Lost Love 2 - Ever After by Karen Kingsbury

In the poignant sequel to "Even Now," Emily Anderson's college life takes a transformative turn when she meets Army reservist Justin Baker. Their inspiring relationship, grounded in faith and love, influences everyone, including Emily's birth parents, Lauren Gibbs and Shane Galanter. Lauren and Shane, still divided by conflicting beliefs, face challenges. Lauren, a war correspondent, returns to Afghanistan, leading to a painful goodbye with Shane. Both believe their relationship has ended for good until tragedy strikes, challenging them to set aside differences for the sake of love and God's enduring grace. The narrative explores the resilience of love, even amidst opposing views, underscoring the profound impact of faith and the possibility of reconciliation against all odds. "Ever After" is a compelling exploration of love's triumph in the face of adversity and the transformative power of God's enduring love.

In "Even Now," Karen Kingsbury intricately intertwines the lives of Shane Galanter, Lauren Gibbs, and Emily Anderson. Shane, yearning for roots, questions his choices and wonders if a past love still lingers. Lauren, a war correspondent, abandoned hope for happily-ever-after, grappling with an empty life. Emily, a college freshman, unravels a tragic love story tied to her birth, prompting a quest for her unknown mother. The narrative, crafted with Kingsbury's hallmark tenderness and power, explores lives marked by separation, loss, and enduring love. It delves into the profound connections that transcend time, culminating in a miracle of resurrection. The story is a poignant exploration of hope arising from the remnants of the past, showcasing the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of love and faith.