Altar Call by Hope Lyda

As her friend Sadie moves closer to the altar, Mari Hamilton makes a U-turn to help her family's youth shelter back in Washington, D.C. leaving behind boyfriend Beau, and gal pals Caitland and Angelica (who predict this decision is socially courageous or crazy). But with frequent-flyer miles and determination, Mari keeps her long-distance relationship and friendships alive and is certain she has pulled off the impossible--made the status of "single woman living with parents" advantageous.

But when her past and present collide, this maid-of-honor must discover what she is made of. Will Mari take her own trip down the aisle, or will she risk it all? As she moves forward in faith, will she finally trust the heart God gives her?


My Review:
I spotted this book on a sale table and bought it based on the cover and the blurb on the back (typed above for your perusal).

I had not read the first book of this series, Hip to Be Square, but that did not hinder me from jumping into this chick-lit. I particularly enjoyed the snappy dialogue and the way the author played with words. Mari, the protagonist, keeps a list of "least-favorite words." That's something that I might want to begin! There's "poetry pizza night" and a "phone closet." Mari mentions the "disease to please" that I have--as do most women.

I appreciate a nice romance like this one, as a change of pace. I recommend it.