Book Review of 'Whiteout' by Dani Pettrey & Lynette Eason

Happy Tuesday Bookworms!

I have been in a suspense mood lately, and lucky for me, there is a plethora of great stories in this genre that have recently been released. Today, I am shining a spotlight on one of them that has not one but two stories.

I hope you enjoy my thoughts on this Romantic Suspense Novella Collection and don't forget to scroll to the bottom of this post and enter the amazing giveaway from JustRead Tours.

Welcome to the Blog Tour for Whiteout by Dani Pettrey & Lynette Eason, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

Title: Whiteout 
Author: Lynette Eason and Dani Pettrey 
Publisher: Bethany House Publishers 
Release Date: February 3, 2026 
Genre: Romantic Suspense Novella Collection

Brace yourself for double the suspense in these snowbound adventures as an avalanche forces two couples to face down their enemies in a ski resort shut off from the outside world. 

In Buried in Shadows by Dani Pettrey, Cassandra Parker arrives at her best friend's destination wedding, praying her stalker hasn't tracked her to Colorado. Also part of the wedding party is Sheriff Joel Brunswick, the man she stunned by leaving at the altar to hide a dangerous truth. When an avalanche strands their ski group in an abandoned lodge, it becomes chillingly clear that Cassandra's stalker has followed her . . . and he's willing to kill to make her his. 

In Snowbound Secrets by Lynette Eason, Dr. Maya Sullivan fully intends to escape her past and finish planning a retreat for military veterans at the ranch she's inherited. Unfortunately, her plans go sideways when an avalanche traps her in a Colorado ski resort. An unexpected reunion with her high school crush forces her to confront past wounds, but she soon realizes someone is targeting her, and their search for a shadowy enemy becomes a matter of life and death.  

A gripping romantic suspense novella collection from bestselling authors Lynette Eason and Dani Pettrey featuring second-chance romance, trapped together forced proximity, military and law enforcement heroes, a small-town destination wedding, and snowbound survival at a Colorado ski resort.  

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Book Review of 'A Match Made at Christmas' by Amy R. Anguish, Sarah Anne Crouch, Lori DeJong, and Heather Greer

Happy Tuesday Bookworms!

Do I have a pre-holiday season treat for you today! A new Christmas anthology was recently released and today I am sharing my thoughts on these cheery novellas which are the perfect stories to dip into during the holiday season and beyond.

I hope you enjoy my thoughts on this Contemporary Christian Romance Novella Collection and don't forget to scroll to the bottom of this post and enter the amazing giveaway from JustRead Tours.

Welcome to the Blog Tour for A Match Made at Christmas by Amy R. Anguish, Sarah Anne Crouch, Lori DeJong, and Heather Greer, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

Title: A Match Made at Christmas 
Author: Amy R. Anguish, Sarah Anne Crouch, Lori DeJong, and Heather Greer 
Publisher: Scrivenings Press 
Release Date: October 1, 2024 
Genre: Contemporary Christian Romance Novella Collection

A-parent-ly Christmas (by Amy R Anguish) 

Noel and Joy Davidson didn’t mean to separate, but a job promotion and educational opportunities were too much for their marriage to withstand. Now, it’s Christmas and their son Andy wants them together. Between his mischief, an unexpected snowstorm, and the holiday spirit, they’re remembering why they first wanted to be together. But which one will give up their dream for the other?  

A Match of her Own (by Sarah Anne Crouch) 

Victoria Wood is torn between elation and devastation now that her sister is married and gone. When she realizes her sister’s best friend is alone and best-friend-less on Christmas, she knows just what to do. Set her up with a boyfriend! But pesky Jared Knight keeps getting in the way. Jared can’t date Victoria—she’s too immature—but he can’t convince his heart to move on. How will he keep Victoria from ruining everyone’s love lives? When will she realize her perfect match is closer than she thinks? 

Jingle Bell Matchmakers (by Lori DeJong) 

When country music star Aubrey Mayfield is lured home after years away, she’s bewildered when she and ex-fiance-now-widowed-dad Cody Lansdale keep finding themselves in the same place at the same time. As they become reacquainted, however, old feelings stir. Aubrey’s at a crossroads in her career and is contemplating a change. But when a chance at headlining her own tour takes her back to Nashville, Cody realizes her dreams may once again come between them. Unless God, with a little help from the Jingle Bell Committee, has a better plan.  

The Santa Setup (by Heather Greer) 

Turning friendship into love takes magic. Good thing Nicholas Eckert and Julie Clarke work at Christmas Wonderland. The attraction brims with holiday magic, not to mention four teenage elves determined that Mr. and Mrs. Claus stop playing a couple and become one. The teens will need more than mistletoe to pair up these two. Julie is seeing someone, and Nick won’t risk their friendship for possible love. Only the elven employees’ outrageous antics stand a chance of setting up Santa in time for Christmas.

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Book Review of 'Something Borrowed' by Rachel Scott McDaniel, Allison Pittman, and Susie Finkbeiner

Happy Tuesday Bookworms!

I have been so excited to share the review I am sharing with you today.  I've always had a fondness for wedding dresses and a fascination with items from the past.  I'm one of those people that spends time at museums and antique stores thinking about how certain objects came to be sitting there in front of me.  That is what we find in this amazing collection: three stories that follow one very special dress.

I hope you enjoy my thoughts on this wonderful romance collection and don't forget to scroll to the bottom of this post and enter the amazing giveaway from JustRead Tours!

Welcome to the Blog + Review Tour for Something Borrowed by Rachel Scott McDaniel, Allison Pittman, and Susie Finkbeiner, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

Title: Something Borrowed
Authors: Rachel Scott McDaniel, Allison Pittman & Susie Finkbeiner
Publisher: Kregel
Release Date: August 13, 2024
Genre: Christian Historical Romance Collection

One Perfect Dress--three different Love stories 

In this brand-new novella collection, three renowned Christian historical fiction authors trace generations of wartime romances through a special wedding dress with love sewn into its seams.

 "A Heart in Disguise" by Rachel Scott McDaniel 

 Clara Westlake loves her job as a seamstress in the US "Camouflage Corps," sewing suits for snipers and contributing to the war effort. But when she overhears a threat against her beloved New York City, the Great War comes too close to home--except no one believes her forewarning. She must recruit Marcus Reeves, a childhood friend searching for his purpose after suffering a devastating war injury. As they search for answers together, they may also uncover a love that lasts.  

"A Letter to Eli" by Allison Pittman 

 Bette and Alice are lifelong friends, trying to make a good life for themselves in New York City while World War II rages. It's never far away from their thoughts--not with Alice's fiancé serving at sea, in danger every minute. That's a worry Bette doesn't envy. Then a secret letter reunites her with her soldier ex-boyfriend, now wounded and back in the States. But can the innocent love these two had before the war be rekindled in the face of tragedy?  

"A Daffodil in the Dress" by Susie Finkbeiner 

 Kate Becker and Ike Finch have worked together at his family's bookstore since Kate's husband died in the early days of the Vietnam War. She has her daughter, Eloise, to take care of and bills to pay, and this job was a godsend. A second love is not in the cards, especially not with the world still teetering on the edge of insanity. But when Ike brings little Eloise special flowers one spring day, Kate begins to look at him as more than an employer. Is falling in love again worth the risk?

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Book Review: The Music of Love by Leah Busboom

Author: Leah Busboom

Series: Paradise Springs #3

Publisher: LBRB Consulting, LLC

Release Date: August 2, 2022

Genre: Contemporary Christian Romance

Shy and awkward meets handsome and out-of-practice.

Marci Haroldson is a brainy engineer, too shy and awkward to thrust herself into the Paradise Springs small-town dating scene. She’s always dreamed of having a family of her own, but there’s no one who she can see herself building a future with. Until Jared.

Jared Davis hasn’t been in a relationship since he was forced into the role of parent for his siblings when their parents were killed in a car accident. He’d love to get his personal life back on track, but he’s terribly rusty and can’t even remember the last time he went on a date.

When Marci and Jared join the church’s new praise choir, Jared slowly peels away Marci’s awkward layers and finds himself falling for her. But does he want to expand the family he’s already got?

When a meddlesome group of friends provides unneeded relationship advice and Mother Nature nearly ruins their first date, the relationship looks like it’s doomed before it even gets started.

Do these two hearts eventually get on the same page and sing the music of love?

The Music of Love is a blend of humor, romance, faith, and life’s second chances. This heart-warming clean Christian romance is Book 3 in the Paradise Springs series. This book can be read as a standalone.

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Book Review: The Song of Grace by Leah Busboom

Author: Leah Busboom

Series: Paradise Springs #2

Publisher: LBRB Consulting, LLC

Release Date: June 9, 2022

Genre: Contemporary Christian Romance

She's looking for a long-term relationship.  He's only in Paradise Springs for a short time.

Amber Morton has lived in Paradise Springs most of her life. She’s been looking for someone to settle down with, but she’s not found her dream man yet. She tells herself that she’s content raising her teenage son and working at the refurbished furniture store, but the truth is she’s lonely and her life feels incomplete.

Mack Wright was brought in to save Robertson Industries—the largest and most prestigious employer in town. He’s in Paradise Springs only long enough to dig out the failing company, then he’ll be on his way to help save the next sinking ship.

When Amber meets her son’s assistant hockey coach, she doesn’t know how much her life is going to change. She’s immediately attracted to Mack, although she wonders if he’s the next man who’s going to leave her, just like Aiden’s father did.

Amber and Aiden might be the family Mack’s always wanted deep down, but is he willing to jeopardize his successful and lucrative career to settle in this small town? Mack’s suddenly torn between the career he’s always loved and a love he never imagined was possible.

Will these two lonely hearts eventually find happiness?

The Song of Grace is a blend of humor, romance, faith, and life’s second chances. This heart-warming clean Christian romance is Book 2 in the Paradise Springs series. This book can be read as a standalone.

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Book Review: Blueberry Point Romance Collection by D.E. Malone

ABOUT THE BOOK

Title: Blueberry Point Romance Collection

Series: Blueberry Point

Author: D.E. Malone

Release Date: May 26, 2022

Genre: Clean Contemporary Romance

Fall into the seasonal stories in this sweet romance collection.  Blueberry Point Lodge and the lakeside small town of Hendricks is the backdrop where these couples are bound to find their happily-ever-afters.

In LILAC CRUSH, recently divorced Grace Callahan returns to her hometown where she’s always felt invisible—to everyone but Kendon Wright, her ex’s best friend and the man hired to renovate her rented carriage house at the inn.

Farra Hall thought her kiss with Trey Merrick marked a beginning, but then he never called. Now they’re together again during Blueberry Point Lodge’s opening weekend in LOVE, LIES and FIREFLIES.

PROMISE ME OCTOBER finds wedding photographer Kiley Byrne fighting her attraction to Bret Hanning, the man she’s worked with during North Shore events for the last three years. Will their last weekend together at Blueberry Point Lodge turn their professional relationship into one a little more personal?

Christmas in Hendricks finds flower shop employee Lucy Riggins decorating a sponsored Christmas tree for the Holly Days Tree Festival, competing with handsome investment banker Trec Kingston for top prize. Will Trec win Lucy’s heart too in HER NORTH SHORE CHRISTMAS?

Grab this heartwarming collection of novellas featuring some of the side characters from the Blueberry Point Romance novels and start reading today!

♥ Includes one special seasonal recipe for each novella too! ♥

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Book Review: The Melody of Joy by Leah Busboom

Author: Leah Busboom

Series: Paradise Springs #1

Publisher: LBRB Consulting, LLC

Release Date: April 4, 2022

Genre: Contemporary Christian Romance

She's a single mom struggling to make ends meet.  He's a man who cares enough to extend a helping hand.

Juanita Morales was dismissed from her job and treated like a discarded piece of trash. Her employment at the town’s largest and most prestigious employer has become a black mark on her resume. How will she ever find employment again in this small town?

Brenden Morehouse never understood Juanita’s dismissal. She excelled at her job and brought energy and brightness to the company’s otherwise toxic culture. When he discovers she’s still unemployed, he’s determined to help her.

Brenden’s lead on a job helps Juanita land a new position. She finds joy again in her friendly and caring new employer, their quirky customers, and the handsome finance guy she’s always had a crush on. She can’t resist him, especially when he interacts with her small son. She’s quickly falling for Brenden, and he’s quickly falling for her.

With Juanita’s lost love filling her memories and Brenden’s insecurities after his last failed relationship, both are torn between living in the past and moving on.

Can love help them find joy in the present?

The Melody of Joy is a blend of humor, romance, faith, and life’s second chances. This heart-warming, clean Christian romance is Book 1 in the new Paradise Springs series. This book can be read as a stand-alone.

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Book Review: The Courage for Love by Leah Busboom

Series: Potters House Books (Three) #3

Publisher: LBRB Consulting, LLC

Release Date: March 8, 2022

Genre: Second Chance Romance

A devastating medical diagnosis ripped them apart. Can courage and love bring them back together?

Ellie knows heartbreak. Self-inflicted heartbreak. After she received a devastating medical diagnosis, she broke up with the love of her life, packed everything up, and moved to Paradise Springs. She told herself the move was because her brother needed help with his young daughter. But wasn’t she really running away?

Zander never understood the breakup with the love of his life. One day they were on the path to getting engaged, and the next day she was breaking up with him. What caused this abrupt change of heart?

When Zander moves to Paradise Springs, Ellie is finally forced to face her fears. Will they be able to pick back up where they left off, or will the challenges imposed by her medical condition be too much to overcome?

Fans of Christian romance will enjoy this powerful faith-based story about how courage and love can overcome even life’s most challenging obstacles.

The Courage for Love is a blend of humor, romance, faith, and life’s second chances. This heart-warming, clean, second-chance Christian romance is Book 20 in The Potter’s House Books Series Three. Stories of hope, redemption, and second chances. Read all The Potter’s House Books and be blessed.

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Book Review: The Inns of Devonshire: Timeless Regency Collection

Series: Timeless Regency Collection: Book 18

Publisher: Mirror Press

Release Date: October 5, 2021

Genre: Victorian Historical Romance

Three novellas, three times the romance, and three times the love...

in this brand new Timeless Regency Collection: The Inns of Devonshire

♡ THE SEVENTH STAR INN by Sally Britton
After years of looking after one another, Susan Baxter and her mother view their neighbors in Totnes as family. When a new landlord inherits the leases on their homes and businesses alike, Susan dreads knowing her world could change at the whim of a stranger. But when she meets Collin Stonecroft and his inquisitive daughter, her feelings shift quickly from cautionary to hopeful. Collin has lived in the confines of London boarding houses all his life, and he’s determined to give his daughter more. They check into the Seventh Star Inn with plans to return to London as soon as possible, but both find Miss Baxter and her local history lessons far too enchanting to leave behind. When Susan learns of Collin’s proposed changes to her beloved neighborhood, will she be able to help him see that some things are perfect the way they are?

♡ THE TRUTH ABOUT MR. BLACKMORE by Annette Lyon
Leigh’s life at the Old Grey Inn is drudgery broken by flights of fancy thanks in part to novels by Simon Blackmore. When Mattias McGrady comes to the inn for a fortnight, Leigh captures his attention. A relationship develops, and she dreads the end of his stay, which will mean a return to an unhappy life. An urgent letter to Mattias leads to him inviting Leigh to an event that stands to change both of their lives forever. If all goes well, Leigh will have a life of her choosing after all. But half-truths and lies have a way of complicating matters. When their plans go awry, Leigh loses her reputation and Mattias almost surely loses his career. Can either of them find happiness?

♡ THE COACHMAN'S CHOICE by Deborah M. Hathaway
Ever-reliable Mary Thorne has helped her widowed mother run The Golden Mermaid Inn for years. She spends her days greeting guests, ensuring the inn runs smoothly—and dodging flirtatious remarks from passing coachmen. But she’s far too busy to pay any attention to such men, even the enticingly attractive Mr. Northcott. Known far and wide for his horsemanship, punctuality, and dallying reputation, Robert Northcott relishes his life as a coachman, especially his freedom to flirt with numerous women from inn to inn, all without the messy details of commitment. There’s just one woman who's immune to his charms: the lovely, single landlady of The Golden Mermaid. Robert is determined to win Mary over, just as heartily as she is determined to keep her distance from him. But his carefree life is threatened when his pursual of Mary becomes more than just a game...

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Book Review: A Reason for Hope by Leah Busboom

Series: Potters House Books (Three) #13

Publisher: LBRB Consulting, LLC

Release Date: November 30, 2021

Genre: Second Chance Romance

Will a vehicle breakdown and a hunky mechanic, plus some inept matchmaking, overcome all the hurdles to a happy ending?

Riley fled to Paradise Springs with her baby daughter for a fresh start, but she’s still skittish and afraid. Of her ex-husband. Of men in general. She’s trying to build a new life, but her old one still haunts her.

Logan owns the local auto body and repair shop. He’s been burned by a woman before, so he’s not anxious to open his heart to another one. But when he rescues the single mom and her sweet baby, his heart senses God has something more in store for him and the little family. The beautiful woman is like a prickly pear, but Logan feels inspired to see beyond her thorny exterior and get to know the real Riley.

When Riley’s past catches up with her, will she flee, or will she remain in Paradise Springs to fight for her relationship with Logan?

A Reason for Hope is a blend of humor, romance, faith, and life’s second chances. This heart-warming, clean, second-chance Christian romance is Book 13 in The Potter’s House Books Series Three. Stories of hope, redemption, and second chances. Read all The Potter’s House Books and be blessed.

❥ Heat Level: Mild/Sweet

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Book Review: A Forever Kiss in Silver Leaf Falls by D.E. Malone

Series: Silver Leaf Falls #5

Publisher: Dawn Malone

Release Date: November 19, 2021

Genre: Clean Romance

He can’t wait to leave. She’s searching for a way to stay.
Neither of them is looking for love.

Down-on-her-luck artist Andi Vandermeer leaves New York City and heads to Silver Leaf Falls. With her young son in tow and a nest egg all but depleted, Andi’s only good fortune so far is the job cleaning the Starlight Motel in exchange for a rent-free room. When the local college downsizes the arts program and her hope of teaching ceramics disappears, catching a break seems as likely as her new boss letting her keep her room.

Reese Evers comes home to oversee his parents’ iconic motel during his father’s health crisis. His plan to stay just long enough to get his dad back on his feet is stymied by the long list of repairs needed to the hotel. He doesn’t count on the charming but mysterious Andi living in Room 7.

A surprise offer across the country might be the break Andi’s looking for, and Reese is counting down the days until he can leave Silver Leaf Falls behind. Can they both discover they are right where they belong?

Return to Silver Leaf Falls, Vermont and enjoy the friendships, love, and happily-ever-afters in this sweet, small town romance.

❥ Heat Level: Mild/Sweet

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Book Review: The Widows of Somerset: Timeless Regency Collection

Series: Timeless Regency Collection: Book 15

Publisher: Mirror Press

Release Date: October 6, 2020

Genre: Victorian Historical Romance

Rules of the Secret Society of Young Widows:
Rule 1: Be a widow.
Rule 2: Have an impeccable reputation.
Rule 3: Don't fall in love again.

♡ AN HEIR TO SPARE by Rebecca Connolly
Widowhood has changed much for Anna—Lady Lyndham—but an unconventional heir to the estate was not something she had anticipated. Nor had she anticipated that he would have no intention of forcing her out, although he has every right to. And she certainly did not anticipate finding him handsome, charming, and unfailingly generous. But Ned Richards, the new Lord Lyndham, has a world of surprises in store for her, and not anticipating them will become quite the adventure.

♡ THE WIDOW OF LAVENDER COTTAGE by Jen Geigle Johnson
As a widow, Lillian Hunter has never been in love and plans to never marry again, so the rules of the Secret Society of Young Widows suit her just fine. Her days are spent attempting to transform her newly inherited Lavender Cottage into a livable space until Oliver Wentworth shows up, asking for her late husband. Anxious to establish himself as a landed gentry in Somerset, Oliver is none too pleased to discover that a widow lives alone in a tiny run down cottage bordering his new property. The fact that she’s young and attractive only adds frustration to his sense of responsibility over her. And confound her, she challenges his every attempt to help manage her affairs.

♡ A PROMISE FORGOTTEN by Heather B. Moore
Charlotte Ashford never thought she’d marry a vicar, and she never thought she’d find herself widowed with a young child to care for on her own. She certainly never thought she’d return to Somerset to live with her mother again, and Charlotte never thought she’d see him again. But Lord Wilshore has never forgotten her, and he has never forgotten their promise made long ago. Charlotte would love nothing more than for Lord Wilshore to forgive her, but too much heartache and too much time might make that impossible. Friendship is all she can hope for, but that hope may be dashed as well.

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Book Review: A Christmas Promise: Timeless Regency Collection

Series: Timeless Regency Collection: Book 16

Publisher: Mirror Press

Release Date: November 17, 2020

Genre: Victorian Historical Romance

♡ THE TWO BELLS OF CHRISTMAS by Joanna Barker
Roland Hastings made a promise to his father: to marry and carry on the family line. But after a year of searching, he has given up hope of finding the right woman. Anticipating a quiet Christmas with his mother, Roland is frustrated to learn she has organized an entire house party to help him find a bride. Cassandra Bell arrives for the house party with her twin sister Vivian, who has set her heart on winning a proposal from the eligible Mr. Hastings. But when Vivian grows ill, she begs Cassie to switch places with her and keep the other conniving ladies away from Mr. Hastings. Cassie reluctantly takes on the role of her poised and proper twin, but things become much more complicated when Roland begins to take an interest in the spunky and unconventional Cassie...

♡ PROMISE ME AGAIN by Annette Lyon
Secret wedding plans. A powerful brother who will go to any lengths to stop them. Can love truly conquer all? Miriam and Jacob have loved each other for as long as they can remember. They want to wed, but Jacob's older brother Norman forbids it. Deciding to do so secretly without his blessing, Miriam and Jacob make plans to marry on Christmas Eve at a church several hours’ journey away. Despite their efforts, Norman’s long reach finds them. Miriam’s love is tested to the very limit when she is forced into a devil’s bargain with him. She agrees only to spare Jacob pain, but can their hearts find their way back to each other no matter what—or who—stands in their way?

♡ A CHRISTMAS JOURNEY by Jennifer Moore
The war is over, but Lucy Breckenridge’s plans for a perfect Christmas are ruined when Captain James Stewart brings news that her father will not return in time for the holiday. Determined to not miss yet another Christmas with her father, Lucy starts on a journey for London with her trusty maid and manservant. Learning they have gone, James follows, hoping to stop her before she discovers the true reason for Colonel Breckenridge’s absence. Along the way, the two join in local holiday celebrations and learn that families have flaws, friendship requires trust, and Christmas traditions can be created in the most unexpected places.

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Shepherdsville Boxed Set

My Rating: ★★★★

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