Just One Kiss

 By Courtney Walsh

Inspirational Fiction

Reviewed by Shirl-Winkler Branch

    Just One Kiss follows Carly Collins, a pregnant high school student, and her boyfriend Josh Dixon, a young man growing up in an abusive home.  When their baby gets sick, Josh disappears, only to return sixteen years later when their son is diagnosed with a life threatening illness.  As the story continues, Josh and Carly have to deal with their son's illness and what, if anything, is left of their relationship.  Do they still love each other, and can they overcome the hurt and disappointment that have been inflicted over the last sixteen years?  Will Carly give Josh a second chance?  Will Josh be able to overcome the effects of his childhood abuse?

    I enjoyed the reality of this story and found it believable.  You could feel the struggle that Carly and Josh were having with their relationship, or lack thereof.  You can also understand the influences that the people around them had on the decisions they were making.  This is book three of the Harbor Pointe series, however, the books do not need to be read in order.

Click here to place the book on hold