Book Review of The Amish Bachelor's Bride by Pamela Desmond Wright

Hello Bookworms!

I hope everyone has had a wonderful week this week!  I've been busy trying to heal from this cold that will not leave me, while also trying to stay warm!  My husband celebrated a birthday yesterday so I got to enjoy some much needed family time and honor my best friend.

Today I am reviewing a novel that is also focused on family and that is so full of heart that it's practically bursting!  Welcome to the Blog + Review Tour for The Amish Bachelor's Bride by Pamela Desmond Wright, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

 

About the Book

Title: The Amish Bachelor's Bride 

Author: Pamela Desmond Wright 

Publisher: Love Inspired 

Release Date: January 24, 2023 

Genre: Christian, Contemporary Romance, Amish Fiction

Marrying in name only…

Could lead to more than they expected 

Single mother Lavinia Simmons’s world is turned upside down when she discovers her late husband gambled away their home. A quick marriage of convenience to bachelor Noem Witzel in return for caring for his niece and nephew is the solution both Lavinia and Noem need. Neither of them is looking for romance. But what if these perfect strangers have other ideas?

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Spotlight on the Bonita Creek Series by June McCrary Jacobs

Happy Wednesday!

What better way to celebrate the middle of the week than with a post featuring an entire series!  The Bonita Creek series by June McCrary Jacobs is a a contemporary romance series that is sure to tug on your heartstrings.  There are excerpts for each book included below, and be sure to scroll all the way to the bottom and enter to win the series for yourself!

 

Welcome to the Blog Blitz for the Bonita Creek series by June McCrary Jacobs, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Books

Title: Robin's Reward 

Series: Bonita Creek #1 

Author: June McCrary Jacobs 

Publisher: Independently Published 

Release Date: May, 2021 (re-release) 

Genre: Contemporary Christian Romance

Is a relationship which began with both parties harboring secrets destined to survive?

Welcome to friendly Bonita Creek, a small town in the Coastal Mountains of the Mendocino Coast of California . . . 

Bonita Creek’s librarian, Robin Bennett, is heartbroken after being abandoned by her husband, Thomas. Mysterious Jeff Clarke arrives in town unexpectedly and touches Robin’s life with his wit and warmth. Without warning, Jeff’s harsh words and abrasive actions scare her off, and Robin’s hope of finding true, long-lasting love withers again. 

Can the couple move past their troubles and the obstacles in their path to find love and happiness together? Jeff and Robin must use their faith and their newly-forged bond with each other to remain strong and true. Will it be enough for them to embrace a life of love, trials, and blessings . . . together? 

'Robin's Reward,' Book One in the Bonita Creek Series, is a contemporary Christian romance story which is completely clean in language and content.

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Book Review of The Moonlight School by Suzanne Woods Fisher

HELLO BOOKWORMS!

Anyone who is on any type of bookish social media right now has seen the push for reading more from your stash in 2023.  This has been on my mind for months, and I am determined to start reading more books that I already own, and sharing my thoughts with the world.  

My first book to kick off my personal reading from my stash for the year is one that I have picked up and put down numerous times over the past few years for one reason or another, but I finally had a chance to sit down and give it my full attention, and I was blown away.

ABOUT THE BOOK

Title: The Moonlight School

Author: Suzanne Woods Fisher

Publisher: Revell

Release Date: February 2, 2021

Genre: Christian Historical Fiction

Haunted by her sister's mysterious disappearance, Lucy Wilson arrives in Rowan County, Kentucky, in the spring of 1911 to work for Cora Wilson Stewart, superintendent of education.

When Cora sends Lucy into the hills to act as scribe for the mountain people, she is repelled by the primitive conditions and intellectual poverty she encounters. Few adults can read and write.

Born in those hills, Cora knows the plague of illiteracy. So does Brother Wyatt, a singing schoolmaster who travels through the hills. Involving Lucy and Wyatt, Cora hatches a plan to open the schoolhouses to adults on moonlit nights. The best way to combat poverty, she believes, is to eliminate illiteracy. But will the people come? 

As Lucy emerges from a life in the shadows, she finds purpose; or maybe purpose finds her. With purpose comes answers to her questions, and something else she hadn't expected: love. 

Inspired by the true events of the Moonlight Schools, this standalone novel from bestselling author Suzanne Woods Fisher brings to life the story that shocked the nation into taking adult literacy seriously. You'll finish the last page of this enthralling story with deep gratitude for the gift of reading.

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Book Review of Midnight Blue by Susie Waltner

Happy Monday Bookworms!

How was your weekend?  Not only am I slowly healing from my surgery, but I'm pretty sure I've got the flu on top of everything else.  Not the best start to 2023, especially when I think about how we're already halfway through January (how????) but I am using my downtime to read more books to review, so no complaints here!

Today I am reviewing a super sweet romance that is already getting raving reviews, and I tend to agree.  I hope you enjoy, and don't forget to scroll to the bottom of this post and enter to win an amazing giveaway!

 

Welcome to the Blog + Review Tour for Midnight Blue by Suzie Waltner, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

Title: Midnight Blue 

Series: Love in Color #1 

Author: Suzie Waltner 

Publisher: Anaiah Press Publishing 

Release Date: September 6, 2022 

Genre: Christian Contemporary Romance 

A series of heartbreaking setbacks behind her, Scarlett Sykes is now focused on creating the best life possible for her daughter. One where innocence and joy is not colored by rejection or loss. While finances are tight and Scarlett’s job isn’t ideal for a single mother, her child will always know she’s loved. Especially since Harmony’s father wanted nothing to do with them. 

As lead singer and the face of a successful country band, Jake Turnquist’s closest friends depend on him, but life in the spotlight is quickly losing its appeal. At a party celebrating another accomplishment, he’s stunned to discover Scarlett assisting the caterer. Almost ten years have passed, but he’s never forgotten his first love. 

In the hours after a surprise revelation, Jake scrambles to orchestrate a way to spend time with Scarlett and Harmony—the family he’s always wanted but never knew he had. He once gave her up to pursue his music. What will he have to surrender to win her back?

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Excerpt from A Life Renewed by Olivia Rae

Hello Bookworms!

Thursday's have to be my favorite day of the week.  The anticipation of the upcoming weekend and knowing the work week is almost over always fills me with happiness.  Today I am especially giddy because I am featuring an excerpt from A Life Renewed, the first book in the Secrets of the Queens series from Olivia Rae.

Enjoy this little slice of wonderful and don't forget to enter the amazing giveaway at the bottom of this post. :)

 

Welcome to the Blog + Review Blitz for A Life Renewed by Olivia Rae, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

Title: A Life Renewed 

Series: Secrets of the Queens #1 

Author: Olivia Rae 

Publisher: HopeKnight Press 

Release Date: April 2, 2020 

Genre: Christian Historical Romance

In 1554, Lady Jane Grey, "The Nine Days' Queen" was executed for high treason. But what if, instead of feeling the blade on her neck she secretly survived?

Escaping execution, Lady Jane hides as a peasant girl in a principality in Germany. She loves the simple life and never wants to return to England. But her benefactor, a power-hungry German prince, wants to march on London and place her on the English throne again, thereby increasing his dominance in Europe. If she doesn't agree with his plan, her beloved childhood nurse will be put to death. Desperate for help, Jane must put her trust in the mysterious spy Asher Hayes. 

Asher Hayes is done rounding up Protestants for "Bloody Mary" and wants nothing more than to live a quiet life as a farmer and expunge the blood of many from his hands. Except Queen Mary isn't done with him yet. She throws his father, mother, and sister into prison on false charges in order to force him to accept one last mission - find and kill Lady Jane Grey. But when Asher discovers Lady Jane isn't a threat to the throne as he believed her to be, he faces a devastating decision - does he sacrifice his family for the woman who reigns in his heart?

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Book Review of Captive Set Free by Valerie Limmer

Happy Wednesday Bookworms!

It is an unseasonably warm day here in Texas and while I am enjoying the sunshine and blue skies I am secretly hoping the cooler weather will be back soon.  My prayers are with all of those in California that are currently dealing with deadly flooding and I hope all of you are having a fantastic Wednesday.

Today I am featuring a nonfiction read that has really spoke to me the past few weeks.  All of us have been wronged at one time or another and when that happens forgiveness comes into play, which makes this an invaluable resource for one and all.

 

Welcome to the Blog Tour for Captive Set Free by Valerie Limmer, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

Title: Captive Set Free 

Author: Valerie Limmer 

Publisher: Green Sap Publications 

Release Date: October 18, 2022 

Genre: Non-Fiction, Christian Living

Have you been hurt? Are you hounded by turbulent feelings and looping thoughts? Do you know you need to forgive but aren't sure where to begin?

Captive Set Free is a lamppost along the path of healing, offering engaging stories and examples, explaining how forgiveness fits into our spiritual DNA, and examining mindsets that make forgiving easier or harder. In this book, you'll learn how to

 - take concrete steps to forgive; 

- be sure forgiveness has taken hold in your heart; and 

 - guard your spirit from bitterness, both now and in the future. 

If you're tired of being imprisoned by pain and toxicity and want to step into the free and abundant life Jesus has planned for His children, this book is for you. 

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Book Review of The Reunion by Natasha D. Frazier

Happy Tuesday Bookworms!

I am a sucker for a good suspense and today I am featuring the first book in a new series by Natasha D. Frazier that is chock full of clean romance and suspense.  I hope you enjoy!

 

Welcome to the Blog Tour for The Reunion by Natasha D. Frazier, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

Title: The Reunion 

Series: Langston Sisters #1 

Author: Natasha D. Frazier 

Publisher: Encouraging Works 

Release Date: October 25, 2022 

Genre: Christian romantic suspense 

Divorced. 

 Dragged through the mud by entertainment media outlets. 

Determined to rise above her past. 

Crystal Langston's plan was perfect: go to her 20th college class reunion to prove her divorce from her abusive ex-husband, NFL player, Dante Green, didn't break her. Her life was thriving outside of his shadow. Though it's been over a year since their divorce, Dante makes a huge announcement during their reunion mixer. His latest stunt results in his death. 

And Crystal is the number one suspect! 

Marcel Singleton recently launched his political campaign for Houston's District Attorney. Now that his childhood friend is no longer tied to Dante, he attends their class reunion with one goal in mind: to finally tell Crystal how he feels about her. What he didn't expect was that he'd be representing her in a murder case against her ex-husband. 

Crystal's life is going up in flames -- fast! 

Will Marcel's feelings for Crystal cloud his judgment? How will his involvement with a murder suspect affect his campaign? 

And if Crystal is innocent, will the real murderer come for her next?

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First Book Review of 2023: The Secret Society of Salzburg by Renee Ryan

HAPPY NEW YEAR BOOKWORMS!

I hope everyone has had a magical start to 2023!  The end of 2022 was extremely rough for me, thus the reason for my absence.  Not to go into too much graphic detail, but my stomach surgery came with a myriad of unknown complications which kept me in the hospital longer than expected, and has made my recovery very painful and excruciatingly slow.  It also meant that I completely missed out on the entire holiday season, including Christmas with my family, and I got sick again on New Years Eve, so the hits just keep on coming for 2023.

Despite everything I've been through I am looking forward to this year, and have high hopes that once I get over the my recovery that I will be stronger and better!  Thank you to everyone who has checked in on me, been praying for my recovery, and has been so patient with me.  You all are truly blessings and I thank God for each and every one of you.

Now, without further ado I give my FIRST REVIEW of 2023: The Secret Society of Salzbury by Renee Ryan.

Welcome to the Takeover + Review Tour for The Secret Society of Salzburg by Renee Ryan, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

 

Title: The Secret Society of Salzburg 

Author: Renee Ryan 

Publisher: Love Inspired Trade 

Release Date: December 27, 2022 

Genre: Historical Inspirational WW2 Romance

From the author of The Widows of Champagne, and inspired by true events, comes a gripping and heartwrenching story of two very different women united to bring light to the darkest days of World War II.

London, 1933 

At first glance, Austrian opera singer Elsa Mayer-Braun has little in common with the young English typist she encounters on tour. Yet she and Hattie Featherstone forge an instant connection—and strike a dangerous alliance. Using their friendship as a cover, they form a secret society with a daring goal: to rescue as many Jews as possible from Nazi persecution. 

Though the war’s outbreak threatens Elsa and Hattie’s network, their efforts attract the covert attention of the British government, offering more opportunities to thwart the Germans. But Elsa’s growing fame as Hitler’s favorite opera singer, coupled with her secret Jewish ancestry, make her both a weapon and a target—until her future, too, hangs in the balance. 

From the glamorous stages of Covent Garden and Salzburg to the horrors of Bergen-Belsen,  two ordinary women swept up by the tide of war discover an extraordinary friendship—and the courage to save countless lives. 

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