Drafted into the Korean War, Buddy is forced to leave his sweetheart and fight in a painful conflict. In The Awakened Heart, Lynn Boyd weaves a captivating story based on the love between two young people and shows what service to others truly means. Emma's strong spirit and continual letter writing influence Buddy as he serves in the Korean War. Her faith and the twenty-third psalm sustain him through tragedy overseas. When his time has been served, Buddy eagerly returns to start a new life with his love. But he carries a burden deep inside. Embittered from a childhood under a harsh father, Buddy withholds the three words Emma longs to hear. As further tragedies surround the young couple, service from others comes in many forms. Will Buddy finally learn to open his heart and let love in? Uncover his journey in The Awakened Heart.