Blood and Treasure: Daniel Boone and the Fight for America's First Frontier by Bob Drury and Tom Clavin - A Book Review

       

Drury and Clavin have written a very-well-researched piece about the American legend, Daniel Boone. While I was anticipating a more novelized version, this unemotional, fact-based version paints a clear, realistic picture of the beloved woodsman. It also clearly explains his role in both readily familiar as well as more obscure historical events. The book is definitely a vocabulary booster, and made me glad that I could simply highlight words such as chiaroscuro, atavistically, and eponymous on my Kindle to discover their meaning. I recommend this book to both those who have a passion for American history and those who simply want to know a bit more about Boone and the times in which he lived. I am grateful to have received a complimentary copy of Blood and Treasure from St. Martin Press via NetGalley without obligation. All opinions expressed here are my own.

Bookshop by the Sea by Denise Hunter - A Book Review

   

Reading Bookshop by the Sea caused me long periods of angst. The way that Sophie Lawson was treated by those close to her was disturbing to say the least. While this book was an okay read, Hunter's Bluebell Inn series was a hard act to follow. The theme of this book is dealing with abandonment. Hunter did a wonderful job of demonstrating the long-term consequences while providing hope, especially for those who discover their worth as a child of God. I am grateful to have received a complimentary copy of this book from Thomas Nelson via NetGalley without obligation. All opinions expressed here are my own.

Aftershocks by Jeff Kinley - A Book Review

   


With a 2021 copyright, Aftershocks is very pertinent to today, but will remain so for some time to come. While the book examines current events, it is focused on a time in the future, a date not yet known but to One, the day of the Lord's return. Kinley examines topics such as globalism, technology, and our economy in the light of biblical prophesy. He does not claim to read the signs, but rather examines the Scriptures and points out what things in our current society make certain prophesies possible in a way that didn't exist before while acknowledging that God is supernaturally able to accomplish His Word at any time. While it did take me a few chapters to get into the book, it wasn't long before I was telling my husband that this is one that we need to read together. I look forward to reading it with him, taking time to look up each Scriptural reference and examine them more fully alongside Kinley's thoughts. Quoting Revelation 22:18-19, it is obvious that Kinley takes very seriously the admonition there for anyone who adds prophecy to God's Word. Aftershocks is written with insight and caution. I am grateful to have received a complimentary copy of the book from Harvest House Publishers via NetGalley without obligation. All opinions expressed here are my own.

The Shell Collector by Nancy Naigle - A Book Review

    

Nancy Naigle is a new-to-me author, and I am happy to have discovered her with such a poignant story. She says by way of an introduction that this story is one that was birthed the year she lost her husband, but only recently was she able to bring the words to the page. It is a story of grief, of love, and of coming alongside one another to walk the path of grieving and to living. A, if not unlikely then unexpected, relationship develops between a young widow with two children and an octogenarian who has been widowed for some time, and who had no children, although she mothered many in the small town of Welk Island. Each bring special gifts needed by the other. Not only is this story an enjoyable read, but it inspires readers to look at their personal interactions with others and to seek ways to make them more meaningful as well as to be open to those unlikely and unexpected relationships.

I am grateful to have received a complimentary copy of The Shell Collector from WaterBrooke via NetGalley without obligation. All opinions expressed here are my own.

The Natural Medicine Handbook by Walt Larimore, MD - A Book Review

   

Before reading this book I did a bit of internet research on Dr. Larimore, and found him to be credible. I also trust the publishing company, Revell, so I felt comfortable reading and now recommending The Natural Medicine Handbook. In the book Dr. Larimore not only tells of the benefits of natural medicine, but also alerts readers to things that may be problematic. He stresses that above all a healthy lifestyle is the best path to wellness, emphasizing the importance of mental, social, and spiritual health along with physical health. The handbook has chapters addressing brain, heart, gastro-intestinal, immune, and hair and skin health among other areas. I found the book to be helpful with regards to health concerns in our family, and found some adjustments we need to make. I recommend it to others who are interested in making changes to improve their or family members' health.

I am grateful to have received a complimentary copy of The Natural Medicine Handbook from Revell via NetGalley without obligation. All opinions expressed here are my own. 

Three Missing Days by Colleen Coble - A Book Review

    

Three Missing Days is the third book in Colleen Cobles' Pelican Harbor series. It continues to follow the story of Chief Jane Hardy, Reid Dixon, and their son, Will. Jane and Reid were raised in a cult, escaping as teens right after Jane delivered Will. They were separated as Jane left with her father and Will with Reid. Reunited fifteen years later, they are learning about one another, and falling in love again. Unfortunately the cult may not be done with them yet.

Colleen Coble often sets her books in places readers would want to vacation, and develops characters that readers would enjoy befriending, along with some pretty intense villains. Three Missing Days will not disappoint her fans, or those to whom she is a new author. I am grateful to have received a complimentary copy of this book from Thomas Nelson via NetGalley without obligation. All opinions expressed here are my own.

Present Danger by Elizabeth Goddard - A Book Review

   

That time when you are reading a suspense novel and proclaim aloud, “Well, I didn't see that coming,” and it happens not once, but twice in Present Danger! This book is a great start to Elizabeth Goddard's new series, Rocky Mountain Courage, a tale wrapped around events of the past that come back to wreak havoc in the present. Grayback County Sheriff's Detective Jack Tanner and US Forest Service Special Agent Terra Connors must learn to forget the past they had and the future they wish for in order to work together to solve a case of antiquity smuggling which likely has led to murder. Goddard has written a well-laid plot with believable dialogue, and plenty of red herrings to keep her readers engaged as they follow Jack and Terra;s investigation.

I am grateful to have received a complimentary copy of Present Danger from Revell via NetGalley without obligation. All opinions expressed here are my own.

Hope Between the Pages by Pepper Basham - A Book Review

   

My heart is full. Hope Between the Pages will capture the heart of most every book lover, especially those who have a love of fairy tales and stories that bring to mind historical England. It whispers tales of true love and sweet romance, the kind that are orchestrated in the heavens. Readers will be reminded that God truly does work all things for good for those who love Him, and of the power of love. Pepper Basham has crafted a truly magical story; unfurling oneself from the pages as it draws to an end is difficult. Closing the covers for a final time will remind you of the importance of continuing to write the story of your own life, and recognizing that which truly holds value.

I am grateful to have received a complimentary copy of Hope Between the Pages, the first book in Barbour Publishing's new Doors to the Past series, from the publisher via NetGalley without obligation. All opinions expressed here are my own.