Stealing the Preacher by Karen Witemeyer

We have a glitch…with the letter “f” throughout the novel. I chose to read the electronic version and in random places the “f” was missing. This made reading the novel slower. Most readers would find this obnoxious but I didn’t want it to get in the way of giving an honest review. I loved the story!

Reformed outlaw, Silas wanted to please his daughter in any way that he could. So when she asks him for a preacher Silas decides to “get” one for her. Silas steals a Parson off the train! When Silas delivers Jo her “gift”….Parson Crockett Archer, things get interesting. Parson Crockett was on his way to a job interview. When released will the Parson press charges? What does Jo want with a Parson? Will Crockett get the job in Brenham? Or will he stay in Burleson County? Will Silas’s outlaw days catch up with him?

I am pleased to give this novel a four star rating.

 

I received this book free from the publisher through Bethany House.  I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255

Rock Harbor Search and Rescue by Colleen Coble & Robin Caroll

I chose this book for two reasons:

I love Colleen Coble novels!

My daughter is a tween that loves to read!

 

Rock Harbor has a search and rescue dog team and Emily wants a dog so she can join the team. In her efforts to raise money for the dog she is accused of a crime. Emily and her friend Olivia set out to find who stole the necklace…and so the adventure begins!

Join Emily and Olivia as they take you on their journey to find the truth. I know my tween is going to love it and so will yours.

 

I am happy to give this book a four star rating.

 

I received this book free from the publisher through BookSneeze.com.  I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255

Undeniably Yours by Becky Wade

 

 

Meg and Bo are two people that couldn’t be more different….at least until there worlds collide. This is one that I just couldn’t put down! I Loved it!  It would be sooo easy to write a spoiler but I won’t. Undeniably Yours has it all…cowboys, horses, fear, divorce, single moms, kidnapping, old family money, deception, romance, and more.

Join Becky as she takes you on this journey as you read Undeniably Yours and watch how God guides the characters and inter-mingles Him through their lives. With all the twists and turns you’re not going to be able to stop until you get to the end…and still want more!!

I am pleased to give this book a five star rating!

 

Once you have read this novel you are going to want to get more from Becky Wade. Check out my link to: My Stubborn Heart

 

I received this book free from the publisher through the Bethany House Publishers.  I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255

Fixing My Eyes on Jesus by Ann Graham Lotz

 

 

 

Once again Ann shares her wisdom and insight of God’s word with us in this wonderful daily devotional. I enjoy the on the go availability of this electronic version. Join Ann as she guides us through scripture and a short message. Through all of life’s issues we (especially me) need to keep fixing my eyes on Jesus. This is a great start or end to the day and makes a fabulous gift for a girlfriend!

I am happy to give this devotional a five star rating.

I received this book free from the publisher through BookSneeze.com.  I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255

The Guardian by Beverly Lewis

 

 

Maryanna has been a widow for the past several years with four young children and no immediate plans to remarry. Maryanna is driving home one evening with her children when the youngest Sarah falls out of the carriage. After alerting the People, all they find is the little girls dress.

Meanwhile, Jodi is house-sitting for some friends and she decides to go out for a run. While out she finds little Sarah. How can Jodi find where this little girl belongs when she doesn’t speak English? Jodi contacts a policeman and he tells her that the child is probably Amish.

Once Jodi finds her way into Hickory Hollow Sarah is able to give directions to her home. The Amish people view Jodi as little Sarah’s Guardian Angel.

Maryanna and Jodi are going through some issues of their own. Can there friendship be useful to each other? Will Maryanna lose little Sarah’s affection to an “Englisher”? Will Maryanna see that she and the kids need a husband/father figure in their lives? Is Joshua that man? Jodi and her fiancé Trent are having differing thoughts on children once they are married. Trent wants them and Jodi doesn’t. Will this keep them from getting married? Jodi is suffering the loss of her sister and has strayed from the Lord. Can Jodi’s friendship with the Amish people help bring her back into fellowship with the Lord? Jodi loses her teaching job at her school and is having trouble trying to find one so late in the summer. After much debate the Amish leadership asks Jodi to teach the children on a temporary basis. Will Jodi do it? Can she follow all the rules?

I was surprised to hear that Beverly Lewis wrote this particular novel after having read an article on a similar situation….an Amish child was lost after falling out of a carriage. I pray all ended well for the child and family.

I am pleased to give this book a five star rating.

 

I received this book free from the publisher through the Bethany House Publishers.  I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255

What a Son Needs From His Mom by Cheri Fuller

Cheri has a great advice to share with us moms of boys. Done in a way that is meant to encourage moms to raise healthy young men. It has always been my thinking that my children are “on loan” to me from God. I must choose to use this time with them wisely. I want them to be ready and able to stand d on their own two feet and be the man that the Lord wants them to be. Cheri will tell you it won’t happen overnight, it takes a lot of time and effort. Well worth the investment!

Some of the topics included are:

Encouragement

Safety

Support

Comfort

Trust

Release son to manhood

Prayer

Confidence

No matter if your boys are young or in their teen years you will enjoy learning from Cheri.

I am happy to give this book a four star rating.

I received this book free from the publisher through the Bethany House Publishers.  I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255

Broken Wings by Shannon Dittemore

Pick up right where you left off with Brielle and Jake in this second book in the Angel Eyes Trilogy.  This time we have more demonic activity; so I will consider this as heavy reading for teens. We still have Angels, Demons, the Celestial, alcohol abuse, and some mystery.

Brielle is having nightmares and she can’t seem to figure out why. Is the Throne Room communicating with her through dreams? Her dad is struggling with alcohol; can Brielle do anything to help him? Jake is afraid to tell Brielle that her ring is missing from the chest; will he tell her or does she find out on her own?

Brielle and Jake tell Marco and Kaylee about the halo, they have different reactions to this news. Will it all end well for them or does trouble ensue?

Damien is on a quest to capture Brielle and Jake! Is he successful??? There is only one way to find out……

I am happy to give this book a five star rating.

Dark Halo….book three coming out August 2013!!

Link to Angel Eyes review…book one in the Angel Eyes Trilogy. http://readitsfundamental.blogspot.com/2012/05/angel-eyes-by-shannon-dittemore.html

I received this book free from the publisher through BookSneeze.com.  I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255