The Painted Castle

Kristy Cambron's tale, The Painted Castle, will bring her latest series to a close. Enclosed on the pages of this book, you will learn the stories of three women. Each woman is on a task to acquire something of value!

Elizabeth lives in the mid-1800s and she’s determined to find the man who is responsible for her father‘s death. Elizabeth will discover more than the answer to her question!

Amelia, living in the days of World War II, is determined to protect a group of refugee children from the horrors of war. Amelia will gain much more than the safety of these young lives under her care!

Kiera has found a challenge to help her restart her life. As an art historian, Keira has been asked to validate a painting of Queen Victoria. You will not believe what other treasures she finds along the way!

You will move quickly through the pages of this book to learn where each of these women finally land!

I received this book from Thomas Nelson through Netgalley in exchange for my honest review.

Strands of Truth

The latest from Colleen Coble is entitled Strands of Truth.  This tale is full of suspense that will have you rapidly turning page after page to reach the conclusion.  Following her mother's sudden death, Harper Taylor has found few safe places to turn.  She is blessed the day Oliver Jackson takes this teenager under his wing to help Harper find direction; unfortunately, Oliver's own family is not happy with this addition!

The book will fast-forward twenty years and you will see Harper trying to locate any family she may have in this world.  When her search makes a hit on a possible sibling, she is thrilled.  Harper is hoping for a real connection; however, she is not prepared for the violence that is about to come her way!

Before you know it, the suspense will shift into full-speed: first, a man attempts to kidnap Harper and then, Oliver actually comes up missing.  Soon Harper and Oliver's son, Ridge, join forces to try and discover what in the world is going on!

Put on your seatbelt because the action will not stop until the final page!

I received this book from Thomas Nelson through Netgalley in exchange for my honest review.

Glitter of Gold

Glitter of Gold is the latest from Liz Johnson.  This tale will take you down south to Savannah, GA.  You will meet Anne Norris and see how a poor choice has left a negative mark on her life, but you will also see how now she is trying to build a new life for herself!

When Anne takes a walk on the beach after a severe hurricane hits the area, she comes upon a piece of gold protruding from the sand.  Anne has been running a business, leading tours of the area telling tales of the pirates of old.  So when Anne sees this bit of gold, she thinks it may be of value!

Anne visits a local museum looking for information and she meets Carter Hale.  Little does she know, Carter has been searching for this bit of gold for years.  This find has come at just the right time, both Carter and Anne's businesses are in financial trouble!

While you read, you will learn about how Carter and Anne deal with this important find.  You will also learn about a tale from the 17th century, contained in a diary that has been in the Hale families' possession for years.  It is interesting to see how God uses this situation to meet needs in both Anne's and Carter's lives!

I received this e-book from Revell in exchange for my honest review.

Verity

Verity, by Lisa T. Bergren, tells the tale of Verity Banning.  Following their father’s death, the Banning sisters have relocated from England to the West Indies.  Verity is the second daughter in the family and she has decided to strike out on her own and open a trading post on the island!

This is an interesting tale as you see all the people Verity meets as she tries to make her way in this world that is about to be forever changed by the American Revolutionary War!

I received a copy of this book from Bethany House. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Underestimating Miss Cecilia

Underestimating Miss Cecilia by Carolyn Miller tells the tale of the second daughter of Viscount Aynsley.  Cecilia is the quiet, introverted sister, whom no one seems to notice; however, her mind is always active and at work!

For years, Cecilia has quietly been in love with their neighbor, Edward Amherst, the second son of an Earl.  Edward has made some poor choices in his life and is now viewed as a rake in society.  He is definitively someone Cecilia's mother does not want associated with her daughter.  However, Cecelia has a different plan!

Watch as Cecilia and Edward learn more about each other and more importantly, learn to trust in their God to show them the way forward!

I received a copy of this book from Kregel Publications in exchange for my unbiased review.

Between Two Shores

Between Two Shores, by Jocelyn Green, tells the tale of Catherine Stands-Apart Duval.  This woman, born to a Mohawk mother and a French father, has a hard road to walk!

The story is set in Quebec in the year 1759.  In those days, the world was full of danger and this book recounts the details.  You soon learn that Catherine has been introduced to the One who is all-powerful.  Hold on to see if Catherine will trust in Him, through all of the trials set before her!

Parts of this book were difficult to read; however, I think the details are true concerning this time in our history!

I received a copy of this book from Bethany House through NetGalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Midnight on the River Grey

Midnight on the River Grey, the latest from Abigail Wilson, will give you a glimpse into the life of Rebecca Hunter.  In the early 1800’s and after the deaths of both of her parents, Rebecca has been left under the guardianship of Mr. Lewis Browning, a man who is surrounded by mystery!

As Rebecca and her aunt leave their home in London to relocate to Mr. Browning’s home, Greybourne Manor, she has no idea of what to expect.  Will she find clues concerning her brother Jacob’s recent death or will she simply be left with unanswered questions?

The beginning of this book is a bit hard to follow; however, the final pages will bring this gothic tale to a great conclusion!

I received a copy of this book from Thomas Nelson through NetGalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.