Harrel pens a clever, well-written love story between two sisters, the men in their lives and the dreams of a heart donor. Poignant with tender moments, as well as laughter, The Heart Between Us is a touching novel that is sure to please.” -Catherine West, author of Where Hope Begins “A sweet story of sisterhood, familial bonds, sacrificial love, and finding your own identity amidst the storms of life. She must choose between safety and adventure and learn to embrace the heart she’s been given so that she can finally share it with the people she loves most. She’s thrown for a loop when Crystal offers to join her for reasons of her own, but she welcomes the company and the opportunity to mend their tenuous relationship.Īs Megan and Crystal check items off the bucket list, Megan fights the fears that have been instilled in her after a lifetime of illness. Caleb-a friend from her years in and out of the hospital-reenters her life and pushes her to find the courage to take the leap and begin her journey. When her heart donor’s parents give Megan their teenage daughter’s journal-complete with an unfulfilled bucket list-Megan connects with the girl she meets between the pages and is inspired to venture out and check off each item. She’s still working as a library aide and living with her parents in her small Minnesota hometown, dreaming of the adventure she plans to take “once she’s well enough.” Meanwhile, her sister is a successful architect with a handsome husband and the perfect life-or so Megan thinks. But even a heart transplant three years ago wasn’t enough to propel Megan’s life forward. Her entire childhood was spent in and out of hospitals, sitting on the sidelines while her twin sister Crystal played all the sports, got all the guys, and had all the fun. Megan Jacobs always wished for a different heart. Denton, USA TODAY bestselling author of The Hideaway and Hurricane Season, on The Heart Between Usįrom award-winning author Lindsay Harrel comes a powerful story of adventure, healing, and learning how to live life to the fullest. Lindsay will no doubt win readers with this heartfelt story.” -Lauren K. Through the stories of Megan and her sister Crystal, readers get a glimpse of adventure, restoration, conquered fears, and realized dreams. “Lindsay Harrel has penned a charming story that is sure to touch the hearts of her readers.

The heart between us by lindsay harrel