Tag: Fiction

An Unexpected Grace

by

Tracie Peterson and Kimberley Woodhouse

MY REVIEW

I will start by saying this is the third book in a series. I have not read the first two, but this book stood perfectly well on its own. After reading this one, I just might have to get my hands on the other two!

I thoroughly enjoyed this book, and I finished it in two days. I really enjoyed the main characters and their growth throughout the book. The faith theme was so good in this book and so intrinsic to the story told. The characters are well done, and I as a reader really felt that I knew them once the story had been told.

A beautiful story of love and grace with wonderful humor and a mystery throughout. It was beautifully written and an incredibly touching story. I love children in stories as well so that was such an added sweetness to the novel.

I received this book from the publisher. All opinions are my own.

A Lesson in Propriety

By

Jen Turano

MY REVIEW

What an incredible fun romp! Ok, I’ll first admit that we have goats so I loved the scenes in which they star in the book! They are just fun. This story was fun!

The characters are terrific and so well written. It’s a terrific story with a wonderful faith theme, fascinating and intriguing setting, and lots of fantastic characters. It’s got a bit of a twisty turny mystery too! I always enjoy the laugh-out-loud books of Jen Turano! No one writes quite like her!

I received this book from the publisher. All opinions are my own.

Storm Warning

By

Elizabeth Goddard

MY REVIEW

This is a fast paced, faith-filled suspense. I really enjoyed all the twists and turns in this book. The suspense kept me turning the pages. I read this book in one day. That wouldn’t be as big of a deal except that I have been ill and in a reading funk of late. The fact that this book kept me entertained while coughing and hacking..and well, feeling terrible is pretty impressive.

Both main characters bring out a good faith theme. I know it can’t be easy to get that in such a fast paced read. I’m always thrilled to find a fast paced suspense writer that can put a good faith theme in the story. It was very well done.

I don’t read these books for the romance which may put me in the minority, but I don’t mind admitting it. It just seems the romance is always far too quick and just as fast paced as the suspense. It is a hit, but the characters do realize that they haven’t known each other very long, and that is figured into their relationship. I very much liked that.

If you like edge-of-your-seat suspense than this author is a definite read. I really enjoyed the story!

I received this book from the publisher. All opinions are my own.

An Honorable Deception

By Roseanna White

MY REVIEW

Wow…just WOW! I have been giving this a few days thought. I’m not quite sure how to write a review for this one. It’s all about what I liked right? Everything ( well, to be honest, I’m not an huge fan of love triangles. However, I knew how this one was going so that didn’t really bother me.) No spoilers? That’s SO hard for this one.

The characters give you so many feels in this read. Yes, we finally get Yates story, which is so very good. Of course, the readers get a terrific suspense story as well. The main characters join up with some special characters to flush out the criminals in this one. The book covers a tough subject, but the author brings a book that does it so well. The book also has joy, such fun, and one of the best faith themes I’ve ever read woven incredibly well into the foundation of the story and throughout each page. Each book in this three book series has just gotten better.

This is an incredibly well-written and well done novel covering prostitution and other crimes that really resonate ,sadly, very much in today’s world. The book is peppered with humor and faith that keeps it upbeat, intriguing, and enjoyable despite the difficult topic.

With fascinating characters, intrigue and suspense, hope and faith written as front and center this is a must read novel for Christian historical fiction readers everywhere. You don’t want to miss this one.

I received this book from the publisher. All opinions are my own.

Waiting for Christmas

By Lynn Austin

MY REVIEW

Waiting for Christmas is a sequel to the terrific novel All My Secrets. I so enjoyed this lovely story. It was wonderful to re-visit the characters.

The added characters to this novella are really well done. I’m generally not a big fan of novellas, but I really enjoyed this one since I had already met the main characters. The author did a fabulous job of introducing the readers to the new characters, though, making the read cozy and so well written.

It’s a charming, warm story filled with the spirit of Christmas. Adelaide gets to really experience so many joys of the season that money just cannot buy. Howard loves showing his lovely wife the joys he experienced at Christmas time. I love children in stories so adding in children was just a super sweet treat on top of a lovely story.

It’s a wonderful novella that brings out the joy and meaning of Christmas. I highly recommend it.

I received this book from the publisher. All opinions are my own.

A Christmas at Hotel del Coronado

By Kathleen Denly

MY REVIEW

Wonderful story of a daughter and her father spending a Christmas at a fancy hotel. The characters are incredibly well written in this novel. Who doesn’t love second chances, right? This read gives you a great second chance story.

I love the suspense in the story. It’s one of my favorite genres to read, and it is done well in this book. There are several twists and turns, and a terrific surprise for the readers. I knew something was going on with the characters, but one twist was a huge surprise! 

It has a fantastic faith theme, wonderful and fun characters, and enough suspense to keep the reader engaged and turning those pages! You don’t want to miss this wonderful Christmas novella! 

I received this book from the publisher. All opinions are my own.

Of Gold and Shadows

By Michelle Griep

MY REVIEW

This is a fabulous mystery suspense read! I always enjoy books by this author. This one did not disappoint. The character development is wonderful with both main characters growing throughout the story. Ami is a fascinating character who is definitely courageous and so passionate about Egyptian artifacts. Edmund is an introvert really, who has a wonderful heart.

The novel caught me from the beginning. The mystery and intrigue is incredibly well written, and it kept me turning the pages well into the night. There are several things going on throughout the book and a twist or two at the end. One came as quite a surprise to this reader.

I really enjoyed the faith theme in this story. It is very well woven throughout the story…and winding up with “Serving God is the legacy…” was a wonderful faith approach to this story.

This book has wonderful mystery, thrilling suspense, and incredibly well done characters. No historical fiction fan will want to miss this story.

I received this book from the publisher. All opinions are my own.

Coal Black Lies

By Cindy K Sproles

MY REVIEW

This won’t be a book that I soon forget. It has many twists and turns, so many characters that learn and grow, and a faith theme that is strong and true.

Nobody is perfect. Even if you don’t lie to everyone else. How many lies do we tell ourself and then convince ourself that they are true? Lies cause so many problems in this world, and we are surrounded by them. 

This book is full of forgiveness and redemption while showing love, truth, and innocence through a mentally handicapped child who is so incredibly sweet and loving. The main characters learn that they truly can trust and lean on “the everlasting arms.”

This was a five star read for me for so many reasons. Readers who love inspirational fiction will definitely want to get their hands on this novel.

I received this book from the publisher. All opinions are my own.

What I Promise You

By Liz Tolsma

MY REVIEW

Incredibly well done dual timeline story. I enjoyed ALL of this book. The characters are wonderful, the history fascinating, and the storyline so well crafted and beautifully written.
I usually have one story that I like more than the other, but I really loved both of the stories in this book.
I have read quite a few books by this author, and this is my favorite of hers so far. I was really captivated by the story and the history in this novel. It was all incredibly well done. I read this book in about 24 hours, and I highly recommend it.

I received this book from the publisher. All opinions are my own.

These Tangled Threads

by Sarah Loudin Thomas

MY REVIEW

Beautifully written book with wonderful, realistically flawed characters. These flawed characters are filled with experiences and circumstances used by the Master Weaver to create a more beautiful person. This doesn’t result in perfection, but in a beautiful masterpiece. We need to make better choices as our life’s story is woven. It will have flaws, but that makes each of us unique and helps us learn.

The book also has wonderful threads of forgiveness, hope, redemption, and love. The storyline is fascinating, and the book was really captivating. It is a beautifully done Appalachian story with the setting of Biltmore in the Carolinas.

Thoroughly enjoyed it.

I received this book from the publisher. All opinions are my own.