Blast from Her Past

By Katy Eeten

Description:

After a disastrous failed engagement, Sydney Hampson is leaving her past—and her faith—behind to focus on her career instead. However, following through with her new, albeit misguided, resolution proves easier said than done when former classmate, and reformed bully, Grant Williams signs on with her company, and they must work closely together.

Grant Williams gave up his teenage antics years ago, and now he’s looking forward to a future that includes a strong relationship with God. When he realizes he’ll be working with none other than Sydney Hampson—the girl he had a secret crush on throughout high school—he couldn’t be more thrilled. Until he discovers she’s not the same caring, compassionate woman she used to be.

When a business trip gone awry leaves the pair stranded in the middle of a snowstorm, Grant sees his chance to make things right and put their past wrongs behind them… if only Sydney can get over her distrust of men. And with a conniving coworker working to destroy Sydney’s happiness, no matter the cost, can she put her faith back in God and learn to trust in Grant before she loses her chance at happiness?

Book Takeaway:

Your past doesn't define you, and God can work all things together for good if you trust Him. We shouldn't be so quick to judge others, and we should seek to understand where someone is coming from before jumping to conclusions.

Why the author wrote this book:

I love the "forced proximity" trope, and I had a vision for two people who don't get along to be stranded in a car during a snowstorm, which precipitates honest conversation as they get to know who the other truly is. It's also set in corporate America, which I am quite familiar with, so I thought it would be a great way to share an uplifting romantic tale.