Enjoy this heartfelt romance about hope, forgiveness and second chances from USA Today bestselling author Lee Tobin McClain, part of the wholesome Rescue Haven series. He needed only a nanny… but in her he’s found so much more. Suddenly a father after his little brother is abandoned on his doorstep, Corbin Beck has no idea how to care for a toddler. Thankfully, former hometown party girl … hometown party girl Samantha Alcorn is making a fresh start as a live-in nanny. As Corbin bonds with little Mikey–and sparks fly with Samantha–they begin to feel like a family. But Samantha’s secret could change everything…
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A sweet story about an adorable little boy, Mikey, who finds a new home with his “big brother”. Corbin Beck had no idea he had a little brother, and as a single guy focused on his career, had no idea as to how to take care of a toddler. His high school friend (and secret crush), Samantha, seems to be the perfect person to help him take care of Mikey. But the circumstances with Samantha and Mikey aren’t quite what they seem, and Corbin finds himself facing some difficult challenges.
I liked Mikey’s part of the story well enough to keep reading the book to find out where his “forever home” would be. The two main characters’ personalities didn’t really reach out to me, and I wasn’t particularly interested in their part of the story. But since there’s a sweet little boy and an adorable dog, I had enough to still be glad I read the story.
I received a copy of this book from the publisher. All opinions are my own.
This story was definitely heart wrenching for all of the ones involved. A mother leaves her child with another child and he is beside himself. Alcolhism is a very hard and ugly situation in families. You never know until you are in one of those families. I was glad that Corbin was able to come to terms with the whole situation and make a life. This was a tear jerker for sure.
The story of professor Corbin Beck and Samantha Alcorn is a sweet, warm romance. Everyone knows from the beginning where the story is headed, but it was so entertaining getting to the end. Of course, there was plenty of conflict between the two of them and drama with toddler Mikey. The story was not totally realistic, but it was a heartfelt story about addiction and the repercussions to your life and that of others. I enjoyed meeting all of the characters, especially Samantha. She was smart, smarter than she gave herself credit for, and so determined to help Mikey fit into Corbin’s life. Corbin was likable, but a little too stubborn and opinionated for me. Samantha had a lot of friends, most notably Hannah, and the promise at the end is that Hannah’s story will be next in the series. I’m looking forward to that one because Hannah is wise beyond her years and has already learned the secret to happiness, i.e. forgiveness. The author devotes about half a chapter to telling about how to be forgiven, but it fits seamlessly into the story, so it’s not like she is proselytizing. I enjoyed the book, found it to be a fast read and really liked how all of the characters flowed together to make one happy town. Fans of clean Christian romance will love this book and become a fan of this series!
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Disclosure of Material Connection: I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher via Netgalley. I was not required to write a positive review. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255, “Guides Concerning the Use of Testimonials and Endorsements in Advertising.”
I’m a sucker for dogs and babies—and babies and dogs! In Lee Tobin McClain’s new Love Inspired novel and book 2 in her Rescue Haven series, CHILD ON HIS DOORSTEP, I found a sweet little boy and a great dog. These two characters are the center of this story of a young man who needs to forgive and a young woman who yearns to belong. As in all of McClain’s stories, there are issues and conflicts that reflect real life: complex family relationships; emotional uncertainty; the desire for acceptance; even addiction, in its many forms. And, of course, those babies, as well as boys, little and big, in need of help; and dogs, big and small, in need of love. The characters are interesting and realistic, with emotions we can all recognize. And a toddler and his dog always offer challenges and scares, laughter and joy. In this story, there are spiritual issues as well: guilt, judgment, forgiveness, and the search for meaning in life. This is a multi-faceted story in which I found a special message—that life offers us opportunities to accept and to forgive, both ourselves and those we love. I recommend CHILD ON HIS DOORSTEP to all who want to understand and to smile, in all circumstances.
Child on His Doorstep is a story of forgiveness and second chances! I admired Professor Corbin Beck for giving his little brother a home when he was left on his doorstep by their mother. Samantha Alcorn was a caring person but I did not like how she misled Corbin and did not admit that she knew his mother. It was nice to read what was happening with the Rescue Haven after visiting it in the first book. I received a complimentary book from Lee Tobin McClain. This is my honest opinion.
CHILD ON HIS DOORSTEP…Lee Tobin McClean
Corbin working at home, doing research for the nutritional needs for senior dogs. If he could get a break through maybe his position at the university would be more secure. A child crying was it a grandchild next door, no a note saying it was his brother, two years old. Cheryl probably at a bar, and why for the two weeks. Growing up without parents at home, how could he be there for Mickey. What will Corbin’s reaction be when he finds this was a set up by his mother. A story of one who felt desperate and the love she had for Mickey her child. She took a daring step and hoped it would work out. A family broken thru the years, by choices. The healing and love that came from a child. Given ARC for my voluntary review and my honest opinion
Sweet and Enjoyable!
Awe! I absolutely loved Child on His Doorstep! It was such a fast, enjoyable read. Lee Tobin McClain was able to bring out the emotion in this one!
Absolutely heartwarming.
I love this author. She is always able to pull you right into the story, and she makes you fall in love with the characters. I devour all the Lee Tobin McClain books.
Child on His Doorstep by Lee Tobin McClain is book two in her Rescue Haven series.
Professor Corbin Beck finds a crying toddler on his porch. There is also a note, a suitcase and a car seat. Corbin knows nothing about children and is immediately unsure. Why would anyone think him a suitable guardian for a small child?
With Child on His Doorstep Lee Tobin McClain continues her tradition of warm, heartfelt romance. The dialogue, plot and characters are all interesting and compelling and immediately grab your attention. As in the first book of the series, important issues are visited within the context of the novel. This is another great read and I give it 5 out of 5 stars.
My thanks to the author for the opportunity to read an advance copy of this book. However, the opinions expressed in this review are 100% mine and mine alone.
I loved this book. The characters were great. Because of his childhood, Corbin was very rigid in his dealings with other people. Suddenly becoming a father to a little brother he didn’t know he had forced him to let people into his life. Samantha felt like people judged her for her past and had to learn that God loved her for who she was. Mikey was such a sweet boy, but a typical 2-year-old who. I thought this was a wonderful story and very well told. I cried through the last 2-3 chapters. I would recommend this book.
I received a complimentary of this book from the author and was not required to write a positive review.
Corbin is a hard working lonely person. When Mikey shows up on his doorstep his life will change. Samantha and Cheryl have plans to help Mikey. When Samantha shows up and helps Corbin with Mikey he can’t believe she is back in town. Watching these two work together will have you on the edge of your seat waiting to see what happens next. You won’t be able to stop reading this book. You will feel God working throughout this wonderful story. I had the honor to review this book for the author for a honest review. I would give this book a higher rating than a five star review if I could.
This is a heart-warming story. It is the tale of family, second chances, forgiveness, and love. I enjoyed this return to Rescue Haven – an easy, touching read.
Once again we get a story that’s touching, heartfelt, and so full of feel-goodness you’ll think your heart will burst, unable to contain it all. And we get to revisit Rescue Haven, the program for troubled boys and forgotten dogs, so if you enjoyed Reese and Gabby’s story in The Secret Christmas Child, you’ll definitely love Samantha and Corbin’s story!
Corbin Beck enjoys his orderly, organized life as a biology professor and volunteer with the Rescue Haven dogs. But when he finds his toddler-age brother alone on his doorstep with a note from his unreliable, alcoholic mother asking that Corbin take custody of Mikey, Corbin’s entire world is upended. Fortunately, Corbin’s first crush, Samantha Alcorn, has returned to town to make a fresh start, and she’s willing to step up and help with Mikey’s care.
I was so tickled to return to this book world, to revisit the previous characters and to fall completely for new ones. I enjoyed getting to know Samantha and seeing how well she related with the troubled boys as she worked to create a new life for herself. I loved watching Corbin grow and change, opening his heart to not only raise his brother Mikey, but to take Boomer, a large breed adult dog, into his home. And when you get to critical scene with rescue dog Boomer, don’t believe the line about it only happening in movies, because I had a wonderful rescue dog that did something very similar.
For an emotional, heartwarming, wholesome romance, this gifted wordsmith is, hands down, my favorite. She gives us perfectly flawed, imperfect characters that are relatable and endearing, then fills their stories with hope, healing, forgiveness and redemption. It’s impossible to read her words and not have them impact the reader in some profound way. This positive, uplifting, inspiring writing is something we need desperately in our world these days. Give yourself a break from the busyness that surrounds you and immerse yourself in this wonderful book world. Your soul will be touched and your heart will be eternally grateful.