“In The Joy of Falling, Harrel beautifully connects with us as she takes us to the hard places of grief—the doubt, the fear, the sadness. Then, with sensitivity and hope, she walks us back out to the dawn on the other side—to joy! Touching, true and full of sensory detail, this book enchants.”
—Katherine Reay, bestselling author of Dear Mr. Knightley and The Printed Letter Bookshop
“What started as a story about a race turned into a deeply moving novel about recovering from grief and finding joy not just at the end but in the middle of the process. Full of powerful truths, The Joy of Falling is a beautifully written novel that made me laugh, made me cry, and has all the feels of a book you want to read over and over. Highly recommended!”
—Susan May Warren, USA TODAY bestselling, RITA award-winning author of The Way of the Brave
“Harrel unspools a gentle, captivating narrative about women who unknowingly discover their strengths and fortitude. As they learn to let go of the heartbreaks of life, they find joy, enlightenment, and romance along the way.”
—Shelf Awareness
“This is a charming story of female strength, friendship, and forgiveness.”
—Historical Novels Review
“Harrel delivers a wonderfully unexpected and skillfully executed adventure of love, loss, and healing. The ebb and flow of perspectives between two modern-day women and the life of a mysterious Victorian woman mesmerizes and captivates. While each woman’s life is individually compelling, when intricately stitched together into the same tapestry, the result is unforgettable and breathtaking. Book lovers will be right at home in (or perhaps envious of) the quaint and cozy Cornwall bookstore and intrigued by the historical journal’s mystery. The author champions the soothing balm of friendship and community, all while exuding a spiritual strength, hope, and irrefutable faith-based identity in the face of brokenness, desperation, and betrayal.”
—Hope by the Book, Gold Star Review
“This book interlaces the voices and time periods of the women as they rotate narrating chapters, creating an engaging story perfect for readers who enjoy strong women of faith, budding romantic relationships, and historical and contemporary English settings.”
—Booklist
“. . . uplifting tale . . . a charming story about finding one’s voice after letting go of the past.”
—Publishers Weekly
“A historical mystery and sweet modern-day story entwine to offer a message of healing, hope, and second chances set in charming Cornwall.”
—Rachel Linden, bestselling author of The Enlightenment of Bees
“In a delightful weaving of past and present, Lindsay Harrel creates authentic characters around a moving story that both inspires and encourages. The Secrets of Paper and Ink is about broken people, second chances, hope, and—my personal favorite—the incredible power of story.”
—Heidi Chiavaroli, Carol award-winning author of Freedom’s Ring and The Hidden Side
“In The Secrets of Paper and Ink, Lindsay Harrel explores the power of love—and how it influences us to make choices that bless others, as well as ourselves. Or sometimes, we can do just the opposite and make choices that harm us and others—all the while calling it love. Harrel pens an honest, true-to-life novel that’s woven through with the Truth that offers hope when our decisions—or the decisions of the ones we love—wreck our dreams for happily ever after.”
—Beth K. Vogt, Christy Award-winning author
“A bucket list from the diary of an organ donor sparks a healing journey for two sisters in this poignant tale from Harrel . . . [The Heart Between Us], with many descriptions of delicious foods and famous landmarks from around the globe, will please readers of travel fiction looking for an inspirational story.”
—Publishers Weekly
“Narration by both Meg and Crystal, full of emotion and soul-searching, will resonate with anyone who has struggled to see another point of view. Both characters are drawn as independent and persistent, occasionally to their detriment, but not too stubborn to get past stumbling blocks. Harrel’s (One More Song to Sing, 2016) second novel is a charmingly gentle read that will please those who enjoy faith-based, hopeful fiction with a delightfully positive tone.”
—Booklist
“Harrel’s second book is a well-crafted, compelling story about love, hope, relationships, family importance, and God’s trustworthiness.”
—CBA Market
“Lindsay Harrel has penned a charming story that is sure to touch the hearts of her readers. Through the stories of Megan and her sister Crystal, readers get a glimpse of adventure, restoration, conquered fears, and realized dreams. Lindsay will no doubt win readers with this heartfelt story.”
—Lauren K. Denton, USA TODAY bestselling author of The Hideaway and Hurricane Season
“A sweet story of sisterhood, familial bonds, sacrificial love, and finding your own identity amidst the storms of life. Poignant with tender moments, as well as laughter, The Heart Between Us is a touching novel that is sure to please.”
—Catherine West, author of The Memory of You and Where Hope Begins
“I love this story of facing our fears. Harrel pens a clever, well-written love story between two sisters, the men in their lives and the dreams of a heart donor. Life is more fleeting than we know and this timeless story reminds us to love well.”
—Rachel Hauck, New York Times bestselling author
“The Heart Between Us is an absolute gem of a story. The intriguing premise drew me in from the start, but it was the authentic characters and their relatable struggles that kept me reading. I especially loved getting to travel vicariously through Megan and Crystal! A heart-tugging, not-to-be-missed book from an author who belongs on your keeper shelf.”
—Melissa Tagg, author of the Walker Family series
“Lindsay Harrel has given readers an engaging story about stepping past fear and finding adventure in the unexpected. The Heart Between Us is sure to become a fan favorite!”
—Katie Ganshert, award-winning author of Life After