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Bailey Flanigan is growing closer to her dream to be an actress and dancer in New York while Cody coaches a small high school football team … on and off the field. But neither feels complete without the chance to share their dreams with one other. Can distance truly make the heart grow fonder? Or will Cody learn to turn to others to share in his happiness? And when tragedy strikes? Who will be there to provide comfort in the face of loss? As Cody’s past catches up with him, he must learn to reach out for help or risk withdrawing permanently inside himself. Both Bailey and Cody find themselves learning significant life lessons in this poignant love story, featuring members from Karen Kingsbury’s popular Baxter family.
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"There was something about this book, more so than in leaving that really touched me, and it had nothing to do with either of the romantic relationships in the book. Similar to remember the titans or Rudy, I was most intrigued by Cody and his football team and wanted to be at the sidelines of every game. That relationship alone made this a great book for me."
— Britni (5 out of 5 stars)
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" I wanted to like these books, really I did. I like fluffy, happy stories every once in a while. However, in this book there were too many perfect, beautiful Christian people. I had a hard time believing that most of the characters could be real people. Maybe it got better as the book went on, I stopped about a third of the way through. The scene with Bailey and Brandon on the Empire state building made me want to vomit, and then I was done. "
— Sara, 2/15/2014 -
" I always enjoy Karen Kingsbury books. I feel like I have grown up with the families and look forward to finding out what is happening next in their lives. "
— Cynthia, 2/2/2014 -
" Best book yet!!! There were so many parts I had to highlight to remember for later. "
— Elena, 1/20/2014 -
" Was better than the others in this series. I'm still ready for this drama to be over. Guess it's the sign of a good author that I continue to read, huh? ;) "
— Tammy, 1/15/2014 -
" this is a great book, cannot wait for the next book in this series! "
— Ronda, 1/14/2014 -
" This one just didn;t grab me and hold me like all of the others :-( "
— Laura, 1/14/2014 -
" Good read. Love this series. "
— Apryl, 1/12/2014 -
" The story has continued from the previous book. This one seemed to move somewhat faster. I would prefer that the series were shorter and the story line would move faster. I am still interested enough to see what is going to happen next to continue reading. "
— Margie, 1/10/2014 -
" 2nd book....better than the first. Love the interesting twist of the two separate lives of Cody and Bailey. Interesting to consider some of the other main characters views of each of them - again, makes you think about the various impacts of your actions in everyday life. "
— Jennifer, 12/22/2013 -
" My favorite one in the Bailey series so far!! Can't wait until the next one. "
— Susan, 12/22/2013 -
" As a fan of the Baxter family for a very long time, I was saddened to read this book. Kingsbury spent a lot of time exploring the faithful response to being gay. I found it difficult to read her thoughts. I will not be finishing this series. "
— Maureen, 12/7/2013 -
" My favorite part of this book was Bailey's bible study and how Karen Kingsbury addressed the gay issue through Bailey's bible study. "
— Pen, 12/2/2013 -
" The Baxter and Bailey books are starting to feel a little predictable. It's like Karen Kingsbury has a cookie-cutter storyline she's working from and just keeps cranking out the books. Maybe it's simply that I want a more unique story to spend my time reading... "
— Christy, 10/13/2013 -
" It's so obvious that Bailey and Cody are going to get back together in this series that I'm kind of just reading through quickly to see how it happens. It's kind of annoying. "
— Wendy, 6/1/2013 -
" Karen Kingsbury is a great writer. The only thing I don't like is that she writes alot of series. Other than that she is one of my favorite authors "
— Sheryl, 5/21/2013 -
" Another great book. Loving the Bailey series so far. "
— Leigh, 2/7/2013 -
" Once again Kingsbury didn't fail to deliver. This series is great and I can't wait to read the next two books. Highly recommend!!!! "
— Jasmin, 12/6/2012 -
" Can't go wrong with a Karen Kingsbury book! "
— Carla, 10/26/2012 -
" This series is amazing ... love each book, and can't wait to read the next one! "
— Grace, 9/3/2012 -
" Oh my goodness, so amazing! Just as good as the first. Couldn't put it down and never wanted it to end. <3 "
— Tiffany, 8/28/2012 -
" This is the second book in the Bailey Flannigan series, and I liked it even more than the first. Of course, the plot is left wide open at the end, because there are still 2 more books in the series. Don't look for a resolution to the Cody/Brandon drama yet. "
— Regina, 8/27/2012 -
" i feel so sad after this book.... why can't cody just use his brain? i really really want them to end up together, although her boyfriend is really sweet. but bailey can't get over cody and he can't get over her. i'm actually mad that this has 2 more books... mostly because they aren't out yet! arg! "
— Lindsey, 4/30/2012 -
" Enjoyed the second book. Another easy read. Didn't agree with all of the "Christian" views presented in the book but a good read overall. Got to love a book that can make you cry. Waiting for the third book on reserve at the library. "
— Angie, 3/10/2012 -
" Karen Kingsbury has a way of making me feel as if I am watching this on TV. Her descriptions and events in the book come to life. I cannot wait for the next book in the series. Who is Bailey going to end up with???? "
— Brittney, 3/8/2012 -
" This book takes lots of unexpected twists and turns and leaves you hanging on every page, wanting more. I love the characters, the settings, the storyline, everything! Can't wait for the next two. "
— Stacy, 11/10/2011 -
" Can't go wrong with a Karen Kingsbury book! "
— Carla, 10/24/2011 -
" As a fan of the Baxter family for a very long time, I was saddened to read this book. Kingsbury spent a lot of time exploring the faithful response to being gay. I found it difficult to read her thoughts. I will not be finishing this series. "
— Maureen, 10/18/2011 -
" Although there were some touchpoints to my life in this book, I still am not enamoured of Bailey and Cody. They need to get it together and get together! I will always love the Baxter family and enjoy reading about them. "
— Valerie, 9/19/2011 -
" Great, as always. She hasn't written a book that I don't love. Amazing author who knows how to write a good, God-centered story with characters that anyone can relate to. Hits close to home in more ways than one. "
— Jessie, 9/16/2011 -
" My favorite one in the Bailey series so far!! Can't wait until the next one. "
— Susan, 9/5/2011 -
" I am still enjoying following Baily and Cody but am having a bit of an issue with the way the story line is going. I see some heartache ahead for them both. - OK so maybe I'm just a romantic. "
— Diane, 8/29/2011 -
" i'm getting so frustrated, can't wait to be done with this series! "
— Omi, 8/22/2011 -
" Karen Kingsbury has a way of making me feel as if I am watching this on TV. Her descriptions and events in the book come to life. I cannot wait for the next book in the series. Who is Bailey going to end up with???? "
— Brittney, 8/15/2011
About Karen Kingsbury
Karen Kingsbury, a New York Times bestselling novelist, is an inspirational storyteller with more than twenty-five million copies of her award-winning books in print. Her last dozen titles have topped bestseller lists, and many of her novels are under development as major motion pictures. Her Baxter Family books were developed into a television and series. She is an adjunct professor of writing at Liberty University.
About the Narrators
Judy Young is a voice talent and audiobook narrator.
Gabrielle de Cuir, award-winning narrator, has narrated over three hundred titles and specializes in fantasy, humor, and titles requiring extensive foreign language and accent skills. She was a cowinner of the Audie Award for best narration in 2011 and a three-time finalist for the Audie and has garnered six AudioFile Earphones Awards. Her “velvet touch” as an actor’s director has earned her a special place in the audiobook world as the foremost producer for bestselling authors and celebrities.
Stefan Rudnicki first became involved with audiobooks in 1994. Now a Grammy-winning audiobook producer, he has worked on more than five thousand audiobooks as a narrator, writer, producer, or director. He has narrated more than nine hundred audiobooks. A recipient of multiple AudioFile Earphones Awards, he was presented the coveted Audie Award for solo narration in 2005, 2007, and 2014, and was named one of AudioFile’s Golden Voices in 2012.
Amanda Carlin is an actress and Earphones Award–winning audiobook narrator. She has appeared in such television shows as Law & Order, Lost, Bones, and The West Wing.