It’s Monday! What Are You Reading? is a place to meet up and share what you have been, and are planning to read over the week. It’s an opportunity to visit and comment and add to your TBR pile! This meme is hosted by Kathryn at The Book Date. I finished 6 books this week but don't have time to do all the updates but if you are interested all reviews are on my blog 😀
Currently Reading:
Series: The Graham Brothers #1
Author: Emma St. Clair
Publisher: Amazon Digital Services
Genre: Romantic Comedy, Contemporary, Humor, Fiction
Source: e-copy provided Bought my own paperback :)
My Review:
By now you all know I am a huge fan of Emma St. Clair. I loved her Love Cliche' series and I was excited about this book.
Author: Mike Marty
Publisher: Michael Marty
Genre: Essays, Christian Nonfiction
Source: Author provided
My Review:
Mike Marty is the owner of the KLUV radio station. He reached out to me and requested I read his book. I like listening to the KLUV radio station so I decided to give it a try. (edited to add: when he wrote this book he was not aware of K-LOVE radio station).
We made it to Friday!! It has been a really long week around here. Any plans for the weekend? We are once again supposed to get some winter weather tonight, so not sure how that will affect our weekend. Welcome back to First Line Friday hosted by Carrie at Reading is My SuperPower!! I am also linking up with Gilion on Rose City Reader for Book Beginnings. This is where you share the beginning of the book that you are reading. To join in the fun grab the book you are reading and leave a comment with the first line (or your link). This week I am reading Being Untwisted: Deciphering Christianity's Malignant, Evolving, Ulterior Purpose by Mike Marty.
Author: Julie Klassen
Publisher: Bethany House
Genre: Historical Fiction,
Source: Publisher provided
My Review:
I love the cover of this book and its attention to detail. I enjoyed the mystery element as well. The story had a slow build and picked up quite a bit toward the middle.
Series: The Bleecker Street Inquiry Agency #1
Author: Jen Turano
Narrator: Andrea Emmes
Publisher: Two Words Publishing
Genre: Christian Fiction, Historical Fiction, Mystery, Romance
Source: Hoopla
Can't-Wait Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted at Wishful Endings, to spotlight and discuss the books we're excited about that we have yet to read. Typically they are books that have not been released yet. This week I am sharing Malicious Intent by Lynn H. Blackburn. I LOVED the first book in the series, Unknown Threat and have been waiting for Malicious Intent since I finished the last page!!! Malicious Intent is the second book in the Defend and Protect series and is set to release March 1, 2022.
Author: Alisa Childers
Publisher: Tyndale
Genre: Christian Nonfiction, Religion, Theology
Source: Library
My Review:
Alisa Childers is a wife, mom, blogger, author, and was a member of the band ZOEgirl. I read this book because Sarah Geringer put it on her best Christian books she read in 2021 list. It sounded interesting, so I thought, "why not?"
It’s Monday! What Are You Reading? is a place to meet up and
share what you
have been, and are planning to read over the week. It’s an opportunity
to visit and comment and add to your TBR pile! This meme is hosted by
Kathryn at The Book Date. I finished 5 books this week but don't have time to do all the updates but if you are interested all reviews are on my blog 😀
Currently reading:
Author: Cynthia Ruchti
Publisher: Guideposts
Genre: Contemporary Fiction, Christian Fiction
Source: Own
My Review:
I was introduced to Cynthia Ruchti's works last year. Ever since I have been on a quest to find her books. I want to read them all. I love her writer's voice. It is unique and engaging.
Author: Todd Doughty
Illustrator: Josie Portillo
Publisher: Penguin Life
Genre: Nonfiction, Self-Help
Source: Library
My Review:
I had never heard of Todd Doughty before one of my bookish friends recommended this book.
Series: Rocky Mountain Courage #2
Author: Elizabeth Goddard
Publisher: Revell
Genre: Suspense, Christian Fiction, Romance
Source: Library
My Review:
Deadly Target is the second novel of the Rocky Mountain Courage series.
Series: Archer Brothers #2
Author: Karen Witemeyer
Narrator: Cynthia Darlow
Publisher: Recorded Books, Inc.
Genre: Christian Fiction, Historical Fiction, Christian Romance
Source: Hoopla
My Review:
I am not a huge historical fiction fan but I really adore Karen Witemeyer's stories!
Author: Agatha Christie
Publisher: William Collins Son & Co. LTd 1949
Genre: Mystery, Fiction,
Source: Owned
My Review:
It had been years since I read Agatha Christie, so it was like reading a new author. I wasn't quite sure what to expect.
Can't-Wait Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted at Wishful Endings,
to spotlight and discuss the books we're excited about that we have yet
to read. Typically they are books that have not been released yet. This week I am sharing Counterfeit Love by Crystal Caudill. This debut novel is expected to release February 15, 2022. I am excited to read this one because it sounds so good and I love supporting new authors!
Happy Tuesday my bookish friends!! I hope you all had a fabulous weekend! We had an ice storm come through on Sunday with a little bit of snow, so we were in Sunday and Monday (not complaining!). I enjoyed the time to read, blog, and spend with my family with very little distractions.Today's Top Ten Tuesday topic is 2021 new releases that I was excited to get to, but didn't. At first I didn't think I would have that many, but looking back I actually had 32 books that I was really looking forward to and wanting to read. Top Ten Tuesday is hosted by That Artsy Reader Girl and you can head over there to see what our other bookish friends are up to today!
The Top Ten (or you know 12) 2021 New Releases I really wish I had gotten to in 2021:
Author: Jessica Kate
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
Genre: Christian Fiction, Contemporary Romance
Source: Library
My Review:
Love and Other Mistakes is Jessica Kate's debut novel.It was published in 2019. The good thing is that it does not read like a debut novel.
Author: Ruth Soukup
Publisher: Zondervan
Genre: Christian Nonfiction, self-help, Christian Living
Source: Owned
My Review:
Ruth Soukup is a new author to me. I grabbed this book by the title and cover, not knowing what it was about. I think on some level, we all want to declutter our homes, minds and souls.
Author: Erin Bartels
Publisher: Revell
Genre: Fiction, Contemporary
Source: Revell
My Review:
I have enjoyed Erin Bartels previous works. When I saw she had a new book coming out, I immediately requested it. However, this book should come with a trigger warning, especially for sensitive readers. This is a very heavy book dealing with sexual abuse.
We made it to Friday!! It has been a really long week around here. Any plans for the weekend? I am planning to rest a lot this weekend, not feeling the greatest today. We are supposed to get some winter weather on Sunday (let it snow!!) so we probably won't be going to church. I also plan to do quite a bit of reading and blogging. Welcome back to
First Line Friday hosted by Carrie
at Reading is My SuperPower!! I am also linking up with Gilion on Rose City Reader
for Book Beginnings. This is where you share the beginning of the book that you are reading. To join in the fun grab the book you are reading and
leave a comment with the first line (or your link). This week I am reading Deadly Target by Elizabeth Goddard. It is the second book in the Rocky Mountain Courage series.
Series: Archer Brothers #1
Author: Karen Witemeyer
Narrator: Pilar Witherspoon
Publisher: Recorded Books Inspirational
Genre: Historical Fiction, Christian Fiction, Romance
Source: Hoopla
Can't-Wait Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted at Wishful Endings,
to spotlight and discuss the books we're excited about that we have yet
to read. Typically they are books that have not been released yet. This week I am sharing Threads of Hope by Leslie Gould. It is the third book in the Plain Patterns series and releases February 1, 2022. I love Amish/Plain stories and I love the theme of hope.
Happy Tuesday my bookish friends!! Today's Top Ten Tuesday topic is most recent additions to my book collection. I have done this recently so will link them below. I think I will list ten books I would love to own as my topic for today. Top Ten Tuesday is hosted by That Artsy Reader Girl and you can head over there to see what our other bookish friends are up to today!
I have recently done two posts on what books I have added to my bookshelves. You can read post 1 here. Post 2 here.
So, here are 10 books I would love to own:
I have Shift on my TBR list and my word for the year is "focus," so I would love to read this one.
Series: Riverbend #1
Author: Denise Hunter
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
Genre: Christian Fiction, Romance
Source: Library
My Review:
Denise Hunter writes lovely romance novels. I have high expectations for her when I pick up a book and I am happy to say that Riverbend Gap did not disappoint.
It’s Monday! What Are You Reading? is a place to meet up and share what you have been, and are planning to read over the week. It’s an opportunity to visit and comment and add to your TBR pile! This meme is hosted by Kathryn at The Book Date.
What I read last week:
Author: Grant Snider
Publisher: Abrams ComicArts
Genre: Graphic Novel, Nonfiction, Humor
Source: Library
My Review:
I had not heard of Grant Snider before this book. Once I saw this cover I HAD to read this book. I love that it is a hardcover book and that it has that little square cut out where the guy's face is. It just adds to the fun.
Author: Donna Mumma
Publisher: Firefly Southern Fiction
Genre: Christian Fiction, Realistic Fiction, Suspense
My Review:
Fresh Scars is a debut novel by Donna Mumma. Fresh Scars draws you in from the first line and will keep you engaged until the last, in a sadistically twisted way. You don't want to know what happens but you need to know so you keep reading.
Hey bookish friends! I hope your weekend is going well. I had another surprising week of books coming in, so I thought I would share again this weekend 😀
Stacking The Shelves is all about sharing the books you are adding to your shelves, may it be physical or virtual.This means you can include books you buy in physical store or online, books you borrow from friends or the library, review books, gifts and of course ebooks! And audiobooks. Don’t forget audiobooks! In other words, if you can read it or if it can be read to you – no matter how you got it – it belongs in Stacking the Shelves. The Stacking the Shelves meme is hosted at Reading Reality.
Net Galley:
(I am cutting WAY back on ARC this year, but couldn't resist this one since I am opening a Free Little Library at the end of this month)
Series: Sky King Ranch #1
Author: Susan May Warren
Publisher: Revell
Genre: Contemporary Romance, Fiction
Source: Publisher Provided
My Review:
I enjoy Susan May Warren's books. She is a prolific writer who writes across multiple genres. Sunrise is the first book in her newest series, Sky King Ranch, and as an additional bonus, it's set in Alaska!
Happy First Friday in January, friends! I hope you all are having a good week. Any plans for the weekend? I am cleaning stuff out, purging, and plan to do quite a bit of reading and blogging. Welcome back to
First Line Friday hosted by Carrie
at Reading is My SuperPower!! I am also linking up with Gilion on Rose City Reader
for Book Beginnings. This is where you share the beginning of the book that you are reading. To join in the fun grab the book you are reading and
leave a comment with the first line (or your link). This week I am reading Fresh Scars by Donna Mumma. This is one of the books I was supposed to read last year but I wasn't feeling it. It is MUCH better than I anticipated and sucked me right in.
Author: Jane Austen
Publisher: Barnes and Noble
Genre: Classic, Historical Romance, Fiction,
Source: Own
My Review:
I know that a lot of people love Jane Austen. I wanted to be one of them. I am not one of them.
Series: Shaped by Love # 4
Author: Michelle Pennington
Publisher: Kindle
Genre: Romantic Comedy
Source: Kindle Unlimited
My Review:
I love the Shaped by Love series. Give Me One Good Reason is a book I meant to read in 2021 but didn't get a chance to. I am glad that I was able to make it one of my first reads of 2022.
Can't-Wait Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted at Wishful Endings,
to spotlight and discuss the books we're excited about that we have yet
to read. Typically they are books that have not been released yet. This week I am sharing Sunrise by Susan May Warren. It actually released yesterday :) I also have my copy and will be reading it soon! So, not too long to wait...It is the first book in her newest series, Sky King Ranch.
Happy Tuesday my bookish friends!! I hope you all had a fabulous New Year's weekend! Ours was pretty mild. My kids had friends over all day Thursday and Friday, and then we had our youth group over on Sunday, and this introvert is still trying to recover!! Today's Top Ten Tuesday topic is your most anticipated reads for the first half of 2022. Since I have already done that post and will link it below, I decided to do a pretty random post today 😂 Top Ten Tuesday is hosted by That Artsy Reader Girl and you can head over there to see what our other bookish friends are up to today!
First, I am going to introduce you to my family and tell you just a little bit about us since I have not done that on this blog.
It’s Monday! What Are You Reading? is a place to meet up and share what you have been, and are planning to read over the week. It’s an opportunity to visit and comment and add to your TBR pile! This meme is hosted by Kathryn at The Book Date.
Currently reading:
This is only my fourth time participating in stacking the shelves, but with Christmas and thrift shopping I got a LOT of books that I want to share!!!
Stacking The Shelves is all about sharing the books you are adding to your shelves, may it be physical or virtual.This means you can include books you buy in physical store or online, books you borrow from friends or the library, review books, gifts and of course ebooks! And audiobooks. Don’t forget audiobooks! In other words, if you can read it or if it can be read to you – no matter how you got it – it belongs in Stacking the Shelves. The Stacking the Shelves meme is hosted at Reading Reality.
Net Galley:
