{"product_id":"to-have-and-to-hold-9798999753700","title":"To Have and to Hold","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen life doesn't go according to plan, perfectionist Amelia must trade control for faith-and find joy in the beautiful mess of becoming a mother.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTo Have and to Hold\u003c\/em\u003e is a contemporary Christian novel that weaves heartache, humor, and hope into the unpredictable journey toward parenthood. Amelia Greathouse is a meticulous event planner who thrives on structure, checklists, and perfection. She wants to have it all-marriage, a career, and a family. Her husband, Melvin, is a creative museum curator with a spontaneous streak that keeps her grounded-and sometimes off balance. Together, they make a loving but unlikely pair. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen infertility turns their plans upside down, their marriage and faith are pushed to the brink. From invasive treatments to a devastating miscarriage, Amelia's pursuit of motherhood becomes all-consuming. As she supports her best friend's pregnancy and silently compares herself to the chaotic moms around her, she feels increasingly broken and alone. At work, a major opportunity tempts her to prove her worth-but at what cost? \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJust as joy seems within reach, a heartbreaking setback threatens to unravel everything. Told with warmth and wit, \u003cem\u003eTo Have and to Hold\u003c\/em\u003e explores the tension between striving and surrender, and the power of faith to carry us through life's detours-toward the family we never expected but were meant to have.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBrown, Deb L.:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - DEB L. BROWN writes stories that explore loyalty in marriage and faith in God when facing life's challenges. A member of the American Christian Fiction Writers and Women's Fiction Writers Association, her books handle heavy issues with a touch of humor. She's mom to her five children and Graham Cracker to her grandchildren. She lives with her husband in Minnesota.","brand":"Peshina Publishing LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51998117855506,"sku":"9798999753700","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_d4418854-fff9-4851-ab47-7de1677f6f9a.jpg?v=1770139839","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/to-have-and-to-hold-9798999753700","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}