The more that I read suspense novels, the more I develop a keen interest in reading more. Carol J. Post is a wonderful writer who pours all of her effort into writing books with incredible settings and drama and believable characters. Fatal Recall is her most recent novel, and it didn't disappoint me. Tanner Brody, a police officer, was in transition from his job at one police precinct to another. He decided to use that dead time to have some fun. His kayaking adventure turned into an adventure ...
The Firefighter’s Twins | Review & GIVEAWAY
It isn't very often that I start out a review with a desire to simply—right away—share how much I enjoyed a book. Today is one of those days. I enjoyed The Firefighter's Twins by Heidi McCahan! I don't dole out five star reviews like candy; there are a few things that I'm looking for when determining how I rate a book (naturally, my opinion is mine alone and is subjective!). Author Heidi McCahan hit one of those "things" that I look for right away, and I didn't even realize it at first. The ...
The Backcountry Brides Collection | review
Love on Colonial America’s Frontier Travel into Colonial America where eight women seek love, but they each know a future husband requires the necessary skills to survive in the backcountry. Living in areas exposed to nature’s ferocity, prone to Indian attack, and cut off from regular supplies, can hearts overcome the dangers to find lasting love? Earlier this year I read a novella collection by Barbour Books called Small-Town Brides, and it was a great series of novellas. Now I've had the ...
Racing Hearts | Sweet Valley High Book 9 review
Can Roger melt Lila's icy heart? Clumsy, shy Roger Barrett has always had a crush on the glamorous, wealthy Lila Fowler, but it's hopeless. She's the queen bee, and he secretly works as a janitor after school. The only attention Lila ever pays to him is to make fun of him in front of her friends. When Roger wins the qualifying heat for a big race, he becomes an instant school celebrity. To his surprise, Lila begins to chase after him, but he knows if he runs in the race finals after school, he ...
Julie by Catherine Marshall | GIVEAWAY – review soon!
I read the novel Julie many years ago after my grandmother had loaned me a copy of Christy by Catherine Marshall. Intrigued by the unique story of Christy, I dug into the story of Julie with anticipation! More of my review to come soon! In the meantime, feel free to enter the giveaway! Title: Julie Author: Catherine Marshall Publisher: Gilead Publishing ReIssue Date: April 17, 2018 Genre: Historical Romance Fiction Links*: Goodreads l Amazon l ChristianBook l Book Depository l Itunes TO ...
Set Free to Choose Right – a review
Set Free to Choose Right Let's face it. It's hard making the right choices as adults, and in this age where social media is in your face with the good, the bad, and the ugly right there, teens have to make choices that they might find difficult. Set Free to Choose Right, written by Josh McDowell, helps Christian parents help their kids make right choices based on God's standards. Paperback: 224 pages Publisher: Shiloh Run Press; Gld edition (February 1, 2018) Language: English ...
The Tower of Refuge by Lauren Lynch | Giveaway winner!
Reading The TimeDrifter Series by Lauren Lynch has truly been a joy. I'm so sad that I've finished the third book. The beautiful imagery and lively storytelling that I came to know in the first two novels continued in The Tower of Refuge. Brendan, Anna, and their traveling companions from The Veil of Smoke (book two) leave Pompeii as the destruction falls all around them. Headed toward Cappadocia, the group finds new adventures and new friends along the way. Brendan and Anna struggle with the ...
The Veil of Smoke by Lauren Lynch / Review
Experience the final days of Pompeii in book two of the TimeDrifter Series. This harrowing historical fantasy unfolds through the eyes of the doomed city’s inhabitants, along with a trio of time traveling misfits. Their old nemesis, known as Basilius in Pompeii, charms others as he counters their every attempt. The fate of another relies on their ability to dodge Basilius’s efforts and escape before time runs out for Pompeii. Will they be willing to forfeit a future for what they hold most dear? ...
Dangerous Love – Sweet Valley High Review
Elizabeth Wakefield has never had a problem with rules. But when Todd gets a new motorcycle, Liz is torn. Her parents have forbidden her from ever getting on a bike. But everyone else is ecstatic over Todd’s new ride—especially the girls. As her jealousy threatens to consume her, Liz has a big decision to make—either put her trust in Todd’s love, or break the rules and take the ride of her life. Series: Sweet Valley High (Book 6) Mass Market Paperback: 153 pages Publisher: Laurel ...
Judah’s Wife by Angela Hunt / A Bethany House Review
Seeking peace and safety after a hard childhood, Leah marries Judah, a strong and gentle man, and for the first time in her life Leah believes she can rest easily. But the land is ruled by Antiochus IV, descended from one of Alexander the Great's generals, and when he issues a decree that all Jews are to conform to Syrian laws upon pain of death, devout Jews risk everything to follow the law of Moses. Judah's father resists the decree, igniting a war that will cost him his life. But before ...
The Place of Voices / Review and Giveaway
Deep in a remote jungle, amid long-forgotten ancient ruins, three unlikely time travelers collide. In the shadows, a relentless evil presence lurks, threatening to lead them astray. Will they triumph over their adversary or be trapped in his web of lies? Sometimes it takes a journey through time to learn the true meaning of sacrifice. Looking for books that edify and entertain? Read the TimeDrifter Series — and be transported. THE PLACE OF VOICES is the first book in the TimeDrifter ...
All Night Long – Book 5 / SVH Review
Is Jessica as grown-up as she thinks she is? Elizabeth Wakefield knows her beautiful twin is more than a match for almost any guy out there. Most guys easily fall prey to Jessica's seductive charms. But Scott Daniels, Jessica's latest love, may be more than she bargained for. He's much older and much more experienced than anyone Jessica's ever dated. When Jessica sneaks off to a college beach party with Scott, Elizabeth's afraid of what might happen. And when her twin sister isn't back by ...