What Readers Are Saying
Wagered Heart | The Perfect Life
A Cloud Mountain Christmas (Hearts Evergreen)
Trouble in Paradise | Return to Me | Sweet Dreams Drive
A Carol for Christmas | Diamond Place | Another Chance to Love You
Loving Libby | The Victory Club | Veterans Way | Beyond the Shadows | Legacy Lane
Catching Katie |
Speak
to Me of Love | Promised to Me | Firstborn
Ribbon of Years | The Story
Jar | In His Arms | Patterns
of Love | Dear Lady
The
Shepherd's Voice | Whispers From Yesterday
| The Forgiving Hour
WAGERED HEART
THE PERFECT LIFE
"The Perfect Life had a riveting beginning. I was dying to know what had actually happened. Then it looked like the mystery was over and I wasn't sure I wanted to finish the story. However, I decided to give it a chance and am glad I did because the story didn't shake out the way it seemed like it would at first. It's very hard to sustain tension and genuine spiritual struggles in a novel about marriage relationships without it getting annoying for the reader due to the harping and bitterness that tends to develop within a storyline where trust is broken in marriage. However, the author does a fabulous job with this novel and not once did I want to slap the heroine, as is often the case. The tension in The Perfect Life was realistically done and believable. The spiritual arc was fabulous and extremely honest. In short, I loved this story and highly recommend it, especially for couples who have discovered a lack of trust in their relationship." — via email 3/19/08
"I literally finished The Perfect Life on my lunch break at school this morning. Though Brad and Kat, along with their daughters faced incredible obstacles; I must confess I was glad that Brad was not unfaithful. Like many women, I've dealt with this on multiple levels with family, friends, colleagues, and personally. It was refreshing to read your latest work. I would have been content even if a divorce came into Brad and Kat's life; just knowing Brad had kept his vows. I hope that doesn't sound ludicrous. As always your work inspired and held me from word one. It's a shoo-in for my book club." — via email 3/3/08
A CLOUD MOUNTAIN CHRISTMAS
"What a great story about Tony and Maddie, I totally enjoyed it. Old
friends can sometimes be the best friends. You are a great writer and I look
forward to more of your stories." — via email 11/27/07
TROUBLE IN PARADISE
"I have just finished reading Trouble in Paradise and have loved every minute of it. I felt a connection to Shayla with her writing career. Having wanted to write for quite a few years and keeping so many ideas bottled inside, I have just begun a writing course ... I have felt quite inspired by your novel and want to thank you so much for placing some very lovely dreams in my heart. I look forward to your next book." — via email 9/11/07
RETURN TO ME
"I finished Return to Me in one day. (I won't go into what I ignored on my To Do list that day!) It was such a good book. You took the story of the prodigal and rewrote it so it was up-to-date and realistic. I think your insight into Elena, Roxy's sister, was brilliant--giving readers an honest view of what the older brother in the biblical story of the prodigal would have struggled with. I also appreciate that Return to Me was not all pat answers and happily-ever-after. It was real life."— via email 7/24/07
"I just finished reading this book and I would say it is one of Robin Lee Hatcher's best. Once again she has an amazing way of explaining God's grace in such a simple way that it hits you right between the eyes." — via Amazon.com, 6/08/07
SWEET DREAMS DRIVE
A CAROL FOR CHRISTMAS
"I just finished reading A Carol For Christmas. It was a truly wonderful book with a surprise ending that I was not expecting, but after reflecting as 'Carol' did, understood." — via email 11/15/06
"You've made me shed a bucket of tears. Thanks! I just finished reading A CAROL FOR CHRISTMAS and even the preview of the next book was convicting. Years ago I read FORGIVING HOUR and am still not over that one." — via email 10/22/06
"I have read A Carol for Christmas and simply loved it." — via email 2/25/07
DIAMOND PLACE
"I love your Hart's Crossing series, and Diamond Place is a treasure." — via email 7/2/06
ANOTHER CHANCE TO LOVE YOU
"Just dropping a few line to let you know how much I enjoyed [Another Chance to Love You]. It was a terrific book and well written. I enjoyed every moment of it. I just couldn't put the book down until it was completely finished." — via email 2/27/06
"I finished reading Another Chance to Love You. What a wonderful read! I always enjoy your books and can't wait for the next new book." — via email 2/19/06
"I picked up your novel, Another Chance to Love You, while I was waiting for one of the series to be ordered, and since page one I was captivated. I could not believe I was not able to put the book down. It was the first novel of yours I had read, and one of my friends had recommended you. I just want to say that God has definitely blessed you with writing talent that can captivate a reader like that!" — via email 4/24/06
LOVING LIBBY
"Just wanted to tell you I LOVED reading Loving Libby. I was ready to start my first week of teaching this school year, needed some relaxing time the weekend before, and your book provided hours of enjoyment!! I can't wait to read your next book!" — via email 8/30/05
"Just had to tell you how much I loved Loving Libby. Libby Blue is the woman we all want to be. Great fiction, great characterization. Thank you for great writing." — via email 8/24/05
"Your characters are so real & the story unfolds in such a way that I can't put the book down until I have finished the whole story. In all of your books that I have read along with the main characters there are secondary characters that would make good stories... Thank you for the reading pleasure that you give me." — via email 8/04/05
"WHAT A READ!!!! I loved it! I started it yesterday afternoon....didn't turn out the lights until it was finished...I could NOT go to sleep not knowing what would happen to Remington and Libby!!! Once again you have done a beautiful work! ... And it's HOW LONG till the next one????" — via email 8/02/05
THE VICTORY CLUB
"I finished the book two days ago but it is still on my mind. I felt as if I became a part of the ladies in the victory club. I loved it. Just wanted to thank you for all you do to make my reading more pleasurable. Am looking forward to your next one. God bless." — via email 6/17/05
"Your book was such a trip down memory lane for me as I was a little girl but old enough to remember all about life in WWII! I remember my mom knitting socks & scarves for the services in drab green & blue, collecting scrap iron, not much in grocery stores, etc. The reality of war never changes only the dynamics... You are a good author and more of your book will go in the church library." via email 6/15/05
"Praise be to our Lord Jesus Christ! Your book, The Victory Club, was more than wonderful! It was my first read of your work, and I am totally impressed." — via snail mail 5/30/05
VETERANS WAY
"Yesterday, Veterans Way arrived. I finished it this morning. it's a beautiful story & so God honoring!" — via email 3/23/05
"I had the opportunity to read Veterans Way on Sunday afternoon. What a wonderful novella! I enjoy your writing style and found it easy to get lost in." — via email 3/14/05
BEYOND THE SHADOWS
"I read Beyond the Shadows a few days ago and I could NOT put it down. Half the time I was reading it with tears in my eyes. You treated a very sensitive subject so well. After I read [the article] in TCW ... I realized how by grace you were able to write that book."— via email 6/30/04
"I read in Marlene Bagnull's book, WRITE HIS ANSWER, this quote: Write
so that Heaven will be different.
[Beyond the Shadows ] has met that call. Go Robin!" — via email 6/07/04
"One thing that struck me was that, while the book deals with one particular addiction, there were so many parallels to other kinds of addiction and to the human struggle with sin in general, that I think any reader will come away inspired." — via email 6/01/04
I just finished reading your new book entitled Beyond The Shadows. I was thinking how fortunate I was that I never had to experience the results of an alcoholic, nor living with one. I did not realize that it was so difficult. Good Reading Material!!!!!!" — via email 5/31/04
For more reader comments, check out the reader reviews on Amazon.com
LEGACY LANE
"I've been traveling, doing stuff for two months so today I decided to read and relax while having lunch. Instead of getting into a big book, I thought I'd just start reading your little one [Legacy Lane] and read a little for a couple days while having lunch or supper. Wrong! This might look like a 'little book,' but it's got a powerful message and it's such a beautiful story. No, I couldn't lay it down until suppertime, so I just kept reading until I finished. Just had to tell you that I enjoyed it immensely..."— via email 7/2/04
"I wish I could know the Lord like the characters in your books. When I read your books, it spurs me on to search and search for my way to the Lord. I have faith he is leading me there but I love the way your books demonstrate a 'relationship' with him so vividly. They make me yearn for more. Thank you." — via email 5/04/04
CATCHING KATIE
"I just finished Catching Katie and I think it is one of your best ever. I really enjoyed it and learned so much about the suffrage movement. Thank you." — via email 3/27/04
"I must say that I really loved Catching Katie. I loved every minute of it! I finished it in one setting. I liked the time period and the subject matter. Just thought I would let you know how much I enjoyed it." — via email 3/05/04
"Just finished Catching Katie and want to you to know that this has to be the best book yet written by you." — via email 2/17/04
"I finished Catching Katie and passed it on. It was wonderful. I seem to forget from book to book how much suspense there is in your stories. I found myself holding my breath - more than once!" — via email 2/09/04
"Just finished Catching Katie and I do mean just finished- it's 12:45 or so and I only started reading it [yesterday]! I couldn't put it down, and wasn't going to bed until I had seen what was going to happen. My heart broke for Ben, so I'm glad it went the way I'd hoped it would. You do such a wonderful job, and I can't get enough of your books! Thank You for another wonderful gem! God has given you such a great gift and I'm so glad to see that you are using it to His glory. — via email 2/08/04
SPEAK TO ME OF LOVE
"Oh how I was so happy to receive your autographed book Speak to Me of Love. What a book. I devoured it in two days. Being on vacation helped. I kept saying throughout the book, Thank You Lord. How I have treasured you and your writings." — via email 08/16/03
"Magnificent. Your committment to write in a way that honors God is a real real blessing." — via email 8/08/03
"I just finished reading "Speak to Me of Love" and I LOVED IT!!!!!! I could read a book like this every week !! :):)" — via email 7/22/03
PROMISED TO ME
"Just finished
Promised To Me. A great book. I thoroughly enjoyed it. I have read
the rest of the serious and was excited to see that this one was coming
out.
Are you at liberty to say if this is the last book in the Coming to
America series or
will there be more?" — via email 5/09/03
"I
just finished reading Promised to Me. I loved it. I just
wanted to let you know that I have enjoyed every one of your books.
I always learn something of God's grace from each one of your books.
You are in the top 5 of my personal Christian author favorites. I
am looking forward
to each of your new releases." — via email, 4/21/03
"I hope one day to be able to write like you. :-) I just finished Promised to Me last night and loved it. The Coming to America series is wonderful. I'm partial to the mail order bride theme and I love series, so you got me on two counts at least. Jakob and Karola (what interesting names) are great characters." — via email, 4/22/03
FIRSTBORN
"Most fiction books do not impact my life. Usually, I only read fiction for entertainment. Your books (the two that I've acquired thus far) sent me to Scripture and to my knees in prayer in effort to make my life count for Jesus. No other fiction books have ever impacted my life in any fashion." — via email, 11/30/03
"I devoured this wonderful book in one night and will highly recommend it. Though I've loved all your novels that I've read, this will forever be special to me because I am an adoptee myself... This book reminded me how special and important adoption is... Reading FIRSTBORN not only gave me an enjoyable evening, but a special time with God, to think and pray about and for my birth family and be grateful for my beloved family that raised me." — via email, 08/04/03
"I have been a fan of yours since before 1992... I'm going to be honest with you. When you changed your form of writing I wasn't sure I would like it. But one day I sat down and said to myself, Well you have always liked her books before. So I opened up the book FIRSTBORN and read and read. I just couldn't put it down.Your writing style may have changed but you can still hold me till the end." — via email, 5/17/03
"I am reading your book Firstborn at this time. It was a birthday gift from my daughter who I gave up for adoption in 19—. In 19— she found me. She was age 28 at the time … Your book is sure close to what happened to us. I have not finished it yet but am enjoying it & the memories." — via email, 12/05/02
"Just finished reading Firstborn and had to write and let you know how much I appreciated your courage in touching on a subject that is not yet well known or accepted. As an adoptee myself, I was very touched by your compassionate portrayal of a birth mother's feelings, as well as those of the adoptee and the adoptive mother. There have been several 'self-help'books regarding adoption and the feelings associated with searching, but little fiction, at least that I can find. I have to ask how you know so well what members of the triad feel! I think this book should be read by all who are touched by adoption, as well as any who have friends or family who are part of the triad. Thanks for a wonderful contribution to the literary world!!" — via email, 11/28/02
"I just read Firstborn - great book! As a birthmother, I had wanted to read it ever since I read the description in a flier from a local Christian store. I really enjoyed the book — parts of it were very much my own story." — via email, 11/23/02
"You did it again!!
Just captivated my attention with your new book, Firstborn, and
I had to read it all in one day. Thanks so much, for the message and
enjoyable reading . . . for blessing so many of us with your God-given
gift of story-telling." — via email, 10/23/02
"I just finished reading your book Firstborn. So beautifully written it brought tears to my eyes. My first granddaughter was released for adoption . . . The story line in your book was right on! Thank you for using your talent for the Lord." — via snail mail, 9/10/02
"When I loan a book of yours to a friend, I have no trouble saying 'You are going to love this book.' I just finished reading Firstborn and I did not want it to end. I wished it would have had another fifty pages. Keep up the good work and stay focused on Christ." — via email, 9/10/02
"I finished Robin Lee Hatcher's Firstborn last night. Now I have always enjoyed her books. This one IMO is the best ever. I cried most of the way through it. The characters were outstanding. It is definitely the book to buy for September!!!! It has to be an addition to your shelves." — via email (advance copy), 6/29/02
RIBBON OF
YEARS
"I received your book Ribbon of Years as a Christmas gift, I started reading it two days ago and finished. This is a wonderful book, I have never read anything like and cannot wait to get it to my sisters to read, they will love it too!" - via email, 1/05/02
"I just finished reading Ribbon of Years and can't quite describe my feelings as I am not proficient with words. But the book touched me deeply.... The theme of Ribbon is all too realistic, but, truly in Christ, all our endings are happy. Thank you for a terrific book; I'm looking forward to reading Firstborn." - via email, 1/26/02
"I just finished reading Ribbon of Years and I could not put it down. Thank you so very much for writing such a inspirational book. I will be passing it on to a friend of mine who has very similar taste in books. Miriam's story is truly one to touch everyone's heart and definitely shed some tears at the same time." - via email, 1/25/02
"I took Ribbon of Years with me on my business trip to Miami this week. What a joy! Thank you so much for giving me the gift of Miriam Tucker, her devotion to our Lord and her amazing wisdom and faith. Your story held me spellbound from the first page to the last." - via email, 10/04/01
"Thank you, thank you. I just finished reading Ribbon of Years. I had no idea of what I was looking for when I went into the library earlier today. Apparently your book was directed to me. It is especially wonderful to read during this week of troubled times. God truly does love us. I am going to heartily recommend it to all my friends." -via email, 9/22/01
"I have a son who is 20, almost 21, and I have been so worried about him since America was attacked. Then last night after the President spoke to Congress, I was filled with great sorrow that we were going to war again. I spoke to my son and he told me that there was nothing that we could do and that we should put it in the Lord's hands. I told him I knew he was right and I had been praying that. As a mother this is the hardest thing I have to do. Your book has given me hope, as I tearfully read it. I thank God that he put it in my hands at this moment. Keep following in the way that God is leading you. He has enlarged your territory, and he will keep blessing you." - via email, 9/21/01
"Robin Lee, I have to tell you, I think this book borders on a masterpiece. I never left the story, even when I put it down, and your characters were so real, I cried like a baby at the end. And I am NOT the emotional type. This totally raises the bar in CBA [fiction]..." - via email, 7/16/01
IN HIS ARMS
"I have read all three books in your Coming to America Series and have thoroughly enjoyed them all. I love to read inspirational christian fiction and usually read two books a week by many different authors.... Thank you for using your God given talent to write Christian fiction. May God continue to bless your writing!!!! I can't wait to read some more of your books." - via email, 6/29/01
"I just finished the last of your series, "Coming to America." Like the previous two books I enjoyed it very much. There was something about each on that I especially enjoyed." via email, 6/10/01
"I just finished reading the third book - In His Arms - and just wanted to write and tell you how much I enjoyed the 3 book series :) I almost did not want to go to work today (I teach second grade) - I wanted to stay home and read the last 40 pages of the book!!" - via email, 5/22/01
THE STORY
JAR
"A few weeks ago, I received an advance copy of The Story Jar. Unfortunately, I've been so busy that I hadn't been able to start the book until a couple of days ago. Then I just couldn't put it down! I am an avid book reader and have read thousands of books--maybe more--since the age of 5. I can honestly say that this book has touched me more than any other I have read. I cried, I laughed, and I relearned things that I had forgotten long ago as well as realizing things I never knew. Thank you for sharing your stories with your readers. They are truly inspiring. I plan on giving it to all the "mothers" in my life for Mother's Day." - via email, 2/18/01
PATTERNS
OF LOVE
"Last night I finished your new amazing book Patterns of Love. This was the most incredible book I have ever read. I have read all of your Christian novels and have over 560 in my Christian love novel collection.... With Patterns of Love I found myself laughing and crying all in one page. It was a real pleasure reading this book. Thank you so very much." - via email, 6/01/01
"I have just read your wonderful book, Patterns of Love. I really got a blessing from it. I can relate so well with Inga... You are truly a gifted storyteller.... I will be looking forward to your next book." - via snail mail, 3/13/01
DEAR LADY
"This was such an enjoyable book... This is the perfect type of book I gladly pass on to our married daughters and the type they want to keep for when their daughters grow up to have good, wholesome reading material available." - via snail mail, 05/02/01
"[You are] a wonderful writer, taking a person right into the story, to feel as the characters do in each experience. I truly enjoyed 'living' in Montana and experiencing the joy and sadness that prevailed throughout the story. The good Lord was certainly directing throughout the book! I can hardly wait for the next book, Patterns of Love, to be released." - via snail mail, 11/18/00
THE SHEPHERD'S
VOICE
"I do not normally contact authors of books I read. But, I have read four of yours. Three about ladies coming to this country that made friends on the boat, then [The Shepherd's Voice]. You have no idea how refreshing it is to read a book like yours. As I am reading your books I can just picture the happenings in my mind. May God richly bless you for the clean books you write. Shame we don't have other authors, movies, TV. that would produce clean material like you do. In fact I sat reading your books and I find myself saying Praise the Lord, or something like that." - via email, 1/24/02
"When my cousin gave me [The Shepherd's Voice] on Monday, I was going through an especially difficult time of wondering when there was going to be a sunny season spiritually. Well, God has spoken to me in many ways, but never through the words in a book. I had never read your books before. I had read Terri Blackstock, Francine Rivers and Jan Karon but had never heard of you. I wish I had sooner because this book touched me like no other.... It seems like God was saying those very words to my heart. I know without doubt that He was indeed speaking to me. I know that this trying time will soon be over.... I just had to write to you, Mrs. Hatcher, and tell you how blessed I was. Thank you for being obedient to the call of God on your life. If you hadn't been and hadn't written the book, I would not have been encouraged on Monday, March 19, 2001. Thank you." - via email, 03/20/01
"Thank you for your fine novel, The Shepherd's Voice. Recently in our church, we have started a Christian Novel Reading Group, wherein we choose a novel, circulate it among our members, and gather afterward for a Book Party and discussion. As the facilitator for this Group, I prepare a list of discussion questions to include with the novels when they are distributed. I need to tell you that, not having read any of your numerous novels prior to now, I was captivated by the way that you were able to weave Biblical principles and seed thoughts into this narrative format. Your gift of teaching is as obvious as your gift of story-telling. Thank you for your commitment to both." - a pastor via email, 02/08/01
"Your book was just wonderful! Can't wait to read the others. But, boy! Did this book make me so utterly ashamed of myself. I realized, to my dismay, that I don't anywhere near lean on the Lord as I should. Thanks from the bottom of my heart for the "wake up" call!" - via snail mail, 12/28/00
"After just finishing The Shepherd's Voice I felt compelled to write you; you have another winner ... I have been a Christian for 25 years. Your book was the first Christian fiction book I'd ever read. You have made me see that I need to make some changes in my life. My religion has not been heart felt. Thank you for letting God use you. I really believe my prayers were answered and I would have never believed before that God could send you a message in a book; and reading is my favorite hobby! " - via email, 8/21/00
"Wow. I waited with baited breath for your newest book and it was everything I had hoped it would be. Thank you so much for your words, thoughts and Biblical basis. Your characters are SO real that I find myself hearing them breathe." - via email, 8/19/00
"What a beautiful story of God's redemptive love, His forgiveness of sin, and His Sovereign Grace. I have read all your books so far....at least those that come through our Christian Bookstore. My heart broke for The Forgiving Hour and Whispers of Yesterday. I am always amazed that all of my favorite authors continue to come up with new and exciting themes. I am looking forward to your next one. Hope it will be soon." - via email, 8/6/00
"I've always loved Robin's work but this has got to be her best piece ever... [She] captures the essence of this era, as well as the harsh atmosphere our hero must endure to find happiness and a love he so desperately needs and desires. I've always thought Robin's storylines were so strong, her characters utterly vivid - but none more so than with this book. The Shepherd's Voice is a book that is worth reading again and again." - posted on Amazon.com, 7/29/00
WHISPERS
FROM YESTERDAY
"I just wanted you to know that God is using you and your books. Keep listening to Him as you write. May He bless you forevermore." - via email, 2/26/02
"The thing I most appreciate in your writing is your friendly use of scripture. It has a realistic flow and just doesn't seem to be inserted to make the book 'Christian.' I also like the way your characters live hearing the voice of their Beloved. That is my desire and the way I feel God wants to be real to us." - via snail mail, 06/02/01
"I have been enjoying your books for many years, but this one is extra special. God's message comes through your words loud and clear. It's not for me to say what God's purpose is for you, but your inspirational stories must be part of His plan." - via snail mail, 3/18/00
"I just finished Whispers From Yesterday, and between my tears I write this letter. You must be an extraordinary person by the way your feelings are written into your books. I feel like a better person just for reading them." - via snail mail, 3/3/00
THE FORGIVING
HOUR
"I just finished reading your wonderful book, The Forgiving Hour. It helped me realize I need to forgive myself for the pain and heartache I've caused for my love ones, percisely my children. I was unfaithful during my first marriage. I am truly sorry, but at times I feel although God has forgiven me, I haven't forgiven myself... Thank you again for such a wonderful book, and opening my eyes to forgiveness." — via email, 5/01/03
"Your book, the Forgiving Hour, touched my heart. My marriage was a lot like Claire's, hard for a Christian to take. It's always so astonishing when someone else seems to understand what I thought was only my world." - via email, 2/24/02
"Just wanted you to know that we have a Christian women's bookclub (just like Oprah's only better books!) and your book, The Forgiving Hour was our first one!! We have 10 ladies in our group and we totally loved your book... Just wanted to tell you to keep up the great work, for pouring out your heart into this book and let you know we loved it. We do liken your work to Francine Rivers, and up to now she has been our hero...way to go!!" - via email, 02/09/01
"What a powerfully anointed book. Thank you so much! You are truly a vessel being used by our Father to minister to the hurting!" - via email, 8/5/00
"I just wanted to let you know that I read your novel, The Forgiving Hour, and loved it! Forgiveness is sometimes the hardest thing to ask for and even harder to give. Your novel revealed to me an understanding of the need to forgive and what a marvelous gift it can be, for the one forgiving and the one to receive it. I wrote an e-mail to Oprah suggesting she include it as a book of the month for her book club." - via email, 4/7/00
"I just finished reading The Forgiving Hour. What an amazing book. I have read a lot of your books and have to say that I enjoyed this one the most so far. It gave me goosebumps, it spoke to me in many ways and made me cry." - via email, 4/4/00
"I work in a Christian bookstore and you better believe that I will be recommending this book to everyone! You have deeply touched my heart." - via email, 3/25/00
