An inspiring new family saga by New York Times bestselling author Jude Deveraux
Two headstrong sisters are bound by tradition but long to forge their own path.
It’s 1972 and times are changing. In the small farming community of Mason, Kansas, Vera and Kelly Exton are known for their ambitions. Vera is an activist who wants to join her boyfriend in the Peace Corps. But she is doing her duty caring for her widowed mother and younger sister until Kelly is firmly established. Kelly is studying to become a veterinarian. She plans to marry her childhood sweetheart and eventually take over his father’s veterinary practice.
But it’s a tumultuous time and neither sister is entirely happy with the path that’s been laid out for her. As each evaluates her options, everything shifts. Do you do what’s right for yourself or what others want? By having the courage to follow their hearts these women will change lives for the better and the effects will be felt by the generations that follow. Meant to Be delivers an emotional, smart, funny and wise lesson about the importance of being true to yourself.
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Sexual Content - 3/5
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Violence - 1/5
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Language - 1/5
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Drugs and Alcohol - 1/5
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Summary
Meant to Be by Jude Deveraux is a family drama spanning multiple generations. It almost read as two books. We start with sisters Kelly and Vera both trying to follow their dreams and take care of their families. We have Adam and his brother Robbie with their own family issues. One of my favorite scenes was when Adam finds his parents apartment.
For animal lovers you will love Kelly and her animal whispering senses. Dr Cooper is a vet so the animal scenes continue to a degree. We have Caitlyn and Dr Cooper for the next generation.
Personally I would have preferred it be a trilogy and we stayed with each of the generations a bit more. I think some of the stories could have been fleshed out more.
There is a very large cast of characters but they were easy to keep up with, If you love small town romances you will enjoy.
Sexual content – there is sex throughout the book, but little details. However there is betrayal and this could be a trigger for some.
Violence – minor, fighting, men trying to take advantage but don’t get far,
Drinking – minor
Language – 2 d&mn used about 20 times
I received this book from Netgalley. I was not required to write a positive review.
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