Daisy James has such fun, read me books. I mean just look at the cover of this one, adorable. The cover alone will draw you to it, and the story......Daisy James has such fun, read me books. I mean just look at the cover of this one, adorable. The cover alone will draw you to it, and the story........ The story is so much fun, warm, Christmasy, and full of delectable food, yums! Please don't read it on an empty stomach though it just may lead to raids of the pantry and cookie baking at midnight while your being tempted by the delicious food descriptions! The character interaction was great as the story really flowed. Recommended for a delightful holiday read! Pub Date 10 Sep 2018 I was given a complimentary copy of this book by Canelo through NetGalley. All opinions expressed are my own....more
In this, the conclusion to the Girls of Spindrift series we find out what happened to teenager, Mayfair. In a previous book she left the school she anIn this, the conclusion to the Girls of Spindrift series we find out what happened to teenager, Mayfair. In a previous book she left the school she and her friends went to for the highly intelligent. There was a hole in the fence and her she and her friends were able to sneak off to town unknown to the staff and experience life a bit since no socializing with boys was allowed at the school. These teens may have had superior intelligence to even adults but had the common sense of regular teens. A must read if you are a fan of V.C. Andrew books. Pub Date 24 Sep 2018 I received a complimentary copy of this book from Gallery, Threshold, Pocket Books through NetGalley. Thank you. All opinions expressed are my own....more
I was eagerly looking forward to reading, The Shipbuilder's Wife. I mean look at that cover, very eye appealing. This is the second in the War of 1812I was eagerly looking forward to reading, The Shipbuilder's Wife. I mean look at that cover, very eye appealing. This is the second in the War of 1812 Series. A young flirtatious woman full of self confidence she is sure an engagement is coming her way the night of her parent's garden party. Sadly this engagement is short lived after a surprise attack from the British while hiding in a shed with her lady's maid. Beauty is only skin deep or is it? A disfiguring wound to Lydia Prescott leaves her a shell of the woman she was especially when her fiancee drops her like a hot potato after her disfigurement. With a war raging around them the man she so briefly meets, Jacob may just be her saving grace. I enjoyed reading the historical aspect of the this time period and enjoyed meeting back up with characters in the first book in the series. I hope the series continues with some more of the minor characters and they get their own stories. Pub Date 01 Sep 2018 I was given a complimentary copy of this book by Covenant Communications through NetGalley. Thank you. All opinions expressed are my own....more
A new to me author, Jean Stone I am glad I decided to try her book. The cover really drew me to the book, very appealing. A nor'easter blows in on MarA new to me author, Jean Stone I am glad I decided to try her book. The cover really drew me to the book, very appealing. A nor'easter blows in on Martha's Vineyard but 51 year old Annie Sutton has her cozy rented cottage on Chappaquiddick and is satisfied making natural soaps with herbs she grows and finishing her latest book. A newcomer to the area the locals warm up to her and most of the people are off the island for winter. Only the diehards or is it the foolish that stay behind for an island winter. Living alone can be charming but a bit daunting since the island is minimally lit at night. What's beyond your porch light area, well who really knows and it's gets dark so early in winter. Relaxing one evening while a nor'easter is hitting Annie hears a scuffling on her porch and a soft mewing sound. Thinking it's an animal she goes out to help it only to be greeted by a basket with a baby on her porch. This childless woman doesn't know what to do, the island is impassible with the snow,so she brings it in only to find a note saying the mother would be back in a few days. Very intriguing book that really kept my attention. I read an excerpt from the author's next book releasing in July 2019 and I can't wait to read it. I will now look to see what else this previously unknown to me author has written. Great book! Pub Date 25 Sep 2018 I received a complimentary copy of this book from Kensington Books through Netgalley. Thank you. All opinions expressed are my own....more
An Hour Unspent is the third and final book in the Shadows Over England series. It's pretty evident with Roseanna's very detailed descriptions and obviAn Hour Unspent is the third and final book in the Shadows Over England series. It's pretty evident with Roseanna's very detailed descriptions and obviously many hours of research she loves what she does. By this I mean she loves to research her books and writing them for us and her quality of work really reflects this. You better believe I felt as if I was there in the early 1910's in England. Barclay, it's so exciting to see him get his own story now, it was everything I had hoped it would be and more! Of the siblings he is my favorite. As you read this book you an just feel it humming with energy through the well developed story line,the many twists and turns. I really enjoyed seeing the character development as well. Barclay is a sweetie in this book, older protective brother but yet keeps his siblings in line as well. I am really hoping to see some of the siblings have their own story, maybe even a novella would be great. I enjoyed all the action happening in this story and the suspense. I kept me reading but I am sad now that it is over. Isn't that how great books work, you want to race to the end devouring the great book but are sad it's ending. I highly recommend the whole series! Pub Date 04 Sep 2018 I was given a complimentary copy by Bethany House through NetGalley. Thank you. All opinions expressed are my own....more
Beverly Lewis was the first Amish writing author I read so many years ago when she first started publishing and all these years later I'm still happilBeverly Lewis was the first Amish writing author I read so many years ago when she first started publishing and all these years later I'm still happily reading her books. I have really learned a lot about the Amish culture through her books and have come away with a stronger faith base as well. Her books have just gotten better and better over the years. There are very few books I've not read of hers including her nonfiction ones. This book starts out with Maggie reminiscing about her younger years. There is for sure a lot going on in this book. Maggie has juvenile rheumatoid arthritis and it affects her strength and how much she is able to do to help the family. She is about to join the church and longs for marriage and a family of her own but surely no one will want her with her limited mobility. Maggie's father remarries shortly after his wife's death and his new wife puts all her hopes and dreams aside to please her new ready-made family as she keeps the memory alive of his past wife. It was fun to read about the big tent revivals that Maggie and some of her cousins go to. These revivals become very important to her despite her father not approving of her going. Will this cause her to become part of the Englisher world? Very sweet and enjoyable book with a strong faith filled message. It was a delight to see how much stronger Maggie's faith became during the book as she thirsted for spiritual food. Pub Date: 04 Sep 2018 I received a complimentary copy of this book from Bethany House publishers through NetGalley. Thank you. All opinions expressed are my own....more
The second book in the Hamilton Christmas novella length series. This contemporary romance is part of a series but a stand alone as well as each novelThe second book in the Hamilton Christmas novella length series. This contemporary romance is part of a series but a stand alone as well as each novella has it's own set of main characters. We do meet up with characters in past books for added fun though. A fun holiday second chance romance with small town goodness that makes for a snowy good fun time holiday romance. Pub Date 25 Sep 2018 I received a complimentary copy from Kensington Books through Netgalley. Thank you. All opinions expressed are my own. ...more
Unleashed is the first book in the Hamilton Christmas novella contemporary romance series. Each of the 3 books contains their own set of main characteUnleashed is the first book in the Hamilton Christmas novella contemporary romance series. Each of the 3 books contains their own set of main characters but we do meet up again with characters in past books so each can be read as a standalone or a combined set. A sweet touching romance that leaves me wanting to come back and read more of this authors books. Emotions run high in this frolicking fun snowed in story! Pub Date 25 Sep 2018 Thank you to Kensington Books and NetGalley. I was provided with a complimentary copy and all opinions are my own....more
This story is based on a real woman by the name of Cathy Williams. Her Mama never let her forget she was the daughter of a daughter of a queen. No oneThis story is based on a real woman by the name of Cathy Williams. Her Mama never let her forget she was the daughter of a daughter of a queen. No one can say she wasn't a strong woman, she served as the only known female Buffalo solider disguised as a man for 2 years. Hard to put down book! Pub Date 04 Sep 2018 I was given a complimentary copy of this book from St. Martin's Press through NetGalley. Thank you. All opinions expressed are my own. ...more
Even though this is only a novella length book at 167 pages it truly packs a wallop. Every Christmas season I look forward to Melody's newest holiday Even though this is only a novella length book at 167 pages it truly packs a wallop. Every Christmas season I look forward to Melody's newest holiday read and for a small book it's packed to the brim with fabulous stuff! Melody weaves together a tale of what it really means to be at home no matter where you are. Wendy and her son are struggling financially after her husband died several years ago and inheriting her grandparents beach house is a true blessing. Planning on fixing it and quickly selling it and moving back to Ohio she doesn't plan on her son,Jackson falling in love with the house and area. She puts off telling him she plans on selling because he feels so happy there and she doesn't want to ruin it for him. Jackson, a very helpful and mature teen though and I do believe he knew what was going on the whole time. What could be better than spending the holiday season in a gorgeous beach town that feels like home and the bonus of a new possible romance for Wendy. A friendly and slobbery dog rounds out the picture but will Wendy be able to financially support her small family with the crafts she makes or will she and her heartbroken son have to return to Ohio? Beautiful story about spiritual and personal growth. Pub Date 04 Sep 2018 Thank you to Revell for a complimentary copy through Netgalley. All opinions expressed are my own....more
This author always does such meticulous research while writing her books. Jane's newest book, Everything She Didn't say is based upon the life of CarrThis author always does such meticulous research while writing her books. Jane's newest book, Everything She Didn't say is based upon the life of Carrie Strahorn, a woman who travels around with her husband as he writes articles in hope of bringing people out west to the towns he builds up by way of the Union Pacific Railroad. You'll read about the things, Carrie can never share with her husband, her inner most thoughts,her hopes,dreams,the highs and lows. It's not easy to not have a permanent home always moving around with her husband's work but she did it, just like she gave up her dreams to make him happy. Kirkpatrick is one of my favorite historical authors, I've read many of her books and love all the research she has gathered for her historical book journeys. Pub Date 04 Sep 2018 I received a complimentary copy of this book from Revell Publishers through Netgalley. All opinions are my own. ...more
This is a fun, go to,make you happy kind of Christmas story. There are several stories going on at once but it all revolves around a big Christmas treThis is a fun, go to,make you happy kind of Christmas story. There are several stories going on at once but it all revolves around a big Christmas tree farm. The characters are all treated very well there and have worked together for years, kinda like family ya know? It follows 3 women in different stages in life having to make bittersweet decisions and how these decisions will affect their lives. In the end they discover things about themselves,life,love and the happily ever after of Christmas. Fun! Pub Date 04 Sep 2018 I was given a complimentary copy of this book from Aria through NetGalley. Thank you. All opinions expressed are my own. ...more
December 1930 East End London, the depression is biting hard into the pockets of men and women alike. Standing in breadlines daily is common and fillsDecember 1930 East End London, the depression is biting hard into the pockets of men and women alike. Standing in breadlines daily is common and fills the community people with shame. The children back then were much more mature and understanding of their situation than the children today. They understood they wouldn't get anything for Christmas because of their parent's poverty and accepted it without complaint. Sad but true fact. The author really sets the tone of the story line realistically. No one likes to see poor children doing without. It's very hard on our hearts but it's not all sad, things do pick up. Even though these people are dirt poor if their neighbor is sick or lonely they are there for them, their neighbor needs food they share what little they have with each other. Very heartwarming to see that their dire situation did not turn them bitter or against each other. Very good story I could see rereading in the future. Pub Date 04 Sep 2018 I received a complimentary copy from Aria through NetGalley. All opinions expressed are my own....more
Let me just say that I really loved this book! I have read many Kim Vogel Sawyer books over the years and I do believe this is her most powerful one tLet me just say that I really loved this book! I have read many Kim Vogel Sawyer books over the years and I do believe this is her most powerful one to date. There is quite a bit going on in this book. There is a strong friendship bond between two women since childhood, one an Old Order Mennonite woman and the other a take charge of the board meeting,know her own mind woman. What an unlikely friendship but it works for them. Each woman in life is dealt a devastating blow through some very bad news. Through this they are there to prop each other up and and give the other the support they need. This book has a lot of layers and depth and each character has a purpose in God's eye's . We get to know each character very well and spend a lot of time with them. This book really has the good feelings in it and really makes you appreciate what you have and who you have in your day to day life. I loved seeing the spiritual reawakening in the characters. Sawyer deals with some pretty tough subjects here but they are subjects that need talked about in our society, like sexual predators and homelessness. She covers these subjects in a respectful way and there is information in the back of the book telling you how you can get involved to help. Reader Guide included in the back of the book. Pub Date 11 Sep 2018 I received a complimentary copy of this book from WaterBrook & Multnomah through Netgalley. Thank you. All opinions expressed are my own....more
Oh my goodness, this was such a fun Christmas read that really made me feel happy and added to the holiday season. Despite the characters being flawedOh my goodness, this was such a fun Christmas read that really made me feel happy and added to the holiday season. Despite the characters being flawed, as we all are they worked to overcome and make themselves and their world a better place. Very encouraging stories your going to enjoy reading! Pub Date 01 Sep 2018 I received a complimentary copy of this book . Thank you. All opinions expressed are my own....more
Oh my, I really enjoyed this a lot! I enjoyed reading these Christmas novellas. The times were hard but people knew and cared about their neighbors. POh my, I really enjoyed this a lot! I enjoyed reading these Christmas novellas. The times were hard but people knew and cared about their neighbors. People got by with what they had there wasn't the excess of today but they didn't need an excess when you have good food and good company! Strong faithful people and I especially enjoyed reading about the different nationalities and their customs. All around excellent book that I will be getting copies of for friends for Christmas! Pub Date 01 Sep 2018 I received a complimentary copy of this book from Barbour Publishing through NetGalley. Thank you. All opinions expressed are my own....more
The Christmas Prayers is a novella that was first published in 2014 in Barbour's Christmas Collection titled,The Westward Christmas Brides Collection:The Christmas Prayers is a novella that was first published in 2014 in Barbour's Christmas Collection titled,The Westward Christmas Brides Collection: 9 Historical Romances Answer the Call of the American West. I love Barbour collections and this was one of my favorite novellas in it. Cynthia Cooper promises to marry a man many years older than her named Walter. Now this will not be a love match on Cynthia's part but rather a match to ensure her and her mother have security financially and otherwise. Her mother,Mable encourages this match because she will be taken care of as well. Late in the season 3 wagons set out on the way to California and the wagon Walter is leading with Cynthia,her mother and others falls behind and becomes separated from the other wagons. They do their best on the journey but tempers become short as food runs low and after falling behind so much they run into snow. Finding what they think is an abandoned cabin in the woods the members take shelter for weeks before the cabin's owner comes back. After their explanation he understands why they were there and when it's warm enough they move on. Walter reveals a secret to Cynthia during their time in the cabin and all are happy. It is a Christmas Prayer that leaves Cynthia's heart filled with joy. Pub Date 01 Sep 2018 Thank you to Barbour Books for a complimentary copy of this book through Netgalley. All opinions expressed are my own....more
While I don't often read nonfiction this book has a story to tell that all need to read. Sure I've heard of slavery back in the 1800's but this book iWhile I don't often read nonfiction this book has a story to tell that all need to read. Sure I've heard of slavery back in the 1800's but this book is so much more than that. Author Timothy Ballard is a phenomenal man. He founded nonprofit Operation Underground Railroad to save children from sex slavery all over the world. He is a former Special Agent for the Department of Homeland Security who has seen the horrors and carnage of war. Told in riveting alternating chapters from the 1800's slavery to modern-day eyewitness account of Timothy Ballard. This was a hard book to read, details were not glossed over and you got the straight up truth of how things happened,the abuse,terror and trafficking that goes on in third world countries. It is common in Haiti and police turn a blind eye to it. This compassionate man relied on strength,empathy and courage to do his job. We have come a long way in our fight against sexual trafficking but have such a long way to go. Heart wrenching read ! Are we as society really making progress when things like this are still flourishing? I recommend if you are a history buff that you read this and educate yourself. Pub Date 04 Sep 2018 I received a complimentary copy of this book from Shadow Mountain Publishing through Netgalley. All opinions expressed are my own....more
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