Showing posts with label Favorites. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Favorites. Show all posts

Monday, January 20, 2025

A is for Amish

Title: A is for Amish

Series: Amish ABCs

Author: Shelley Shepard Gray

Publisher: Kensington Publishing

Genre: Christian Fiction, Amish, 

Source: Library

My Review:

What I love about Shelley Shepard Gray's books is that you are immediately drawn into the story. There are not long descriptions or introductions. A is for Amish is about four siblings thinking about becoming Amish. 

Thursday, January 16, 2025

The Intentional Year

Title: The Intentional Year: Simple Rhythms for Finding Freedom, Peace, and Purpose

Author: Holly + Glenn Packiam

Publisher: NavPress

Genre: Christian Nonfiction, Self-Help, Christian Living

Source: Own

My Review:

I was not far into reading The Intentional Year when I realized I needed to own this book. It is one to sit with, ponder, and savor. 

Monday, January 13, 2025

Some Like It Scot

Title: Some Like it Scot

Author: Pepper Basham

Publisher: Thomas Nelson

Expected Publication: April 8, 2025

Genre: Christian Fiction, RomCom, Contemporary Romance

Source: Net Galley

My Review:

I adored Some Like it Scot by Pepper Basham. It had everything I look for in a contemporary romance, plus more.

Thursday, January 9, 2025

The New Loneliness + Giveaway

 The New Loneliness JustRead Takeover + Review Blitz

Welcome to the Takeover + Review Blitz for The New Loneliness by Cindi McMenamin hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

Title: The New Loneliness: Nurturing Meaningful Connections When You Feel Isolated
Author: Cindi McMenamin
Publisher: Harvest House Publishers
Release Date: January 7, 2025
Genre: Christian Personal Growth

My review:

The New Loneliness is an incredible book. I volunteered to review it based on the title alone, and I am glad I did. I have been in a long season of loneliness since we moved states two years ago. I figured I would connect with the book. I did, but not in the ways I expected.

Wednesday, December 18, 2024

Criss Cross

Title: Criss Cross

Series: Holly #1

Author: C. C. Warrens

Publisher: Independently Published

Genre: Thriller, Christian Fiction, Contemporary, Suspense

Source: Own

My Review:

I first read Criss Cross 5 years ago. Back then I was not doing full reviews. I wanted to reread it because it is one of my favorite books/series. And, I wanted to experience it again.

Thursday, December 12, 2024

Waiting for Gilbert

Title: Waiting for Gilbert

Series: Holidays in Hadley Springs #1

Author: Tasha Hackett

Publisher: Independently Published

Genre: Christian Fiction, Contemporary Romance, 

Source: Author Provided ecopy

My Review:

Waiting for Gilbert is the first book I have read by Tasha Hackett, but it will not be the last. I was in the middle of reading this book when I knew I would want to reread it. I am not a huge re-reader, but I want a physical copy for my keeper shelf!

Sunday, November 24, 2024

The Burning of Rosemont Abbey

Title: The Burning of Rosemont Abbey

Author: Naomi Stephens

Publisher: Bethany House 

Genre: Christian Fiction, Historical Fiction, Mystery, Romance

Source: Bethany House

My Review:

The Burning of Rosemont Abbey was my first introduction to Naomi Stephen's, but it won't be the last. 

Monday, November 11, 2024

The Heart's Charge

Title: The Heart's Charge

Series: Hanger's Horsemen #2

Author: Karen Witemeyer

Narrator: Jeanine Bartel

Publisher: Bethany House

Genre: Historical Fiction, Christian Fiction, Westerns, 

Source: Hoopla

My Review:

I am not a fan of Western's-except, apparently, when Karen Witemeyer writes them. I love her books but kept putting off reading this series because I knew it was a Western. The Heart's Charge is even better than the first book, At Love's Command.

Sunday, November 3, 2024

October 2024 Reading Wrap Up

October feels like it was a pretty good reading month. It was another month with quite a few romcoms, but I also read my first Christmas book of the season. Let's see how I actually did. I read 20 books and DNF'd one. Click on the cover of the book if you are interested in the review.

5⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

 

Wednesday, October 30, 2024

Dragonfly Ashes

Title: Dragonfly Ashes

Series: Cherry Creek Mysteries #2

Author: C. C. Warrens

Expected Publication: November 2, 2024

Publisher: Independently Published

Genre: Christian Fiction, Suspense, 

Source: Author Provided

My Review:

Dragonfly Ashes picks up where Firefly Diaries (book 1) ends, and continues with Noelle, Dereck, and Skylar's story. For this reason, I think it is best to read Firefly Diaries before reading this one.

Thursday, October 24, 2024

ADHD is Awesome


Title: ADHD is Awesome: A Guide to (mostly) Thriving with ADHD

Author: Penn and Kim Holderness

Publisher: Harper Horizon

Genre: Self-Help, ADHD, Nonfiction, Parenting, Mental Health

Source: Library

My Review:

I happened upon ADHD is Awesome at the library and grabbed it on a whim. I don't have ADHD but my daughter does. I wanted to understand more about ADHD so I could support her better, and know how to communicate better with her.

Wednesday, October 23, 2024

The Color of Home

Title: The Color of Home

Author: Kit Tosello

Publisher: Revell

Genre: Christian Fiction, women's fiction, 

Source: Revell

My Review:

The Color of Home is Kit Tosello's debut novel. The cover and title represent the book well. I am struggling to put my thoughts into words, and my review will not capture all that is the essence of this story.

Monday, October 14, 2024

A Surefire Love

Title: A Surefire Love

Series: Many Oaks Romance #1

Author: Emily Conrad

Narrator: Emily Conrad

Publisher: Hope Anchor, LLC

Genre: Christian Fiction, Contemporary Romance, 

Source: Hoopla

My Review:

A Surefire Love is the first book I have read by Emily Conrad. I love the striking colors of the cover. The author narrates this book and she did an incredible job.

Wednesday, October 9, 2024

But He's My Fake Fiancé

Title: But He's My Fake Fiancé

Series: But He's A Carter Brother #3

AuthorAnnah Conwell

Narrator: Hayden Bishop

Publisher: Independently Published

Genre: RomCom, Contemporary Romance, 

Source: Hoopla

My Review:

I have been waiting for Grayson's story and But He's My Fake Fiancé did not disappoint!! While each book could be read as a stand-alone novel, I highly recommend reading this series in order.  

Friday, October 4, 2024

One Last Play and But He's My Grumpy Neighbor

Title: One Last Play

Series: Sweet Peach #4

Author: Annah Conwell

Publisher: Independently Published

Genre: RomCom, Contemporary Romance, Sports Romance

Source: Kindle Unlimited

My Review:

One Last Play is the final book in the Sweet Peach series. This series follows a group of friends, and while it doesn't necessarily have to be read in order, you will get small spoilers by reading it out of order.

Wednesday, October 2, 2024

At Love's Command

Title: At Love's Command

Series: Hanger's Horsemen #1

Author: Karen Witemeyer

Publisher: Bethany House

Genre: Christian Fiction, Westerns, Historical Fiction, Romance

Source: Hoopla

My Review:

I put off At Love's Command for several years, even though I enjoy Karen Witemeyer's writing because it is a Western. If you follow me at all, you know that is not something I read much of.

Monday, September 30, 2024

Fit God's Way

Title: Fit God's Way: Your Bible-Based Guide to Food, Fitness, & Wholeness

Author: Kim Dolan Leto

Publisher: Salem Books

Genre: Christian Nonfiction, Health, Fitness

Source: Own

My Review:

I bought Fit God's Way: Your Bible-Based Guide to Food, Fitness, & Wholeness on a whim this past summer. I was in Baker Bookhouse browsing, saw the book, and grabbed it and I am so glad I did!

Sunday, September 29, 2024

{Insta} Connection

Title: {Insta} Connection

Series: The Insta series #2

Author: Jen Atkinson

Publisher: Independently Published

Genre: Romcom, Contemporary Romance, Sports Romance

Source: Kindle Unlimited

My Review:

Can I just tell you how dumb I feel for not quite making an *obvious* connection? I realized that while Insta can mean an instant connection (or in the first book boyfriend) but it is most likely because Instagram plays a big part in the stories! It is so well done, but it took my brain a while to make the connection 😂😂😂.

Monday, September 23, 2024

{Insta} Boyfriend

Title: {Insta} Boyfriend

Series: The Insta Series #1

Author: Jen Atkinson

Publisher: Independently published

Genre: Clean Romance, Contemporary Romance, Fiction

Source: Own

My Review:

Iris is on her way to meet her cousin, when her car breaks down and strands her in the middle of nowhere. Dean happens to be driving by and offers to assist her. Iris grudgingly allows him to wait in his car while she calls for a tow truck, with her pepper spray handy.

Sunday, September 22, 2024

Specters in the Glass House

Title: Specters in the Glass House

Author: Jaime Jo Wright

Publisher: Bethany House

Genre: Suspense, Christian Fiction, Dual-time, Historical Fiction,

Source: Bethany House and Jaime Jo Wright

My Review:

Jaime Jo Wright is an auto-read author. She is one of the few authors I have read everything she has written. Specters in the Glass House is her newest release (10/1/24). I am in awe of her storytelling skills!