tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30134037996709265452024-03-15T21:12:18.990-04:00Christian Fiction and MoreChristian Fiction and Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11559989690241689763noreply@blogger.comBlogger800125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3013403799670926545.post-53509365573665879122024-03-13T14:27:00.004-04:002024-03-13T14:27:39.216-04:00Set in Stone by Kimberley Woodhouse - A Book Review<p> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjvYybBaURxfQE-ehr-Nekq5cbGJeHPRE-Pt9-RoStnXEiexVRF4GU8QfawFxIZcustK1Mxh70-Sq6D2kw158MB5-4FrhAcdURUL4PkFd2FQJnzCX3xqEtaI4vI6ypAv2shssfr5-9jnbt6Mo6Y9bR7-ny8fJshDT0jOYuC3M5a8dhjBro2ZFDUw_tzCp-d" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="445" data-original-width="288" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjvYybBaURxfQE-ehr-Nekq5cbGJeHPRE-Pt9-RoStnXEiexVRF4GU8QfawFxIZcustK1Mxh70-Sq6D2kw158MB5-4FrhAcdURUL4PkFd2FQJnzCX3xqEtaI4vI6ypAv2shssfr5-9jnbt6Mo6Y9bR7-ny8fJshDT0jOYuC3M5a8dhjBro2ZFDUw_tzCp-d=w129-h200" width="129" /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi0m3UcHaHGdh83JguVC2e8NE-9C_arIxywYR45LIk7HAaRtC0pm3zs2mJy4dwfFTN50YvkQpwfJVluQJCY2ywSTF3SDngWGqc4dzJfwGYn2crPxLCHEWVAwZh-m-7oB5sZbe1h_BKVj0wUaslc0q3ECkwYFyj5CBuvv7cUDBLGr4SPjzk1k4ds_MSieEWw" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="450" data-original-width="450" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi0m3UcHaHGdh83JguVC2e8NE-9C_arIxywYR45LIk7HAaRtC0pm3zs2mJy4dwfFTN50YvkQpwfJVluQJCY2ywSTF3SDngWGqc4dzJfwGYn2crPxLCHEWVAwZh-m-7oB5sZbe1h_BKVj0wUaslc0q3ECkwYFyj5CBuvv7cUDBLGr4SPjzk1k4ds_MSieEWw=w200-h200" width="200" /></a></p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><i>Set in Stone</i>
is the second book in Kimberley Woodhouse's <i>Treasure of the
Earth</i> series. It is the
character that remains in the shadows for most of the story that
holds the reader's attention. A serial killer lurks in their midst
and Martha Jankowski is completely unaware. Martha is focused on
fulfilling her lifelong dream of becoming a full-fledged
paleontologist. In those efforts, Martha is leading a dig in
competition with another for the right to display a full dinosaur
skeleton in a Denver museum. While rules are in place to keep the
competition above board, someone is pulling strings to cause
increased tension between the competitors.
</p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">An
important part of this story revolves around the compatibility
between the Christian faith based on the Bible and science,
specifically paleontology. While not all of the questions often posed
are answered, one can appreciate the characters wrestling and coming
to terms with what seems contradictory to many. One also has to
appreciate the author's perseverance in gifting readers with a
wonderful story while also caring and grieving for a beloved family
member.</p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">I
am grateful to have received a complimentary copy of <i>Set in
Stone</i> from Bethany House via
NetGalley without obligation. All opinions expressed here are my own.</p><p>
<br /><br /><br /></p>Christian Fiction and Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11559989690241689763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3013403799670926545.post-81088331586237423442024-03-12T21:25:00.005-04:002024-03-12T21:25:58.806-04:00Never Fall Again by Lynn H. Blackburn - A Book Review<p> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgZHBInjPwyLY1aX10o_FWTv0RCQSnabzWRZbAXMh2fHxGW9xlu1L9E8dfVKJAcPv7h6pBnSHBLMAF2iBp_utzYjXbnco5Ac3MYZaFnGS8hovg2ZHNoZXqwAvrbA2cakuDl0d8XKy7SPqGktMEFaTXuaBdPYo1OWonaSdbPxQz1zS6sR0drVokKiVK0fx-d" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="445" data-original-width="288" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgZHBInjPwyLY1aX10o_FWTv0RCQSnabzWRZbAXMh2fHxGW9xlu1L9E8dfVKJAcPv7h6pBnSHBLMAF2iBp_utzYjXbnco5Ac3MYZaFnGS8hovg2ZHNoZXqwAvrbA2cakuDl0d8XKy7SPqGktMEFaTXuaBdPYo1OWonaSdbPxQz1zS6sR0drVokKiVK0fx-d=w129-h200" width="129" /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiBM7-9aSUHwRY0aYscd0p8ntD7SAOnutiWC_5O0CC8rz2F40Pzf0iqu7slj_FqLvCAKTn2bRmqLl58UrCfpiSD9sOer1qtFGQoNML4laxaiSNF5zT18_B78n9j7MtyYlDCzrZ1Z2TtDOZo-ZdCKXl4lsL46a1vSOCvQxEOY-F8oy5f8ok1Sdk-LwYS4CGG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="450" data-original-width="450" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiBM7-9aSUHwRY0aYscd0p8ntD7SAOnutiWC_5O0CC8rz2F40Pzf0iqu7slj_FqLvCAKTn2bRmqLl58UrCfpiSD9sOer1qtFGQoNML4laxaiSNF5zT18_B78n9j7MtyYlDCzrZ1Z2TtDOZo-ZdCKXl4lsL46a1vSOCvQxEOY-F8oy5f8ok1Sdk-LwYS4CGG=w200-h200" width="200" /></a><br /><br /><br /></p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">I
am a long time fan of Lynn H. Blackburn's writing, and this novel is
my favorite thus far. The romance between two wounded souls gives the
story the emotional element that bonds characters and readers. The
intense suspense is what grasps the readers' attention and keeps them
highly engaged. While some elements are likely only to occur in
books or movies, it doesn't spoil the heart of the story. <i>Never
Fall Again</i> is a multi-themed
book focusing most on emotional healing, healthy familial
relationships, and honoring God. These themes are well-developed
within this gripping tale.
</p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">I
am looking forward to the second book in Blackburn's <i>Gossamer
Falls</i> series, and am grateful to
have received a complimentary copy of this first book of the series
from Revell via NetGalley without obligation. All opinions expressed
here are my own. </p>Christian Fiction and Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11559989690241689763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3013403799670926545.post-32122296295794316832024-03-05T19:59:00.010-05:002024-03-05T20:29:36.214-05:00When the Waters Came by Candice Sue Patterson - A Book Review<p> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgrsFFddO3J6fRqIWzD8r9VQg5LUhIwkgJmHd_qzS2pJUE1Umy6ERF50L6rnDbhma6UGG4XZFsGvTvFuRoDKW6lweu9nUKvO2QuGQp0i76OnVK-UH5k9yh-97PeHzuGOJxPmJ9tcaCCTIYnbuD31dCiqQqFvT97YOisOEzm1NuZvVRpULbHoIlh7b-0Tvu4" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="328" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgrsFFddO3J6fRqIWzD8r9VQg5LUhIwkgJmHd_qzS2pJUE1Umy6ERF50L6rnDbhma6UGG4XZFsGvTvFuRoDKW6lweu9nUKvO2QuGQp0i76OnVK-UH5k9yh-97PeHzuGOJxPmJ9tcaCCTIYnbuD31dCiqQqFvT97YOisOEzm1NuZvVRpULbHoIlh7b-0Tvu4=w131-h200" width="131" /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg8Acu6XdDbZxUe8tRwikZgNqNAUTpCwZnVjq-I3bwTqSlgOcVPHlxHpzMCKBGUCUjVmvkuDwfKx0wOEXZk8d3BlZBkDt1pMz11VEZq6aKe1dtaM8TZTaRw5Y3kABVDq40hZ80fZOP1JRrqCxV5mA923RUeSsOLg2dUwVViQCUq929BALEPzf10goHidfyi" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="450" data-original-width="450" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg8Acu6XdDbZxUe8tRwikZgNqNAUTpCwZnVjq-I3bwTqSlgOcVPHlxHpzMCKBGUCUjVmvkuDwfKx0wOEXZk8d3BlZBkDt1pMz11VEZq6aKe1dtaM8TZTaRw5Y3kABVDq40hZ80fZOP1JRrqCxV5mA923RUeSsOLg2dUwVViQCUq929BALEPzf10goHidfyi=w200-h200" width="200" /></a></p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">I
read the second book in Barbour Publishing's <i>A Day to
Remember </i>series, and was so
touched by it that I had to go back and read the first book in the
series, <i>When the Waters Came</i>.
Like the second book, <i>When the Waters Came</i>
had me searching online for the details of the disaster, this one a
flood that struck Johnstown, Pennsylvania on May 31, 1889. The story
includes several historical characters including Clara Barton,
founder of the American Red Cross and Doctor Hamilton, Surgeon
General of the United States along with Henry Clay Frick and Andrew
Carnegie, members of the South Fork Fishing and Hunting Club. Many
blamed the club and its members for the collapse of its dam that
caused the flood. The two central fictional characters are Annamae
Worthington, A Red Cross nurse, and Pastor Monty Childs. The themes
of struggling with why God allows such devastation, the harm in
holding grudges and seeking vengeance, and forgiveness of those
deemed responsible are key to this disaster story as well as to
current disasters and the daily misfortunes of life.
</p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">I
highly recommend W<i>hen the Waters Came</i>,
and am grateful to have received a complimentary copy from Barbour
Publishing via NetGalley without obligation. This is a
well-researched novel with authentic sounding dialogue, and writing
that evokes vivid mental images. </p><p>
<br /><br /><br /></p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p>Christian Fiction and Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11559989690241689763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3013403799670926545.post-11674468815756783342024-03-01T17:19:00.002-05:002024-03-01T17:19:13.126-05:00<p> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhndboAUzi0bCB75eFb7Jzymo14ngFbsPD_HlLievnbcVwHhebVQzp7aOyBGwUmIKU13mA6bEtFnwM0FqMMT5aftofD1jsYdjwaHgFcJPstDWRAsjvqjY5EOU7MMZfocNHP15N7lLnOk0k4eyBBVgKXqZ_0kF4VlnssPT1RVCNV88SVgVazVPu-1B00VaAv" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="466" data-original-width="306" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhndboAUzi0bCB75eFb7Jzymo14ngFbsPD_HlLievnbcVwHhebVQzp7aOyBGwUmIKU13mA6bEtFnwM0FqMMT5aftofD1jsYdjwaHgFcJPstDWRAsjvqjY5EOU7MMZfocNHP15N7lLnOk0k4eyBBVgKXqZ_0kF4VlnssPT1RVCNV88SVgVazVPu-1B00VaAv=w132-h200" width="132" /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEioOz86LKG92P9LPaX51cO_7Sy9oc-Oz3SoYbw6KcuoKss4LbWwjjFosgfTjGra37TZyrtMy76JCxXrnpg-PHscJaXkgRHf-_q-89I9DJB74JAQi43IsnEx3w90Yq61na71Ll4vadoe4S7ggBea-pmCGJOhRPxDVYtk1Wo585nAWvHOju_nCMxL14hOl5y6" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="450" data-original-width="450" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEioOz86LKG92P9LPaX51cO_7Sy9oc-Oz3SoYbw6KcuoKss4LbWwjjFosgfTjGra37TZyrtMy76JCxXrnpg-PHscJaXkgRHf-_q-89I9DJB74JAQi43IsnEx3w90Yq61na71Ll4vadoe4S7ggBea-pmCGJOhRPxDVYtk1Wo585nAWvHOju_nCMxL14hOl5y6=w200-h200" width="200" /></a></p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">July
6, 1944 was a day to remember, but not for a happy reason, but rather
for a tragedy. It was on this day that 168 people died and more than
700 were injured in Hartford, Connecticut as a fire spread and
brought down a Ringling Brothers, and Barnum & Bailey Circus big
top. As horrible asa that was, it could have been so much worse at
6,000 to 8,000 people were in attendance. While Rhonda Dragomir tells
the story around her fictionalized characters, her research is
evident as she includes the events of that day, and honors some of
the victims by including parts of their stories. The emotions in this
story swing from deep relief to gut-wrenching grief, from stalwart
resolution to mind-numbing weakness. Readers will deeply empathize
with Evelyn Benson as she searches for her family, marvel at her
brother as he heroically saves lives, and root for Hank Webb as he
seeks to help Evelyn while he wrestles with his past. They will be
inspired by Bernice Riegel's selflessness as she offers all she has
to give.
</p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">This
novel spurred my interest in the original events of July 6, 1944, and
I found myself frequently researching online to learn more. I highly
recommend <i>When the Flames Ravaged</i>,
and am grateful to have received a complimentary copy from Barbour
Publishing via NetGalley without obligation. All opinions expressed
here are my own. </p><p>
<br /><br /><br /></p>Christian Fiction and Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11559989690241689763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3013403799670926545.post-22823948982202599882024-02-27T20:31:00.004-05:002024-02-27T20:31:46.894-05:00Trapped in Yosemite by Dana Mentink - A Book Review<p> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg4-Dakm9KixnF6nZb9puw6pE2dsjdFASlbDB-JuOJ-1zfFWbNe-h_21ZUVgPincf_TD4ynGX0V8eIB02zYWjaTEJYIVUjP6-gAyeAy3SSwwYWWbtG5en36MXZh6y5ZK448uTkD-M2HTSvLaZLyzOM1nbd2UbA4PLG4gdPEIo1tCUc4bDE3M0ytALsMc3_P" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="445" data-original-width="296" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg4-Dakm9KixnF6nZb9puw6pE2dsjdFASlbDB-JuOJ-1zfFWbNe-h_21ZUVgPincf_TD4ynGX0V8eIB02zYWjaTEJYIVUjP6-gAyeAy3SSwwYWWbtG5en36MXZh6y5ZK448uTkD-M2HTSvLaZLyzOM1nbd2UbA4PLG4gdPEIo1tCUc4bDE3M0ytALsMc3_P=w133-h200" width="133" /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEglgccK0WAJWXSRPN4bKzbmp7Yw07Cj2vtE7ObMLCi8pziFDbkIqK3l8Qwr_jHXkdqhKK50uFu9MeoyY_seq3uDcphT7fZfNhGGJQnfBte0WaxUrXaimu58yqoqKVoGO3yylSNF3FSiVDJww1TQAeNt33xNQ0UWKXVktNURDSoTmqMU4y80GzKDT3x_WVfo" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="450" data-original-width="450" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEglgccK0WAJWXSRPN4bKzbmp7Yw07Cj2vtE7ObMLCi8pziFDbkIqK3l8Qwr_jHXkdqhKK50uFu9MeoyY_seq3uDcphT7fZfNhGGJQnfBte0WaxUrXaimu58yqoqKVoGO3yylSNF3FSiVDJww1TQAeNt33xNQ0UWKXVktNURDSoTmqMU4y80GzKDT3x_WVfo=w200-h200" width="200" /></a></p><p><br /></p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">With
dozens of books to her name, surprisingly Dana Mentink is a new-to-me
author. I will be on the look out for her titles in the future.
<i>Trapped in Yosemite</i> is
a wonderful suspense novel. I don't usually like books in which the
romance develops too quickly, in this book that wasn't an issue as
Von Sharpe and Stella Rivers has once been engaged. That ended
eighteen months before an earthquake and a murderer threw them back
together. Finding their way in extreme circumstances and adjusting to
the changes that had occurred in their lives over their time apart
both helped and hindered in defining their new relationship, or if
there was ever to be a relationship. Being trapped at the Mountain
Dog Wilderness Guides Camp with dwindling resources, fractious
campers, and a murderer lurking about with his sights on Stella,
caused a roller coaster of emotions in both Von and Stella, and that
wasn't even the half of it! Mentink has written a believable suspense
story that highlights God's grace and His willingness to give
repentant people second chances, something we need to be willing to
do as well.
</p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">
</p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">I
am grateful to have received a complimentary copy of <i>Trapped
in Yosemite </i>from Harlequin via
NetGalley without obligation. All opinions expressed here are my own.</p><p>
<br /><br /></p>Christian Fiction and Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11559989690241689763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3013403799670926545.post-14578536474281320562024-02-24T12:43:00.001-05:002024-02-24T12:43:08.017-05:00Swindoll's Living Insights New Testament Commentary by Charles R. Swindoll<p> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhS9xqoS9wkI6Q80BeIouPikf-shSYt79D9iwbQoxWpg8UvxVewLaFd2E-HVN6jzh1fBHU4Lz6YOz1T7XBSSG-gydJ4J9lbePUmrH0ChuZ9C_AmZKXzKj9c7K3Pa9yzYieYyT0LqjQiivcgR3nprgPnx1rxXW4N4V1udO_tb4HIgPfugv2jO4-k6AAxeAPB" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="267" data-original-width="400" height="214" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhS9xqoS9wkI6Q80BeIouPikf-shSYt79D9iwbQoxWpg8UvxVewLaFd2E-HVN6jzh1fBHU4Lz6YOz1T7XBSSG-gydJ4J9lbePUmrH0ChuZ9C_AmZKXzKj9c7K3Pa9yzYieYyT0LqjQiivcgR3nprgPnx1rxXW4N4V1udO_tb4HIgPfugv2jO4-k6AAxeAPB" width="320" /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhBASQRMgtUHGGJP8rOCvFaaa1jvRsU5OU3CxUlubgdHM8JrOjo-udB5icpmF2vPkMQx7BkrpLGFSglMYcCRGjbTIZioHqPHt8kJXQq73GKsZC6n6UkVnPKJLqSh47RszzefDfdsAe3FDRvkh50AGAPallG-HkTJoiMfg0VaRfj6vMwMTJpxTtgQRdvexwX" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="232" data-original-width="166" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhBASQRMgtUHGGJP8rOCvFaaa1jvRsU5OU3CxUlubgdHM8JrOjo-udB5icpmF2vPkMQx7BkrpLGFSglMYcCRGjbTIZioHqPHt8kJXQq73GKsZC6n6UkVnPKJLqSh47RszzefDfdsAe3FDRvkh50AGAPallG-HkTJoiMfg0VaRfj6vMwMTJpxTtgQRdvexwX=w143-h200" width="143" /></a></p><p><br /></p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Typically
I consult commentaries when I am looking for more information on a
particular verse or section of Scripture. I recently read the book of
Revelation along with Charles Swindoll's commentary on that book. I
had read Revelation straight through many times, but I gleaned so
much more this time thanks to Swindoll's knowledge and his ability to
connect things together in ways I would never have seen on my own. I
was so excited about how this commentary enlightened my understanding
of this Scripture, and I had stopped so many times to share insights
with my husband, that we purchased the entire fifteen volume set of
this New Testament Commentary for both ourselves and one for our son
who is a pastor. I am now a little over halfway through the first
volume that covers Matthew Chapters One through Fifteen. My own grasp
of this book of the Bible was already greater than my understanding
of the symbolism and imagery of the book of Revelation, but I am
still excited about the new things I am learning. I highly recommend
this set of commentaries, and look forward to reading through the New
Testament with greater understanding compliments of Dr. Swindoll's
wonderful writing and teaching style.
</p><p><br /><br /></p>Christian Fiction and Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11559989690241689763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3013403799670926545.post-33331532747898395802024-02-08T21:51:00.005-05:002024-02-08T21:51:32.091-05:00One Wrong Move by Dani Pettrey - A Book Review<p> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiroui7PucGkmpjRqrII9mQPAmyRIb1NE0ZFYhY2XwoUIk9tHO1JsKztx6Hlo9pXoOZtgEtSSnn7k7r9LrCJQRKJ_krVr2cyttUKBO2Iez2xgIMoiVnhlDP3TmHvoydloA4qufm5xzbiZ6szQe7coqf5NMY5jppzJkBZv8eRNfyoLNxYkwdi0C7QOB8qNFy" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="445" data-original-width="288" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiroui7PucGkmpjRqrII9mQPAmyRIb1NE0ZFYhY2XwoUIk9tHO1JsKztx6Hlo9pXoOZtgEtSSnn7k7r9LrCJQRKJ_krVr2cyttUKBO2Iez2xgIMoiVnhlDP3TmHvoydloA4qufm5xzbiZ6szQe7coqf5NMY5jppzJkBZv8eRNfyoLNxYkwdi0C7QOB8qNFy=w129-h200" width="129" /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiVzn9MZL1DbD2rcYbbTZt8lArcTS-Ds_CoIU3XRbYJwen-KvpdjqGSna9lZ3H6tAvB-NgLv0DCxKTyQBsCgXDp82lEr06S0wiRIBsfbOGfxneAYjbaOLhWtmhqxeKeOTyrNkYRErKegpY0HqHkmuZLrCcY4fasvwsdeNarcMs7V4FtIrAaR_8x9Q4A64p9" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="450" data-original-width="450" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiVzn9MZL1DbD2rcYbbTZt8lArcTS-Ds_CoIU3XRbYJwen-KvpdjqGSna9lZ3H6tAvB-NgLv0DCxKTyQBsCgXDp82lEr06S0wiRIBsfbOGfxneAYjbaOLhWtmhqxeKeOTyrNkYRErKegpY0HqHkmuZLrCcY4fasvwsdeNarcMs7V4FtIrAaR_8x9Q4A64p9=w200-h200" width="200" /></a><br /></p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">One
insurance investigator, one FBI agent, four private investigators,
and two cases to solve make for an intense read. While two too-quick
romances don't always add up, in this case they are not greater than
the suspense so the reading pleasure is not decreased. Bullets are
flying everywhere, riddles are dropped as clues, and the
investigators travel by land, air, and sea. There is non-stop action
as the investigators divide to conquer. Themes of dealing with one's
past and forgiving those who caused much grief, even if one of those
people is oneself is well-developed. Readers see the contrast between
bitterness allowed to take root and becoming a new creature in
Christ.
</p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">I
highly recommend <i>One Wrong Move</i>
to fans of romantic suspense. I am grateful to have received a
complimentary copy from Bethany House via NetGalley without
obligation. All opinions expressed here are my own.</p><p>
<br /><br /></p>Christian Fiction and Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11559989690241689763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3013403799670926545.post-57928844782750139952024-02-08T20:54:00.000-05:002024-02-08T20:54:16.292-05:00Fatal Witness by Patricia Bradley - A Book Review<p> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEivpAokK28QeOA03OAJ3d1haaJ5H3uL1KeaiqWn9O8FUAEuzl22TNqT-ipEqxbqf06WNm8haNnfdEbQJt8SNvpoP2f18_B33nOrkb_EED6W6EpSFC60CbTvmUgv2l7XPCdh1qp0Ua-m34fat6Jwajtdtr1TanM3Rc0ALW4ezmeyRplUC9LtGMEpIhcLSeqS" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="466" data-original-width="302" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEivpAokK28QeOA03OAJ3d1haaJ5H3uL1KeaiqWn9O8FUAEuzl22TNqT-ipEqxbqf06WNm8haNnfdEbQJt8SNvpoP2f18_B33nOrkb_EED6W6EpSFC60CbTvmUgv2l7XPCdh1qp0Ua-m34fat6Jwajtdtr1TanM3Rc0ALW4ezmeyRplUC9LtGMEpIhcLSeqS=w130-h200" width="130" /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgRwq3lA1MktcgzCrOVDCWhsHEnky65VULrJANyhnU6lBm3JZjgyAN9zFLMAHSpwyDqlkBn_0yAdGcja7IYWWw9FWz07RKDubddAnAXnXfZxDrLBD6xJCz-i-VWyg9A47bxPmcVrABYw81zWIUvF3Z2HOFpb6MHwqJI4fyI8uGc1DbJxvfc6jjxhN-K2n7S" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="450" data-original-width="450" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgRwq3lA1MktcgzCrOVDCWhsHEnky65VULrJANyhnU6lBm3JZjgyAN9zFLMAHSpwyDqlkBn_0yAdGcja7IYWWw9FWz07RKDubddAnAXnXfZxDrLBD6xJCz-i-VWyg9A47bxPmcVrABYw81zWIUvF3Z2HOFpb6MHwqJI4fyI8uGc1DbJxvfc6jjxhN-K2n7S=w200-h200" width="200" /></a></p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Patricia
Bradley had me hooked by the end of the first paragraph. Danielle
Bennett AKA Dani Collins had a nine-year hole in her memory. A hole
that included anyone she had known and loved during the first nine
years of her life other than her Uncle Keith. Now circumstances were
lining up to pull her into that hole, and into a killer's sights.
</p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Once
again Bradley has woven a tale of mystery and suspense with plenty of
clues and misdirection. <i>Fatal Witness</i>
is a book that won't easily be laid aside. While the story includes a
touch of romance, it does not overshadow the suspense. While readers
may consider the correct character in the role of villain, it is
doubtful they will feel confident in that prediction until almost the
very end. Bradley shows herself to be a master of the plot twist, and
in doing so brings hours of reading pleasure.</p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">I
am grateful to have received a complimentary copy of <i>Fatal
Witness</i> from Revell via
NetGalley without obligation. All opinions expressed here are my own. </p><p>
<br /><br /><br /></p>Christian Fiction and Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11559989690241689763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3013403799670926545.post-30673218295732112442024-02-06T19:46:00.002-05:002024-02-06T19:46:27.210-05:00All My Secrets by Lynn Austin - A Book Review<p> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEijyilbdt9WRR47kiBbPDnHRkzfv3Ick3Jv-zUi4A9RIf0Hhn52xT6Bm2H1AHB989c1nrCn18juM1xUy1oVqGS1boaqfKpHXGCksZIhIwKzSaoGV0yI_CQFsWTmXzWEuFpDLOMbajZtHggKBGyzBDrLh5U-MHSzE57Dd-PRq35VurwSFrPWfkxFt_g2dUes" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="445" data-original-width="296" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEijyilbdt9WRR47kiBbPDnHRkzfv3Ick3Jv-zUi4A9RIf0Hhn52xT6Bm2H1AHB989c1nrCn18juM1xUy1oVqGS1boaqfKpHXGCksZIhIwKzSaoGV0yI_CQFsWTmXzWEuFpDLOMbajZtHggKBGyzBDrLh5U-MHSzE57Dd-PRq35VurwSFrPWfkxFt_g2dUes=w133-h200" width="133" /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj7F_FoTvRPaU_X7hWp8ZpdBIuKM5pDCHz8KdHg8G8bFOZZnscPekz8NEY3GMv-4foCTcmoj8ARXKx3eRMfmKJ0aGVrHoIdQbXEBjd5HYgI--yur8WgLD01LOJOneVcrZIrY6fLIERp3HtBvbjD9cE2ZCDnFCPhGHsbiyiB3wqi-cXueN8ft6xQcSu85NIw" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="450" data-original-width="450" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj7F_FoTvRPaU_X7hWp8ZpdBIuKM5pDCHz8KdHg8G8bFOZZnscPekz8NEY3GMv-4foCTcmoj8ARXKx3eRMfmKJ0aGVrHoIdQbXEBjd5HYgI--yur8WgLD01LOJOneVcrZIrY6fLIERp3HtBvbjD9cE2ZCDnFCPhGHsbiyiB3wqi-cXueN8ft6xQcSu85NIw=w200-h200" width="200" /></a></p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Adelaide
Stanhope had always lived the privileged life of the Gilded Age high
society, that is, until her father's untimely death and the
restrictions placed on the family's wealth by her great grandfather's
will. Now there are hard choices to be made, choices made more
difficult by the vastly different opinions of her mother and
grandmother. The lives of these three women change as they learn many
lessons over the next year, lessons readers of each of the story's
represented generations could learn from as well.
</p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">This
novel focuses on priorities: allowing them to be formed for us or
choosing to form them on our own, determining what position one
should have within their own priorities, and contemplating where and
how God's will impacts one's priorities. These are meaty questions,
ones Lynn Austin masterfully walks her characters through as they
negotiate their changing circumstances. A secondary theme of how to
live with or to move on from mistakes and hard feelings is equally
well-handled. The story is beautifully written and is as entertaining
as it is thought-provoking.</p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">I
am grateful to have received a complimentary copy of <i>All My
Secrets</i> from Tyndale via
NetGalley without obligation. All opinions expressed here are my own.</p><p>
<br /><br /><br /></p>Christian Fiction and Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11559989690241689763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3013403799670926545.post-15399755325440144032024-02-01T19:47:00.003-05:002024-02-01T19:49:45.740-05:00What I Promise You by Liz Tolsma - A Book Review<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEggxd9RQR2rEfMpLvj3OARDQCmpsB71H-UocHHCfSrhR_1Kkh2Kh-twnDTj9zQiqm4Jg6OOgqN2b_qPIMqam3QOwxfI4N_O2aKd5Qfkq5pSVSxL8mK5YITFMEVp7cucNuZmycSKrqOA3UQzXylr6fBWwcd2B8_c1_vD1CyTi9HVdZ9uk59qqcjMhOjUf5_M" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="329" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEggxd9RQR2rEfMpLvj3OARDQCmpsB71H-UocHHCfSrhR_1Kkh2Kh-twnDTj9zQiqm4Jg6OOgqN2b_qPIMqam3QOwxfI4N_O2aKd5Qfkq5pSVSxL8mK5YITFMEVp7cucNuZmycSKrqOA3UQzXylr6fBWwcd2B8_c1_vD1CyTi9HVdZ9uk59qqcjMhOjUf5_M=w132-h200" width="132" /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj9MHnkTFdOpYN7rwOkpWx8A7ZwlCpTysVehOMQo5Rn-P6BevnNb7bhlhREnmhNUnakfsGychTLYt8YibVnIFelh4k7L2TNb_07MFzOmnEbYQQzxp9REHH7-V0k91LqW4yZPihtq8ygZZboZR83_rf-fmrz2s7__f3rl3S-Icqm-EZ8ppuaGgKutuulGBKN" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="450" data-original-width="450" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj9MHnkTFdOpYN7rwOkpWx8A7ZwlCpTysVehOMQo5Rn-P6BevnNb7bhlhREnmhNUnakfsGychTLYt8YibVnIFelh4k7L2TNb_07MFzOmnEbYQQzxp9REHH7-V0k91LqW4yZPihtq8ygZZboZR83_rf-fmrz2s7__f3rl3S-Icqm-EZ8ppuaGgKutuulGBKN=w200-h200" width="200" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div></div><p></p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: arial;">This
is Liz Tolsma's second book in her <i>Echoes of the Past
</i>series. Each of the books works
as a stand-alone read with no crossover storylines or characters, but
I would highly recommend reading the first book, <i>What I
Would Tell You</i>, because it is a
wonderful read. <i>What I Promise You </i>is
a slower-paced story. At first I was thinking the author could have
omitted the middle timeline, but realized at the end of the book how
that timeline actually pulled everything together. The earliest
timeline, set in the early 1940s, tells the story of No<span>émie
Treves, a secular Jewish woman, following her imprisonment at Camp de
Rivesaltes in Vichy France. Noémie loses everything through the
Nazi's cruelty, even her identity. Through the work of two Christian
women, her life was spared, but would she be able to truly live life
again? In the 2022 timeline Caitlyn Laurent struggles to cope with
her best friend's death as she tries to live out the goals they had
intended to achieve together. While her life was spared in the
automobile accident, would she truly live her own life, or was she
destined to live the life Lindsey had wanted to live? </span>
</span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: arial;">The
themes of finding and living one's calling, adapting to life's
unexpected circumstances, and trusting God's plans for one's future
are all explored within these two ladies' stories. While I cannot say
this is my favorite Liz Tolsma story, I can say that it is
well-researched and well-written, and I recommend it to fans of
historical fiction. I am grateful to have received a complimentary
copy from Barbour Publishing via NetGalley without obligation. All
opinions expressed here are my own.</span></p><br /></div><br /><br /></div><p><br /> </p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p>Christian Fiction and Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11559989690241689763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3013403799670926545.post-33857655151906464792024-01-23T19:42:00.005-05:002024-01-23T19:42:36.891-05:00The Foxhole Victory Tour by Amy Lynn Green - A Book Review<p> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhgo4tXZj2gkH04c1jfjSA-HFA0Q40s5Ovca02d_oM57x4megGctETSSSe-tFZl6HA-0eXQzy-HFT5GjlE8tdhKLjEFDbDCrKwgLrkWowAHlGPyZZb6TVAirE6WqmrNJYR2oDEYbqBldDALHsiP8KGHPRazmn-tJOIBQgCZxJn1o8Nt_1toSCwuG4a227AS" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="445" data-original-width="288" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhgo4tXZj2gkH04c1jfjSA-HFA0Q40s5Ovca02d_oM57x4megGctETSSSe-tFZl6HA-0eXQzy-HFT5GjlE8tdhKLjEFDbDCrKwgLrkWowAHlGPyZZb6TVAirE6WqmrNJYR2oDEYbqBldDALHsiP8KGHPRazmn-tJOIBQgCZxJn1o8Nt_1toSCwuG4a227AS=w129-h200" width="129" /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj0ZW8lV3tdoXvtEYyQIHgHMjU3iAro60H3mu6SG35VQzfSNyNM5zbvSaZfQZTxKfYpa3XOECtI05VvF_0pdYJ1Q_2Y5ndm14zWpBfYClgCHpMzplfgT-UGLH0f0w0llFU1V0Cz2Mk_DGVUCmKkYKEGNay8tlON9famVqehnPETJ1kfA2_dUEZidrddH_WH" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="450" data-original-width="450" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj0ZW8lV3tdoXvtEYyQIHgHMjU3iAro60H3mu6SG35VQzfSNyNM5zbvSaZfQZTxKfYpa3XOECtI05VvF_0pdYJ1Q_2Y5ndm14zWpBfYClgCHpMzplfgT-UGLH0f0w0llFU1V0Cz2Mk_DGVUCmKkYKEGNay8tlON9famVqehnPETJ1kfA2_dUEZidrddH_WH=w200-h200" width="200" /></a></p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><i>The Foxhole Victory Tour</i>
is much different that any of the other World War II era books I have
read. Rather than focusing on what was occurring in Europe, this
story focuses on the members of a USO troupe touring in North Africa.
The author examines their motives for joining the troupe and the
evolution of the relationships among the members. Character
development if key to the story, and well done by the author Amy Lynn
Green. She also very adeptly immerses her readers in the settings
from a Minneapolis performance hall to the streets of Casablanca,
Morocco. The plot moves along at a slow, steady pace. Some readers
may be wishing for a bit of intrigue, but if they stay with the sweet
story, there are memorable moments and lessons to be learned.
</p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">I
am grateful to have received a complimentary copy of <i>The
Foxhole Victory Tour</i> from
Bethany House via NetGalley without obligation. All opinions
expressed here are my own. </p><p>
<br /><br /><br /></p>Christian Fiction and Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11559989690241689763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3013403799670926545.post-36580175776811268892024-01-13T20:32:00.000-05:002024-01-13T20:32:03.111-05:00Double Take by Lynette Eason - A Book Review<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj4pd4wVc2ACcYd3Rm8aR18fOcFQl9A1xghB2eKxWMcXKg17OquM3RNVuW0fNHlQZmtnLqg1HphnrSNds5qJomH101F55W5NuWbLDQkV3ulfjILKum8LBzEtGiEB7q4H9R8ZOa_kdYHauYapKQnj7bA-3vaZKHi2XkGqXBN0oYo4fCil7EOF0ptgTLut7EQ" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="445" data-original-width="288" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj4pd4wVc2ACcYd3Rm8aR18fOcFQl9A1xghB2eKxWMcXKg17OquM3RNVuW0fNHlQZmtnLqg1HphnrSNds5qJomH101F55W5NuWbLDQkV3ulfjILKum8LBzEtGiEB7q4H9R8ZOa_kdYHauYapKQnj7bA-3vaZKHi2XkGqXBN0oYo4fCil7EOF0ptgTLut7EQ=w129-h200" width="129" /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiwqBDET4EA4ULSwwiyDq3vZEh36Gw--BOugvTeKR9QEzBg9aToTvHI8h1i9EhCaYTOFHji595Dvz-pOFtppdOINu8hfAqMR9VashAIDYPc_RSliXn6eXGJtYqvHgmBY7euHmkS1tTsrsiFhyCPxwWJD5McseM4ugy53AqxYVB8_I2u-GJ3kzAV5BEcfDwd" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="450" data-original-width="450" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiwqBDET4EA4ULSwwiyDq3vZEh36Gw--BOugvTeKR9QEzBg9aToTvHI8h1i9EhCaYTOFHji595Dvz-pOFtppdOINu8hfAqMR9VashAIDYPc_RSliXn6eXGJtYqvHgmBY7euHmkS1tTsrsiFhyCPxwWJD5McseM4ugy53AqxYVB8_I2u-GJ3kzAV5BEcfDwd=w200-h200" width="200" /></a></div></div><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiMOs7cVm9B5ae5y5rndxvf1UBfUXDUj9_3UnSsSvLumu23DwYMxYv6RwGFzYaZ7sOeFbUM9OpFjfWoq7uQ6jWX5sROiz6hvneEyPQ80w0li6VJoe_lncQHg6M8fwCDXxBfdkuMbk2A5ssloEnKmV5FLcEWguCw1vaIbg7RY3ciuI7U20xU5xO7CyvEmwYp" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"></a><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Wow!
This romantic suspense story has so many twists and turns, it almost
makes one's head hurt. Just when you think you've got things figured
out, you don't, or at least not quite in the way you thought, but
then maybe you do, or not...and so it continues. Lynette Eason fans
are going to be thrilled with this latest book, and it's kind of cool
that she gave a shout out to fellow romantic suspense author Lynn H.
Blackburn.</p>
<p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Laine
Jackson is questioning just how severe her PTSD has become when she
begins to see someone who appears to be her dead ex-fiance lurking
about. She knows it can't be him, after all she is the one who killed
him! Detective James Cross, who also deals with PTSD following his
honorable discharged from the military, had always thought of Laine
as just one of his sister's friends, but she had changed in his
absence. Now he feels drawn to her, and drawn to protect her, but
from whom? Reader's will greatly enjoy finding out the answer to that
question.</p>
<p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">I
am very grateful to have received a complimentary copy of <i>Double
Take</i> from Revell via NetGalley
without obligation. All opinions expressed here are my own. </p><br /><br /></div><br /><br /></div>Christian Fiction and Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11559989690241689763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3013403799670926545.post-67586212454298838712024-01-09T21:19:00.002-05:002024-01-09T21:19:09.469-05:00Stories That Bind Us by Susiie Finkbeiner - A Book Review<p> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiOUTeY1kUw99X0nkynxFU7dNeona8jI9tJrYvbRYoOVNTzb8RhjUhGVYrEgziUI-R7ALB036_27hLkBdNEGMz8mJuJHqK48jfztv7-8Y2w4M1RlWwUjMASpTJs4gmoG7gXNtH5THMeoxBjTyj0d6JfPdm5z8GMWHBJprXxp17EOTo8SmAhgozDKm67koNU" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="327" data-original-width="212" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiOUTeY1kUw99X0nkynxFU7dNeona8jI9tJrYvbRYoOVNTzb8RhjUhGVYrEgziUI-R7ALB036_27hLkBdNEGMz8mJuJHqK48jfztv7-8Y2w4M1RlWwUjMASpTJs4gmoG7gXNtH5THMeoxBjTyj0d6JfPdm5z8GMWHBJprXxp17EOTo8SmAhgozDKm67koNU=w130-h200" width="130" /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjfCxwvtUpGtKnowRjoHZB0aM77MyM40U7EHkFitnCgnbgvSI2MrZZv4NMxdNsLgfZBJ4-TIFYXBn0r_4fbdGTxbn2n0JfkyGf_UpT0vHICoqTIfeAHS0VSnsTcNKAJw9af6q0GDFB2iwfNeTUYKPh9Png0G51FxJrwr1gRg5u9Oy6PTnVSeOalLEVnbDKe" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="450" data-original-width="450" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjfCxwvtUpGtKnowRjoHZB0aM77MyM40U7EHkFitnCgnbgvSI2MrZZv4NMxdNsLgfZBJ4-TIFYXBn0r_4fbdGTxbn2n0JfkyGf_UpT0vHICoqTIfeAHS0VSnsTcNKAJw9af6q0GDFB2iwfNeTUYKPh9Png0G51FxJrwr1gRg5u9Oy6PTnVSeOalLEVnbDKe=w200-h200" width="200" /></a></p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">I
was excited to find one of Susie Finkbeiner's books that I had not
known about. We purchased one for me and three for gifts. I truly
hope those that received one as a gift enjoy <i>Stories That
Bind Us</i> as much as I did. The
story is set in the early 1960s, but many of the events are
indicative of that entire decade. It is interesting to read
historical fiction that overlaps one's own childhood. It was also
interesting to know that myself and one of the gift recipients would
read it through a much different lens than the other two recipients.
The wonderful thing is that the important themes of this book will
resonate with all generations.
</p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Susie
Finkbeiner crafts beautiful, poignant stories centering around
believable, relatable characters experiencing real world events.
While <i>Stories That Bind Us</i>
revolves around civil rights and the Vietnam War era, the theme of
mental health dominates the story. Finkbeiner's writing skills make
it very easy for readers to walk with Betty Sweet through life's
beauty and adversity. They will admire Betty's ability to create just
the right story to explain life's events and to encourage herself and
her nephew. Readers, too, will be encouraged.</p><p>
<br /><br /><br /></p>Christian Fiction and Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11559989690241689763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3013403799670926545.post-63423456319741856912024-01-09T19:36:00.006-05:002024-01-09T19:36:34.477-05:00The Seamstress of Acadie by Laura Frantz - A Book Review<p> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhcRTn2h_ZzO62flaNBoRn4FtF5_-3NHU9Xpdij_c5nl_JenplWV03tm2ys8RJdd8Pc7FdbEteOJ87YqKcJkQs4ztUug9vhRrW-Ht4YRe71gT_cqSLRD58jV5BK2_Vkt247AnGDxkW7YXyQ4RCo2TMGa3tHsFF49SJhmLiJNEcWjh47c-IkND8qIonCPbII" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="595" data-original-width="385" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhcRTn2h_ZzO62flaNBoRn4FtF5_-3NHU9Xpdij_c5nl_JenplWV03tm2ys8RJdd8Pc7FdbEteOJ87YqKcJkQs4ztUug9vhRrW-Ht4YRe71gT_cqSLRD58jV5BK2_Vkt247AnGDxkW7YXyQ4RCo2TMGa3tHsFF49SJhmLiJNEcWjh47c-IkND8qIonCPbII=w129-h200" width="129" /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhV9hRgbRI6QhnixbNLbuXgWHs_L-fC1JVNC3tt9h-3ym1dkzGaawr2EU7z-q1DaLVkfIS78D6kL53c2qGmEkME0uJAi3CCyvFpN2q0mUgXDvEPsfFrkC9ssP03DD9VnooH7zvw-gVCK_cBDL5FuBjzA-XODncmFvWAB_WY4y915tc6aOkoaxrfi82vplwI" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="450" data-original-width="450" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhV9hRgbRI6QhnixbNLbuXgWHs_L-fC1JVNC3tt9h-3ym1dkzGaawr2EU7z-q1DaLVkfIS78D6kL53c2qGmEkME0uJAi3CCyvFpN2q0mUgXDvEPsfFrkC9ssP03DD9VnooH7zvw-gVCK_cBDL5FuBjzA-XODncmFvWAB_WY4y915tc6aOkoaxrfi82vplwI=w200-h200" width="200" /></a></p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">I
really enjoy Laura Frantz's historical fiction stories, but my
favorites are those set in and around Williamsburg. The female
characters who ply a trade are most interesting whether it be a
lighthouse keeper, lacemaker, chocolatier, or, as in this book, a
seamstress. Sylvie Galant lived in Acadie, modern day Nova Scotia, in
the mid-1700s, serving as a seamstress to the French Fort Beaus<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;">é</span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;">jour.
She and her family fall victim to the eviction of Acadians by the
English, in spite of their neutrality in the conflict with the
French. The story tells of Sylvie's life after she and a few fellow
Acadians were rescued when the ship they were placed on foundered in
a storm off the Virginia coast. Frantz admittedly has written in some
key characters who treat the Acadians as they should have been
treated rather than as most Virginians treated them in actuality.
That is the beauty of historical fiction, sometimes we can view
events through a lens of what ifs. Of course the story includes a
touch of romance with a brave hero, Major William Blackburn, a man of
integrity and the conviction to do the right thing.</span></p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;">I
give </span><i><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;">The
Seamstress of Acadie</span></i><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;">
five stars and am grateful to have received a complimentary copy from
Revell via NetGalley without obligation. All opinions expressed here
are my own. </span></p><p>
<br /><br /><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><br /></div><br /><br /></div><p></p>Christian Fiction and Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11559989690241689763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3013403799670926545.post-65650968207800243122024-01-02T15:03:00.002-05:002024-01-02T15:03:38.807-05:00Fragile Designs by Colleen Coble - A Book Review<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhPoA975JP-HRaRH-aeSayWSrSgkClOyKdj5-k7yg1yGkAm6zYAsV2cVMKzj1VLPpXVe3KEYly1Zg62Sl9ouwlsuKmMOx1lVuIDNALUYsI0ozvfBOnS6M0d3I19vXq8ocTOjzlCEvQ5uY9xf3bw67DQLDxQKO1KsmlLpAdjc8SN8kVo8Kgg36mdzpqZDRU9" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="400" data-original-width="263" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhPoA975JP-HRaRH-aeSayWSrSgkClOyKdj5-k7yg1yGkAm6zYAsV2cVMKzj1VLPpXVe3KEYly1Zg62Sl9ouwlsuKmMOx1lVuIDNALUYsI0ozvfBOnS6M0d3I19vXq8ocTOjzlCEvQ5uY9xf3bw67DQLDxQKO1KsmlLpAdjc8SN8kVo8Kgg36mdzpqZDRU9=w132-h200" width="132" /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEil9fukVIo7d7w-XApFrqSsc_QjJ942soH8EGoQ1iuZjtjYrqvaFwQKq9xTQ3U-dRCfhkVyRCrc42nqKt-_xT54uxKIU3JwCj6lyc4RpOvCl2eTtUt4YFgaFXnmKE4BGPbpIZeygODwZGYD6W4O9eawB_kjvthiJCLct3U7tUIFmUUFXgo9S24WQRCLxdaW" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="450" data-original-width="450" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEil9fukVIo7d7w-XApFrqSsc_QjJ942soH8EGoQ1iuZjtjYrqvaFwQKq9xTQ3U-dRCfhkVyRCrc42nqKt-_xT54uxKIU3JwCj6lyc4RpOvCl2eTtUt4YFgaFXnmKE4BGPbpIZeygODwZGYD6W4O9eawB_kjvthiJCLct3U7tUIFmUUFXgo9S24WQRCLxdaW=w200-h200" width="200" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><i>Fragile Designs</i>
has a wonderful plot including a missing Faberg<span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;">é</span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;">
egg, murders and attempted murders, break-ins, and a kidnapping.
Coble has created interesting characters that readers will root for:
Carly, a young widow; Lucas, the police officer that lives next door;
Mary, Carly's boho wearing grandmother; and many more. Where this
story lost one of its stars from my review was in the details that
did not line up with one another, or that did not line up with how
the real world works, a pet peeve of mine. If you are looking for a
quick read with lots of action, and are not one to get bogged down in
the small details, this will be a great choice for you. </span>
</p>
<p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;">I
am grateful to have received a complimentary copy of </span><i><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;">Fragile
Designs</span></i><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;">
from Thomas Nelson via NetGalley without obligation. All opinions
expressed here are my own. </span></p><br /></div><br /><br /></div><br /></div><br /><br />Christian Fiction and Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11559989690241689763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3013403799670926545.post-39953267848415864832023-12-31T20:13:00.002-05:002023-12-31T20:13:26.513-05:00Rescuing You by Robin Patchen - A Book Review<p> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEghxNij2ZEpTCG8Eh56Auj18fYTfj_xAGwBynxPFY6-uESKFbyPRa-Tv5DT5TErBR0OuG6P7kuF9ydbYK7nFBwATesL3VtgWAr6ZInQ5ttJPlJFNTp9GRUM-mse_h8F-9qR5uhcCkOwAbsPQNEFL9SugEd67xrpTKyU5B4DfYNw6txjTcvd6rltFpyb5bZn" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="327" data-original-width="215" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEghxNij2ZEpTCG8Eh56Auj18fYTfj_xAGwBynxPFY6-uESKFbyPRa-Tv5DT5TErBR0OuG6P7kuF9ydbYK7nFBwATesL3VtgWAr6ZInQ5ttJPlJFNTp9GRUM-mse_h8F-9qR5uhcCkOwAbsPQNEFL9SugEd67xrpTKyU5B4DfYNw6txjTcvd6rltFpyb5bZn=w132-h200" width="132" /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi0JsQO8D0lOyMNugS1TvwlcEMGX5QT8Ebh-byP6Fc4JeEBBSWhKvUsMqpSNCrqO44UsW1Z2wyvdGPp3rbdXZTRSt1_dkMk8ae8MagkObZirjK6_82lpyyXSCKfh8ceypmQSkBy5AlXaTH3RzWe93u02ccoyfyb79X-GkOsAtjcrYBqcKDbPhzylSjSBFml" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="450" data-original-width="450" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi0JsQO8D0lOyMNugS1TvwlcEMGX5QT8Ebh-byP6Fc4JeEBBSWhKvUsMqpSNCrqO44UsW1Z2wyvdGPp3rbdXZTRSt1_dkMk8ae8MagkObZirjK6_82lpyyXSCKfh8ceypmQSkBy5AlXaTH3RzWe93u02ccoyfyb79X-GkOsAtjcrYBqcKDbPhzylSjSBFml=w200-h200" width="200" /></a></p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">I
am a longtime fan of Robin Patchen. This is her best book yet! I can
only imagine the research that went into preparing to write <i>Rescuing
You</i>, the latest installment in
her <i>The Wright Heroes of Maine</i>
series. This book has a multi-nation setting, and follows Michael
Wright's mission to rescue his kidnapped girlfriend who is of Iraqi
descent. The story is truly action-packed, original, and
unpredictable. While romantic suspense stories often lack realism,
this story as a sense of authenticity, which I greatly appreciate.
The theme of trust, trusting God and trusting others to have our best
interest at heart is well-developed against a backdrop of danger.
Robin includes just the right amount of romance, never overwhelming
the suspense.</p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">I
give this book five stars, and am grateful to have received a
complimentary copy from the author without obligation. </p><p>
<br /><br /><br /></p>Christian Fiction and Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11559989690241689763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3013403799670926545.post-77367284982176974882023-12-26T19:03:00.002-05:002023-12-26T19:03:30.299-05:00The Paris Housekeeper by Renee Ryan - A Book Review<p> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgbjssqsfxMimCKEdSGwTGZoWM8gCni0Y37rGNECoNLwbevQa_sRE6z2icK6nV8H4NPbrv3nmh9jvxRKB4A1dI9KQJ_oQQHiwCuccYLbtbx8OlE9CORlUE74m0tC2_J08iGg4al6XDBbKl80TmK6DvjdlZf7YbDPxoZuDZ1ol4ws27F-6XNMxhMDk-d74pq" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="445" data-original-width="296" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgbjssqsfxMimCKEdSGwTGZoWM8gCni0Y37rGNECoNLwbevQa_sRE6z2icK6nV8H4NPbrv3nmh9jvxRKB4A1dI9KQJ_oQQHiwCuccYLbtbx8OlE9CORlUE74m0tC2_J08iGg4al6XDBbKl80TmK6DvjdlZf7YbDPxoZuDZ1ol4ws27F-6XNMxhMDk-d74pq=w133-h200" width="133" /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhvVZ0ks4_MbyqEOrRjF5BSIzhcQyVacgZkui59noQUqwgRngZoP5a21t5D6cvOwbwpRkPKOo_mRd3wRKOxftuhMnCxYpewG3u4CBd0MqCjo-iBYpZ0rHlkuapneeulg0tV8rlV8piBJhNBUF-fQEhNuzh19XUFNAWk4LAS_u1MA-cd5ihARqUjNIOsKkNK" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="450" data-original-width="450" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhvVZ0ks4_MbyqEOrRjF5BSIzhcQyVacgZkui59noQUqwgRngZoP5a21t5D6cvOwbwpRkPKOo_mRd3wRKOxftuhMnCxYpewG3u4CBd0MqCjo-iBYpZ0rHlkuapneeulg0tV8rlV8piBJhNBUF-fQEhNuzh19XUFNAWk4LAS_u1MA-cd5ihARqUjNIOsKkNK=w200-h200" width="200" /></a></p><p>I
read a lot of WWII fiction, and find this novel by Renee Ryan to be
truly inspired and original. It is a story of the intertwined lives
of three women living in Paris from 1940 to 1942. One is a beautiful,
wealthy American widow, another a young French chambermaid working at
the Hotel Ritz, and the last a young Jewish woman also employed at
the Ritz. The French chambermaid, Camille Lacroix, orchestrates
events, however unintentionally, which tie these three lives
together. While historic events such as the June, 1942 Vel d'Hiv
roundup are mentioned, with the author relying on the reader's
historical knowledge, the story remains focused on these women, their
relationships, the choices they make, and the impact they have on one
another.</p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">This
novel is very well-written. Readers can not help but become
emotionally involved with the three leading characters. This
investment may cost the reader heartache and tears along the way. The
ending will not be happy for all of the characters, but good can come
out of even the saddest of events.</p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">I
highly recommend <i>The Paris Housekeeper</i>,
and am grateful to have received a complimentary copy from Harlequin
via NetGalley without obligation. All opinions expressed here are my
own.</p><p>
<br /><br /><br /></p>Christian Fiction and Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11559989690241689763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3013403799670926545.post-53439668877519741432023-12-11T14:23:00.001-05:002023-12-11T14:23:23.201-05:00A Winter by the Sea by Julie Klassen - A Book Review<p> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgLOarYKKgVCSPF4-qlAtlbY8srbqi6TAPOaBTajr5VyvnA6J6H-PXVD5Yqe9akNEeJjnqT9ywPKwcfRrfz8lgRC2WgwOFp8T5kb-kSlKxL842EUvBvmual-9MPEFgBfXKnsKqmJyYTDqssX16CrVO2buDrs4Ry6LBY8V2v5CQ6yr1nRT6giULkKmlwNRjt" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="214" data-original-width="139" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgLOarYKKgVCSPF4-qlAtlbY8srbqi6TAPOaBTajr5VyvnA6J6H-PXVD5Yqe9akNEeJjnqT9ywPKwcfRrfz8lgRC2WgwOFp8T5kb-kSlKxL842EUvBvmual-9MPEFgBfXKnsKqmJyYTDqssX16CrVO2buDrs4Ry6LBY8V2v5CQ6yr1nRT6giULkKmlwNRjt=w130-h200" width="130" /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgFVUIjckB6TzKhMO6upK1dIqmg9edc5Jf9nuVohhJn82ZknHeUCqNSqjNyRsapCLRctLh11uO4gjH9fzPAXJDV--HZJKMjLPXZ4-rNMYENLzMfQxIzsLw6BwFWxHt-G0_KyQSekaMfXrFqecgzr-lA5H5r6cs8TBLvR_mluL2b1qPM6ZUKvJm9_vbjDdwG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="266" data-original-width="177" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgFVUIjckB6TzKhMO6upK1dIqmg9edc5Jf9nuVohhJn82ZknHeUCqNSqjNyRsapCLRctLh11uO4gjH9fzPAXJDV--HZJKMjLPXZ4-rNMYENLzMfQxIzsLw6BwFWxHt-G0_KyQSekaMfXrFqecgzr-lA5H5r6cs8TBLvR_mluL2b1qPM6ZUKvJm9_vbjDdwG=w133-h200" width="133" /></a></p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">This
is Klassen's second book in her <i>On Devonshire Shores</i>
series. It is just as delightful as the first. It is interesting to
see how women of the early 1800s, both with and without the support
of the men in their lives, worked to step out of gender defined
roles. Emily longs to be an author, but society looks down on this.
She also longs to be a wife and mother. Will she have to choose
between her two dreams or between two men? Emily's sister, Sarah, has
taken the lead in running the family's guest house after their
reduced circumstances. Only recently has she become open to the
possibility of love in her life after the death of her fiance. Will
she find that with the Duke of Kent's assistant cook and pastry chef?
</p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">It
was also very interesting to read about the lifestyle of the Duke of
Kent's family as well as the medical care of the day. Add in a bit of
mystery involving the Duke's keeper of the plate, and you have a
story that will hold your interest from cover to cover.
</p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">I
am grateful to have received a complimentary copy of this very
well-researched and well-written book from Bethany House Publishers
via NetGalley without obligation. All opinions expressed here are my
own.</p><p>
<br /><br /><br /></p>Christian Fiction and Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11559989690241689763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3013403799670926545.post-37928038005684128342023-12-05T10:41:00.007-05:002023-12-05T10:41:44.082-05:00Emerald Heart by Grace Greene - A Book Review<p> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhGXWHTUzW7BBA_7rHVxwN5pasho9gyvZWW0oQ40CTwmwDNwu-JtTbpjnFkh5mTf8ucr0qJbiUBrlMsoX701eMAP8f2Y52r7uIHsEzbsVdOBch4wMn6M1dlta2kzm8c9CuS6ZlI03n3l-XmjhtM8CNelVOgNloW-uGEWBSWJh7r646o-Z_gptl9aqUZVZAN" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="329" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhGXWHTUzW7BBA_7rHVxwN5pasho9gyvZWW0oQ40CTwmwDNwu-JtTbpjnFkh5mTf8ucr0qJbiUBrlMsoX701eMAP8f2Y52r7uIHsEzbsVdOBch4wMn6M1dlta2kzm8c9CuS6ZlI03n3l-XmjhtM8CNelVOgNloW-uGEWBSWJh7r646o-Z_gptl9aqUZVZAN=w132-h200" width="132" /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj4QqxzXlsfhIWpS9hm6h47UEHURA-mqTbw9foBdbOrd-kjpg-1v25I0lvOLxRUsJoOse1UJIAIVKIOJPEFls6teLA2hwF3mdrtDL5kMfxBwExVvtxd8t-fXsHNlJ98IKK4UL97sU2DQ3HkdeOTpIv4i72RLcsQDKbDaD4SOhyzQtSd-8gAOPo0wcmYNNKL" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="589" data-original-width="589" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj4QqxzXlsfhIWpS9hm6h47UEHURA-mqTbw9foBdbOrd-kjpg-1v25I0lvOLxRUsJoOse1UJIAIVKIOJPEFls6teLA2hwF3mdrtDL5kMfxBwExVvtxd8t-fXsHNlJ98IKK4UL97sU2DQ3HkdeOTpIv4i72RLcsQDKbDaD4SOhyzQtSd-8gAOPo0wcmYNNKL=w200-h200" width="200" /></a></p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Grace
Greene's books always evoke intense emotional responses from her
readers. Her writing style is slow paced which ideally fits her
stories and allows for deep character development. Her stories are
designed to develop empathy with her characters in their struggles,
and to then to help one deal with their own struggles or the
struggles of others within their sphere of influence. <i>Emerald
Heart</i> is a story of grief, grief
that has lingered on for too long. It is a story about moving forward
past the many obstacles and hurdles that stand in the way. It is a
story that will likely hit close to home to those of a certain age,
those who realize that type of grief is getting closer to being their
own reality, as well as those who have, at whatever age, already
encountered the loss of one or more of those dearest to their heart.
Grace Greene does not shy away from the tough stuff, nor does she
leave us there. She shines a light on possibilities, on healthy
choices, and on realizing that memories are rooted in our hearts not
places or things.
</p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">I
am grateful to have received a complimentary copy of this book from
the author without obligation. All opinions expressed here are my
own. </p><p>
<br /></p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /><br /></p>Christian Fiction and Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11559989690241689763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3013403799670926545.post-56136421835698783382023-12-01T20:38:00.006-05:002023-12-01T20:38:42.823-05:00The Juliet Code by Pepper Basham - A Book Review<p> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh820vPDbtu1Tcv29ozxNWClD3-bCX1LmpWub25iyUgD27NRGxax7NhPkGO3bDWfiSQYJUuxb-XdgkmNQnybiqnQ_UcGZafsKHk1jyjJkwbC6oFcnsGfaBzrKINQBG0kT-qJw1iL3ODVz26bIgm33zOUw2J7twBc6cKKDPTqY-9gvqvl0XnPlZ7rVUSEvAJ" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="400" data-original-width="263" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh820vPDbtu1Tcv29ozxNWClD3-bCX1LmpWub25iyUgD27NRGxax7NhPkGO3bDWfiSQYJUuxb-XdgkmNQnybiqnQ_UcGZafsKHk1jyjJkwbC6oFcnsGfaBzrKINQBG0kT-qJw1iL3ODVz26bIgm33zOUw2J7twBc6cKKDPTqY-9gvqvl0XnPlZ7rVUSEvAJ=w132-h200" width="132" /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh4W0cEt76bD-w_RpjGVk4sCESFXdgWhTq2OgEmoJJQSIP-Ycar92q09Wd1OT9b6i3-0wK986AfKwTdS99O62wK-IDq7kWKoMGZ9vTEwF2efZOauRfRpnxSiid89wks-a4XldaecONMpHDTDXG4PzjwZucc327mwR-ogqaV-Cg9QwQwW2lL3qq7WNdRV4cw" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="533" data-original-width="533" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh4W0cEt76bD-w_RpjGVk4sCESFXdgWhTq2OgEmoJJQSIP-Ycar92q09Wd1OT9b6i3-0wK986AfKwTdS99O62wK-IDq7kWKoMGZ9vTEwF2efZOauRfRpnxSiid89wks-a4XldaecONMpHDTDXG4PzjwZucc327mwR-ogqaV-Cg9QwQwW2lL3qq7WNdRV4cw=w200-h200" width="200" /></a></p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><i>The Juliet Code </i>is
the third book in Pepper Basham's delightful <i>Freddie and
Grace</i> Mystery series. Fans of
Jen Turano will also be fans of this book and series. Like Turano,
Basham is able to add romance and humor into an exciting detective
story involving quirky, lovable characters. They both build strong
female characters who are supported by men during times in history
when women were expected to stay within strict social boundaries.
Most importantly they both develop plots that honor God and honor
living a life that is pleasing to Him without sounding judgmental.
<i>The Juliet Code </i>is the
perfect example of all of these wonderful characteristics. I would
highly encourage readers to read the series in order even though this
book will work as a stand-alone read.
</p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">In
case you are wanting just a little peek into <i>The Juliet
Code... </i>We join Lord and Lady
Astley on their honeymoon in Venice. While there, their friend,
Detective Jack Miracle, pulls them into a case he is investigating
concerning stolen paintings. An investigation that seems fairly safe
as investigations go, quickly turns dangerous. Lord and Lady Astley
must learn to trust God with their health and safety while doing what
they feel Him calling them to. Readers may learn something about
trusting in the goodness of God as they too join the investigation.</p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">I
am grateful to have received a complimentary copy of <i>The
Juliet Code</i> from Barbour
Publishing via NetGalley without obligation. All opinions expressed
here are my own. I am hoping that there are more books coming in this
series in the future.</p><p>
<br /><br /><br /></p>Christian Fiction and Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11559989690241689763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3013403799670926545.post-32249952622159687412023-11-28T15:01:00.001-05:002023-11-28T15:01:23.939-05:00The Butterfly Collector by Tea Cooper - A Book Review<p> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgHvkhWQKKs6z4lxU2OQVkE1SEZ10zj_3dhDh62LEZT-IRqL8CqjpYZEb9KMC9inWxilX0K_DNA30g0Q7OeSbJ9FJ5o6TpOYtb3ZEUa0b3ojsUphyRuIerNNH1gMK5opEphGmGGG4MFyhm_Lv3-M0uiaB8grhbqBGl-BhCK6FklETk63r3uGaSKNa7Od4lN" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="608" data-original-width="405" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgHvkhWQKKs6z4lxU2OQVkE1SEZ10zj_3dhDh62LEZT-IRqL8CqjpYZEb9KMC9inWxilX0K_DNA30g0Q7OeSbJ9FJ5o6TpOYtb3ZEUa0b3ojsUphyRuIerNNH1gMK5opEphGmGGG4MFyhm_Lv3-M0uiaB8grhbqBGl-BhCK6FklETk63r3uGaSKNa7Od4lN=w133-h200" width="133" /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi4yPnlTVluZ8oDQ2P-LDCPkmjH-GJP9tIwjYd23rffUU2Pdm0W0G46b-GZfoLG1pMif1jWWFxDAvzOOuzfWP5d3e4_klc83zDJrAkUjg479eQ7XL1a_OFeCKih04_UyVCNqI8YtPrzSH9rhNHXBS8SLfGdmp0EExwy4Vq2i464ybFq6Zyz5a8yoCiZf4AA" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="357" data-original-width="357" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi4yPnlTVluZ8oDQ2P-LDCPkmjH-GJP9tIwjYd23rffUU2Pdm0W0G46b-GZfoLG1pMif1jWWFxDAvzOOuzfWP5d3e4_klc83zDJrAkUjg479eQ7XL1a_OFeCKih04_UyVCNqI8YtPrzSH9rhNHXBS8SLfGdmp0EExwy4Vq2i464ybFq6Zyz5a8yoCiZf4AA=w200-h200" width="200" /></a></p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">I
truly enjoy learning something of Australia's history through Tea
Cooper's historical fiction. Of course I appreciate her historical
notes at the end which help me to separate fact from fiction. <i>The
Butterfly Collector</i> is a dual
timeline story that centers around the horrible but lucrative baby
farming business in the late nineteenth and early twentieth
centuries. As Verity Binks, a fledgling journalist, researches a well
known charity that assists unwed, expectant mothers, she stumbles
across the long running existence of a baby farming operation
originating in the town of Morpeth. Further exploration revealed her
own family's connections, both past and present.
</p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><i>The Butterfly Collector</i>
is a clean work of fiction that deals with a difficult reality. I
believe this well-written, sensitive story will appeal to readers of
Christian and secular historical fiction. Even though it does not
include a Christian element, it but does have a strong theme of
social justice. Cooper skillfully unfolds the story of Verity's
family maximizing reader engagement with the story and encouraging
bonding with the story's characters.</p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">I
am grateful to have received a complimentary copy of <i>The
Butterfly Collector</i> from Harper
Muse via NetGalley without obligation. All opinions expressed here are my own. </p><p>
<br /><br /><br /></p>Christian Fiction and Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11559989690241689763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3013403799670926545.post-75212808854971438082023-11-14T17:30:00.003-05:002023-11-14T17:30:40.416-05:00To Spark a Match by Jen Turano - A Book Review<p></p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjbG1IIF5oPzz7zGR8-U72U0dN9JqfYj4_54pLm3pw_X4J76_kyjZyxXtI33AG3G1P7jQ8w6acRnc-IQqyELQI93dRQiIl3ZHt5gS_47QP0bZL412UcX2W3pBZWe6MSPdIjv3R1KG3kyVzjB8LsGkCfj1O8dU-BHbJqbGFHlcP9kJNUP-HgHfeSYz-FopwZ" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="2000" data-original-width="1296" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjbG1IIF5oPzz7zGR8-U72U0dN9JqfYj4_54pLm3pw_X4J76_kyjZyxXtI33AG3G1P7jQ8w6acRnc-IQqyELQI93dRQiIl3ZHt5gS_47QP0bZL412UcX2W3pBZWe6MSPdIjv3R1KG3kyVzjB8LsGkCfj1O8dU-BHbJqbGFHlcP9kJNUP-HgHfeSYz-FopwZ=w130-h200" width="130" /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjd6T83ZwyjwOkEaYnBWL77gzdc1LAsRa9B1orUj9gT6YXT9Zizey9tDgn8y89XLyjiYlLTeGXQejwrrJrkCPLTbkJ-BwrHY7o8aKuQDSNb4Ci4s8JiiposSrOfIipaLjUi71QT78m_ozTZz9nLW7pY9VblxNs05S8h9Ja7voSecdl9hrqnsn1Ty4KWwyEt" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1079" data-original-width="1079" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjd6T83ZwyjwOkEaYnBWL77gzdc1LAsRa9B1orUj9gT6YXT9Zizey9tDgn8y89XLyjiYlLTeGXQejwrrJrkCPLTbkJ-BwrHY7o8aKuQDSNb4Ci4s8JiiposSrOfIipaLjUi71QT78m_ozTZz9nLW7pY9VblxNs05S8h9Ja7voSecdl9hrqnsn1Ty4KWwyEt=w200-h200" width="200" /></a><br /><br /></div><p></p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">After
reading several really heavy novels, <i>To Spark a Match</i>
was the perfect lighthearted read. Jen Turano's quirky, Gilded Age,
romantic mysteries are always delightful. Mr. Gideon Abbott, a member
of the Four Hundred, strives to balance his place in society, his
secret occupation, and participating in a plan to reintroduce a new
and improved Miss Adelaide Duveen into society. Adelaide's penchant
for finding trouble and her working her way into his heart makes
finding and keeping that balance a difficult proposition. Author Jen
Turano's ability to turn a phrase and her sparkling sense of humor
combine to give her reader abundant smiles and chuckles. Her ability
to plot an interesting mystery with well-paced developments keeps
readers fully engaged with the story. I recommend this book to anyone
who is looking for a truly fun read.
</p><p></p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">I
am grateful to have received a complimentary copy of <i>To
Spark a Match</i> from Bethany House
Publishers via NetGalley without obligation. All opinions expressed
here are my own. </p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">
<br /></p><p><br /></p>Christian Fiction and Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11559989690241689763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3013403799670926545.post-54331186830088639852023-11-14T15:24:00.002-05:002023-11-14T15:24:24.098-05:00The Warsaw Sisters by Amanda Barratt - A Book Review<p> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh_kkwtA4JBd9xzFGP6YAXYccFSfOAhqBpVgxbbh1S8qapg4zggP9z9xgAEv2peLEvkaL9a4nLmEDYENzkV3Xt-ZFh_HQsiVIaxbWgv6Pzn7609SMCKSdGySnTG02XkB2x6NSpagED90rV2QWk5oZyzVS9a-LLmbd_rgQfCBaf23fD8FH4jT04iQedoRuxj" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="400" data-original-width="259" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh_kkwtA4JBd9xzFGP6YAXYccFSfOAhqBpVgxbbh1S8qapg4zggP9z9xgAEv2peLEvkaL9a4nLmEDYENzkV3Xt-ZFh_HQsiVIaxbWgv6Pzn7609SMCKSdGySnTG02XkB2x6NSpagED90rV2QWk5oZyzVS9a-LLmbd_rgQfCBaf23fD8FH4jT04iQedoRuxj=w129-h200" width="129" /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhlNlICXSBWNgP0_ioLKGLV6FA4LjAgSMgP8hLaMRb0ZhoshpCW7uhoPUoPt2NgxpjKqA8lVnd45ZMKtdNqUMTSIOTlfOyqVFGV9CP89zZM6UDZ8JriKLqzhgsmdDioJLMRjnm9yXEmLBmwp4_HXFBRUqOr9IJD_5wXaWP6vumC-LJUivUtuNfVGz6226dy" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhlNlICXSBWNgP0_ioLKGLV6FA4LjAgSMgP8hLaMRb0ZhoshpCW7uhoPUoPt2NgxpjKqA8lVnd45ZMKtdNqUMTSIOTlfOyqVFGV9CP89zZM6UDZ8JriKLqzhgsmdDioJLMRjnm9yXEmLBmwp4_HXFBRUqOr9IJD_5wXaWP6vumC-LJUivUtuNfVGz6226dy=w200-h200" width="200" /></a></p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Twins
Antonina and Helena Dabrowska were only eighteen years old in 1939
when their father, their only living parent, was called back into
military service. The day following his departure Germany invaded
Poland. Their lives, their city, everything changed, and over the
next more than five years, so did the sisters. Each in their own way
became resisters, toiling against those who would see the destruction
of the Jews and steal the independence of the Poles, killing so many
along the way. This is a story of having the courage to do what is
right in the face of tremendous danger and significant loss. May
Antonina and Helena be inspirations to us all. Amanda Barratt's
writing certainly makes them real enough to be that inspiration.
</p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">I
am grateful to have received a complimentary copy of <i>The
Warsaw Sisters</i> from Revell via
NetGalley without obligation. All opinions expressed here are my own.</p><p>
<br /><br /><br /></p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><br /></p>Christian Fiction and Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11559989690241689763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3013403799670926545.post-12840393319543098962023-11-07T21:45:00.006-05:002023-11-07T21:45:51.492-05:00A Million Little Choices by Tamera Alexander - A Book Review<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjupg_ybpRmsq0x-uLjW-rw-RSU2kUFp8bsjp8FkkAgUmDRDpcusUXFq5TtGDRrysOhmpR1qSKGPY7uws7kq90-rOm0JM76CwzUNduqTDQzVeIYH5_5UoOZ05DnKrwY1zR5jljOzJ2iwCiCZL0PI5SBPBSh7I0FkZz8MPcv4CrcEZyuoGJWjo0GLq9GDyoW" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjupg_ybpRmsq0x-uLjW-rw-RSU2kUFp8bsjp8FkkAgUmDRDpcusUXFq5TtGDRrysOhmpR1qSKGPY7uws7kq90-rOm0JM76CwzUNduqTDQzVeIYH5_5UoOZ05DnKrwY1zR5jljOzJ2iwCiCZL0PI5SBPBSh7I0FkZz8MPcv4CrcEZyuoGJWjo0GLq9GDyoW" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjupg_ybpRmsq0x-uLjW-rw-RSU2kUFp8bsjp8FkkAgUmDRDpcusUXFq5TtGDRrysOhmpR1qSKGPY7uws7kq90-rOm0JM76CwzUNduqTDQzVeIYH5_5UoOZ05DnKrwY1zR5jljOzJ2iwCiCZL0PI5SBPBSh7I0FkZz8MPcv4CrcEZyuoGJWjo0GLq9GDyoW" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgWrT5ge88aMSa-VEzwfQriDRSc6OP85tS99RtVHqCXG8dJeK8zsCeRqM4FZY3OCkSDSroE8ibcFLJypWEIbtIn1SwHtmDXQ5B_TMmjBGqUMqyA4bzYLCwpGyzf7X_8sudyET-EZjVgWndcIlexD6u05kRQH9s052Gl9ajbt9MPlS0pJggQiL87KVM5npQC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="400" data-original-width="267" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgWrT5ge88aMSa-VEzwfQriDRSc6OP85tS99RtVHqCXG8dJeK8zsCeRqM4FZY3OCkSDSroE8ibcFLJypWEIbtIn1SwHtmDXQ5B_TMmjBGqUMqyA4bzYLCwpGyzf7X_8sudyET-EZjVgWndcIlexD6u05kRQH9s052Gl9ajbt9MPlS0pJggQiL87KVM5npQC=w133-h200" width="133" /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEisdnAJVFMYU_ozUItrasfX5v-Kt2rRPXoVTmipbwl_rIFHJO_HOjRvUbsucBFuu5SvH7Zw6bfiI81g0RqgQ0m8a-B57u-jZpSRCU66FBTj7H-FNhgMp7umsa8WRRGkrtfjPYUkHs_nwGRdQi4Cg26x-VawBpUycL_ATbu-0P8wwxaRvwQo-3ZSFfSS24Re" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="585" data-original-width="585" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEisdnAJVFMYU_ozUItrasfX5v-Kt2rRPXoVTmipbwl_rIFHJO_HOjRvUbsucBFuu5SvH7Zw6bfiI81g0RqgQ0m8a-B57u-jZpSRCU66FBTj7H-FNhgMp7umsa8WRRGkrtfjPYUkHs_nwGRdQi4Cg26x-VawBpUycL_ATbu-0P8wwxaRvwQo-3ZSFfSS24Re=w200-h200" width="200" /></a></div></div></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><i>A Million Little Choices</i><span style="font-style: normal;">
is an outstanding work of women's fiction. It is a story of God's
prevenient grace, of healing in one's soul through engaging with
God's Word and mature Christian mentors, and of gaining insight into
one's own life through coming to view that life through the lens of
eternity. All that sounds very deep and theological, however, these
themes are developed within a raw and compelling story of great loss
and great love in the life of the main character. Author Tamera
Alexander has created the story in a way that encourages readers to
apply the discoveries made by her characters to whatever life
situation they find themselves in. While a work of fiction, </span><i>A
Million Little Choices</i><span style="font-style: normal;"> contains
much truth. </span>
</p>
<p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">I
am grateful to have received a complimentary copy of <i>A
Million Little Choices, </i>a Focus
on the Family Resource, from Tyndale House Publishers via NetGalley
without obligation. All opinions expressed here are my own.</p><br /></div></div>Christian Fiction and Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11559989690241689763noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3013403799670926545.post-11552373502814640682023-11-07T19:21:00.000-05:002023-11-07T19:21:00.571-05:00Knowing You by Tracie Peterson - A Book Review<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgmg44vD8UB_Sc-ak9a1RX-vQ98QxbEsg6qlgzIj0MDWAJlOyWM25htTeE4f-9l3cV44akx2v4Xfj_3KU8w6ELjqZXmvjh1rm66DF-PAC4Gh_Y8GG8HvAq6WvDUmUR3FGDN37e0V6uX2-GiiigkSFAPWfDUJFBOdyv4a-nKYV8lPif1GhFuF5o82gud62T7" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="400" data-original-width="259" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgmg44vD8UB_Sc-ak9a1RX-vQ98QxbEsg6qlgzIj0MDWAJlOyWM25htTeE4f-9l3cV44akx2v4Xfj_3KU8w6ELjqZXmvjh1rm66DF-PAC4Gh_Y8GG8HvAq6WvDUmUR3FGDN37e0V6uX2-GiiigkSFAPWfDUJFBOdyv4a-nKYV8lPif1GhFuF5o82gud62T7=w129-h200" width="129" /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh8O91Ims4Wdmch5x3Pyz83AMQjkpGqiPtYFxhWY-H7b27HhfICeSPhwRSLakjOYp6AHI0W_KcP_V25DpclCfjgxgmEw8JWTjVKK6IkthtLwDoUA4_-EKJcJ7beA0S5mgYdohOHXSOwxYMoCffa99KlkNu_bAEG44D2Q7xFBe0oUay01saVQ2MfzxL3uoGX" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img alt="" data-original-height="535" data-original-width="535" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh8O91Ims4Wdmch5x3Pyz83AMQjkpGqiPtYFxhWY-H7b27HhfICeSPhwRSLakjOYp6AHI0W_KcP_V25DpclCfjgxgmEw8JWTjVKK6IkthtLwDoUA4_-EKJcJ7beA0S5mgYdohOHXSOwxYMoCffa99KlkNu_bAEG44D2Q7xFBe0oUay01saVQ2MfzxL3uoGX=w200-h200" width="200" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><p></p><p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><i>Knowing You</i>
is the third book in Tracie Peterson's <i>Pictures of the
Heart</i> series set in Seattle at
the Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition in 1909. While the characters
refer to events that took place in the first two books of the series,
<i>Knowing You</i> does work
well as a stand-alone read. This time with the Camera Girls working
for Fisher Photography, we focus on May Parker, a young woman of
Japanese-American descent. May touches up photographs with paint to
colorize attendees' memories of the exposition. May does not feel
Japanese enough or white enough as she has rarely been accepted by
either culture due to prevalent prejudices of the time. A chance
encounter with a dear childhood friend, Lee Munro, has the potential
of making May feel less alone in the world, as does her growing
friendships with the Camera Girls.
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<p align="LEFT" style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Tracie
Peterson has addressed the themes of racial prejudice and forgiveness
in a way that is easily translated into today's society. She has
created memorable characters using plain, simple language. I
recommend this book to historical fiction fans who want a book with
important themes and that is written with an emphasis on hope. I am
grateful to have received a complimentary copy of <i>Knowing
You</i> from Bethany House via
NetGalley without obligation. All opinions expressed here are my own. </p><br /></div><p><br /><br /></p>Christian Fiction and Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11559989690241689763noreply@blogger.com0