For the Love of Laura Beth: A Chicago Christmas, #4

By Aubrey Wynne

The Korean War destroyed their wedding plans, but the battle at home may shatter their hearts...

Laura Beth Walters fell in love with Joe McCall when she was six years old. Now she is counting the days until Joey graduates from college so they can marry and begin their life together. But the Korean War rips their neatly laid plans to shreds. Instead of a college fraternity, Joey joins a platoon. Laura Beth trades a traditional wedding for a quick trip to the courthouse.

The couple endure the hardship of separation, but the true battle begins when Joey returns. Their marriage is soon tested beyond endurance. Joey deals with the aftermath of war, and a family tragedy sends Laura into a downward spiral. Determined to save the woman who has kept them anchored for so long, Joey will fight anyone or anything...for the love of Laura Beth.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Aubrey Wynne
• Release date: Dec 7, 2018
• ISBN: 9781946560124

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