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Then There Was You Kindle Edition

by Kara Isaac (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 681 ratings
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RITA Award 2018 Winner - Romance with Religious or Spiritual Elements
Paige McAllister needs to do something drastic. Her boyfriend can't even commit to living in the same country, her promised promotion is dead on arrival and the simultaneous loss of her brother and her dream of being a concert violinist has kept her playing life safe and predictable for six years. Things need to change. A moment of temporary insanity finds her leaving her life in Chicago to move to Sydney, Australia. There she finds herself, against many of her convictions, as a logistics planner for one of Australia's biggest churches, and on a collision course with her boss's son.

Josh Tyler fronts a top-selling worship band and is in demand all over the world. But, in the past, his failed romantic relationships almost destroyed both his reputation and his family. He's determined to never risk it happening again. The last thing he needs is some American girl tipping his ordered life upside down. Especially one who despises everything he's ever worked for and manages to push every button he has.

When Josh and Paige are thrown together to organize his band's next tour, the sparks fly. But can they find a way to bridge the differences that pull them apart? Or will they choose the safety and security of what they know over taking a chance on something that will require them to risk everything?
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"Brilliantly funny, unceasingly romantic, and emotionally charged, Then There Was You is sublime." - Rel Mollet, Relz Reviewz

About the Author

Kara Isaac lives in Wellington, New Zealand. She is the author of Close To You, a RITA Award Double Finalist, and Can't Help Falling, an RT Review Top Pick. When she's not chasing three adorable but spirited little people, she spends her time writing horribly bad first drafts and wishing you could get Double Stuf Oreos in New Zealand. She loves to connect at karaisaac.com, on Facebook at Kara Isaac - Author and Twitter @KaraIsaac   

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07147KXD4
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Bellbird Press (June 22, 2017)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 22, 2017
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 495 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
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  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 345 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 047339653X
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Kara Isaac writes contemporary romance in beautiful Wellington, New Zealand. She is the author of four novels including the RWA RITA award-winning Then There Was You (https://www.rwa.org/page/2018-winners), Close to You, a RITA Award Double Finalist, and Can't Help Falling, an RT Review Top Pick. When she's not chasing three small people, she spends her time writing horribly bad first drafts and wishing you could get Double Stuf Oreos in New Zealand. She loves to connect with readers on her website www.karaisaac.com, on Facebook at Kara Isaac - Author, Twitter @KaraIsaac and Instagram @kara.isaac.author

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Zalayahg
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful Christian Romance Book!
Reviewed in the United States on January 17, 2024
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This book took me in an adventure. The main female character goes through a traumatic earthquake where her brother dies as he held her hand. You experience how she learn to cope, forgive herself and allow herself to love. 10 out of 10,
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Susan Snodgrass
5.0 out of 5 stars Another Great Book From Kara Isaac!
Reviewed in the United States on June 22, 2017
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I bought Kara Isaac's first book simply because the cover was amazing. Now that's something I don't ordinarily do, but I did it this time. I was not to be disappointed. The book was great. So was her next book. Now, with her third book, Isaac has proven to have a solid foundation in Christian fiction. She can write and write extremely well!

Would you give up everything for a life you hate with the person you love?

Paige McAllister needs to do something drastic. Her boyfriend can’t even commit to living in the same country, her promised promotion is dead on arrival and the simultaneous loss of her brother and her dream of being a concert violinist has kept her playing life safe and predictable for six years. Things need to change. A moment of temporary insanity finds her leaving her life in Chicago to move to Sydney, Australia. There she finds herself, against many of her convictions, as a logistics planner for one of Australia’s biggest churches, and on a collision course with her boss’s son.

Josh Tyler fronts a top-selling worship band and is in demand all over the world. But his past failed romantic relationships almost destroyed both his reputation and his family. He's determined to never risk it happening again. The last thing he needs is some American girl tipping his ordered life upside down. Especially one who despises everything he’s ever worked for and manages to push every button he has.

When Josh and Paige are thrown together to organize his band’s next tour, the sparks fly. But can they find a way to bridge the differences that pull them apart? Or will they choose the safety and security of what they know over taking a chance on something that will require them to risk everything?

Kara Isaac has once again created a cast of characters that jump off the page and take up residence in the reader's heart, along with all their emotions, hurts and joys. I was enthralled from page one and by the last few pages, I was crying, laughing and my heart was dancing with joy! Isaac's dry wit is in evidence here and it is not to be missed. She seriously has talent in delving into her characters' emotions. And she is quite good at wonderful spiritual themes. Fear can destroy a person, but God does not desire for His children to live in fear. Great message here.

With her first novel, Kara Isaac became an author I wanted to follow and this last novel has only cemented that opinion deeper in my heart. I love reading books like this. You can't stop thinking about these characters long after the last page. I thoroughly enjoyed every single moment.

*I was given a preview copy of this book by the author. I was not pressured to leave a positive review. All opinions are my own and honest.
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Stephanie McCall
4.0 out of 5 stars He's Her Prince Charming...Except He Stands for Everything She Loathes
Reviewed in the United States on November 2, 2017
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Paige McAllister hates risks. The last time she did anything remotely out of the ordinary, someone she loved ended up dead, and she lost her chance to become a concert violinist. She also hates megachurches, showman pastors and worship bands, and worship band groupies. So why in the world is she flying thousands of miles from her home in Chicago to Sydney, Australia to take a temporary job at a megachurch? Well, okay, she didn't know it was a megachurch when she signed on...but that certainly doesn't explain her internal thermostat's reaction when she meets Josh Tyler. Josh, worship leader and band head of Harvest Church, embodies everything Paige loathes and fears--and wow, is she hot for him. This sounds like a romance only God Himself would orchestrate--because only God Himself can keep it from becoming an unholy mess.

I dragged my feet about reading this Kara Isaac book because it was an e-book only, and in my experience, those can be either pretty good or downright horrid. Actually though, Then There was You proves Kara Isaac can write a fantastic romance across mediums. Paige and Josh are beautifully multifaceted people whose primary motivations are wholly relatable. Paige in particular stands out for me. She has every reason to act the traumatized, bitter victim, but never does. While she is up front about her fears, negative experiences, and skepticism, she allows the people of Harvest Church to help her heart heal. In the same way, Josh has every reason to distrust and avoid Paige--and he does act like an idiot some of the time. But in the course of the novel, he grows into not only someone Paige can fall for, but someone she needs, just as he needs her.

The secondary cast members are memorable and enjoyable, especially Mrs. Janine Tyler, who takes Paige under her wing. I debated whether some cast members needed to be there; for instance, a character like Kellie pops up in a ton of romances. While her role works, I wish Kara could have found a new way to increase romantic tension. The same is true for Hannah; while her role is heartrending and important to the story, it felt sort of dropped from left field. With that said, the secondary cast helps give the story flavor and often humor.

Did I mention humor? No? Then I should, because Then There was You is a funny book. For me, the humor was often understated, but that's how I like it. Paige's happy dance in Josh's office and the thing with the drop bears were two of my favorite lighthearted moments. Those moments help take the edge off the serious scenes while simultaneously strengthening them.

There is a bit more summarizing than I like in places, and at times, Josh's idiotic behavior seemed a bit over the top. (As in, really? He couldn't have just asked Paige sooner if she drank? He honestly didn't know his parents' jokes had brought the tax office down on their heads before)? However, those caveats are pretty minor. My recommendation is, read and enjoy.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Definitely A Two-Read
Reviewed in Canada on July 9, 2017
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A delightful read, packed with a range of emotions that move you from outright laughter, to stomach-tightening empathy, to having to wipe away a tear or two. The sort of book you wish didn't have to have an end. Beautifully-drawn characters with lots of flaws to overcome; an enticing and unusual setting; a very well-crafted plot. Best of all, a satisfying romance. Just finished reading it...will definitely read it again, the way one should with all really good books.
Darlene Polachic, author of TO HAVE, TO HOLD.
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Carolyn
5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Read
Reviewed in Australia on October 22, 2019
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This book is a delightful balance of romance, humour, surprise and intrigue. The ending though predictable, was like unwrapping a delectable treat. Even though you know what it tastes like the anticipation just adds to the flavour. I thoroughly enjoyed being immersed in the twist and turns of this story.
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Christine O'Malley
5.0 out of 5 stars I couldn't put this down )i(
Reviewed in Australia on August 4, 2019
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This book was a delight, and I couldn't put it down. The main characters were delightfully complicated, and the supporting cast equally entertaining. I am so glad that I found this author, and I look forward to reading more of her work.
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sjpenn204
4.0 out of 5 stars Good Book!
Reviewed in Canada on June 24, 2017
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I really enjoyed this book. I am not sure if the author goes to Hillsong church or not, but it seems that the setting was based on it. The Grace Conference sounds like the Colour Conference, Janine sounds like Bobbi, and Due North sounds like United. Good thing I love Hillsong! I appreciated how the author was so positive about the church in general. As for the story, it had a lot of romance, depth, and redemption. Very good!!! I enjoy this author a lot!
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