Take Heart by T.W. Allgaier Unexpected Gift Series

Mattie, Adelaide and Audrey are strong women whose lives continue to intersect throughout decades. The second novel in the UNEXPECTED GIFT Series, "Take Heart", continues to weave the story of redemption, grace and unconditional love throughout the swirling circumstances of life that engulf all of us at one time or another.

Mattie is trying to navigate the role as a single mom to her three kids, while dealing with the news she received after her mother's death. Her aunt was actually her biological mother. She knows nothing about her father, and wonders if she ever will. She loves her ex-husband's family and remains close to them, but is that best for her and a possible relationship with another man from her past?

Determined to find their deceased daddy's relatives in Tennessee; sisters, Adelaide and Audrey, wonder if they have waited too long? Their friendship with Mattie has lasted for almost three decades. Will they be able to maintain that special friendship?

• MEET SAM, A YOUNG MAN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS, WHO TEACHES EVERYONE ABOUT UNCONDITIONAL LOVE.

• MEET MATT, MATTIE'S SON, WHO QUESTIONS HIS PARENT'S DIVORCE AND BEGINS TO SPIRAL DOWN WITH POOR DECISIONS.

• MEET HAZEL, THE SISTERS' NANNIE AND SWEET CARETAKER, THAT REMAINS ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT FRIEND IN THEIR LIVES AS ADULTS.

Unconditional love, the power of faith and sacrifice continue to be the thread in this inspiring series. It will continue to encourage you as you live through the troubles in your own life.