Cora, and he was waiting for her to realize the Rufus was a no good scoundrel. What will it take to open Cora's eyes? Join Haley as she remodels The Wedding Shop, discovers the shops history as well as Cora's, and starts a new chapter in her life.
The Wedding Shop was a very good book. It is well-written and captured my attention right away. I liked how the author tied everything together. It is such a charming story that is easy to read. The Wedding Shop had a nice small town setting (Heart's Bend, Tennessee), good characters that a reader can relate too, and an interesting tale. I enjoyed the descriptions of the shop and the beautiful clothes (especially the vintage wedding dresses). Rachel Hauck put some great lessons or messages into The Wedding Shop. The importance of listening to God, the power of prayer, and knowing that God has a plan for your life (it may not be what you have in mind). I give The Wedding Shop 4 out of 5 stars (I liked it). I did find Cora to be a little too naïve (very gullible). Cora seemed to view Rufus through rose colored glasses, but it did fit into the storyline. I like Rachel Hauck's writing, and I will definitely read her novels in the future.
I received a complimentary copy of The Wedding Shop in exchange for an honest evaluation of the novel. The comments and opinions expressed are strictly my own.
This book is great. It will keep you guessing until the end. The characters are well developed and each character plays a role to make the book richer and adds more details. If you are looking for a good book then pick this up. There is some 1930s historical events and present day chapters which gives the book a modern feel while being able to visualize Cora and the wedding shop back in the day.
Laura H. (lollipops) reviewed The Wedding Shop (Wedding Collection, Bk 3) on + 109 more book reviews
Rachel Hauck's newest book, THE WEDDING SHOP is a standalone, though fans will definitely want to read The Wedding Dress and The Wedding Chapel. Ms. Hauck is a hit or miss author for me, and this book, THE WEDDING SHOP was a hit. I have to say I love, love, loved Birch Good, and I connected with Cora big time. Haley I didn't connect as well with, but I did love Cole.
I had to keep reading to find out what would happen with Cora and her life story. I also loved the way Ms. Hauck tied Cora's story and Haley's story together, and while their histories were totally unique and their own, yet they were similar enough to bond the women.
THE WEDDING SHOP is a beautiful story, beautifully written. Forbidden moments of passion, a man who's love is true, a man willing to give up his most valuable possession to help a "friend", and a woman who isn't afraid to honor a pinky-promise but discovers it was meant to be.
THE WEDDING SHOP is a book to be cherished, put on the keeper shelf or shared with a friend. Valuable life lessons are mixed in with the truth, the faith, and with love. If you love contemporary romances, don't miss this newest one by Rachel Hauck. Great book. 4.5 stars.
I had to keep reading to find out what would happen with Cora and her life story. I also loved the way Ms. Hauck tied Cora's story and Haley's story together, and while their histories were totally unique and their own, yet they were similar enough to bond the women.
THE WEDDING SHOP is a beautiful story, beautifully written. Forbidden moments of passion, a man who's love is true, a man willing to give up his most valuable possession to help a "friend", and a woman who isn't afraid to honor a pinky-promise but discovers it was meant to be.
THE WEDDING SHOP is a book to be cherished, put on the keeper shelf or shared with a friend. Valuable life lessons are mixed in with the truth, the faith, and with love. If you love contemporary romances, don't miss this newest one by Rachel Hauck. Great book. 4.5 stars.
