This author participates in the Readers' Favorite Free Book Program, which is open to all readers and is completely free. The author will provide you with a free copy of their book in exchange for an honest review. You and the author will discuss what sites you will post your review to and what kind of copy of the book you would like to receive (eBook, PDF, Word, paperback, etc.). To begin, click the purple email icon to send this author a private email.
This author participates in the Readers' Favorite Book Review Exchange Program, which is open to all authors and is completely free. Simply put, you agree to provide an honest review an author's book in exchange for the author doing the same for you. What sites your reviews are posted on (B&N, Amazon, etc.) and whether you send digital (eBook, PDF, Word, etc.) or hard copies of your books to each other for review is up to you. To begin, click the purple email icon to send this author a private email, and be sure to describe your book or include a link to your Readers' Favorite review page or Amazon page.
This author participates in the Readers' Favorite Book Donation Program, which was created to help nonprofit and charitable organizations (schools, libraries, convalescent homes, soldier donation programs, etc.) by providing them with free books and to help authors garner more exposure for their work. This author is willing to donate free copies of their book in exchange for reviews (if circumstances allow) and the knowledge that their book is being read and enjoyed. To begin, click the purple email icon to send this author a private email. Be sure to tell the author who you are, what organization you are with, how many books you need, how they will be used, and the number of reviews, if any, you would be able to provide.
KAREN BANEY, in addition to writing Christian historical fiction and contemporary novels, works as a Software Engineer. Spending over twenty years as an avid fan of both genres, Karen loves writing stories set in Arizona. Her faith plays an important role both in her life and in her writing. She is active in various Bible studies throughout the year. Karen and her husband make their home in Gilbert, Arizona, with their two dogs. She also holds a Masters of Business Administration from Arizona State University.
Reviewed by Joy Hannabass for Readers' Favorite
Niki Turner is a software engineer and gets her dream of landing the big account with Helitronics. Still dealing with the tragedy of losing her family, Niki puts her entire life into her job. Little did she know that she would be working with Kyle Jacobs, who lived his high school days intimidating Niki any way he could and she hated him for it. After his injury in service Kyle Jacobs ends up at Helitronics to work because his work as a pilot is over. How surprised he is to find out that he is assigned to work with Niki Turner! He had plans to meet her again, but not at the office, and surely not working on a job with her. Things could get a bit touchy.
Loving books about second chances, I was excited about reading “Nickels.” It is a heartwarming story about Niki and Kyle who are given a second chance at love. Kyle is willing but can Niki let go and forgive Kyle for the way he treated her in high school?
Karen Baney weaves a wonderful and enjoyable romance with realistic and believable characters you will grow to love as family. “Nickels” is an intriguing story that will capture you in the very first pages and keep you engrossed until the end. I was amazed at the details of computer engineering the author writes into the story. Her knowledge and research is very recognizable in this book, making the story even more real. It is like hearing the details of the job from a real person. This author is really good at telling her story. I encourage you to grab a copy of this contemporary novel to read and enjoy for yourself. You will not be disappointed! Oh, and why the name Nickels? Well, you need to read the book to find out!
