A Valentine to Cherish

A Sweet and Wholesome Christian Novella (Cherish Series, Book 3)

By: Josie Riviera

Narrated by: Anthea Hallett-Ybarra

Length: 3 hrs and 45 mins

Publisher's summary

Love is the one thing she knows for sure.

Joseph Slater, an up-and-coming Christian singer and songwriter, doesn’t plan to be in Cherish, South Carolina, longer than a few days. That is, until he meets Scarlett Evans, who finds herself at a loss for words when she is formally introduced to the famous musician.

Normally, Joseph would be looking for the fastest way out of town if he thought a woman he was attracted to qualified as a homebody. Yet Scarlett’s appeal - her laugh, her optimism, her obvious passion for the things she cares about - weighs stronger than his reluctance to settle down.

Despite her attempts to hold onto her heart, the weight of an empty life proves that although Scarlett had good reason to be lost, Joseph was her way to be found.

From USA Today best-selling author Josie Riviera comes a new contemporary Christian romance series set in the small town of Cherish, South Carolina. These sweet and wholesome stories, where God is at the center, brim with love and laughter.

A Valentine to Cherish is the third audiobook in the Cherish series, where music, laughter, and a little sister turn Valentine’s Day around.

Listen to all the audiobooks in the inspirational Cherish series!

• A Love Song to Cherish
• A Christmas to Cherish
• A Valentine to Cherish

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So sweet

A Valentine to Cherish is a sweet and clean Christian romance. I enjoyed the writing style, adorable characters that struggle with common issues of society, and the theme of relying on God (without being preachy). The performer does a wonderful job with voices and has a nice tone to her voice.

Sweet Christian romance

Such a sweet story. Both characters are charming and have their challenges, but with love anything is possible.

Cherish the love

I enjoyed listening to this book. The narrator was good with this cute romance. Joseph and Scarlett meet in the town of Cherish, South Carolina. He is a Christian singer and she works with support dogs and is a big sister. When she is introduced to him, at the music store, she is awed. She can dream, but Joseph would never be interested in her. Scarlett catches Joseph's eye, but he is only here for a few days. Magical things happen on Valentine's Day, could it happen this year?

Good

The story was a good story, a bit of light fantasy. I enjoyed it. It had a happy ending. I didn’t find myself completely engaged with the characters, so I gave it a 4/5. It’s a bit of light fun.
The narrator did a great job, except for the singing. Read the words with lilt rather than try to create a tune.

longing for love

Charlotte longs to have what her friend has - a forever love. She struggles with her self image and can't image someone like Joseph would really be interested in her. Joseph is such a sweet heart and longs to show Charlotte how much he wants to give her forever. A really sweet ending.

Sometimes, our friends know us best

Joseph and Scarlett seem to be complete opposites. He's a world-traveler and famous for his music. She's deeply rooted in one place and content to serve at home. Yet when they meet, there's something there.

Their friends and other towns-people of Cherish can see that they belong together. But they're not so sure, especially Scarlett, who's been hurt before...

I love the fact that this author uses her writing to help readers explore the importance of worthy organizations and activities. Scarlett trains service dogs for the disabled and veterans and volunteers with Big Brothers/Big Sisters. Seeing the difference she makes in these roles is part of what roots her to Cherish, making it "home" for her.

She can't imagine leaving those things behind to follow after Joseph and his music, nor can she ask him to stay. But it's those gifts we never ask for and that are freely given that mean the most, especially when they match our heart's desire.

I do wish that Scarlett had a little more self-confidence and wasn't so focused on her weight all the time. I felt that detracted from the story a bit. But overall, I enjoyed the audiobook very much. I did find the narration much too slow and was grateful that I could speed it up in the app.

Good.

This is the only book of the series that I listened to. This is a good book if you believe in there are still wholesome Christian goody two shoes people out in our world. Don't get me wrong, it's very enjoyable and the narrator did a good job with the characters. This book was a pleasure to listen to and I would like to thank the author, narrator, or publisher for providing me this audiobook at no cost in exchange for my unbiased review.

Delightful short story

If you're looking for a great wholesome love story, this is the book for you. A young woman (Scarlett) that isn't too sure about how a man like Joseph could have feelings for her due to her appearance. This is a great short read. I look forward to getting more books in the future by Josie Riviera. It's nice to be able to choose a book with some romance and it is not filled with filthy words or inappropriate scenes in the novel. This one has a great storyline.

A Valentine to Cherish

This is a sweet, clean romance set in the small town of Cherish.

There’s an instant connection between Scarlett and Joseph, but he’s a famous musician who travels constantly and she’s a small town homebody with self confidence issues. Can love conquer all?

I enjoyed this short story written by Josie Riviera and narrated by Anthea Hallett-Ybarra.

I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and I have voluntarily left this review.

Sweet Valentines Day Romance

Josie Riviera has written a really sweet faith based romance packed with heart. Once heartbroken Scarlett learns to trust again. Joseph a singer/songwriter is trying to find his muse. If they can open their hearts, faith could lead them to a love they will Cherish. I received this ARC audiobook from Sweet Sounds Audio but chose to leave a review. The thoughts are my own. I recommend this sweet Valentines Day Romance!