The June Bug Catcher

Category: Romance - Contemporary
Author: Heather Ball
Publisher: FriesenPress
Publication Date: August 17, 2017
Number of Pages: 264
ISBN-10: 1525531506
ISBN-13: 978-1525531507

Immensely excited for the future, Emma Drei is on the way to building the perfect married life with her loving fiancé. But when life takes an unfortunate turn, Emma is forced to reevaluate her life as everything around her crumbles. An unexpected incident leaves Emma heartbroken and devastated. But just like the saying goes, ‘When life gives you lemons, you make lemonade’, Emma is determined to turn her life around and she makes an impulsive decision that will prove to be life-changing in the long run. Emma leaves behind her life in Victoria, BC, and embarks on a journey to the land of the kangaroos and koalas —Australia. The change in scenery in her life makes a world of a difference in her perspective, relationships, and faith in God.

The June Bug Catcher by Heather Ball is an inspirational story about finding self-exploration, redemption, and second chances while developing a deeper connection with God in life. Readers will observe a positive change in Emma’s life with humorous and fun instances. The June Bug Catcher is Heather Ball’s first novel, and it features a genuinely flawed and quirky female protagonist that anyone will root for. Her curiosity and her impulsive move across the country are traits that will keep readers’ eyes on her, wanting to know what happens at the end of the road. The narrative is hugely engaging and littered with scenes that are deeply moving and psychologically rich. Heather Ball is a great storyteller who enriches her tale with wit and uplifting positivity. In Emma, she creates a character that readers can easily relate to. This is an engrossing tale with strong Christian themes, a delightful read for fans of Christian romance.

Reviewed By: Jane Riley

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Date: February 22, 2022

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