An Everyday Hero

This was a very sweet romance that dealt with some very serious issues. I don't often read military themed novels, but I really enjoyed the hopeful message of An Everyday Hero. Laura Trentham's writing was wonderful and I found myself highlighting passages throughout the book. I appreciated that both main characters, Greer and Emmett, were bruised but not broken. They each had their own demons to battle, but they supported and pushed each other to be better and move forward. I felt like the author presented Emmett and Greer's individual concerns and fears realistically, and I loved how she addressed each one. The topics of death, addiction, loss of a parent, anxiety, and the aftermath of war/service were delicately and honestly discussed and I did not see the twist coming. The ending wrapped up a little too perfectly, and it's possible I may have gotten a cavity from how sweet it is. Readers should note that this is a clean, Hallmark style romance, with fade to black scenes. Overall, I enjoyed this small town feel good romance. *I voluntarily read an advance review copy of this book*

4.25⭐ An Everyday Hero is my first book by Laura Trentham and I found it to be a very absorbing story; and quite honestly I enjoyed it more than I was expecting too, as not only was it tender, uplifting, and heartwarming, but it highlighted and tackled many issues faced not only by the families of soldiers who don't make it home, but those who do, and the veterans themselves who sadly do return from serving having suffered catastrophic injuries or minus limbs, and suffering survivor's guilt, and often questioning the point of a war where nothing seems to have changed; and every issue raised and knock on effect caused was well-handled, realistic and sensitively treated. Yet, for me the ending all came together a bit too well, and the story itself was for my taste overly sweet. But nevertheless it was a well written and very enjoyable story, and one I would happily recommend to others, especially if you like your military romance clean, uplifting and super sweet. **ARC provided**

I have read a couple of books by this author and continue to come back for more. Her characters are easy to like even when hidden beneath pain and loss. I enjoy the easy read while sometimes her descriptive imagery can sometimes be over the top it does paint a vivid picture in your mind. This time where we are reminded of everyone inherent need to have a hero we are made to understand it's the everyday heroes that count. It's a sweet story about loosing oneself in pursuit of a dream and dealing with the resulting failures. This time though one of my complaints is the characters actions while she may be 30 she seems extremely immature, although that could also stem from her finally "growing up". It's an easy read with a teen who has a hand in helping them both find their peace and their place.