Friday, October 30, 2015
Thursday, October 29, 2015
Busy, busy, busy
Dear Readers,
It has been a busy month for not only the store, but also myself. I have tried very hard to keep up with my reading, which I did. But it does mean that I didn't always have time to write a proper review for all the books I have read. I can easily write a review that gives the basics for you and tell you I liked it, but I believe that if authors go through all the effort to write a good story, I need to take the time to write an honest review.
I have several books that I have just gotten read and am working on reviews for them. But that means today there is no review for you and I am sorry about that. Next week I will be back on track with reviews and other posts I normally do. I hope they are helpful to you and that you enjoy the information I try to bring you.
Happy Reading,
It has been a busy month for not only the store, but also myself. I have tried very hard to keep up with my reading, which I did. But it does mean that I didn't always have time to write a proper review for all the books I have read. I can easily write a review that gives the basics for you and tell you I liked it, but I believe that if authors go through all the effort to write a good story, I need to take the time to write an honest review.
I have several books that I have just gotten read and am working on reviews for them. But that means today there is no review for you and I am sorry about that. Next week I will be back on track with reviews and other posts I normally do. I hope they are helpful to you and that you enjoy the information I try to bring you.
Happy Reading,
Wednesday, October 28, 2015
New Release - A Respectable Actress - Dorothy Love
Dear Readers,
Every time I get done with a librarian's day and/or conference I am right away looking for new books to add to the list for the next one. Dorothy Love's new book, A Respectable Actress came across my desk the morning after our fall librarian's day.
I am looking forward to reading it as it is about a time in the South during the recovery but it is also set in a place I am somewhat familiar with. St. Simon's Island, just off the coast of Savannah Georgia. One other interesting part of the book is it is about a stage actress at that time when they were trying to become respectable and change from being plays that are not fit for ladies and families.
India Hartley has just lost her father. A way for her to honor his memory is to do a tour of Southern theaters that will not only provide her with a way to make money, but will also give her a chance to come to terms with her loss.
The second night in a tragedy happens and India is accused of murder. To prove her innocent she must stay in Savannah and find the guilty party. Thank goodness she has a patron who is willing to pay for a lawyer and he turns out to be the handsome Philip Sinclair.
So a bit of mystery a bit of intrigue and a dash of romance makes this a read that should earn it a place on everyone's TBR list.
Happy Reading,
Every time I get done with a librarian's day and/or conference I am right away looking for new books to add to the list for the next one. Dorothy Love's new book, A Respectable Actress came across my desk the morning after our fall librarian's day.
I am looking forward to reading it as it is about a time in the South during the recovery but it is also set in a place I am somewhat familiar with. St. Simon's Island, just off the coast of Savannah Georgia. One other interesting part of the book is it is about a stage actress at that time when they were trying to become respectable and change from being plays that are not fit for ladies and families.
The second night in a tragedy happens and India is accused of murder. To prove her innocent she must stay in Savannah and find the guilty party. Thank goodness she has a patron who is willing to pay for a lawyer and he turns out to be the handsome Philip Sinclair.
So a bit of mystery a bit of intrigue and a dash of romance makes this a read that should earn it a place on everyone's TBR list.
Happy Reading,
Tuesday, October 27, 2015
Monday, October 26, 2015
New Releases - Oct. 19 - 24
Dear Readers,
I have the day off today. I spent last week visiting with a group of school teachers and then a group of church librarians and so am spending today doing nothing. Well at least sleeping in, relaxing and maybe even a nap. The only problem is those really good books are calling my name.
Happy Reading,
The Respectable Actress - Dorothy Love - India Hartley is accused of murder. After India's father's death, she is on a tour of theaters of the South. During the second night performance, India's co-star is killed and everyone believes she is to blame. Can she prove her innocent?
The Shock of Night - Patrick Carr - #1 The Darkwater Saga - Willet Dura is called to investigate the murder of one man and the wounding of a priest. When Willet questions the priest, he is screamed at in a foreign tongue and then the priest dies. Will Willet be able to find the killer before he strikes again.
Rising Darkness - Nancy Mehl - #3 Finding Sanctuary - Sophie left Sanctuary under a cloud of shame and regret. She is now back following the clues to a decades old unsolved crime.
The Tears of Dark Water - Corban Addison - Daniel and Vanessa seem to have it all together. But in reality they are coming apart at the seams. Daniel hopes his dream of sailing around the world together with bring them and their son back together.
Promise to Keep - Elizabeth Byler Younts - The Promise of Sunrise Series #3 - Esther is used to being on her own. After taking care of her grandmother and now her deaf niece, Daisy, is has become the norm for her. When Daisy's father returns from WWII he longs to connect with his daughter, but she refuses to leave Esther. Will these to hurting adults be able to find an answer for one hurting child?
I have the day off today. I spent last week visiting with a group of school teachers and then a group of church librarians and so am spending today doing nothing. Well at least sleeping in, relaxing and maybe even a nap. The only problem is those really good books are calling my name.
Happy Reading,
The Respectable Actress - Dorothy Love - India Hartley is accused of murder. After India's father's death, she is on a tour of theaters of the South. During the second night performance, India's co-star is killed and everyone believes she is to blame. Can she prove her innocent?
The Shock of Night - Patrick Carr - #1 The Darkwater Saga - Willet Dura is called to investigate the murder of one man and the wounding of a priest. When Willet questions the priest, he is screamed at in a foreign tongue and then the priest dies. Will Willet be able to find the killer before he strikes again.
Rising Darkness - Nancy Mehl - #3 Finding Sanctuary - Sophie left Sanctuary under a cloud of shame and regret. She is now back following the clues to a decades old unsolved crime.
The Tears of Dark Water - Corban Addison - Daniel and Vanessa seem to have it all together. But in reality they are coming apart at the seams. Daniel hopes his dream of sailing around the world together with bring them and their son back together.
Promise to Keep - Elizabeth Byler Younts - The Promise of Sunrise Series #3 - Esther is used to being on her own. After taking care of her grandmother and now her deaf niece, Daisy, is has become the norm for her. When Daisy's father returns from WWII he longs to connect with his daughter, but she refuses to leave Esther. Will these to hurting adults be able to find an answer for one hurting child?
Friday, October 23, 2015
Thursday, October 22, 2015
Ted Dekker
Dear Readers,
Last year Ted Dekker released A.D. 30, which reminded me how good a storyteller he is. He wove a beautiful tale of Maviah and her search for love and exceptance from first her earthly father and then when he is killed, by others around her. Her searched only ended when she was introduced to Jesus.
It was a wonderful reminder to us all, that no matter how important or how unimportant we are, we are loved perfectly by our heavenly father. Now Ted continues Maviah's story in A.D. 33. We move forward in Maviah's story and how she is still trying to live her life according to what she learned from Jesus or Joshua as he is called in this book.
That is not as easy as it seems as Maviah and her band of outcasts are living with the idea that Joshua is here for an earthly kingdom. They don't understand that he is here to die for all mankind, not to free the Jews or any other outcasts that follow him.
Once again Ted's story keeping skills come into play. He takes us to a place of great despair and wonderful mountain tops. He reminds us that the walk we are called to isn't always easy, sometimes it takes us to places we don't know that we can survive, but He has promised to always walk along side of us even in times we are not sure he is there.
Even if you have sworn off Ted's books because of how dark they have been in the past (I will admit I was close to doing that myself), come back and try this little series. I know I gave a couple hints away from book number one, but really it isn't anything that you can't figure out by reading the title.
Happy Reading.
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