Return to Me

Name: Return to Me
Brand: Harper Christian
Availability: InStock
Author: Robin Lee Hatcher
ISBN: 9780310305033

Author: Robin Lee Hatcher

Narrator: Kathy Garver

Unabridged: 7 hr 18 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Zondervan

Published: 03/19/2009

Categories: Fiction, Christian Fiction, Romance, Suspense & Thriller

Synopsis

When Roxy Burke left home for Nashville, she swore she wouldn’t come back until she was a star. But it’s desperation that drives this prodigal back to her family, and no one is prepared for what happens next.Roxy has crashed and burned. She’s squandered an inheritance, lived a wild life, and wasted her talent. Desperate and ashamed, she now must return to her father and sister, neither of whom she’s talked to in seven years.Roxy’s father welcomes his daughter with love and tenderness. But his easy acceptance is hard on Roxy’s sister. After years of being the dutiful daughter, Elena feels resentment and anger toward her wayward sister.Even more problematic is the reaction of Roxy’s former boyfriend. Once a rebel, Wyatt has given his life to Christ and plans to enter the ministry. He and Elena are engaged, but Roxy’s return raises questions that could mean the end of Elena’s perfect future.The Burke family faces the return of the prodigal and must reach out for healing. Will they each be able to accept God’s grace?

About Robin Lee Hatcher

Robin Lee Hatcher is the author of over 80 novels and novellas with over five million copies of her books in print. She is known for her heartwarming and emotionally charged stories of faith, courage, and love. Her numerous awards include the RITA Award, the Carol Award, the Christy Award, the HOLT Medallion, the National Reader’s Choice Award, and the Faith, Hope & Love Reader’s Choice Award. Robin is also the recipient of prestigious Lifetime Achievement Awards from both American Christian Fiction Writers and Romance Writers of America. When not writing, she enjoys being with her family, spending time in the beautiful Idaho outdoors, Bible art journaling, reading books that make her cry, watching romantic movies, and decorative planning. Robin makes her home on the outskirts of Boise, sharing it with a demanding Papillon dog and a persnickety tuxedo cat.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Alicia on March 09, 2018

Return to Me creatively retells the Biblical parable of the prodigal son, setting it in modern times. I appreciated the way the author grounded the story, spiritually-speaking. There was a bit too much mushiness for my personal taste, but readers who really enjoy romantic fiction will not find that......more

Goodreads review by Rebbie on January 08, 2013

Robin Lee Hatcher does a double interpretation of 'Return to Me'. As two sisters learn about God's grace in dramatically different ways, the reader will identify with either one or both of these women!......more

Goodreads review by Melissa (Semi-hiatus for Work) on March 26, 2008

Excellent story about a prodigal from the viewpoint of the "other brother(sister in this case)"......more

Goodreads review by Milisa on May 19, 2025

The novel delves into themes of grace, forgiveness, and the complexities of family dynamics. Through Roxy’s journey of redemption and Elena’s struggle with self-righteousness, readers are invited to reflect on their own perceptions of grace and judgment. Hatcher’s storytelling is engaging, with well-......more

Goodreads review by Bailey on July 11, 2017

The prodigal daughter. Her perfect sister. One man they both love. This contemporary story of The Prodigal Son (Luke 15: 11-32) explores the challenges facing each member of the family as the prodigal daughter returns to her hometown and her first love. “Come unto Me, all who are weary and heavy-lad......more