Every Perfect Gift by Dorothy Love

Sophie Caldwell has returned to Hickory Ridge, Tennessee, after years away. She grew up in the local orphanage; sad, lonely, and rejected. Despite the heartaches of her childhood, Sophie is now determined to make a home, and a name, for herself in the growing town. A gifted writer, she plans to resurrect the local newspaper that so enchanted her as a girl.

Ethan Heyward’s idyllic childhood was shattered by a tragedy he has spent years trying to forget. An accomplished businessman and architect, he has built a majestic resort in the mountains above Hickory Ridge, drawing wealthy tourists from all over the country.

When Sophie interviews Ethan for the paper, he is impressed with her intelligence and astounded by her beauty. She’s equally intrigued but fears he will reject her if he learns about her shadowed past. Just as she summons the courage to tell him, Ethan’s own past unexpectedly and violently catches up with him, threatening not only his life but also their budding romance.

Ethan and Sophie long to share a future together. But the secrets they’re not sharing could tear them apart.

I really enjoyed this book and would recommend it to anyone. It had drama, romance, and mystery.  It also has the prevailing theme of forgiveness throughout. You have to forgive people that have hurt you and face it if you ever want to succeed and get anywhere in life.