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Word Gets Around (Christian Fiction Series) Library Binding – Large Print, January 1, 2009

4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 941 ratings

Lauren Eldridge had avoided returning home to Daily, Texas, until one day, her father admits that he's in over his head. Paying back an old favor, he's invested in a horse that's supposed to be the star of a new Hollywood movie. But the horse won't behave -- and Lauren is the best trainer in the state. Convinced to return, she soon finds more than she bargained for when the movie's screenwriter turns out to be leading-man handsome.

This movie may be Nate Heath's last shot at turning his career around. Though he doesn't have high hopes at first, the town of Daily may be just what he needs to find hope, healing -- and maybe even a little more.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Center Point Pub; Large Print edition (January 1, 2009)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Library Binding ‏ : ‎ 467 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1602854246
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1602854246
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.5 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 1.5 x 9 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 941 ratings

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Lisa Wingate
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Lisa Wingate's new novel, Shelterwood, is upcoming in June 4th, 2024. Her novel, Before We Were Yours, was a #1 New York Times bestseller, remained on the list for over two years, and has sold more than three million copies. Her books have been translated into over forty languages and have appeared on bestseller lists worldwide. Before We Were Yours, her blockbuster hit, was Publishers Weekly’s third longest running bestseller of 2017, and was voted by readers as the 2017 Goodreads Choice Award winner for historical fiction. She lives in Texas and Colorado with her family and her cuddly little teddy bear of a dog, Huckleberry. Find her at her website or on Facebook and Instagram.

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4.7 out of 5 stars
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Reviewed in the United States on January 29, 2015
I absolutely love Lisa Wingate’s novels! I started with Tending Roses and have read and enjoyed each and every one of her books.

I enjoy Lisa’s writing style, character development, unique story lines and the fact that there is always personal growth, reconciliation and redemption in her novels. Lisa always finds an interesting premise, location or historical reference that leads me to do further research on the topic presented. I also like that her books are written in series which gives me an opportunity to get to know the characters better as the story lines develop and to see how they are progressing or what they are up to once they aren’t the focal point of the current story.

While I don’t always like the personalities of the characters (I’m sure that’s Lisa’s intent) at the onset, I do grow to love them and understand and appreciate their individual challenges and personalities as the story unfolds. I have sometimes felt uncomfortable as I was being taught lessons I needed to learn about how others might be challenged or struggling in their lives and the scenarios are realistic enough that you can certainly apply them to real life situations. At the end of the book, I am always loath to leave them and feel as if they are real people that I’ve grown to know and care about.

I have been inspired by Lisa’s wisdom, challenged to become a better person, laughed, cried and fallen in love with the people and localities she writes about.

I feel I am a better person for having read these books and always appreciate the measure of grace she brings to her writing. Each book leaves a great impression on me and my heart is full for a long time after the last page is turned.

It is important to me that Lisa somehow manages to do all of this without feeling the need to use graphic language or sex scenes as I do not find that these add anything to a story.

Don’t think that her books aren’t entertaining! Lisa adds wit to go along with the wisdom! There is always a little bit of romance, too!

I hope you will take the time to pick up one of Lisa’s books. You won’t be disappointed.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 3, 2011
I started with "Talk of the Town", the first book based in Daily Texas. This book, "Word gets around", is the second one, and is sort of a continuation, but it is not a sequel. The main characters are new, but the side characters reappear. I thought this book was far better than "Talk of the Town", which I already thought was really fun and good. "Word gets around" has a much more believable romance than TTOT, the characters are even funnier, with a bit of sad stuff thrown in that made me tear up. I really enjoyed it. I was looking on amazon for some fluffy "Christian Romance" books, and my expectations were not very high, so I was really pleasantly surprised to find that Lisa Wingate can actually write! Her characters are well developed and just really funny.

OK, the plot was a little thin, and although it's billed as a "Christian Romance", it's not really a "Christian" book. Some of the characters are Christian, and others think about God a bit, but the Christian part seems incidental. I suppose it falls in the Christian section because it's a "G-rated" book. In spite of all that, it was an enjoyable read and I highly recommend it for anyone looking for a quick, light, read without sacrificing writing quality.
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Reviewed in the United States on October 12, 2014
I got the first book for free, and I should have known that with a Lisa Wingate, the next logical thing would be to buy all the books in the series. That's exactly what happened.

This second book is a continuation of what happened after Amber Anderson won second place in American Megastar. The focus this time is on Lauren Eldridge, who came back to Daily two years after a tragedy had her leaving town. As in the first book, the story is told from the points of view of Lauren, and a visitor to Daily, Nate Heath.

Again, this did not disappoint. There was just enough drama, wholesome romance, family, community, gospel. A very easy and light read, filled with a balance of comic, inspiration, and a bundle of life lessons.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2024
I loved the characters and setting of this story of redemption. This was a page turner and I couldn't wait to finish!
Reviewed in the United States on November 8, 2020
I have never read this author before, but this book has turned me into a deeply grateful fan. I recommend this book for all ages, well written with a beautiful message. Great read
Reviewed in the United States on August 1, 2020
This is a great author! Since I read my first book by her I was hooked. She starts with a character in a difficult situation and takes you through her life as she deals with it and comes to a conclusion. She writes with small Bible references throughout the book. She draws you into the story so you feel you are right there with the characters trying to solve problems. Very Well Written!!!
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Reviewed in the United States on August 10, 2021
Amazing read. I could not put it down. One of her best. God's love and healing is felt in this story.
Reviewed in the United States on January 12, 2020
Well written with a wonderful message in acceptances for forgiveness.we forget that accepting who and what we are is essential to leading a good life

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Aletheuon
5.0 out of 5 stars I loved it!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 5, 2016
Lauren has left her hometown of Daily, Texas, looking for a new life. A tragedy two years before made life with the people she has known and loved all her life just too difficult to face. But then her father's business falls into difficulties and he asks her to help him. She discovers that the rescue plan includes a nervy racehorse, a film star, a newly famous singer and a Hollywood scriptwriter, all described without glitz. Lisa is called on to do what she does best - to use her talent as a horse whisperer to win the trust of a washed-up racehorse - and inthe process she finds new meaning for her life. This is much more than a romantic novel with a Christian slant; it is really a story of redemption and hope.
I just love the books of Lisa Wingate. She is such a skilled writer, creating memorable characters, absorbing plots and a great sense of place - and her books are Christian without being in the least preachy. They are excellent books to give to someone who is n ot yet a Christian because Christianity is so truthfully portrayed, with all the weaknesses and follies of Christians and yet with a wonderfully moving and attractive message of hope and healing.
love to read
5.0 out of 5 stars great read
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 20, 2013
great read. Some very thought provoking parts of the book make you think of your own life and how you could make changes for yourself.