Chasing the White Lion by: James R. Hannibal Review

About

"There is plenty of international action and intrigue in this heist thriller. Give this suspenseful launch of Hannibal's Clandestine Service to fans of James Rollins and Tom Clancy who are looking for something new."--Booklist on The Gryphon Heist

In Talia's world everyone has an angle and no one escapes unscathed
CIA officer Talia Inger may have reconciled with the man who assassinated her father, but that doesn't mean she wants him hovering over her every move and unearthing the painful past she's trying to put behind her. Still, she'll need him--and the help of his star grifter, Valkyrie--if she hopes to infiltrate the Jungle, the first ever crowdsourced crime syndicate, to rescue a group of kidnapped refugee children.

But as Talia and her elite team of thieves con their way into the heart of the Jungle, inching ever closer to syndicate boss the White Lion, she'll run right up against the ragged edge of her family's dark past. In this game of cat and mouse, it's win . . . or die. And in times like that, it's always good to have someone watching your back.


James R. Hannibal is no stranger to secrets and adventure. A former stealth pilot from Houston, Texas, he has been shot at, locked up with surface-to-air missiles, and chased down a winding German road by an armed terrorist. He is a two-time Silver Falchion Award winner for his Section 13 mysteries for kids and a Thriller Award nominee for his Nick Baron covert ops series for adults. The author of The Gryphon Heist, James is a rare multisense synesthete, meaning all of his senses intersect. He sees and feels sounds and smells, and hears flashes of light. If he tells you the chocolate cake you offered smells blue and sticky, take it as a compliment.

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James R. Hannibal

James R. Hannibal is no stranger to secrets and adventure. A former stealth pilot from Houston, Texas, he has been shot at, locked up with surface-to-air missiles, and chased down a winding German road by an armed terrorist. He is a two-time Silver Falchion...

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My Review:
This is a great political thriller that kept me guessing until "The Frenzy". I was happy that there was a Christian main character. The plot played out like a spy movie, and I was impressed with how the author switched from Russia to Thailand. This is a great page turner and will definitely keep you reading. The plot turns were unexpected and the military tactics (leader, phases and equipment) added a feeling of suspense. I can not wait to read the next book in the series, and need to pick up the first. I am giving this book a 4/5. I was given a copy, all opinions are my own.

The Roll of the Drums by Jan Drexler Review

About

How far will she have to go to keep a promise?Ruby Weaver's curly red hair isn't the only thing that sets her apart from her Amish community in 1863. Twenty-eight and single, Ruby doesn't believe a woman needs to be married in order to be happy. Her ailing friend Lovinia Fischer, however, has other ideas and wants Ruby to promise to marry her husband after she dies. Never imagining she'd have to fulfill that vow, Ruby agrees. And she's not the only one. Lovinia has extracted a similar promise from her husband, Gideon.

With both Ruby and Gideon reluctant to keep their promises, a compromise must be reached. Ruby will spend her days with Gideon's family--helping to raise the children and keep the house--but her nights will be spent at her sister's neighboring house. The arrangement raises eyebrows in their conservative Amish community, and it soon becomes clear that Ruby must make a decision--marry Gideon or turn her back on her friend?


Jan Drexler brings a unique understanding of Amish traditions and beliefs to her writing. Her ancestors were among the first Amish, Mennonite, and Brethren immigrants to Pennsylvania in the 1700s, and their experiences are the inspiration for her stories. Jan lives in the Black Hills of South Dakota with her husband, where she enjoys hiking and spending time with her expanding family. She is the author The Sound of Distant Thunder, Hannah's Choice, Mattie's Pledge (a 2017 Holt Medallion finalist), and Naomi's Hope, as well as several Love Inspired historical novels.

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THE AUTHOR

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   Jan Drexler

   Jan Drexler brings a unique understanding of Amish traditions and beliefs to her writing. Her ancestors were among the first Amish, Mennonite, and Brethren immigrants to Pennsylvania in the 1700s, and their experiences are the inspiration for her stories. Jan...

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My Review:
This is a great story about promises. How far would you go to keep a promise that you never imagined would come into play? Ruby is an interesting character. She cares for her friend and the children, but she is not willing to get married. Even though she made a promise. she can not see herself getting married. I also liked that this book took place in the past, and in an Amish community, with so many different laws and inventions. It was a different time, however the vow between friends is timeless. Lovinia wanted her husband and kids to be taken care of after her passing, but did she plan on  Ruby making waves in their community? I liked that this story was written by someone with an Amish history, so it was more genuine. The ending was expected, but still enjoyable. I am giving this book a 4/5. I was given a copy, all opinions are my own.

The Day the Angels Fell by Shawn Smucker Book Review

About

"Shawn Smucker enchants with a deftly woven tale of mystery and magic that will leave you not only spellbound but wanting more."--Billy Coffey, author of There Will Be Stars


It was the summer of storms and strays and strangers. The summer that lightning struck the big oak tree in the front yard. The summer his mother died in a tragic accident--and young Samuel Chambers would have done anything to turn back time. Even today, he can hardly believe it all happened . . .

Prompted by three strange carnival fortune-tellers and the surfacing of his mysterious and reclusive neighbor, Sam begins his search for the Tree of Life--the only thing that could possibly bring his mother back.

His quest to defeat death will entangle him and his best friend Abra in an ancient conflict, forcing Sam to grapple with an unwelcome question.

Could it be possible that death is a gift?


"Neil Gaiman meets Madeleine L'Engle. I read it in two days!"--Anne Bogel, Modern Mrs. Darcy

Haunting and hypnotic, The Day the Angels Fell is a story that explores the difficult questions of life in a voice that is fresh, friendly, and unafraid. With this powerful debut, Shawn Smucker has carved out a spot for himself in the tradition of the great authors of literature for young readers.

For any person who has struggled with why bad things happen, this mesmerizing book will be both a comfort and a challenge.


Shawn Smucker lives with his wife and six children in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The Day the Angels Fell is his first novel.

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Endorsements

"Neil Gaiman meets Madeleine L'Engle. I read it in two days!"

Anne Bogel, Modern Mrs. Darcy

"Shawn Smucker enchants with a deftly woven tale of mystery and magic that will leave you not only spellbound but wanting more."

Billy Coffey, author of There Will Be Stars

My review,

Samuel Chambers is a man who has just had a really horrible experience. He has just lost his mother and will try anything to find out how to get her back. He starts to look for a Tree of Life that he thinks might be a way to find her and go back the way everything was before he lost her. Will this work? He has his friend Abra to help him, but will it be enough? What is Samuel going to do if this does not work? I give this book a 4/5. I was given this book and all opinions are mine.

THE AUTHOR

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   Shawn Smucker

   Shawn Smucker lives with his wife and six children in the city of Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The Day the Angels Fell is his first novel. You can find him online at www.shawnsmucker.com, where you can also sign up for his newsletter.

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Annabel Lee by Mike Nappa Review

Annabel Lee by Mike Nappa Fourteen miles east of Peachtree, Alabama, a secret is hidden. The secret's name is Annabel Lee. She doesn't know why her enigmatic uncle has stowed her deep underground in a military-style bunker. He's left her with a few German words, a barely controlled guard dog, and a single command: "Don't open that door for anybody, you got it? Not even me." Miles away in Atlanta, private investigator Trudi Coffey is visited by a mysterious older man calling himself Dr. Smith. He's been trailing a man for a decade--a man she met through her ex-partner Samuel Hill--and the trail has led him to her office. The last thing Trudi wants to do is to contact Samuel. But it will take both of them to unravel this mystery--before it's too late.

My Review: This is a great thriller. I really liked Trudi and her mysterious acquaintances. I enjoyed reading the book a few times and really had fun following all that was going on. The ending was okay, and I was curious how the author was going to get it to fit into book 2, which I already read here. All in all this is a fun detective series that has a lot of thrills along the way. I am giving this book a 4/5. I was given a copy, however all opinions are my own.

The Return by Suzanne Woods Fisher Book Review

About

In a wild country, the true cost of love may be more than they can bear
Beautiful and winsome, Betsy Zook never questioned her family's rigid expectations, nor those of devoted Hans--but then she never had to. Not until the night she's taken captive in a surprise Indian raid. Facing brutality and hardship, Betsy finds herself torn between her pious upbringing and the feelings she's developing for a native man who encourages her to see God in all circumstances.

Greatly anguished by Betsy's captivity, Hans turns to Tessa Bauer for comfort. She responds eagerly, overlooking troubling signs of Hans's hunger for revenge. But if Betsy is ever restored to the Amish, will things between Hans and Tessa have gone too far?

Inspired by true events, this deeply layered novel gives a glimpse into the tumultuous days of prerevolutionary Pennsylvania through the eyes of two young, determined, and faith-filled women.


Praise for the Amish Beginnings series
"This novel is a winner."--Publishers Weekly on Anna's Crossing
"A deeply satisfying story of conviction and hope."--Booklist on Anna's Crossing

"Full of adventure, suspense, an air of mystery, and sweet romance."--Christian Library Journal on The Newcomer

Suzanne Woods Fisher is an award-winning, bestselling author of more than two dozen novels, including Anna's Crossing and The Newcomer in the Amish Beginnings series, The Bishop's Family series, and The Inn at Eagle Hill series, as well as nonfiction books about the Amish, including Amish Peace and The Heart of the Amish. She lives in California. Learn more at www.suzannewoodsfisher.com and follow Suzanne on Twitter @suzannewfisher.


My review;
I have read a lot of books by Suzanne Woods Fisher and I really enjoyed this one. "The Return" tells us of a time that was long ago. Betty Zook is going to have to make a decision about her future. She is being held a prisoner by some Indians who have taken her from her family and all that she has ever known. Her boyfriend has even started to like someone else. Would she want to return to her past life if she could? What if no one is waiting for her? What can she do so that she can get free? Then there is an indian that she is starting to like...  I give this book a 5/5. I was given a copy by Litfuse Publicity. This is my opinion.

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   Suzanne Woods Fisher is an award-winning, bestselling author of more than two dozen novels, including Anna's Crossing, The Newcomer, and The Return in the Amish Beginnings series, The Bishop's Family series, and The Inn at Eagle Hill...

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Naomi's Hope by Jan Drexler Book Review

About

When the future is threatened by the past, can she trust herself to make the right choice?
Despite growing pains in her 1846 Amish community in Indiana, Naomi Schrock has settled into a comfortable life in her parents' home with her adopted son, Davey. Surrounded by family and friends, she tries not to think about the fact that she's not at the top of any man's list of potential wives. Yet when Cap Stoltzfus moves into the area and befriends Davey, Naomi finds herself caught between the plans she has made for her future and the tantalizing thought that Cap might be part of a life she never dared to hope for.

When a couple shows up claiming to be Davey's true family, Naomi and Cap must unite to make the decision that will determine the boy's future--as well as their own.


Praise for the Journey to Pleasant Prairie series
"With a tender hand, Jan Drexler teases out the threads of a romance that will captivate readers."--Family Fiction on Hannah's Choice

"Fans of Amish fiction will enjoy Drexler's tale of striking out in the wild unknown."
--Publishers Weekly on Mattie's Pledge


Jan Drexler brings a unique understanding of Amish traditions and beliefs to her writing. Her ancestors were among the first Amish, Mennonite, and Brethren immigrants to Pennsylvania in the 1700s, and their experiences are the inspiration for her stories. Jan lives in the Black Hills of South Dakota with her husband of thirty-five years. She is the author of The Prodigal Son Returns, A Mother for His Children (winner of the 2013 TARA award), and A Home for His Family (finalist for the 2016 Inspirational Reader's Choice Award), as well as Hannah's Choice and Mattie's Pledge.


My review;

Naomi Schrock has decided to live with her parents and a boy named Davey who she has adopted. This is a historical novel and it is the year 1846. She tries to make herself believe that she really does not want or need a husband. Capt. Stoltzfus has started to live near her and he is being very nice to Davey. Should she let herself even think at all that she might somehow have a chance at a different kind of future? Now she has a huge problem, people have shown up and are trying to claim her son. What is going to happen, now?  I give this book a 4/5.  I was given a copy. These are my opinions.

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   Jan Drexler

   Jan Drexler brings a unique understanding of Amish traditions and beliefs to her writing. Her ancestors were among the first Amish, Mennonite, and Brethren immigrants to Pennsylvania in the 1700s. Their experiences are the basis for her stories. Jan lives in...

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Wild Montana Skies by Susan May Warren Review

Wild Montana Skies by Susan May Warren "Watching Kacey and Ben maneuver past hurts and fall back in love made for a perfect afternoon reading. Wild Montana Skies is a wonderful love story."--Dee Henderson, author ofTaken The last thing Search and Rescue helicopter pilot Kacey Fairing needs upon returning home to Mercy Falls, Montana, is to run into her mistakes. After a devastating crash during her recent military tour in Afghanistan, she is emotionally broken but ready to start putting her life back together. She just wants to reconnect with her teenage daughter and spend the summer working as the new lead pilot of PEAK Rescue in Glacier National Park. But her mistakes aren't so easily forgotten. Because Ben King is also back in town. Country music star Ben King abandoned his past when he moved to Nashville thirteen years ago to start his career. He hoped to heal his broken heart, caused by losing the woman he loved. But when his father is injured, Ben is called home to help manage PEAK Rescue during his recovery. He doesn't realize his father has ulterior motives until his old flame, Kacey, walks into his house and back into his heart. Now, with Mercy Falls in a state of emergency due to flash floods, Kacey and Ben will have to work together to save lives. But when secrets are uncovered and old hurts rise to the surface, will they walk away again? Or can they find a different ending to their country love song?

My review; Ben King is a Country music star now, but unaware that his father is up to something he has come home to help him. He is already to do what he has to when he sees his girlfriend from the past show up. Ben is not at all ready to even think of starting anything with another woman because of a bad recent experience. Kacey Fairing is a helicopter pilot who is also getting over a bad experience in Afghanistan while on her past military tour. Now what? Here they are both back in Mercy Falls, Montana. Will either of them be able to keep old feelings from getting in the way of their job?  They have to work together during an emergency. I really enjoyed this story. I give this book a 4.5. I was given this book for a review and all opinions are mine.

The Raven by Mike Nappa Book Review

The Raven by Mike Nappa "A thrill ride."--Tosca Lee, New York Times bestselling author As part of his street performance, a deception specialist who goes by the name The Raven picks his audience's pockets while they watch. It's harmless fun--until he decides to keep the wallet of a prominent politician, hoping for a few extra bucks. When he finds compromising photos of the councilman and his "personal assistants," The Raven hatches a plan to blackmail the man. However, he quickly finds himself in over his head with the Ukrainian Mafia and mired in a life-threatening plot code-named "Nevermore." Private investigators Trudi Coffey and Samuel Hill must scramble to sort out the clues to rescue The Raven from a wild card bent on revenge. "The Raven is a delightful romp. Mike Nappa holds to a breathless pace in his new story, one that is sure to thrill his growing and well-deserved readership."--Thomas Locke, bestselling and award-winning novelist, author of Emissary and Trial Run

My review;
"The Raven" by author Mike Nappa is full of suspense and thrills. An actor who performs by using the name The Raven, loves to steal whatever he can from people in his audience while they are watching his show. It is all going well when he gets more than he bargains for, when he decides to steal money from a well known person. He cannot leave well enough alone and then he tries to get more money from him. What is he going to do when he is in big trouble with the Ukrainian  Mafia? Will Trudi Coffey and Samuel Hill who are private investigators be able to keep him safe?  I give this book a 4/5. I was given this book for a review and these are my opinions.

Kit Kat & Lucy The Coutry Cats Who Changed a City Girl's World by Lonnie Hull DuPont

Kit Kat and Lucy by Lonnie Hull DuPont "Genuinely moving, poignant, hilarious (cue a mouse dropping from the ceiling), and ultimately compelling as Lonnie Hull DuPont experiences the sustaining power of love in furry form."--Susy Flory, author or coauthor of eleven books, including Thunder Dog, a New York Times bestseller After years of vibrant city life in San Francisco, Lonnie Hull DuPont reluctantly trades her three-room apartment on Telegraph Hill for a farmhouse in Michigan. She immediately misses the rhythm and the pace of the city, and the isolation of country living has her longing for something more. Enter Kit Kat, an obsessive-compulsive tortoiseshell, and Lucy, a playful Russian Blue who can nail a bat right out of the air. These stray cats arrive a year apart and each ask to move into the farmhouse--and ultimately DuPont's heart. From the hysterical process of getting two strange cats to like each other to the exciting years of watching those cats thrive--and inspire DuPont in the process--this book is the heartwarming story of how one woman's world would never be the same.

My review;

Lonnie Hull DuPont has left San Francisco behind and has moved to Michigan. She really feels very lonely and wishes she was both with other people. Then 2 cats show up and change her life. Kit Kat comes first then Lucy. Will these two cats get along? Anyone who loves cats should make sure that they do not miss this book. It is a treasure and a treat to read. I enjoyed this book very much. Right now I have 4 cats and I love each and everyone of them. I give this book a 5/5. I was given this book for a review by revel Publishing Company and these are my opinions.

When Love Arrives by Johnnie Alexander Book Review

When Love Arrives

by Johnnie Alexander

Dani had planned to spy on Brett--so how did she end up on a date with him? 

Dani Prescott can't believe the lie Brett Somers is trying to sell to the media. During an interview about the plane crash that killed his parents, he blamed Dani's mother. But the crash killed her as well. Vowing to restore her mother's reputation, Dani has been following Brett and taking photos, hoping to find something she can use to discredit him. But when she catches his eye instead, she quickly finds herself agreeing to a date. Brett knows this mystery girl is hiding something--but he's got his own secrets to keep. What will happen when he discovers who she really is?

My Review;

Who does Brett Somers think he is? Dani Prescott is sick of him lying. Brett has told anyone that listened that it was her mother's fault that his parents died in a plane crash. Dani Prescott also has lost her mother because of this crash. Dani realized that she is the only one that can fix this and show that it was not her mother's fault. What else can she do?  He has seen her taking pictures and has asked her out. She cannot tell him that she was actually spying on him so she says okay. Brett really is intrigued by her. But what is going to happen when he finds out who her mother was? Is this the start of something else? I give this book a 4/5. I was given this book by Revell Publishing Company and these are my opinions.

The Road We Traveled by Jane Kirkpatrick Book Review

This Road We Traveled

by Jane Kirkpatrick

Tabitha Brown refuses to be left behind in Missouri when her son makes the decision to strike out for Oregon--even if she has to hire her own wagon to join the party. After all, family ties are stronger than fear.

Along with her reluctant daughter and her ever-hopeful granddaughter, the intrepid Tabitha has her misgivings. The trials they face along the way will severely test her faith, courage, and ability to hope. With her family's survival on the line, she must make the ultimate sacrifice, plunging deeper into the wilderness to seek aid. What she couldn't know was how this frightening journey would impact how she understood her own life--and the greater part she had to play in history.

With her signature attention to detail and epic style, New York Times bestselling author Jane Kirkpatrick invites you to travel the deadly and enticing Oregon Trail. Based on actual events, This Road We Traveled inspires the pioneer in all of us.


My review;
Even though Tabitha Brown is an older woman she wants to be with her children and grandchildren. Her son and daughter, as well as her granddaughter are going to Oregon. She has decided that she is not going to stay in Missouri by herself. This is the story of their journey across many obstacles. They have love , faith and they are trying to make sure that it will be enough to keep them safe. The Oregon Trail was unimaginable to the people who wanted a new life at any cost. What will she be able to do if they really find themselves in trouble? Will she make it? Will the ones she loves live? I give this book a 4/5. I was given this book by Revell Publishing Company and all opinions are my.

Tangled Webs by Irene Hannon Review

Tangled Webs by Irene Hannon Finn has packed away his combat instincts--but he may need them again when danger begins to stalk his quiet hideaway . . .  After a disastrous Middle East mission ends his six-year Army Ranger career, Finn McGregor needs some downtime. A peaceful month in the woods sounds like the perfect way to decompress. But peace isn't on the agenda once he crosses paths with publishing executive Dana Lewis, a neighbor who is nursing wounds of her own. Someone seems bent on disrupting her stay in the lakeside cabin she inherited from her grandfather. As Finn and Dana work together to discover who is behind the disquieting pranks, the incidents begin to take on a menacing tone. And when it becomes apparent Dana's foe may have deadly intent, Finn finds himself back in the thick of the action--ready or not. Bestselling author and three-time RITA Award winner Irene Hannon draws readers into a web of psychological suspense where danger lurks in dark corners . . . and keeps them captive until the very last page. My Review: This is a great finale to the Men Of Valor series. From the very beginning I knew that Finn was not going to get the peace and quiet he wanted. I just didn't realize that Dana was going to be why. They make a great couple and they are enjoyable to watch. I was unsure who was going after them until the end of the story. I also liked catching up on old friends from the previous books in the series. I am giving this book a 5/5. All opinions are my own.

Without Warning by Lynette Eason Review

Without Warning by Lynette Eason Intensity. Skill. Tenacity. The bodyguards of Elite Guardians Agency have it all. Katie Singleton, a partner with the Elite Guardians Protection Agency, stumbles upon her next assignment quite by accident. Spotting blue lights at a familiar restaurant, she stops to investigate, only to discover that owner Daniel Matthews has become the target of someone who will go to any lengths to put him out of business. Daniel might be concerned, but he's not convinced that a bodyguard--and a female one at that--is necessary. A new attack and his niece's urgings are enough to make him reconsider. He and Katie must figure out who's behind the intimidation and threats--before a would-be killer strikes again.

My review:

This is the second book in the "Elite Guardians" series by author Lynette Eason. Daniel Matthews owns a restaurant and there is someone who is trying to make him close it down. He is not afraid though. Katie Singleton who is a partner in the guardians discovers that he is in trouble when she sees blue lights in the restaurant. Daniel is finally convinced that he needs a protector by his niece and after he is attacked again. They will have to work together to catch the suspects. Will she be able to keep him safe, even if she is a woman? Will they ever find the criminals? I was given this book for a review. I give this book a 4/5. They are my opinions.

To Follow Her heart by Rebecca DeMarino Book Review

To Follow Her Heart

by Rebecca DeMarino

Duty and love are powerful forces. Only one has the power to make her life complete.

It is 1664 and Patience Terry is devastated to learn that Captain Jeremy Horton's ship has been shipwrecked off the coast of Barbados. There were no survivors. She had hoped that Jeremy would someday give up the sea and settle down with her in Southold, Long Island.

Unaware his memorial service is being planned, Jeremy sails aboard a British warship with secret orders to attack New Amsterdam and claim it for the British Crown. When he makes his surprise return to Southold--and to an overjoyed Patience--it's not quite the happily-ever-after his beloved had hoped for.

With a finely tuned sense for authentic historical characters and settings, Rebecca DeMarino plunges you into a world of tall ships, daring journeys, and yearning hearts




My review:

"To Follow Her Heart " is written by author Rebecca DeMarino. Patience Terry has always wanted Captain Jeremy Horton to be her future.   Captain Horton has a ship and he loves the sea. When Patience finds out that his ship has sunk and no one was saved she is full of grief. Jeremy does not know that people believe that he has died and he just goes on with his mission. He is now sailing on a British ship that has orders that are being kept secret to claim New Amsterdam for the British. He surprises everyone when he does come back to Southhold. But, things will never be the same again. This is a story of love, hope and forgiveness. Will any of these things help to show them a future? Does he really care enough about her to give up his  sea life? I was given this book for a  review and these are my opinions.

What Matters Most by Kellie Coates Gilbert Book Review and Book Tour

About

Just when she can't take it anymore, Leta finally catches a break. But when things seem too good to be true, they often are.
Finding her dream job went right out the window when Leta Breckenridge had to quit school to help care for her mother suffering from dementia. When a delinquent account may force her mother into a less desirable facility, Leta is thrilled to land a high-paying job at an Austin public relations firm. But her seemingly ideal job turns into a nightmare when she learns the firm is a front for a political opposition organization--and that the research she's been collecting will be used against Nathan Emerson, the handsome senator she's swiftly falling in love with.

Nathan is a rising political star being pressured to run a bid to unseat the current governor of Texas. He's already in a relationship with a woman much better suited to be a politician's wife, but he's never met anyone like Leta. Could this feisty woman hold the key to his heart--and his future?

With emotional depth and keen insight into what drives us, Kellie Coates Gilbert offers a salient story that calls us to consider what we value most in this life.
Kellie Coates Gilbert is a former legal investigator and trial paralegal and the author of A Woman of Fortune, Where Rivers Part, and A Reason to Stay. Gilbert crafts her emotionally charged stories about women in life-changing circumstances in Dallas, Texas, where she lives with her husband. Learn more at www.kelliecoatesgilbert.com.

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Endorsements

"Kellie Coates Gilbert offers up another blockbuster in What Matters Most. Strong characters, political intrigue, and romance keep you on the edge of your seat until the end."
Ane Mulligan, author of Home to Chapel Springs

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Reviews

Praise for the Texas Gold Collection"This tale of family and faith brings to light what truly matters in life."--RT Book Reviews, 4 stars

"Kellie Coates Gilbert delivers emotionally gripping plots and authentic characters."--LifeIsStory.com

"Well-drawn, sympathetic characters and graceful language make this an engaging choice for readers."--Library Journal

"Once again Gilbert's seasoned pen paints a heart-tugging, emotional landscape as unpredictable and stunning as a Texas spring. Kellie gathers the broken shards of a woman's life and with masterful precision pieces together a poignant and victorious story of committed love."--Lynne Gentry, author of The Carthage Chronicles

"When I want a powerful read full of emotion and angst, my go-to author is Kellie Coates Gilbert. A Reason to Stay delivers on all counts. I cheered, I cried, I fell in love. An excellent read."--Deeanne Gist, bestselling author of Tiffany Girl
"A fast-paced, emotionally poignant read. With a strong premise, clever characterization, and a heroine you'll root for until the very last page, Gilbert is sure to win the hearts of her readers with A Reason to Stay."--Nicole Deese, bestselling author of the Letting Go series and A Cliché Christmas"A deeply honest portrayal of one woman's battle for her life and marriage. A Reason to Stay is an absolute must-read for anyone who has ever doubted the power of love. Kellie Coates Gilbert has given readers another unforgettable story."--Tina Ann Forkner, author of Waking Up Joy

My review;

What else is Leta Breckenridge have to endure? She has left school because her mother was sick and she has taken care of her. She finally gets a good job and everything seems to be a little better. Leta has met a man named Nathan Emerson and she thinks she may be in love. There are some that are asking Nathan to run for office. Can Leta make him notice her even though he has a girlfriend. What will happen if Nathan does notice her? Will they get together? How will two different people get along? I was given this book by Revell Publishing Company ad these are all my opinions. I give this book a 4/5.

Missing by Lisa Harris Book Review

About

"A thrill ride from start to finish."RT Book Reviews, 4½ stars, Top Pick on Vendetta
Nikki Boyd isn't usually called in on homicides; her forte is missing persons. But when a case with two murdered and two missing pops up on a quiet suburban street, she's ready to start the investigation and find missing homeowners Mac and Lucy Hudson. When the first clues lead her to the boat of her friend Tyler Grant--and another dead body--Nikki must untangle what ties Tyler to the Hudsons. The clues pull her into a deadly maze of counterfeit drugs and a killer who will stop at nothing to silence anyone who threatens his business--including Nikki.

Christy Award-winning and bestselling author Lisa Harris puts you right into the action in this fast-paced thriller.


Praise for Vendetta
"With this explosive first book in the Nikki Boyd Files, Lisa Harris takes readers on a fast-paced pursuit of justice that will have them holding their breath until the heart-stopping finish."--Christian Retailing

"Harris will take [readers] on a fast-paced search for answers that will last up until the very fearful finish."--Suspense Magazine

"A tight story with unpredictable twists at every turn, Vendetta will leave you looking over your shoulder till the very end."--LifeIsStory.com


Lisa Harris is a bestselling author, a Christy Award winner, and the winner of the Best Inspirational Suspense Novel for 2011 from Romantic Times. She is the author of nearly thirty books, including the Southern Crimes series and Vendetta, winner of the Romantic Times Best Inspirational Suspense Novel for 2015. Harris and her family have spent twelve years living as missionaries in southern Africa. Learn more at www.lisaharriswrites.com.

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   Lisa Harris

   Lisa Harris is a bestselling author, a Christy Award winner, and the winner of the Best Inspirational Suspense Novel for 2011 from Romantic Times. She has sold over thirty novels and novella collections. Along with her husband, she and her three...
   

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Reviews

Praise for Vendetta
"A thrill ride from start to finish, the first book in Harris's Nikki Boyd Files series is filled with twists and surprises. This is exactly the kind of suspense novel that readers are looking for--one to keep them involved and intrigued throughout. Nikki is a relatable character, and her career as a missing persons investigator makes for a captivating story."--RT Book Reviews, 4½ stars, Top Pick

"With this explosive first book in the Nikki Boyd Files, Lisa Harris takes readers on a fast-paced pursuit of justice that will have them holding their breath until the heart-stopping finish."--Christian Retailing
"Harris will take [readers] on a fast-paced search for answers that will last up until the very fearful finish. The story is fueled with misleading dangers, and the character is so fascinating that fans will be waiting impatiently to see what adventure Nikki Boyd will have next."--Suspense Magazine"A tight story with unpredictable twists at every turn, Vendetta will leave you looking over your shoulder till the very end."--LifeIsStory.com

"Filled with red herrings and heart-pounding danger, Vendetta will leave readers anxiously awaiting Nikki Boyd's next adventure."--Irene Hannon, bestselling author of the Private Justice series

My review:

 This is part of the series called "The Nikki Boyd Files' by Lisa Harris. Most of the time Nikki Boyd helps out when people disappear. But, in this case she has been asked to help on a murder case. There are two people that have been murdered and now she is trying to find two others that lived on this street. Tyler Grant is Nikki's friend and she has found someone else dead on his boat. Does Tyler know these dead people? Is he part of the murders? Maybe she should just stop trying to figure it out because there are people out there that are not happy with her snooping. I give this book a 4/5. I was given this book by Revell Publishing Company and these are my opinions.

Honor Redeemed by Christine Johnson Book Review and Book Tour

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About

Her future--and her heart--hang in the balance.
Two years ago, Prosperity Jones waved farewell to her beloved David as the army sent him to faraway Key West. Now with her parents gone, she has but one prospect for the future: make the dangerous journey from Nantucket to Key West to reunite with David and secure a happier life.

But when Prosperity arrives penniless in the South, she is dismayed to find David has not been eagerly awaiting their reunion. In fact, he is married to someone else. Scrambling to survive and nursing a broken heart, Prosperity gains the friendship--and the affection--of a kind doctor. Could he be the answer to her loneliness? Or will her life be upended by circumstance yet again?

With a deft hand, Christine Johnson fills the senses with the sights, sounds, and smells of Key West in this heartwarming story of honor lost, honor redeemed, and a love forged in adversity.


Praise for Love's Rescue
"A fast-moving story of forbidden love and shipwreck rescues. . . . This action-packed tale is one to keep readers engaged . . . from the first page to the last."--RT Book Reviews

"Johnson initiates another swoon-worthy historical series with this emotionally charged romance in which passions run high and things are not always what they seem."--Library Journal

"The first in Johnson's Keys of Promise series sails off to a strong start with a sweet love story that skillfully incorporates fascinating facts about the nineteenth-century salvage and wrecking trade into a quietly moving plot about the importance of family, faith, and forgiveness."--Booklist

Christine Johnson is the author of Love's Rescue, as well as several books for Steeple Hill and Love Inspired. She was twice named a finalist for Romance Writers of America's Golden Heart Award. When not writing, she loves to hike and explore God's majestic creation. These days, she and her husband, a Great Lakes ship pilot, split their time between northern Michigan and the Florida Keys.

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   Christine Johnson

   Christine Johnson is the author of several books for Steeple Hill and Love Inspired and has been twice named a finalist for Romance Writers of America's Golden Heart® award. When not writing, she loves to hike and explore God's majestic creation. These...
   

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Reviews

Praise for Love's Rescue
"Johnson initiates another swoon-worthy historical series with this emotionally charged romance in which passions run high and things are not always what they seem. Perfect for fans of Melody Carlson and Rachel Hauck."--Library Journal
"Love's Rescue is a fast-moving story of forbidden love and shipwreck rescues. Elizabeth Benjamin's independence is refreshing, as she is a headstrong woman who is not afraid to pursue what she desires. This action-packed tale is one to keep readers engaged and rooting for her from the first page to the last."--RT Book Reviews
"The first in Johnson's inspirational romance Keys of Promise series sails off to a strong start with a sweet love story that skillfully incorporates fascinating facts about the nineteenth-century salvage and wrecking trade into a quietly moving plot about the importance of family, faith, and forgiveness."--Booklist

"Johnson has penned a tale worthy of anyone who has ever dreamed of high seas adventure with this first book in her Keys of Promise series. Filled with romance, adventure, and drama, Love's Rescue takes readers to the far South, where mannerisms and rules often stifled dreams and desires."--CBA Retailers+Resources

My review:

Prosperity Jones thought she had her whole future figured out. She was going to marry David and live a great life. He has gone where the army sent him so she must go alone to find him in Key West. When she finally sees him after two years she finds out that he has another wife, What is going to do with no money? She cannot go back where she came from. She has to find a way to take care of herself in this new town. She tries to make sure that she does not see David again. This is a very fast moving romance. What will happen to her? I give this book a 4/5. I  was given this book by Revell Publishing Company and these are my opinions.

The Quieting and The Imposter by Suzanne Woods Fisher Book Review

About
It was a well-laid plan--but it wasn't her plan . . .
It's all her grandmother's fault. For the last few months, Abigail Stoltzfus has helped her father with his genealogical research, hoping that breaking through a client's brick wall would also break his melancholy. But now her intrusive grandmother has set her sights on marrying off Abigail and insists she come to Stoney Ridge, where there is a plethora of eligible bachelors. 

Except that Mammi is mistaken. There are no eligible bachelors in Stoney Ridge, barring one, and he's all wrong. Dane Glick has the wrong last name and the wrong relatives--including the bishop who is at odds over a church matter with Abigail's uncle, minister David Stoltzfus. 

As the conflict grows, setting family against family, it's becoming clear that the path to a solution may lead to a Quieting--a removal of a church leader. But for which one? And when Abigail stumbles onto a curious connection during her genealogical research, it could help David solve one problem--but will it create another?


Suzanne Woods Fisher is an award-winning, bestselling author whose most recent novels include The Imposter, Anna's Crossing, and The Inn at Eagle Hill series, as well as nonfiction books about the Amish, including Amish Peace and The Heart of the Amish. She lives in California. Learn more at www.suzannewoodsfisher.com and follow Suzanne on Twitter @suzannewfisher.

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   Suzanne Woods Fisher

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Reviews

"Fisher is a talented author who knows what readers have come to expect from her novels and always gives them more."
RT Book Reviews, 4-star review

"Fisher's deliciously heartwarming contemporary Amish romance, the second in the Bishop's Family series (after The Imposter), picks up a few months after the first left off and is told from a variety of viewpoints. . . . This fascinating glimpse into a closed culture explores the depth and breadth of its members' commonalities and differences. The deftly written tale of life, love, and faith is filled with a delightful cast of characters. "
Publishers Weekly, starred reviews

My review;

I just finished reading the second book in "The Bishop's Family" by Suzanne Woods Fisher called "The Quieting"  Abigail Stolzfus is helping her father with genealogical research. She hoped that it would help him through depression. Not only does she have to help him, but her grandmother wants her to get married. Mammi wants her to come to Stoney Ridge to find a husband. The only person that Abigail might like is not one that they approve of. The church is not happy with him. Will they ever be able to have a future? Will the families ever get along. This is a story of love and family. I give this book a 4/5. I was given this book by Revell Publishing and these are all my opinions.

I also really enjoyed book one and was enthralled with the way Katrina handles business affairs. She needs to open up her heart a second time, but will she be able to? I am giving book 1, The Imposter, a 4/5. I was given a copy to review, however all opinions are my own.

All Summer Long by Melody Carlson Book Tour and Book review

All Summer Long by Melody Carlson Book Review

Where to Purchase

• Baker Retail
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• Christianbook.com

About

She's ready to take on a new challenge. What she doesn't expect is an old flame.
Tia D'Amico is thrilled to move to San Francisco to help her aunt transform an old luxury yacht into an upscale floating restaurant. What's not to love? Sunset dinner cruises, posh wedding receptions--the possibilities are endless and far more appetizing than staying in a monotonous job in her Podunk hometown. Besides, some of her best memories are tied to San Francisco--especially the memory of Leo Parker, her crush from a long-ago sailing camp.

When Leo Parker himself turns out to be the yacht's captain, Tia is floating on air. But will it all come crashing down around her when she discovers his heart belongs to someone else?

Get ready for a romantic summer in San Francisco, where the future glistens brighter than the Bay at sunset.


Praise for Once Upon a Summertime
"Carlson kicks off her new series with this heartwarming and uplifting novel about taking a chance on fulfilling your dreams. . . . A pleasant summer escape."--Library Journal
"Sweet, romantic, and endlessly entertaining."--Christian Manifesto
"[The] perfect summer read for a day at the beach."--CBA Retailers + ResourcesMelody Carlson is the award-winning author of over two hundred books with sales of more than 6.5 million. She received a Romantic Times Career Achievement Award in the inspirational market for her many books, including Finding Alice. She and her husband live in central Oregon. Learn more at www.melodycarlson.com.

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   Melody Carlson

   Melody Carlson is the award-winning author of over two hundred books with sales of more than five million. She is the author of several Christmas books from Revell, including the bestselling The Christmas Bus, The Christmas Dog, and Christmas...
   
   

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Reviews

Praise for Once Upon a Summertime
"A hardworking girl finds her happily-ever-after ending in Melody Carlson's heartwarming tale. Readers will cheer Anna's journey as a summer of new beginnings becomes a summer of unexpected love."--Lisa Wingate, bestselling author of The Prayer Box and The Story Keeper
"Carlson (The Christmas Joy Ride) kicks off her new series with this heartwarming and uplifting novel about taking a chance on fulfilling your dreams. Carlson's fairy-tale romance is not without its ups and downs, but readers will root for her likable protagonists to find their happy ending. A pleasant summer escape for readers of new adult fiction and contemporary romance."--Library Journal
"Sweet, romantic, and endlessly entertaining, this romp through the storied streets of New York City will enchant readers. Melody Carlson has created characters so charming that readers will long to meet them in the lobby of the stunning Rothsberg Hotel."--Christian Manifesto
"In this the first in the Follow Your Heart series, Carlson takes readers to New York City and the exciting world of starting and running a hotel. Anna is an enchanting character, and the romance develops naturally. Overall, this is a fun new series."--RT Book Reviews
"This perfect summer read for a day at the beach is sure to fill many readers' summers."--CBA Retailers + Resources

My review
Wow, it is going to be a lot of fun.Tia D'Amiico is going to help her aunt in San Francisco make a restaurant out of an old yacht. She is hoping that it is going to be very exciting and glamorous. When she gets there she cannot believe that she sees the man that you used to like when she was younger. Leo Parker is now the captain of the yacht that her aunt is transforming. All is going great until she is told that he has a girlfriend. Will her summer be ruined? I give this book a 4/5. I was given this book by Revell Publishing Company and these are my opinions.