One True Heart

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Authors: Jodi Thomas

P
RAISE
FOR

B
ETTING
THE
R
AINBOW

“Readers will root for their happily-ever-after and will be satisfied in the end . . . Gratifying emotional moments.”

—
Kirkus Reviews

“Ms. Thomas charms the reader once again with her sweet, warm touch at contemporary romance . . . in a story full of intriguing, distinctive characters who are vibrant, realistic people. Readers will feel right at home.”

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Affaire de Coeur

“Thomas knocks it out of the park again . . . [she] is a master at creating damaged yet appealing characters, and their expressions of love—as siblings, as friends, as partners—are intense and beautiful.”

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Publishers Weekly

“Told with a soft, gentle lyricism that parallels the town name, Thomas' tale takes readers on a lovely trip to a place that they'll hold in their hearts.”

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RT Book Reviews

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AN
'
T
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TOP
B
ELIEVING

“Filled with bittersweet endings and new beginnings, this is a heartwarming and heart-wrenching visit to Harmony. Prepare to laugh and shed some tears.”

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RT Book Reviews

“Harmony, Texas, may be the most unusual series in the ever-growing subgenre of small-town romance.”

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The Romance Dish

“[Thomas's] often beautiful turn of phrase and eloquent writing impart truths we spend lifetimes gleaning for ourselves . . . The best of the series so far.”

—
All About Romance

C
HANCE
OF
A
L
IFETIME

“Tender, realistic, and insightful . . . Will appeal to fans of Debbie Macomber and Sherryl Woods.”

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Library Journal

“I've never met a Jodi Thomas book that wasn't absolutely dog-eared from being read many times. They are all like warm, cozy friends that just beg to be taken back from the bookshelves and revisited . . . [A] wonderful contemporary tale infused with humor and mystery.”

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Fresh Fiction

“Beautiful prose and a thought-provoking plot . . . [A] heartwarming romance and intriguing mystery. Like old friends, readers will love the chance to catch up with characters from previous tales.”

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RT Book Reviews

J
U
ST
D
OWN
THE
R
OAD

“A welcome return packed with cameos from familiar characters.”

—Publishers Weekly

“This book is like once again visiting old friends while making new ones and will leave readers eager for the next visit. A pure joy to read.”

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RT Book Review

T
HE
C
OMFORTS
OF
H
OME

“Even for readers new to the series, the intricate relationships between these affable men and eccentric women are easy to follow and even easier to love. Thomas skillfully juggles the many subplots, and the relationship between Ronelle and Marty, which inspires both to trust again, is especially touching.”

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Publishers Weekly

“There's always something brewing in Harmony and each story just adds to the richness of depth of the characters and town. If you haven't had a chance to meet the fine folks of Harmony, Texas, what are you waiting for?”

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Fallen Angel Reviews

“If you're a fan of small-town settings, heartwarming tales, and out-of-the-ordinary characters, you don't want to miss this book.”

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Petit Fours and Hot Tamales

S
OMEWHER
E
A
LONG
THE
W
AY

“A delightful story with as much love and warmth as there is terror and fear . . . This is terrific reading from page one to the end. Jodi Thomas is a passionate writer who puts real feeling into her characters.”

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Fresh Fiction

“Thomas once again brings to life this fascinating little Texas town and its numerous characters. The reader is expertly drawn into their lives and left eager to know what happens next.”

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RT Book Reviews

W
ELCOME
TO
H
ARMONY

“The characters are delightful, and a subplot about mysterious fires balances the sweet stories about being and becoming family.”

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Publishers Weekly

“A fast-moving, engaging tale that keeps you turning pages . . . Thomas's characters become as familiar as family or friends.”

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Fresh Fiction

“A heartwarming tale, with plenty of excitement,
Welcome to Harmony
is Jodi Thomas all the way—super characters, lots of riveting subplots, and the background of a realistic Texas town. Don't miss this terrific novel.”

—
Romance Reviews Today

A
DDITIONAL
P
RAISE
FOR
THE
N
OVE
LS
OF
J
ODI
T
HOMAS

“Compelling and beautifully written, it is exactly the kind of heart-wrenching, emotional story one has come to expect from Jodi Thomas.”

—Debbie Macomber, #1
New York Times
bestselling author

“Jodi Thomas is a masterful storyteller. She grabs your attention on the first page, captures your heart, and then makes you sad when it is time to bid her wonderful characters farewell. You can count on Jodi Thomas to give you a satisfying and memorable read.”

—Catherine Anderson,
New York Times
bestselling author

“Thomas sketches a slow, sweet surrender.”

—
Publishers Weekly

Titles by Jodi Thomas

ONE TRUE HEART

A PLACE CALLED HARMONY

BETTING THE RAINBOW

CAN'T STOP BELIEVING

CHANCE OF A LIFETIME

JUST DOWN THE ROAD

THE COMFORTS OF HOME

SOMEWHERE ALONG THE WAY

WELCOME TO HARMONY

REWRITING MONDAY

TWISTED CREEK

***

PROMISE ME TEXAS

WILD TEXAS ROSE

TEXAS BLUE

THE LONE TEXAN

TALL, DARK, AND TEXAN

TEXAS PRINCESS

TEXAS RAIN

THE TEXAN'S REWARD

A TEXAN'S LUCK

WHEN A TEXAN GAMBLES

THE TEXAN'S WAGER

TO WED IN TEXAS

TO KISS A TEXAN

THE TENDER TEXAN

PRAIRIE SONG

THE TEXAN AND THE LADY

TO TAME A TEXAN'S HEART

FOREVER IN TEXAS

TEXAS LOVE SONG

TWO TEXAS HEARTS

THE TEXAN'S TOUCH

TWILIGHT IN TEXAS

THE TEXAN'S DREAM

Specials

EASY ON THE HEART

HEART ON HIS SLEEVE

IN A HEARTBEAT

A HUSBAND FOR HOLLY

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ONE TRUE HEART

A Berkley Book / published by arrangement with the author

Copyright © 2015 by Jodi Koumalats.

Excerpt from
Midnight Bet
by Jodi Thomas copyright © 2015 by Jodi Koumalats.

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PUBLISHING HISTORY

Berkley mass-market edition / April 2015

Cover art by Jim Griffin. Handlettering by Ron Zinn.

Cover design by George Long.

This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, places, and incidents either are the product of the author's imagination or are used fictitiously, and any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, business establishments, events, or locales is entirely coincidental.

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Contents

Praise for the Novels of Jodi Thomas

Titles by Jodi Thomas

Title Page

Copyright

Dedication

Chapter 1

Chapter 2

Chapter 3

Chapter 4

Chapter 5

Chapter 6

Chapter 7

Chapter 8

Chapter 9

Chapter 10

Chapter 11

Chapter 12

Chapter 13

Chapter 14

Chapter 15

Chapter 16

Chapter 17

Chapter 18

Chapter 19

Chapter 20

Chapter 21

Chapter 22

Chapter 23

Chapter 24

Chapter 25

Chapter 26

Chapter 27

Chapter 28

Chapter 29

Chapter 30

Chapter 31

Chapter 32

Chapter 33

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