Determined Dreamer

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Pub Date 17 Mar 2020 | Archive Date 8 Mar 2020

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Description

She’s been hiding her pain her entire life. If she doesn’t come clean, it could jeopardize the future she’s always wanted…

Cologne, Missouri. Kalie hasn’t been completely honest with her family. Telling no one she was bullied since childhood by a classmate, she’s finally taken control of her destiny by buying a small-town coffee shop. But the secrets she harbors could push away her new business partner, Elias, and smother their blossoming love affair.

Fearing she’ll lose everything if she tells the truth, Kalie holds back on giving Elias her whole heart. But the more she resists his affection, the harder it becomes to keep her lips sealed.

Can Kalie find the courage to bare her soul and unlock her deepest desires?

Determined Dreamer is the third book in the whimsical Inspiration in Cologne romantic women’s fiction series. If you like complex characters, close-knit communities and feel-good stories, then you’ll adore Deborah King’s wholesome tale.

She’s been hiding her pain her entire life. If she doesn’t come clean, it could jeopardize the future she’s always wanted…

Cologne, Missouri. Kalie hasn’t been completely honest with her family...


Advance Praise

"King creates a stand-alone multifaceted story that is realistic, absorbing, and emotionally compelling." -Donovan's Literary services

"A truly warn novel with plenty of emotional intensity and powerful inspiration. A highly recommended read for those who need a feel-good and empowering read." 5-star review! -K.C. Finn for Readers' Favorite

"King creates a stand-alone multifaceted story that is realistic, absorbing, and emotionally compelling." -Donovan's Literary services

"A truly warn novel with plenty of emotional intensity and...


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"Determined Dreamer" is book three in the Inspirational Cologne series.
At first I didn't think I would finish this book. But the more I read it was a great novel. Bullying at any age is horrible. Especially keeping it hidden and causing so much heartache. You won't regret buying this book. Friends, family, and a coffee shop! There's not anything better!

Thank you publisher and NetGalley for the eARC

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Enjoyed this book very much. I, being a victim of bullying, could relate partially. Thank you Deborah King for this book. I hope to read more of this author in the near future.

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I have recommended this book to a lot of my friends because I received an ARC of this book and this book just blew me away. Let me tell you why. Kalie was bullied since childhood but never told her family or her friends. She just suffered and became an introvert. I am an introvert and the telling of her story made me realize so many things.
The courage, it took for Kalie to decide to buy the coffee shop, she worked in during her high school years. Her brother and his wife helped her to buy it. After buying it, she met Elias who wanted to be partners in the coffee shop with her and she had a dream of having coffee and crepes. Her brother took her shopping for the dishes, utensils, and ingredients needed to make crepes. After that, her brother was trying to teach her and Elias how to make them. While she was trying to learn she realized her brother could have been a gourmet chef. She talked to him about it and he had been a chef but he had to give it up. Elias and Kalie were growing closer but Kalie couldn't give Elias her whole heart because of the secret she carried with her. Eventually, Kalie told Elias and she slowly began to trust in him and herself.
Cologne, Missouri is a small town but it is expanding with new businesses and new people. While reading the book, I felt like I was right there with them. I fell in love with the town and the people. But you don't think that is all there is to the book. I said the book blew me away. Wait until you read about Kalie and the person who always bullied her. It is going to blow you away too. This is a book to put on your list of books to read. Mark March 17th on your calendar because that is the day this book will be published. You don't have to be an introvert to love this story because there are so many different people, doing different things, there are secrets to learn, and I just love a book where one sentence can make you question things in your own life.

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Sometimes a little romance and family adventure are a nice change from serious books on theology, fun books on art, and other reading. This one's clean, interesting, and tells the story of people you'd like to meet.

Sometimes the heroes are extroverted and outgoing. This one's about someone who prefers people she knows. She's determined to make dreams come true for those around her. I'd be interested in reading more from the series, so that tells you something.

A book of reconciliation and growth - you'll enjoy it.

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I haven't read of Deborah King's previous books in this series so I was hoping I was going to be able to follow along. But it can be a standalone novel. Determined Dreamer" is book three of the series.

It was a good, solid read. Bullying is a major issues and it affects you in every aspect of your life, even after graduating! Kalie, the main character, is feeling every aspect of that. But she buy a coffee shop and tries to make a life for herself. Her business partner (and potential love interest) Elias makes things interesting and forces Kalie to confront her past demons and to let love in. A great read with likeable characters. I'm on the lookout for Books 1 and 2!

Thank you publisher and NetGalley for the ARC.

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Determined Dreamer is the third book from the Inspiration in Cologne series. The first two books Daring Dreamer and Bedazzled Dreamer made me fall in love with the author Deborah King. You may read the review of Daring Dreamer here (http://www.theclippednightingale.com/daring-dreamer-by-deborah-king-book-review/) and Bedazzled Dreamer here (http://www.theclippednightingale.com/bedazzled-dreamer-by-deborah-king-book-review/). If you've not read these two amazing books already, I sincerely recommend you to pick them right away and dive into them.

Determined Dreamer is also set in Cologne, Missouri a beautiful close-knit community I fell in love with after reading these books, thanks to the author for the precise details and detailed description. Kalie has been working at The Coffee Palace since fifteen and she always dreamed of owning it. She took up the offer given by her half-brother Shane and bought the place. Being bullied by a classmate since childhood, Kalie is always scared of relationships. 

Elilas, the new comer in the town who is also a business partner is in love with Kalie but she pushes him away in the beginning because of her insecurities. Kalie hides a secret from her loving brother Shane initially, but she comes out clean with her brother and sister-in-law with the kind support of Elias. 

This story is about how Kalie fights her demons and starts trusting people around her. It turns out, Kalie not only fulfills her dreams, but also helps Shane bring his dream come true. 

I have always loved the female leads in Deborah's stories. In spite of the traumatic past, these women raise above and make their dreams come true. Not only that, they also bring out the best in their peers and other members in their loves and I totally adore that quality. Deborah's stories strengthen my faith in sisterhood. I love this book. I sincerely thank Deborah for sending me an advanced reviewer copy for an honest review. Determined Dreamer is releasing on 17th of this month. Happy reading, guys!

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Beautifully written and very interesting to read.
I would recommend this book.
Thank you Net Galley and the publisher for the ARC copy of this book. All opinions expressed are my own.

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This was the perfect read for the day I was having. Finished it in one sitting and thoroughly enjoyed myself with a glass of rose. Thanks for a perfect evening!

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