Helen Kelly's novel, "New Beginnings", weaves together the lives of Jane and David, in a tale of love, hope, and inner-healing. Both Jane and David have been spurned by love in the past, thus both of them are seeking a new beginning. After his divorce, David moves to a small town and establishes his own restaurant there. He meets Jane at her cousin's (James') engagement party. David's viewpoint on romance changes as a result of their interaction. Jane helps him to understand the importance of happiness and love. Through Jane, he realizes that life isn't just about focusing on creating a successful career for one's self, but having someone to share life with. The growth in Jane and David's relationship is evidence of their emotional bond and connectedness. Even though their relationship develops quickly, there is so much synergy between them. As such, I don't doubt their compatibility with one another. Their distinct personalities complement one other so well. Readers who understand the complexities behind human emotions are able to identify with both characters to a certain degree. This book is successful in demonstrating the powerful, life-changing effect of accepting new beginnings. In some ways, this book challenges us as readers to do the same in our own lives. Whether you like reading books about second chances, inner-healing, or romance, this novel will have you obsessively reading it until the end. Overall, this book is uplifting and inspirational.