Then Came Heaven

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Summary: Why does it have to end??!!
Review: Why does it have to end? Not just this story but the writing career of LaVyrle Spencer. She is wonderful. I have enjoyed so many of her books and hate to see them end but I know she deserves to retire and be with her family more. If this story does not get to your heart I don't know what story could.

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Summary: Delightful; "A Nun's Story" with a happier ending.
Review: I am not a romace reader. I stumbled on this work at the University of Colorado Library by chance. I admit I was stunned to see a catholic town in prodomiately Lutheran Minnisoda. After I got into it I found it delightfuly surprising and remminicent of Audrey Hepburn in "A Nun's Story". If this book had been a movie, I couldn't imagine anyone else doing the charming role of Sister Regina. I must give high marks to this story, especially being a romance, that was clean with no explicit scenes or strange places. Just ordinary folks in an extraordinary cirumstance that turns out for the best. I look forward to re-reading this book considering it has been consistantly CHECKED OUT ! Thank you Lavryle for putting a smile on a new reader's face and best of luck to you as well as Eddie and Regina Olzack.

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Summary: Heartwrenching
Review: This was a wonderful story. I lauched and cried and smiled so much reading this book, my husband is convinced that it must be good and he wants to read it. My heart went out to those two little girls and they just broke my heart over and over, I guess because I have to little girls myself. Thank you once and again for a wonderful weekend reader.

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Summary: Wonderful...enjoyed the book immensely.
Review: Then Came Heaven is an interesting (and plausible) look at a small-town Catholic community before so many changes occurred in Catholicism. Eddie's trauma over losing his wife with two young daughters to care for is excruciating...Sister Regina's compassion and tenderness for the girls is the lifeline she uses to keep herself sane - and eventually is what helps her make up her mind to leave the convent. Her love story with Eddie was tender and believable...and I find myself wondering how they fared (fine, I feel sure). Spencer's writing gift brings the reader along on journeys, some so intimate that you feel a little uncomfortable (but can't put the book down). I enjoyed a look at convent life and the Church in those days, which provided a wonderful backdrop to the love story!

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Summary: Uplifting and inspiring
Review: This is the first book I have read by LaVryle Spencer, and I am hooked. I can't wait to read more of her books! She really lets you feel the emotions of the characters and you are completely sucked in. I cheer for Sister Regina and Eddie. If it is time for you to make a big, important change in your life, you will be inspired by the characters in this book. I finished the book with a smile on my face and tears of joy in my eyes.

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Summary: Showed profound insight into human nature & took me with her
Review: I had never read a bood by LaVyrle Spencer until Then Came Heaven. It was absolutely wonderful. I read a lot of books but I really think this one is exceptional. My mind was alive as I read about the realistic problems faced by a single parent. Ms. Spencer made his job sound like what it was - honest, hard work done well by a diligent person - not just a janitor. She also showed insight into a spirtual journey by Sister Regina. Her characters are wonderful. I was very impressed.

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Summary: a wonderful book that I didn't want to end
Review: This story captured my heart from the very beginning. I couldn't put it down. I am saddened that this will be LaVyrle Spencer's last book. I have read them all and would love more.

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Summary: Exquisite and Overwhelming
Review: Being a young reader at the age of 14 it is hard for a book to become interesting. But this book was great! I couldn't put it down, and read it in one day!

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Summary: Informational and imaginative but not captivating
Review: The detailed description of convent living in the 1950s was informative and educational. Curiosity alone should encourage people to buy this book. But for the true romantic, it might be a disappointment. I felt as if Spencer was holding back in developing this romance in order remain respectful. With this purpose in mind, perhaps the subject was too close to heart.

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Summary: It keep me interested all the way to the very end.
Review: I have read every one of LaVyrle Spencer books. This book as all of the books LaVyrle has written are never boreing. Some times I actually get so caught up in the story I find my self reading into the late hours of the night She is an excellent author and you will never go wrong by reading any of her books.