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A Journey by Chance (The Other Way Home Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Sally John (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 86 ratings
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Popular fiction author Sally John’s first series The Other Way Home (more than 65,000 copies sold) comes to life with a fresh, new cover for a new audience of readers.

In A Journey by Chance, the first book of the series, Dr. Gina Philips heads from Southern California to the tiny Midwest town of Valley Oaks for her cousin’s wedding. Her plan to heal from a failed relationship and escape from a lost job is interrupted by the persistent attention of a local, Brady, and the quirkiness of small town America.

But just when Gina thinks she has the town figured out, a secret is revealed that will forever change her family and her relationship to the mysterious Brady.

This novel of romance and healing turns first impressions on end as Gina finds inspiration in the faith of others and joy in her own growing relationship with the Lord.

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    The Other Way Home
  2. Print length
    350 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Sticky notes
    On Kindle Scribe
  5. Publisher
    Harvest House Publishers
  6. Publication date
    July 1, 2008
  7. File size
    806 KB
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About the Author

Sally John is the author of the popular The Other Way Home and In a Heartbeat series, including A Journey by Chance and In a Heartbeart. A three-time finalist for the Christy Award and a former teacher, she lives in Southern California with her husband, Tim. Writing fiction takes a backseat only to her cherished roles of wife, mom, mom-in-law, and grandma.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B003NUSBUA
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Harvest House Publishers; Repack edition (July 1, 2008)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ July 1, 2008
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 806 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 350 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 86 ratings

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Sally John

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Sally John is the best-selling author of eighteen novels, including the Safe Harbor series (coauthored with Gary Smalley), The Other Way Home series, The Beach House series, and In a Heartbeat series. A three-time finalist for the Christy Award and ACFW Carol Award winner for Heart Echoes, Sally writes contemporary stories that offer hope to readers in their own relational and faith journeys. An Illinois native, she lives with her husband in southern California. Visit her Web site at www.sally-john.com or email her at john.sally@yahoo.com.

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4.6 out of 5 stars
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nanab9
5.0 out of 5 stars A Journey by Chance by Sally John
Reviewed in the United States on October 15, 2014
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I am still wiping my eyes as I write this review. It's not from sadness but from sheer joy! This wonderful book has touched me in ways that some others have, but with the addition of teaching. I personally love to learn and plan to never stop. In amazing ways, Sally John developed a wonderful story, so believable, yet with the best rendition of being able to watch Jesus become real to some of it's characters! That blessed me so much.

We have a big city girl set into a small farming community in the middle of nowhere. She meets a fellow who is also in her cousin's wedding, which is the reason our city girl is visiting. Instant dislike on both parts! (Kind of reminds me of my husband and me, many, many years ago. Add in a couple of disgruntled parents and other situations, and an eventful season happens. For one, the most delightful great-aunt, who is a young acting 80 year old lady.

I could say more, but honestly, you have to read this yourselves to appreciate it. Trust me, it is awesome! Surprising too, funny, sad, and lots more. I gave A Journey by Chance 5 stars, but would give it 15 stars if I could. Enjoy!
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sherry debarbieri
5.0 out of 5 stars Love the Christin inspiration
Reviewed in the United States on July 4, 2015
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I don't even know where the first Sally Johns book I read came from, it just seemed to be there. I had been reading books from another popular author but they weren't inspirational or Christan based. I loved this book of sallys and every other book of hers I've read because it reminds me everyday how important my faith is to me. The characters struggle sometimes with their choices and go to Jesus for many reasons just as everyday Christians do, especially a new Christian like myself. This book was so inspiring using verses from the bible to reinforce things I've learned. The characters learn how to solve issues with Gods help and their other Christian friends and family. None of them appear holier than thou. I am stuck on her books and love when I run across a scripture from the book in my bible. You can't go wrong with her books, is appropriate for young teens to anyone older.
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Texaslass
4.0 out of 5 stars Incomplete Message of Faith
Reviewed in the United States on December 27, 2018
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This is a good romantic story with refreshingly chaste and respectful behavior by the characters. Also, and most importantly, the biblical message of Jesus's love is presented with conviction. But I wonder why the author doesn't share the FULL biblical message of starting a life with Christ, with a decision of obedience that includes baptism (immersion).
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Christian fiction
Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2020
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Very interesting story. Gina and Brady interacting with one another, the history behind her mother:s past all made for great reading.
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Corriesgirl
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful Book!
Reviewed in the United States on February 6, 2017
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So enjoyed this book, I got the rest of the series! You really care about the characters. Book two is just as good. Will be read Mrs. John's other books.
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alj
5.0 out of 5 stars Great R
Reviewed in the United States on February 18, 2013
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This was a great read. We did it for a book club and everyone really enjoyed the book. Will for sure read the rest of the series.
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Tom Marek
5.0 out of 5 stars I very much enjoy all of them
Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2015
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It was my introduction to the Other way home group of books, I very much enjoy all of them.
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Etha Carson
4.0 out of 5 stars I'm ready to read another by Sally John
Reviewed in the United States on October 2, 2014
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I enjoyed the entire book. Wonderful character development of real people and relationships with practical application to abundant living. The kept me invested to the end.
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