On the Corner of Hope and Main - (Blessings) by Beverly Jenkins (Paperback)

About the Book

"Trent July has been the mayor of this historic town for the past four years, but now he's ready to let someone else take up the mantle. Barrett Payne, a former Marine, decides he wants the job. But when a surprise candidate also enters the ring, the town has opinions on who would be the best candidate. And of course that's not the only drama, as Malachi 'Mal' July continues to make reparations for the damage he's caused and to the people he's betrayed, especially his lady love Bernadine"--Provided by publisher.

Book Synopsis

NAACP nominee and USA Today bestselling author Beverly Jenkins celebrates her beloved Blessings series with a heartwarming novel set in Henry Adams, Kansas.

"If you haven't yet gotten your hands on [this] author's work, you should do so immediately."--Shondaland

Citizens of Henry
Adams, Kansas, know there's never a dull moment in their small town...

Trent July has been the mayor of this historic town for
the past four years, but now he's ready to let someone else take up the mantle.
Barrett Payne, a former Marine, decides he wants the job. But when a surprise
candidate also enters the ring, the town has opinions on who would be the best
candidate.

And of course that's not the only drama, as Malachi
"Mal" July continues to make reparations for the damage he's caused and to the
people he's betrayed, especially his lady love Bernadine. Is she finally ready
to forgive him and let the past go?

As the residents of Henry Adams have learned, life
will throw obstacles their way, but it's how they come together and rise above
these challenges that keep the bonds of their close-knit community strong.

Review Quotes

"Jenkins's characters come to vivid life, and the town is as well developed as those who live there... Henry Adams remains a place of faith where marriages deepen and relationships are mended. This is the best of the series so far." - Publishers Weekly (starred review)

"Each page in Jenkins' unique series offers insight into human nature within a well written adventure. In Henry Adams, people are offered second chances and forgiveness, with a check on foolishness. Readers will wish they could live there. " - Booklist (starred review)

"This storytelling is uplifting and engaging and proves it really does take a village." - Al Roker on Beverly Jenkins' Blessings series

"Beverly Jenkins charms in a way that only she can." - Angela Benson, National bestselling author

"Every visit to Henry Adams, Kansas, is like a warm hug... All is not perfect because humans make mistakes, but the knowledge that the people of this town will rise to the challenge, together, is a blessing." - RT Book Reviews (top pick)

Praise for Beverly Jenkins' Blessings series: "Readers will want to move to Henry Adams, where, when problems intrude, people respond with hope." - Booklist

"A vivid sense of caring connections shines in Jenkins'...contemporary romance set in the idyllic small town of Henry Adams, Kansas." - Publishers Weekly

"An endearing story of found family and personal growth." - Kirkus Reviews