The Protective One, Shelley Shepard Gray
The Protective One, Shelley Shepard Gray
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The Protective One

Author: Shelley Shepard Gray

Narrator: Tavia Gilbert

Unabridged: 7 hr 27 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 01/21/2020


Synopsis

New York Times bestselling author Shelley Shepard Gray weaves a moving and unforgettable exploration of love and friendship in this “slow-burning, enjoyable romance [with] a poignant message about the importance of community, compassion, and doing what’s right rather than what’s easy” (Publishers Weekly).

The tragic and untimely death of an old friend has made Elizabeth Anne rethink not only her priorities but also her courtship with David, her longtime neighbor and suitor. Though he’s Mennonite like herself and has her parents’ approval, she feels that a spark is missing. Desperate for a change, she breaks things off—wondering if, perhaps, she’s the one who’s missing a spark.

When her family becomes upset with her decision, E.A. turns to her friends for support. One of them is Will, a man with a good heart who has always been there for her. As the two bond over their shared struggle to navigate a future that everyone else seems to have figured out, they are surprised to realize that they have feelings for each other.

But E.A.’s world takes a sudden turn when she realizes that she’s not the only one struggling—Marta, one of her sewing students, is in desperate need of protection. With the aid of Will and several other friends, E.A. begins a journey that is more difficult and rewarding than she could have ever imagined...one that ultimately enables her to find everything she’s been searching for.

“Gray deftly weaves the threads of abuse, friendship, love, and faith into a thought-provoking, emotional story” (Patricia Davids, USA TODAY bestselling author) that is sure to appeal to both new and longtime fans.

About Shelley Shepard Gray

A practicing Lutheran, Shelley Shepard Gray is the New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author of more than one hundred novels, translated into multiple languages. In her years of researching the Amish community, she depends on her Amish friends for gossip, advice, and cinnamon rolls. She lives in Colorado with her family and writes full time.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Deanne

The third book in the Walnut Creek series, The Protective One really was an excellent book. I have read the other books in the series but don't worry if you haven't the author does fill you in on the backstory from the other books. A group of friends are there for each other in each of the books and v......more

Goodreads review by Susan

THE PROTECTIVE ONE is the 3 book in the series by Shelley Shepard Gray called Walnut Creek. THE PROTECTIVE ONE starts off increasing the reader’s heart rate right away. This story is about Elizabeth Anne, one of the eight that the series is based on. This book is also about Will, who like Elizabeth A......more

Goodreads review by Kav

There's an understated power in this poignant story about friendship and love and the courage to embrace change. I'm finding it hard to find words to explain the impact it had on me. That's because this author knows how to bring heart and depth into what, on the surface, might appear to simply be a......more

Goodreads review by Lynette

I really enjoyed this book. I would like to read more novels by this author. I liked this one fom page one right through to the end.......more

Goodreads review by Shirley

Absolutely loved The Protective One. If I could I would give it more than five Stars. I thought the eye catching cover was beautiful. The book was an easy read and with excellent content. Centered around abuse in more than one circumstance, it had this reader on the edge of her seat. The love and su......more