Second Time Sweeter

NAACP nominee and USA Today bestselling author Beverly Jenkins continues her beloved Blessings series with a new heartwarming novel set in Henry Adams, Kansas.Malachi Mal July has run into trouble in the past. With a reputation as a player, hes now a recovering alcoholic and has made progress in redeeming himself in the eyes of his family and the citizens of Henry Adams, Kansas. Hes not only turned his diner into a profitable business, but also mentors the towns foster kids. And hes even staying true to one womanBernadine Brown.But all it takes is a moment of pride to blind Mal to his blessingsa moment that makes him betray his friends and family, and lose Bernadines trust and love. Will he ever be able to win her forgiveness?Meanwhile Homecoming Weekend is fast approaching, and store owner Gary Clark is reunited with his high school sweetheart. All it takes is a few minutes for them to realize the spark is still there, but is it too late for second chances? A little help from the good people of Henry Adams may give both Mal and Gary the best second chance at the happiness they missed the first time around