Dear Readers,
I hope that by this point the threat of snow has been taken out of the forecast for a while... a long while, like at least 6 months. Maybe one or two of these books are already on your to be read list. I can think of a couple that are on mine.
Happy Reading,
Circle of Spies - Roseanna M. White - #3 in the Culper Ring Series - Marietta never would have chosen to be a spy, even with her family's history of it. Slade is determined to infiltrate the cell of southern spies, but he doesn't know if he can trust the lady of the house or not.
The Queen's Handmaiden - Tracy L. Higley - Lydia is the handmaiden to Cleopatra and her young son. But when Lydia's mentor is murder, she decides to deliver the old scrolls to Jerusalem herself. Can she deliver them safely before they fall into the wrong hands and are destroyed forever.
Just 18 Summers - Rene Gutteridge/Michelle Cox - (from the back cover) "With just 18 summers before their children are grown, how do (parents) make the most of that time when life gets in the way."
A Plain Man - Mary Ellis - After years in the Englisch world, Caleb decides it is time to return to his Amish roots. But returning means more than just giving up his Levi and driving a buggy. Josie Yoder is glad to have Caleb back in her life, but will the past destroy their budding romance?
Visible Threat - Janice Cantore - book #3 of the Brinna Caruso series - Brinna is asked to help solve the murder of a young lady found with a strange tattoo on her hip. What Brinna finds is something more dangerous than anything she experienced before, a human trafficking ring.
Caught in the Middle - Regina Jennings - Two people with two very different dreams are caught in a small town after their train is robbed. When they decide to team up and try to figure out what to do with the abandoned baby they are left with they find out their dreams might not be that different.
The Amish Groom - Mindy Starns Clark/Susan Meissner - #1 the Men of Lancaster County - Torn between two worlds, Tyler needs to decide if he is going stay in the Amish community where he was raised after his mother passed or return to the Englisch world that his father is part of.
An Amish Garden - Beth Wiseman/Kathleen Fuller/Tricia Goyer/Vannetta Chapman - Four different stories of why a garden is a great place to hear God's voice.
Rainy Day Dreams - Lori Copeland/Virginia Smith - Seattle Brides #2 - Kathryn is sent to Seattle to find a husband. It is the end of the world as far as she is concerned. Jason has no time for romance, but he can't get Kathryn off his mind.
Monday, March 31, 2014
Friday, March 28, 2014
New Release - Rainy Day Dreams - Lori Copeland/Virginia Smith
Dear Readers,
What to take on that spring break vacation that is rapidly approaching? (Yah!)
Rainy Day Dreams by Lori Copeland and Virginia Smith is sure to fit the bill. Book #2 in the Seattle Brides it is one that you will be able to sit back, relax and just enjoy reading for the sake of a little romantic getaway.
Kathryn's father sent her to Seattle with one purpose - find a husband. She is sure her life is completely over and this little backwater town is not helping. How can he expect to find a husband in a place so very devoid of culture.
Jason is in Seattle to work at the sawmill and to put his past behind him. With the rumors of a war with the Indians he just doesn't have time for romance.
Nothing like a delightful little romance to while away the hours sitting in a chair on the beach. There is something about that chair that makes for a lovely time to read a romance.
Happy Reading,
What to take on that spring break vacation that is rapidly approaching? (Yah!)
Rainy Day Dreams by Lori Copeland and Virginia Smith is sure to fit the bill. Book #2 in the Seattle Brides it is one that you will be able to sit back, relax and just enjoy reading for the sake of a little romantic getaway.
Kathryn's father sent her to Seattle with one purpose - find a husband. She is sure her life is completely over and this little backwater town is not helping. How can he expect to find a husband in a place so very devoid of culture.
Jason is in Seattle to work at the sawmill and to put his past behind him. With the rumors of a war with the Indians he just doesn't have time for romance. Nothing like a delightful little romance to while away the hours sitting in a chair on the beach. There is something about that chair that makes for a lovely time to read a romance.
Happy Reading,
Thursday, March 27, 2014
Katie Ganshert
Dear Readers,
I have read Katie Ganshert's books since she hit the market just a couple short years ago. I have enjoyed them and you can find my reviews of them on this blog if you wish.
When I was planning my vacation I asked a couple of different reps if they had anything that they would like me to read. Stuart at Waterbrook always has something for me. He sent me a couple different books and one of them was Katie's next book, A Broken Kind of Beautiful.
Ivy Clark is a model, it is the life she knows and is very comfortable in. It is a place where no one cares about her as long as she looks beautiful to the camera. Because of age and the audacity to make a suggestion to one of the most sought after photographers, her career and everything she built is falling down around her.
This is one of those books that I will be glad to share with just about any reader, but most importantly those that are looking for love in all the wrong places. Ivy struggles with her self esteem even though she was approaching super model status. No matter what others says, she feels unlovable because of the actions of her drug addicted mother and a father who finds her an embarrassment. My heart ached for Ivy.
It is the perfect read for anyone looking for a great story, but it is one that you will want to share over and over again.
Happy Reading,
Wednesday, March 26, 2014
New Release - The Road to Testament - Eva Marie Everson
Dear Readers,
When I first saw Eva's name on her newest release, The Road to Testament, I was glad to see it. I had enjoyed many of her books, but I had forgotten how many until I looked at her list of titles. She is an author that when you read her books and then put them down, it is like moving out of a beloved neighborhood after making fast friends. It isn't easy, but move on you must.
In the Road to Testament we meet Ashlynne Rothschild who is learning her reporter chops at a small little newspaper in Testament North Carolina. She plans on not becoming attached to the people of the town, but in-spite her best efforts she finds herself liking them.
When Ashlynne finds a secret about the town, a secret long buried, she is torn between leaving it alone or following her journalistic leanings. On one hand she believes the truth should always get told, but in this case, telling the truth will hurt many of the folks she has come to love.
It is a dilemma that we all can face at one time or another. A solution that doesn't make you feel better no matter what you choose. Eva is very good at giving you twist to her stories. The answers are not always black and white, sometimes life contains a bit of gray.
Happy Reading,
When I first saw Eva's name on her newest release, The Road to Testament, I was glad to see it. I had enjoyed many of her books, but I had forgotten how many until I looked at her list of titles. She is an author that when you read her books and then put them down, it is like moving out of a beloved neighborhood after making fast friends. It isn't easy, but move on you must.
In the Road to Testament we meet Ashlynne Rothschild who is learning her reporter chops at a small little newspaper in Testament North Carolina. She plans on not becoming attached to the people of the town, but in-spite her best efforts she finds herself liking them.
When Ashlynne finds a secret about the town, a secret long buried, she is torn between leaving it alone or following her journalistic leanings. On one hand she believes the truth should always get told, but in this case, telling the truth will hurt many of the folks she has come to love.
It is a dilemma that we all can face at one time or another. A solution that doesn't make you feel better no matter what you choose. Eva is very good at giving you twist to her stories. The answers are not always black and white, sometimes life contains a bit of gray.
Happy Reading,
Tuesday, March 25, 2014
New Release - A Table by the Window - Hillary Manton Lodge
Dear Readers,
Hillary Manton Lodge's name may be familiar with you as she has written a couple of Amish fiction books that were light fun reads about Amish life from a little different perspective. A Table by the Window by Hillary is not in that category at all. It is a lovely contemporary tale about a young lady in search of love and her place in the world.
Juliette is raised in a family that has a reputation of wonderful and fantastic chefs and pastry chefs. Her grandmother came to America after her husband died and opens are pastry shop that only offers the finest of the delicate treats. Juliette's parents own and run one of the finest French-Italian restaurants in town. So to say she knows food is probably an understatement.
In a delightful mix of story and appetizing recipes, Hillary weaves a story that will leave you wanting to join the nearest cooking class to learn how to make all those wonderful recipes that Juliette and her family talk about.
Happy eating er umm Reading,
Hillary Manton Lodge's name may be familiar with you as she has written a couple of Amish fiction books that were light fun reads about Amish life from a little different perspective. A Table by the Window by Hillary is not in that category at all. It is a lovely contemporary tale about a young lady in search of love and her place in the world.
Juliette is raised in a family that has a reputation of wonderful and fantastic chefs and pastry chefs. Her grandmother came to America after her husband died and opens are pastry shop that only offers the finest of the delicate treats. Juliette's parents own and run one of the finest French-Italian restaurants in town. So to say she knows food is probably an understatement. In a delightful mix of story and appetizing recipes, Hillary weaves a story that will leave you wanting to join the nearest cooking class to learn how to make all those wonderful recipes that Juliette and her family talk about.
Happy eating er umm Reading,
Monday, March 24, 2014
New Release - March 17 - 22
Dear Readers,
The goods books just keep coming. It is going to be a great summer reading season, but I think I may have to get started sooner than summer to get them all in. Whether you are looking for historical or contemporary, romance or mystery... we have a little of each for every reader.
Happy Reading,
The Road to Testament - Eva Marie Everson - Ashlynne is learning her reporting chops by writing in the little town of Testament. She never thought of herself as a people person, but the folks of the little town have worked their way into her heart. Now she has found a story that if reported could hurt them all. Should she do her job or protect the people in the town she has learned to love?
The Shepherd's Song - Betsy Duffey/Laurie Myers - While Kate lies in her hospital bed after a car accident, she wonders if she has truly done enough. Little does she know that her hand written Psalm 23 is making its way around the world and changing lives.
What Follows After - Dan Walsh - (Not part of the series he is working on with Gary Smalley) Scott and Gina's marriage is over. They have carried out a lie for over a year, but their sons, Colt and Timmy are sick of it. So they decide to run away and force their parents to back together.
A Sensible Arrangement - Tracie Peterson - #1 Lone Star Brides - Marty is ready to leave the past behind, Jake has been burned by love. Neither wants a real marriage, but one that will answer their needs. But something happens along the way as their arrangement seems to lead to love instead.
Words of Conviction - Linda J. White - Bruce hears words no parents want to hear. "I have your child." The kidnapper seems to know his family and the sins he has tried to cover. Now someone is forcing his hand and threating to kill his daughter if he doesn't do what is asked.
Scarlett Says - Julie L. Cannon - Scarlett's muse is a fictional character, Scarlett O'Hara. She uses Scarlett's devil may care attitude to write her blog and give advice that she normally wouldn't. But when one of her first readers offers her a chance at a life outside of make believe, Scarlett isn't sure she is ready.
The Auschwitz Escape - Joel Rosenberg - (From the backcover) "Evil, unchecked is the prelude to genocide." Jacob works for the resistance in Belgium. When he and his fellow workers attempt a daring rescue of a train headed to Auschwitz, Jacob becomes trapped in one of the cars. Once at Auschwitz all he can think of is escape.
A Table by the Window - Hillary Manton Lodge - first novel of Family Secrets and Heirloom Recipes - Juliette writes for a food magazine, but she is unsure of what she really wants to do with her life. When her brother Nico offers a chance to open a new restaurant together she is unsure what to do.
The goods books just keep coming. It is going to be a great summer reading season, but I think I may have to get started sooner than summer to get them all in. Whether you are looking for historical or contemporary, romance or mystery... we have a little of each for every reader.
Happy Reading,
The Road to Testament - Eva Marie Everson - Ashlynne is learning her reporting chops by writing in the little town of Testament. She never thought of herself as a people person, but the folks of the little town have worked their way into her heart. Now she has found a story that if reported could hurt them all. Should she do her job or protect the people in the town she has learned to love?
The Shepherd's Song - Betsy Duffey/Laurie Myers - While Kate lies in her hospital bed after a car accident, she wonders if she has truly done enough. Little does she know that her hand written Psalm 23 is making its way around the world and changing lives.
What Follows After - Dan Walsh - (Not part of the series he is working on with Gary Smalley) Scott and Gina's marriage is over. They have carried out a lie for over a year, but their sons, Colt and Timmy are sick of it. So they decide to run away and force their parents to back together.
A Sensible Arrangement - Tracie Peterson - #1 Lone Star Brides - Marty is ready to leave the past behind, Jake has been burned by love. Neither wants a real marriage, but one that will answer their needs. But something happens along the way as their arrangement seems to lead to love instead.
Words of Conviction - Linda J. White - Bruce hears words no parents want to hear. "I have your child." The kidnapper seems to know his family and the sins he has tried to cover. Now someone is forcing his hand and threating to kill his daughter if he doesn't do what is asked.
Scarlett Says - Julie L. Cannon - Scarlett's muse is a fictional character, Scarlett O'Hara. She uses Scarlett's devil may care attitude to write her blog and give advice that she normally wouldn't. But when one of her first readers offers her a chance at a life outside of make believe, Scarlett isn't sure she is ready.
The Auschwitz Escape - Joel Rosenberg - (From the backcover) "Evil, unchecked is the prelude to genocide." Jacob works for the resistance in Belgium. When he and his fellow workers attempt a daring rescue of a train headed to Auschwitz, Jacob becomes trapped in one of the cars. Once at Auschwitz all he can think of is escape.
A Table by the Window - Hillary Manton Lodge - first novel of Family Secrets and Heirloom Recipes - Juliette writes for a food magazine, but she is unsure of what she really wants to do with her life. When her brother Nico offers a chance to open a new restaurant together she is unsure what to do.
Friday, March 21, 2014
New Release - Storming the Black Ice - Don Brown
Dear Readers,
The world's largest oil field is found under Antarctica. No one country can claim it, and the battle between the countries to claim the economic power is going to be fierce. A surprise attack against a British outpost triggers a war that pushes the world to the brink of WWIII.
This is the story line behind the third book in the Pacific Rim Series by Don Brown, Storming the Black Ice. What if the next riches oil field is in an a place where no one country holds the rights to it?
Don Brown must love the what if questions. What if oil was discovered? What if several countries scrabbled to lay claim to it? You get the idea and what we get from those questions are a international thriller that could easily be part of our headlines.
There are times when I have been reading a Don Brown book and I have to struggle to remember what I heard on the news and what I read in his book. That is what makes them so interesting and fun to read.
Happy Reading,
The world's largest oil field is found under Antarctica. No one country can claim it, and the battle between the countries to claim the economic power is going to be fierce. A surprise attack against a British outpost triggers a war that pushes the world to the brink of WWIII.
This is the story line behind the third book in the Pacific Rim Series by Don Brown, Storming the Black Ice. What if the next riches oil field is in an a place where no one country holds the rights to it?
Don Brown must love the what if questions. What if oil was discovered? What if several countries scrabbled to lay claim to it? You get the idea and what we get from those questions are a international thriller that could easily be part of our headlines. There are times when I have been reading a Don Brown book and I have to struggle to remember what I heard on the news and what I read in his book. That is what makes them so interesting and fun to read.
Happy Reading,
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