Renewed Hearts (This Time Around Book 3)

By: Danyelle Scroggins

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

Helen Thompson is a 60-year-old widow struggling to find purpose after the death of her beloved husband of forty years. Her days are consumed by routine, and her nights are marked by loneliness. Desperate to help, Helen’s daughter encourages her to join a local art class, hoping it might rekindle her mother’s passion for life.

In class, Helen meets Jack Davis, a 63-year-old widower and retired engineer who took up painting to cope with his grief. Though Jack appears gruff and distant, his art reveals a deep well of emotion that instantly draws Helen in. As they share their stories of love and loss, a friendship blooms, offering Helen and Jack much-needed comfort and companionship.

But their path to healing isn’t easy. Helen’s daughter, Nyesha, struggles to accept the idea of her mother with another man, fearing she’ll be hurt again. Meanwhile, Jack’s son, Jackson, believes his father is moving on too quickly. Both Helen and Jack must confront their lingering grief and their fears of opening up to love again.

As they navigate these challenges, their connection deepens, and soon, they realize that what they share is more than just companionship—it’s the possibility of a second chance at love.

In Renewed Hearts, Helen and Jack's journey is one of healing, rediscovery, and the courage to embrace love later in life. This heartwarming story celebrates resilience and the enduring power of love, proving that joy and companionship can be found at any age.