This is my second post for First Line Fridays and I am excited to be participating again! First Line Friday is hosted by Hoarding Books.
I am sharing from Bridge of Gold by Kimberley Woodhouse. Bridge of Gold is part of the Doors to the Past series. Each book is intended to be read as stand alone novels. Each book in the Doors to the Past series will feature a dual-time period romantic suspense story set against a historic American landmark.
Title: The Paris Betrayal
Author: James R. Hannibal
Publisher: Revell
Genre: Suspense, Christian Fiction, Thriller
My Review:
This book would be considered outside my comfort zone and a new-to-me author. While I love mystery and suspense novels, this one is more about spies and biochemical warfare. While it was not quite what I expected I found it to be an enjoyable, quick read. I would recommend reading the author's note at the end of the book before actually reading the book. I wish I had as the story would make even more sense that way, and you get a greater appreciation for the story.
Author: Kyle Wilson
Publisher: Kyle Wilson
Genre: Children's Fiction
My Review:
The title of Daddy Loves You is what drew me to this book. I had just reviewed another book that featured a father/son combo. Whereas that book discussed the adventures that the father and son went on, Daddy Loves You is about the fathers that cannot be there for their children for some reason. It is rare to see books featuring fathers, but two back-to-back encourages me that people are starting to give Dads back the respect that is due them.
Series: The Infamous Amish #2
Author: Patricia Johns
Publisher: Kensington Books
Genre: Amish/Christian Romance/Christian Fiction
My Review:
This is the second book in The Infamous Amish and I would highly recommend reading the first book, The Preacher's Son, before beginning this one. While this could be read as a standalone novel, it would be best to understand the backstory of the characters by reading the first novel.
Do you have a favorite book quote? I know most people have favorite author's or favorite genres, but for those of us who LOVE all things books...we also have favorite quotes. So, do you have a favorite book quote? I do. As a matter of fact, the one that I love the most I have a sticker of it...and it is on my computer!! This is the true story of all avid readers 😀
This is my first post for First Line Fridays and I am excited to be participating! First Line Friday is hosted by Hoarding Books.
Today for First Line Friday, I am sharing from The Preacher's Daughter, the second book in the Infamous Amish Series by Patricia Johns.
Author: Melissa Huggins
Publisher: Heather James Miller
Genre: Self-help/Nonfiction
My Review:
Has God ever bestowed upon you a gift that you were afraid to use? That is exactly what happened to Melissa Huggins and her story is the catalyst to her debut book, Now Unto Him.
Title: Never Miss
Author: Melissa Koslin
Publisher: Revell
Genre: Christian Fiction/Suspense
My Review:
"Sarah Jeane Rogers," she muttered. "Elizabeth Jeane Jones." Which ID to use this time?
The first line of Never Miss by Melissa Koslin entices the reader into a web of mystery and intrigue. From a complex plotline to the fast-paced race to prevent a lethal virus, this book is full of non-stop action and suspense, making it hard to put down.
Author: Amanda Green
Publisher: Yes She Can LLC
Genre: Children's fiction
My Review:
What do you think of when you hear Engineer? If you are like me, you likely think of a man who operates a locomotive. However, in Maya the Engineer young readers will explore several remarkable jobs that fall under the category of an engineer.
Series: Willow Brook: Secrets of the Pen #1
Author: Debra Torres
Publisher: Elk Lake Publishing, Inc.
Genre: Amish/Christian Fiction/Suspense
Source: Author provided
My Review:
"The hairs on the back of my neck stood up when I heard the noise again. The sound seemed almost human."
Title: An Amish Surprise
Series: Berlin Bookmobile #2
Author: Shelley Shepard Gray
Publisher: Gallery Books
Genre: Contemporary Fiction/Amish/Romance
My Review:
The bookmobile is back!!! I loved the first book in the series and couldn't wait to read this one.
Title: Courageous Simplicity: Abide in the Simple Abundance of Jesus
Author: (in)courage Ginger Kolbaba
Publisher: Revell
Genre: Bible Study/Devotional
My Review:
"The more you have, the more you are occupied. The less you have, the more free you are." -Mother Teresa
This is my second Bible Study by the (in)courage team and it will not be my last. (You can click here to see the review of the
Title: Hooked on You
Series: Maple Falls #1
Author: Kathleen Fuller
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
Genre: Contemporary fiction/Christian Fiction/Romance
Synopsis:
When her grandmother injures herself sliding into third base, Riley McAllister must return to her small hometown to help run the family yarn store in this sweet, lighthearted romantic comedy.
Title: Bambolina Advenutures
Author: Maria St. Clair
Publisher:
Genre: Children's Fiction
Synopsis:
A must-read magical and adventurous picture book. Based on true character and events. Perfect for young readers age 3-5.
Bambolina is a happy little girl who likes to go on adventures every
day and with the help of her little fairies everywhere she goes
everything comes to life.
Title: Potty-Training Day
Author: Akilah Trinay and Ziana T. Washington
Publisher: Revision Publishing LLC
Genre: Children's Fiction
Synopsis:
Together ZiZi and Mommy explore the joys, challenges and frustrations when transitioning from being a baby into becoming a Big Girl.
Series: Three Sisters Island #3
Author: Suzanne Woods Fisher
Genre: Contemporary Fiction/Romance
Publisher: Revell
Synopsis:
Blaine Grayson returns to Three Sisters Island with a grand plan--to take Camp Kicking Moose to the next level. Her dream starts to unravel when she discovers Moose Manor's kitchen has been badly remodeled by her sister, Cam, who doesn't know how to cook. Added to that blow is the cold shoulder given by her best friend, Artie Lotosky, now a doctor to the unbridged Maine islands.
Title: The Widow's Oil: Discovering God's Purpose in the Midst of Grief
Author: Nickcole Byrd
Publisher: Byrd Media LLC
Genre: Self-Help
Synopsis:
Simultaneously, I had experienced two untimely deaths. The death of my husband, and the death of a season in my life. After 24 years of marriage, God decided that this chapter was done. It was over. And there was nothing I could do to change it.
Title: The Boy Who Illustrated Happiness
Author: Victor Santos
Genre: Children's fiction
Synopsis:
Ben loves to draw. Drawing makes him happy, and he uses his drawing
talent to also make others around him happy. One day, he has an idea:
what if he started a Happiness Club? To become a member of the club, all
a child has to do is use their own unique talents to make another
member of the club happy. In this uplifting, diverse, and beautifully
illustrated book, children will learn how the exponential power of love,
respect, and friendship can be harnessed to make the world a happier
place for all.
My Review:
The cover of The Boy Who Illustrated Happiness is what first drew me to this book. It shows imagination and creativity and I wondered exactly what “illustrated happiness” meant. The Boy Who Illustrated Happiness is written by Victor D. O. Santos and is illustrated by Eszter Miklós. Victor has written several children’s books, all with the same goal, “to inspire young children to be respectful of differences and always strive to be a good person.”
Continue reading review on Reedsy Discovery here: https://reedsy.com/discovery/book/the-boy-who-illustrated-happiness-victor-santos#review
Title: The Legacy of Job's Wife
Author: Cynthia Koelker
Publisher: MD Books USA
Genre: Historical Fiction/Christian Fiction
Synopsis:
Meet the wife of Job,
whom many a preacher has criticized for her words of despair, dismissing
her as a mere footnote in their terrible tale of destruction.
But there has to be more to her story, as anyone who has endured grief or depression would know.