REVIEW WEDNESDAY - The Forgotten Child

Good morning, friends!

Today, I'm sharing a great read from Lorhainne Eckhart called, THE FORGOTTEN CHILD.

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She didn’t plan on falling in love with a broken man. And he never expected to need her…

When Emily Nelson answers a help-wanted ad for a live-in caregiver on a remote ranch in Washington, she’s just trying to piece her life back together for herself and her young daughter. But nothing prepares her for Brad Friessen—a rugged, brooding cattleman and single father whose silence speaks louder than words.

Brad’s world has been turned upside down by his ex-wife’s abandonment of their non-verbal young son, Trevor. Resentful and angry, Brad doesn’t have time for complications—or the quiet woman who challenges him in ways he never expected. But Emily’s fierce compassion, strength, and unwavering dedication to Trevor begin to tear down the walls Brad has spent years building.

As Emily discovers the heartbreaking truth about the woman who walked away from her child, she finds herself caught in a web of secrets, betrayal, and emotional wounds that run deeper than she imagined. Just as Brad and Emily begin to heal and trust in each other, his past resurfaces—demanding everything they’ve fought for. 

In a town where gossip travels faster than wildfire and forgiveness doesn’t come easy, can two strong, stubborn hearts find their way back to love—and build the kind of family they both deserve?

I really enjoyed this book. Crystal was the perfect villain in the story, though I didn't see a villainous twist coming towards the end of the book; a testament to great plotting. I fell in love with Trevor. The call it the 'spectrum' for a reason. Every child is different. But then again, aren't all children. 

My only issue with the story, was the ending. Without giving spoilers, I thought the change in Emily and Brad's relationship, granted for the better, was very abrupt. I think an Epilogue would have been more appropriate as opposed to jumping from one context to the next. 

For that reason, I'm giving THE FORGOTTEN CHILD...

.5

You can learn more about Lorhainne Eckart and the rest of her books by following the links below.

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All my best!

~ Angela

AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT - Lorhainne Eckhart

 Good morning, readers!

Sliding in a bit late as I'm packing to leave for the Between The Pages writing conference and some hotel retreat time to work on my book.

I'm shinning the spotlight on Lorhainne Eckart.

Here's a bit about, Lorhainne:

Lorhainne Eckhart is the New York Times & USA Today bestselling author behind over 145 emotionally charged novels that blend raw, real romance with gripping family drama and heart-pounding suspense. Known as the “Queen of the Family Saga,” Lorhainne crafts unforgettable stories where love is fierce, family comes first, and characters face real-world struggles that hit close to home.

Her books are for readers who crave stories about second chances, moral dilemmas, loyalty, and redemption—told through strong, relatable characters navigating the complexities of modern life. Whether it’s a tense custody battle, a broken marriage on the mend, or the return of a lost child, Lorhainne’s novels explore what it truly means to fight for the ones you love.

With millions of books sold worldwide, Lorhainne’s novels have been translated into Italian, Spanish, French, and German, earning her loyal fans across the globe and multiple Readers' Favorite Awards for both suspense and romance.

Tomorrow, I'll be reviewing THE FORGOTTEN CHILD - Book 1 in the 'Finding Love - The Outsider' series. 

While you wait, I invite you to click on any of the links below to learn more about Lorhainne Eckhart.

WEBSITE   BLOG   FACEBOOK   INSTAGRAM   YOUTUBE

GOODREADS   BOOKBUB

AMAZON AUTHOR PAGE

All my best!

~ Angela