A Love So Strong

by Kendra Norman-Bellamy

Book Overview

If there was such thing as a perfect marriage, Bryan and Nicole Walker had it. Even without the child they desire after five years of marriage, their love for one another is solid. But then, without... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0802468349
• ISBN13: 9780802468345
• Release Date: July 2004
• Publisher: Lift Every Voice
• Length: 368 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 5.6" x 8.5"

Customer Reviews

A Love So Strong

A reader should never judge a book by its size, especially if it is of the caliber of A LOVE SO STRONG by Kendra Norman-Bellamy. In juggling my reading list around and trying to get to books as quickly as possible, I found myself a bit hesitant to jump into a 350+ page book simply because shorter reads are normally faster reads. After actually sitting down and forcing myself to stop worrying about the page count, I lost myself in the pages and in the lives of main characters, their friends, and family. It is a story which caused much reflection and retrospect and one in which readers can not only be entertained, but also enlightened and inspired. Bryan and Nicole Walker are newlyweds, enjoying life and each other, surrounded by good friends, a great church home, and successful businesses. They're secure in their place in life and appreciative of the blessings God has bestowed upon them. However, there is one thing that could make their lives even more fulfilling, more of a symbol of their love -- a child. Unfortunately after repetitive tries and trips to the doctor, it isn't likely Nicole will ever be able to receive this ultimate gift. After convincing themselves they're okay with the situation, they proceed with loving each other and continuing to love life. Just as things seem fine, a woman from Bryan's past steps into their lives turning their world in a way in which it almost slides off its axis. She presents her 12-year old son, who is almost a replica of Bryan, and claims he is the father. With the strong resemblance of the child and her adamant claims of his parentage, Bryan and Nicole turn towards their Pastor, who is also Bryan's uncle, for guidance. As expected, their marriage goes through major upheavals and while it isn't a case of infidelity, Nicole is burdened with the weight of knowing her husband has a child with another woman. It tears her apart and places her emotionally and mentally out of Bryan's reach. Though only a small part of what happens in this book, the above gives the reader a glimpse inside the pages of this story and shows the dynamics involved. Even though she is a newcomer to the literary scene, in this her second literary offering, Kendra Norman-Bellamy has created a wonderful, inspiring story of unconditional love and the effects the past can have on your present and future. Through the characters' faith, belief, and hope in not only each other and themselves, the reader is also shown the abundant range of God's blessings, love, and plan for each of our lives. I was picked up, put down, and tossed around while reading this novel, with each and every one of my emotions being attacked, caressed, or filled through the power of what the characters went through. A few things I really enjoyed about this novel was the portrayal of a strong marriage, the view of Bryan handling his responsibilities and making steps to not only secure his son's future, and also to reach in his past and forgive his fa

Best Book of 2004

So far this is the best book I've read this year! I purchased this book because I thought it was a great price for the size of the novel, but when I read it, I loved it so much that I went back to the store and had them to order the author's first book as well. The first book was excellent too....very touching and heartwarming, but I think this one was my favorite. I thought that the idea of a loving couple having to deal with an outside child and his b**** of a mother was an outstanding angle for a Christian novel. One of the previous reviewers called the story "predictable", but for me, it wasn't at all. I was drinking a soda at the time I read the twist in the plot and I almost choked! Not only did I like the story, but I like the authors writing style. The dialog was so engaging and it made the book an easy read. It almost had the feel of a made-for-tv movie (starring Terrance Howard and Nia Long)! I can't wait for the next book!

A Love So Strong can survive ANYTHING!

During a time when divorce rates are at an all time high, Kendra is anointed to write a story called A LOVE SO STRONG to remind readers that this kind of love (the strong kind) truly does exist and is possible (through Christ). I finished this novel several nights ago and had to take a few days to digest it. It was an easy read with interesting messages throughout. One of the most profound messages in A LOVE SO STRONG is that there are MEN who absolutely love & adore their wives. I thank God that I have been blessed (like Nicole)with my knight in shining armor and I'm able to relate to the love and adoration she receives from Bryan. Thank you Kendra for not making the characters "perfect", for we know that, none of us are exempt from having our own personal "issues". Thanks for bringing in real issues that most of us (if we tell the truth) can relate to. I found your book to be an encouraging read and it's at the top of my list of recommendation to other readers. To my fellow readers, if you've not had the opportunity to read anything by Kendra, it's not too late, this is the 2nd novel....you have time to run out and get both of them and get caught up. Kendra, I am very proud of you for taking your writing career so seriously and for sticking with the storylines that God gives you. Keep writing my sistah! A LOVE SO STRONG will be around for many years to come.

Mind Boggling

I absolutely loved this story. Kendra really outdid herself on this one. A Love So Strong showed the true meaning of marriage, unconditional love. It was refreshing to see a black man treating his woman like a queen. Not to mention the solid friendship that Nicole and Sharon shared. It was an easy read, and the story was far from predictable. Two thumbs up!! I highly recommend it.

NO SOPHOMORE JINX, HERE!!!!

OH MY GOD, THIS BOOK WAS SO GOOD! A LOVE SO STRONG IS AN EASY READ, BUT IT WAS SO ENGAGING THAT FROM START TO FINISH, I COULD NOT PUT IT DOWN! I JUST LOVE THIS AUTHOR'S WRITING STYLE AND HER ABILITY TO MADE CHARACTERS SO BELIEVABLE. I READ HER FIRST BOOK (NUMEROUS TIMES) AND WHEN I SAW THAT SHE HAD ANOTHER COMING OUT, I JUST HAD TO PLACE MY ADVANCE ORDER. I FELL IN LOVE WITH GREG IN HER FIRST BOOK, BUT I THINK I JUST REPLACED HIM WITH BRYAN. I WON'T GIVE TOO MUCH INFO ON THE STORY AWAY (AND BELIEVE ME, YOU WILL BE SURPRISED AT THE TWISTS AND TURNS HERE...I GOT MOTION SICKNESS IT TOOK ME FOR SUCH A LOOP) BUT BRYAN'S STRENGHTH IN THE SITUATION THAT HE IS PUT INTO IS SO ADMIRABLE. I LIKE THE WAY SHE ALLOWED HIM TO SHOW EMOTIONS LIKE ANGER, FEAR, SADNESS, ALL OF IT. IF I COULD CHANGE ONE THING ABOUT THIS BOOK, I'D MAKE BRYAN TOTALLY LOSE IT JUST ONE TIME AT LEAST TO BEAT THE SNOT OUT OF TRICIA. BUT BECAUSE THE AUTHOR ALLOWED HIM TO BE ANGRY AND NOT JUST TAKE EVERY THING THAT HAPPENED IN A "I'M A CHRISTIAN SO I CAN'T GET MAD" WAY, IT MADE THE STORY REALLY BELIEVABLE. OH, MAN! THIS WAS INCREDIBLE! IT WAS LIKE WATCHING A GOOD MOVIE WITH A BIG BOX OF BUTTERED POPCORN AND HANGING ON EVERY WORD. WHOEVER SAID AUTHORS COULDN'T WRITE A SECOND BOOK AS GOOD AS THE FIRST WAS WRONG!