- Paperback: 262 pages
- Publisher: Torn Veil Books (Nov 26 2010)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1926712560
- ISBN-13: 978-1926712567
- Product Dimensions: 22.6 x 15.2 x 2.3 cm
- Shipping Weight: 386 g
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #371,723 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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A God-fearing man. A God-seeking woman. For Sam Lewis and Lexa Clarke, it proves a combustible combination. Lexa Clarke signs up for a TeamWork Missions summer assignment expecting adventure in a far-off, exotic country. Instead, she's sent to sweltering San Antonio to help rebuild homes destroyed by sudden flooding. She survives the four-hour bus trip from Houston, dust in the lungs, a flat tire, a tool-throwing incident and a spitting goat - not to mention an inquisition from a distractingly handsome cowboy - all before reaching the work camp. TeamWork director Sam Lewis isn't sure what to think of his newest volunteer. She's feisty, witty, and incredibly pretty, but looks more prepared to board a cruise ship than build houses. Burned by a past betrayal, he's got a job to do, a reputation to uphold. Sam can't afford to be distracted by a woman who attracts animals, defies his rules, finds trouble at every turn and questions God's purpose. But when she tumbles from the top beam of one of the houses into his arms, Sam suspects his life will never be the same. During their weeks together in the TeamWork camp, Sam and Lexa learn the power of forgiveness and healing. Enduring a chain of incidents which challenge their faith, trust and growing relationship, they look to the Lord for guidance as together they discover a love greater than either could ever imagine. At the end of the eight-week work camp, Sam is committed to a year-long, dangerous overseas mission for TeamWork. Can Lexa trust the Lord enough to let him go? Will Sam safely return and keep his promise to meet her at the Alamo? You'll keep turning the pages of this sweeping romantic adventure. With great characters, plenty of humor, enough emotion to make you shed a tear or two, and an ending that'll have you cheering, Awakening will leave you breathless. Hold on tight. The adventures of Lewis and Clarke have only just begun!
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
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Intriguing Story!!, Jan 1 2011
By S&SM - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Awakening: A Christian Romance Novel (the Lewis Legacy Series, Book One) (Paperback)
Awakening is a well thought out story. The descriptions and depth of the characters and the events in their lives makes one feel as though you are there in Texas with them. Sam and Lexa's emotions and struggles are real emotions and struggles that every Christian faces, and the author handles them in a compassionate and in-depth way that is missing in most Christian romance novels. I'm greatly looking forward to reading more of Sam and Lexa's adventures in JoAnn Durgin's next novel.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
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Finally!, Feb 10 2011
By Roberto J. Garcia - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Awakening: A Christian Romance Novel (the Lewis Legacy Series, Book One) (Paperback)
JoAnn Durgin has done the impossible. She has written a romance that is even appealing to those who tend to opt out of reading romances. She accomplishes this through her expert skill at drawing the reader into the reality that she has so meticulously created; she keeps her reader engaged in the developing relationship between Sam and Lexa.
She weaves her deep faith into her story with great levity. The playfulness between her two main characters extends from the beginning of her story to the last sentence. This refreshing love story is inspiring to the seeker as it is to the veteran in the faith. This is a must read for all of those local reading groups that seem to be springing up like mushrooms all across the English speaking world. JoAnn Durgin, I can hardly wait for your second novel in this inspiring series.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
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Excellent Love Story, Jan 11 2011
By Melinda Evaul - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Awakening: A Christian Romance Novel (the Lewis Legacy Series, Book One) (Paperback)
JoAnn Durgin brings us an excellent love story in her novel Awakening. Her well-written prose and dialogue draw the reader into the story of Sam and Lexa. Sam Lewis and Lexa Clarke entertain readers with enjoyable banter and charming wit. As they work together on a TeamWork mission, rebuilding homes destroyed by floods, unexpected adventures draw them together as their attraction and love for each other grows. This series of events bring challenges and danger for the work crew while deepening Sam's skills as a leader and spiritual mentor.
Durgin doesn't neglect the spiritual aspect of growth as Lexa and Sam develop a deeper relationship with God. They learn to forgive, experience healing from painful pasts, and gain faith to meet the difficulties they face.
A touch of intrigue keeps readers turning pages in Durgin's Contemporary Romance set in San Antonio, TX.
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