About the Book
Title: Their Inseparable Bond
Series: K-9 Companions
Author: Jill Weatherholt
Publisher: Love Inspired
Release Date: January 23, 2024
Genre: Contemporary Christian Romance
They’re a mismatched family…
But their hearts line up just right
Training service dogs is single dad Jake Beckett’s calling. He’s determined to train rambunctious puppy Callie to help his ailing friend Myrna live independently with her growing blindness. Myrna’s granddaughter, Olivia Hart, isn’t easily convinced, but Jake, his twins and Callie are an incredibly persuasive team. If Olivia agrees to give Callie a chance, will working with Jake risk her lifelong dreams?
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Jill Weatherholt’s “Love Inspired” book, Their Inseparable Bond, begins with a heartbreaking premise.
Jake, along with his twins, Kayla and Kyle, have lost their love, Jake’s wife and the twin’s mother. Fortunately, Myrna, their neighbor, is there to help and support them as they deal with their grief and navigate their day-to-day lives. That is, until her granddaughter, Olivia, arrives, eager and prepared to relocate Myrna to Florida.
All of the main characters have been through some sort of loss, and they have to traverse a difficult path to the other side, which isn’t easy. My heart went out to Kayla the most as she was the target of regular bullying at school from a very mean-spirited girl who tormented her for not having a mother.
I can promise you that the story is not depressing, despite what you might imagine.
The antics of Callie, the dog Jake was training to be Myrna’s service dog, particularly delighted me. One of my kids is a canine behavior modification specialist who trains police, search and rescue, and service dogs. Many of Callie’s shenanigans as a puppy struck a chord with me since they reminded me of my child sharing some of the same experiences.
The story resonates with family, love and faith, three important aspects of life. You will be captivated and enchanted with the town and the locals’ dedication to each other and the community. You will also be delighted by the twins and Callie, while the heartwarming, inspiring romance will win you over.
I received a review copy of this book from the author. However, my review is voluntary, and all opinions are my own.
Excerpts
Excerpt 1
“So, you’re training Callie to be Gammy’s eyes?”
Jake nodded. “Myrna could live independently for years to come.” Maintaining Myrna’s
independence was Jake’s goal.
“What if I take over as Callie’s Puppy Raiser? Then she could get used to living with Gammy.”
Jake hadn’t expected this. “Do you like dogs? I don’t require my foster parents to have
experience training, but they must have a love for dogs.”
“Who doesn’t love puppies?” Olivia smiled. “I’ve taken a sabbatical from my job with no set
return date, so I can stay as long as it takes to get Callie trained. By then, I’ll be able to better
assess whether it’s in my grandmother’s best interest to stay in Bluebell or move to Miami and live with me.”
Didn’t Myrna get a say in the matter? Of course, that was between Olivia and her grandmother.
“Okay then.” He extended his hand. “It’s a deal. We’ll work together to get Callie trained if you agree to hold off on any decision about moving Myrna.”
Excerpt 2
Daddy!” Kyle raced through the kitchen door.
“What is it? Is Kayla hurt?” Jake’s pulse quickened.
Kyle blinked rapidly. “No! It’s Callie. Dr. Olivia accidentally put her outside the fence without
her leash. Callie took off like a rocket ship.”
“Oh, dear.” Myrna placed her hand against the side of her face.
“Hurry, Daddy!” Kyle cried out.
“You and your sister stay here and feed Tank. I’ll go after Callie. Don’t worry. I’ll find her.”
Jake sprinted out the door and right past Olivia.
“Jake, I’m sorry!” Olivia yelled. “Let me help!”
Jake ignored the apology and her offer to help. He had to find Callie. He increased his pace as he neared the steep hill. On the other side were deep woods, and with the cloud cover that had moved in, it would be dark soon. Jake pumped his arms as he neared the top of the hill. If Callie continued into the wooded area, finding her would be impossible.
About the Author
Jill Weatherholt is an author of sweet, emotional, small-town romance novels that guarantee a happy ending.
She’s sold over half a dozen sweet romance short stories to Woman’s World Magazine.
Raised in the suburbs of Washington, D.C., she now resides in Charlotte, North Carolina, but her heart belongs to Virginia. She holds a degree in Psychology from George Mason University and Paralegal Studies Certification from Duke University.
She shares her life with her real-life hero and number one supporter. Their relationship grew on the golf course, and now they have one in their backyard.
Jill believes in enjoying every moment of this journey because God has everything under control.
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