Saturday, July 3, 2021

No-Add July

I love everything about books. The new book smell. The feel of the book in your hand. The new adventure each time you open a new book. The ability to store tons of books on the Kindle. The over-flowing bookshelves. Finding books at yard sales, used bookstores, pretty much anywhere, LOL. Telling people what you are reading. Writing reviews. Watching for new releases. Getting ARC's. Being asked to review books. Following favorite authors. Being organized on Goodreads. It all just brings me joy!

Friday, July 2, 2021

First Line Friday #7- The Scarlet Pen

Happy Friday! And Happy Fourth of July weekend.๐ŸŽ†๐ŸŽ‡๐Ÿงจ This week I am blessed to be posting from my sister's house in TN๐Ÿ˜€ What are you doing this weekend?

Welcome to First Line Friday, hosted by Hoarding Books!! It’s time to grab the book nearest to you and leave a comment with the first line. This week I am sharing from The Scarlet Pen by Jennifer Uhlarik. The Scarlet Pen is book #12 in the True Colors series.

Wednesday, June 30, 2021

The Amish Quiltmaker's Unruly In-Laws

The Amish Quiltmaker's Unruly In-Law

 Title: The Amish Quiltmaker's Unruly In-Laws

Series: The Amish Quiltmaker #2

Author: Jennifer Beckstrand

Publisher: Zebra Books

Genre: Christian Fiction/Amish

My Review:

 While this is the second book in the series, it can also be read as a stand-alone. However, to understand a bit more about a few of the characters, it would be great to start with the first book.

Linda Eicher is not afraid to speak her mind and often comes across as rude and unfeeling. She is feisty, athletic, and does quite a few sports your typical Amish young lady would not do.

Tuesday, June 29, 2021

Top Ten Tuesday-Upcoming Releases 2021

Welcome back to another Top Ten Tuesday!!! Today's topic is what books that are releasing between now and the end of the year that you are really excited about? I am going to do my best to narrow this down to just 10, LOL, but it will not be easy!

In no particular order...

1. The Mistletoe Countess, release date September 1, 2021

  

Amish Country Threats

Amish Country Threats JustRead Blog + Review Tour

Welcome to the Blog + Review Tour for Amish Country Threats by Dana R. Lynn, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

ABOUT THE BOOK

Amish Country Threats Title: Amish Country Threats
Series: Amish Country Justice #10
Author: Dana R. Lynn
Publisher: Love Inspired Suspense
Release Date: June 29, 2021
Genre: Christian Romantic Suspense 

Her brother was murdered. Will she be next? 

While searching for proof that her brother’s death was no accident, Lilah Schwartz is almost killed by a sniper in her Amish community. Hiding in Levi Burkholder’s barn is all that keeps her alive. The former soldier will do everything in his power to protect Lilah, but can he and Lilah uncover the evidence her brother hid before she’s the next to die? 

From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith. 

MY REVIEW

Monday, June 28, 2021

Two Truths and a Lie

 Have you ever played the game two truths and a lie? It is a great ice-breaker game. The premise is easy, you list two truths and one lie and people are supposed to figure out which one is the lie. I decided to play that game, with a twist, on my blog today. I don't know about you but I just need a little fun. I am currently reading 6 or so books between different sites for reviews, or my own personal growth. I am going to put the cover of the 6 books here and I hope you will guess which one is the lie. Some will be easy if you have seen any of my posts recently or follow me on Goodreads. But, I am hoping to stump you. Can't wait to hear which one you think is the lie!

Sunday, June 27, 2021

Along a Storied Trail

 Title: Along a Storied Trail

Author: Ann H. Gabhart

Publisher: Revell

Genre: Historical Fiction/Christian Fiction

My Review:

I would describe this as a slow-build, slow read book. The book is well-written, the plot flows seamlessly, the characters are developed well, especially since you are following several. I was worried this would be similar to other recently published books as the general idea (delivering books to mountain areas) is the same, but Ann Gabhart weaves an incredibly unique story. She interweaves faith seamlessly and balances the reality of the depression, with the reality of living life in the mountains. 

Friday, June 25, 2021

First line Friday #6 -Along a Storied Trail

 Happy Friday! And welcome to First Line Friday, hosted by Hoarding Books!! It’s time to grab the book nearest to you and leave a comment with the first line.This week I am sharing from Along a Storied Trail  by Ann H. Gabhart.