Letters of Love, a book review
Book Review
I’ve had the privilege of following Joi on her writing
journey as she penned the book Letters ofLove.
Joi included the actual letters that her grandfather wrote
so many years ago. The beauty in the writing and the story of the times adds a
sentimental yet eye opening element to the story. I enjoyed his words and the
glimpse into his heart. The author wove the two stories together and created a
lovely tale of hope.
I asked Joi to tell me a bit more about her inspiration for Letters of Love.
She said:
I wrote this story for my grandparents. My nana asked me
years ago what I wanted from her house when she passes away. One thing caught
my attention: her trunk from China. Unfortunately, my cousin claimed it first.
I told my grandmother whatever she wanted to leave me was fine. I had memories
my cousin didn't.
One day, Nana was going through things and found the letters
Papa wrote her while stationed in India and China during WWII. She called me
and asked if I wanted them. Without hesitation, I answered with an affirmative!
That's how this story started. While most of it is purely
fiction, the letters themselves are not. It was a joy and pleasure to write
about my grandparents.
About the Author:
Joi Copeland is married to a
wonderful man, Chris, and has three amazing boys, Garrison, Gage, and Gavin.
She is living the dream in beautiful Denver, Colorado. Joi loves being a wife
and mom! She enjoys spending time with her sister Steffanne, and loves to sit
and have a cup of coffee or tea with friends! She's been a Christian for over
twenty years. Following Jesus has been the best decision she has ever made.
Joi's books include Hope for Tomorrow,
Hope for the Journey, Christmas Rayne, and Sheriff Bride Rob's Story, and Lettersof Love.
You can find me on the web:
http://www.goodreads.com/author/Joi_Copeland
What a charming story!
ReplyDeleteIt truly is. :)
ReplyDeleteI love Joi's personal story AND Letters of Love. Readers will enjoy Sophia and Lucia's story.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Davalyn, Penny, and Julie! :)
ReplyDeleteYou're welcome, Joi. I Hope many people are blessed with your story.
DeleteI'm going to order this on my Kindle. I LOVE the idea that you used your grandparents letters. How precious!
ReplyDeleteI know you'll enjoy it.
DeleteThank you, Paula! It was a joy to be able to write this story about my grandparents. I loved learning so much about them! :)
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