Her Silent Knight

Her Silent Knight, by Ashtyn Newbold, is a lively Christmas tale that takes place in Regency England.  Sir Edmund has come to London to attend his grandmother's funeral.  When he sees Selina Ellis in the presence of Mr. Noah Skinner, Edmund knows he must do whatever he can to keep her out of the clutches of this shady man.  Selena has been secretly meeting with Noah, so she feels she must ask Edmund to help her keep this secret from her mother!

This tale gets rather lively as Selena continues meeting with Noah while Edmund does all he can to dissuade her from going forward with her marriage plans!  

Definitely a fun Christmas tale!

One Enchanted Noel

One Enchanted Noel, by Melissa Tagg, is another Christmas novella that takes place in Maple Valley.  Leigh Renwycke has moved to this small Iowa town to be near family.  After having a daughter out of wedlock, as a teenager, Leigh has been struggling with substance abuse for years.  Now that she is clean, her brothers worry that Leigh will not be able to tow the line!

Seb Pierce has come to town to work on a project for his wealthy grandfather.  When Leigh sees him smashing in a window of the old theater on main street, she assumes he is up to no good.  When she learns that he has a legit reason to be in town, Leigh still does not know what to make of him.  There is something familiar about him that keeps nagging at Leigh!

Seb first saw Leigh years ago, when he found her daughter left alone in a car outside a bar.  When Leigh finally returned to her car, Seb let Leigh have it for putting this young child at risk and has been wondering about her whereabouts for years.  Now that he has found her again and finally knows her name, Seb is not sure the next step to take!

You will see the redemption that both Leigh and Seb finally find be the final page of this tale!

Ivy Hill Christmas

Ivy Hill Christmas brings Julie Klassen's Tales from Ivy Hill series to a close.  Richard Brockwell's mother has insisted that he come home for the holiday.  Richard has been living in London since he graduated from school.  Bad family relationships has made it easier to stay far from home.  So everyone is shocked when Richard appears at the front door just in time to celebrate the Christmas holiday!

As this tale moves along, you will be re-introduced to several characters from previous tales in this series.   You will also see Richard grow in his relationships with friends and family, but most importantly his relationship with God!

It is interesting to see how Richard's place in his world will change by the end of this tale!

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

A Match Made at Christmas

 

A Match Made at Christmas, by Courtney Walsh, is a tale full of holiday flair.  Hayes McGuire has returned to watch his best friend, Prudence Sutton, be honored her her work decorating the 20-ft. tree that will be showcased in the Festival of Trees.  Prudence is not quite sure how to take Haye's sudden reappearance!

When Haye's Aunt Nellie asks him to fill in for her as the island matchmaker, he is not sure what direction to take.  When he asks Prudence to help him fulfill this task, neither one realizes how their friendship is about to change.  Prudence will finally learn what truly brought Hayes back to Nantucket!

My Prayer Journey

My Prayer Journey, by Ink & Willow, is a tablet that can be used as a journal in your walk with God.  There is space to document both your thoughts and your prayer requests on your daily journey!  

As you journal your prayer life, this tool will allow you to keep track of how God is moving and working in your life!

I received a copy of this book from Ink&Willow Publishers. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Besotted

 

Besotted is the final book in Jody Hedlund's The Fairest Maidens series.  Queen Aurora has been hidden deep in the forests of Mercia in an effort to keep her safe.  One day she is discovered by a woodcutter named Krysten.  Aurora has no idea, but Krysten is actually the son of King Christian and he is in Mercia as a part of his royal testing.  Kresten's focus must be on the thought Deny Thyself!

Before you know it, Aurora and Krysten are falling in love with each other.  Unfortunately, they both have something else to be moving toward:  Aurora on officially becoming the Queen of Mercia and Kresten on completing his testing to potentially take over as King of Scania!

By the end of this tale, you will get a taste of the age-old story of Sleeping Beauty.  The twist in this re-telling is that Krysten is the individual who ends up falling into a deep sleep.  Hang on until the final pages to see what will bring Krysten back to the land of the living!

I received a copy of this book from the author, in exchange for my honest review.

Whatever is Lovely

Whatever is Lovely, by Willow & Ink, is a great gift for anyone you know who has an artistic leaning.  This is a book full of postcards ready to be colored and sent out to encourage people in your life!

These postcards contain scripture and quotes that can bring calm in the busyness of life!

The sender can put their individual artistic signature on each postcard to make it a gift worth keeping!

I received a copy of this book from Ink&Willow Publishers. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Joy to the World

Joy to the World is a book containing three stories focused on the Christmas season in Regency England.  These novellas are each a quick read that will help you prepare for the holiday!

The first tale is Heaven and Nature Sing written by Carolyn Miller.  When Edith Mansfield is invited to attend her godmother's Christmas gathering, she has no idea that George Bannerman (her former fiancee) will be there, as well.  Will Edith finally have an opportunity to be honest with George about why she broke off their engagement?

The next tale is Far as the Curse is Found, by Amanda Barratt.  Dwight Inglewood, Earl of Amberly, has returned from war a severely wounded man.  To protect himself from the rejection of the world, he has generally kept to himself at his country estate.  When he goes to London to prepare his townhouse for sale, as he walks the dark streets, he meets Jenny Grey.  When Jenny suddenly loses her job, Dwight offers her work on his estate in an effort to save both Jenny and your young daughter from a life of poverty.  In the end, Jenny is not only saved from destitution, but she has the opportunity to point Dwight in the direction of our amazing God as a means to bring new life to the deadness of his world!

The final tale is The Wonders of His Love, by Erica Vetsch.  After Lady Priscilla Haverly's mother-in-law injures her ankle, Cilla decides to throw a Christmas party to help raise everyone's spirits.  When a painter is brought in to create portraits as gifts, you will not believe what happens at this festive event!

I received this book  from Kregel Publishing in exchange for my honest review.

Burden of Proof

 

Burden of Proof, by Davis Bunn, is the tale for you if you enjoy the idea of having a second chance to live your life.  A chance to reverse major mistakes from your past!

You will meet Ethan on the opening pages of this tale.  Ethan is now in his fifties and has skin-cancer that has progressed to the state that he only has weeks left to live.  When he runs into his brother's widow,  a scientist working on ways to time-travel, she offers him the chance to go back in time and save his brother's live.  Ethan simply cannot refuse!

After the transition takes place, Ethan awakens to find himself a 20-year-old young man paddling down the waterway in Cocoa Beach, Florida.  This is an interesting journey to take with Ethan as he attempts to discover the best way to save his brother's life.  Along the way, you will watch Ethan find that the focus in his former life had been in a totally wrong direction!

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

The Gentleman and the Thief

 

The Gentleman and the Thief, by Sarah Eden, is a tale full of twists and turns.  Hollis Darby and Ana Newport are an odd pair.  Hollis's family is wealthy and well-known in society, while Ana's family has worked hard and moved up from the lower rung of society.  However, her family has also suddenly lost it all.  The next oddity is that they both have secrets.  Hollis has taken to writing penny novels, not acceptable in society, in and attempt to keep his family afloat.  Ana has been secretly reclaiming items that were wrongly taken from her family!

This is an interesting tale to follow as Hollis and Ana not only build their relationship; but work against the wrongdoings taking place in their world!

This tale is unique because it has a penny novel interwoven with Sarah's tale!

Beguiled

Beguiled, by Jody Hedlund, tells the fairy tale of Snow White with a new twist.  In this re-telling, Princess Pearl is not running away from her wicked stepmother, but rather from her own mother. When Queen Margery sends her daughter on a hunting expedition, Pearl escapes sure death and and flees to the Isle of Outcasts!

The island is filled with people not accepted by polite society; however, these individuals become dear friends to Pearl.  Prince Mikkel of Scania is also on the Isle, as he is attempting to fulfill his testing to possibly become the next King of Scania.  To complete his testing, Mikkel's focus must be on the thought: To Look on the Heart!

When Mikkel is captured by Pearl's tribe, before he knows it, he finds himself married to Pearl.  Now Mikkel has more to focus on than just his testing.  His wife, Pearl, still needs protection from her mother, who is still seeking her death!

You will see God work on both Pearl and Mikkel's hearts by the time you reach the final page!

I received a copy of this book from the author, in exchange for my honest review.

The Sound of Falling Leaves

The Sound of Falling Leaves is the latest from Lisa Carter.  Following a traumatic event that causes Tessa, a young opera singer, to lose her voice, she has retreated to her aunt's home and apple orchard in the rural hills of North Carolina to recover what she can of her former life.  As soon as Tessa meets the apple orchard's caretaker, Zeke, she senses that they are going to have a conflict!

As Tessa attempts to fit in to her new surroundings, she uncovers another young woman, Leota, who had an unbelievable voice.  However, this young woman disappeared from these hills years ago!

When Tessa looks into what happened to Leota, she is suddenly joined by Zeke, as they both try to make sense of  this strange world in which they live.  You will not believe where Tessa and Zeke end up by the end of this tale.  This story describes some violence; however, it is what one could expect from this type of backward community!

The one positive element of this tale is that you will see God redeem the lives of both Tessa and Zeke by the final page!

I received this book  from Kregel Publishing in exchange for my honest review.

The Love Note

The Love Note, by Joanna Davidson Politano, is a delightful tale.  The year is 1859 in Victorian England and Willa Duvall has just turned down her fourth proposal of marriage.  The only dream in her heart is to someday become a practicing doctor.  Her father is furious with her and demands she promise that after completing her next nursing opportunity he can select the man she will marry.  Willa has no idea what she has committed to!

Willa takes off to care for the matriarch of the Gresham family of Crestwicke Manor.  Once Willa arrives at Crestwicke, she has two goals: first to care for Golda Cresham and next, just as importantly, to discover who is the author of a love letter she found hidden in a desk.  Willa's father had received the desk from the Gresham family, as payment for his medical services, so Willa knows the author must exist somewhere is the halls of the Manor!

 

This is an interesting tale as you get to know all the characters who live at Crestwicke Manor.  It is like looking for the right piece to complete a puzzle as you slowly learn new pieces of info about each member of this family.  This tale will have a surprise ending and it is definitely worth the read!

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

The Price of Valor

The Price of Valor, by Susan May Warren, wraps up her Global Search and Rescue series.  This tale will reunite former Navy SEAL Hamilton Jones with his friend, Signe Kincaid.  Ham and Signe have known each other for years.  At one point, they were actually man and wife.  So when Ham is sent to retrieve state secrets from Signe, he does not know what to expect!

For the past ten years, Signe has been living on the compound of a known terrorist; therefore, Ham does not know where her loyalties lie.  This tale is filled with action and unknowns that do not seem to end!

Watch and see if Ham and Signe are ever able to rebuild their broken relationship!  

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

To Love a Prince

 

To Love a Prince, the latest from Rachel Hauck, tells the story of Daffodil Caron.  As a young girl, Daffodil grew up in the company of the young princes of Lauchtenland.  She always dreamed that one day she would be a princess.  After she was discovered  trying on one of the Queen's dresses, Daffodil was forbidden from returning to the halls of the castle!

Fast-forward to current day and you will find Daffodil and Gus, one of the princes, brought together as they attempt to have an infamous chair, owned by the kingdom, repaired.  It must be returned to its former state before the Queen discovers anything is wrong!

This is an interesting tale to follow as Daffodil, Gus and a carpenter, a mysterious man named Emmanuel, attempt to return this chair to its former glory!

Portrait of Love

 

Portrait of Love, by Roseanna M. White, brings The Codebreakers series to a conclusion.  Lily Blackwell, daughter of Captain Blackwell, has been secretly working with her father at England's Intelligence Division.  Zivon Marin, a Russian cryptographer who fled the horrors in his homeland, has also joined the team.  As you move forward on the pages of Portrait of Love, you will see all of the former characters of The CodeBreakers series work together in the infamous Room 40 to bring an end to the war!

As Lily works hard using her skills with photography, her feelings toward her new co-worker seem to move her in a direction she never expected.  You see Zivon trying to adjust to this new land, as he also must deal with great losses he has left behind in Russia.  When you witness Lily also experience an unexpected loss, you see Lily and Zivon drawn together in their mutual pain!

This tale becomes full of action, on the final pages, as you attempt to put all the pieces of this story together!

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

Nothing Short of Wondrous

Nothing Short of Wondrous, by Regina Scott, will take you back to the year 1886 and you will see what life was like in the early days Yellowstone Park.  Kate Tremaine, a widow with a young son, is currently managing one of the hotels in the park.  Her job becomes more complicated when she has to deal with several members of the U.S. Cavalry.  Lieutenant William Prescott has been given the job of keeping the park free of troublemakers; therefore, he must rely on Kate to help give him the lay of the land!

As William and Kate begin to work together, you will see them unsure of how to deal with their new relationship.  They do not know which is harder:  dealing with the problems in the park or with the feelings that are growing between them.  Watch and see what direction William and Kate decide to go by the end of this tale!

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

Beholden

 

Beholden, by Jody Hedlund, tells the classic story of Cinderella in a brand new way.  You meet Vilmar, the second son of King Christian, on the opening pages of this tale.  The King has decided that it is time for Vilmar and his two brothers to undergo the Royal Testing: to determine which son will be the next King.  Vilmar is sent to the mine pits of Warwick to seek his Testing and live out the ancient wisdom Be slave to all!

Shortly after arriving at the gem mine, Vilmar meets a beautiful young woman named Gabriella.  He soon sees the kindness of this woman.  It is a difficult life in the mine; however, Gabriella takes the time to help anyone in need.  You soon learn that Gabriella left a life of filled with riches before ending up at the mine.  Following the death of Lady Gabriella's father, the Duchess of Burgundy and her two daughters move into Gabriella's family home.  Shortly thereafter, Gabriella's is unjustly accused of a crime against the Duchess and is sent to work in Warwick's gem mine as punishment!  

When a friendship begins to grow between Gabriella and Vilmar, Gabriella decides to ask Vilmar to train her to fight against an unknown foe.  After the training is finally completed, Vilmar learns that the foe is a monster, no young woman would have a chance against!

Hold on to the final page of this tale to see how Gabriella fights when she finally comes face-to-face with her foe!

I received a copy of this book from the author, in exchange for my honest review.

The Librarian of Boone's Hollow

 The Librarian of Boone's Hollow, by Kim Vogel Sawyer, takes place during the Great Depression.  Addie Cowherd is working hard on her college degree at the University of Kentucky when she suddenly learns that her tuition is no longer being covered.  Her father has lost his job and can no longer make any payments.  Addie must go out into the world and find a way to support herself!

When Addie's part-time job, at the college library, suddenly opens a full-time position at another library in Kentucky, she knows she must take it.  It is not like any job Addie has held before.  This job is not at a library in a building, rather Addie must hop into a saddle and ride a horse through the hills of rural Kentucky!

The citizens Addie must serve are not very welcoming to outsiders.  Addie must find a way to overcome their suspicions.  When Addie runs into Emmett Tharp (a former schoolmate) in Boone's Hollow, she feels relieved to see a familiar face.  Emmett has returned home because even with a degree he is unable to land a paying position!

Watch as Addie and Emmett attempt to find their way in this backward world of rural Kentucky.  You will be pleased to see the warmth and friendship they form along the way!

I received an e-copy of this book from Waterbrook Publishers. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Forget Me Not

Forget Me Not, by Sarah M. Eden, tells of the early days of the Jonquil family.  Lucas Jonquil has been friends with Julia Cummings since she was a young girl.  When he returns home, after his years of schooling and traveling the world with his friends, Lucas finds his friend Julia a beautiful young woman!

When shortly after Lucas's return, their parents announce that they are to be wed.  Both Lucas and Julia are shocked.  Before they know it, they are man and wife.  As Lucas and Julia travel from Lampton Park to Brier Hill, the location Lucas has claimed as his home, Julia has a lot of questions to process: will she ever see her childhood home again, will she feel at home in Lucas's world and does Lucas truly want to spend the rest of his days at her side?

This is an interesting tale to follow, as you meet all of Lucas's friends (the Gents) and see how each one of them play a part in helping Lucas and Julia find a way to move forward together!

I look forward to following this new series of tales!

Wager for a Wife

Karen Tuft's tale, Wager for a Wife, will take you back to jolly ole England!

William Barlow's life changed the moment his estranged father died.  He has not only inherited his father title, but also all his debt!

William tries to pull Lady Louisa Hargreaves into his world by asking her to marry him and honor a wager his father made with her grandfather!

Hold on until the final page to see how William handles all these changes in his world!

Almost a Bride

 Almost A Bride, by Jody Hedlund, is the latest tale in her Bride Ships series.  After her journey on the latest bride ship from England, Kate Millington arrives in British Columbia intent on building her new life.  The main problem is that Kate cannot make up her mind on the man she should marry.  Kate rejects one man soon after arriving in this new land and now, after making a commitment to a second man, she finds she cannot go through with this promise either.  To make matters worse, Kate looks across the street in this dusty western town and sees Zeke Hart, a man she grew up with in Manchester, England!

After growing up in poverty, Zeke Hart is now the richest man in town.  He has his hands in a number of different business; however, when Zeke discovers gold in the hills, he knows his way is set.  Now he cannot believe it when he realizes that this new beautiful woman in town is actually his childhood friend's little sister!

Zeke quickly forms an interest in pursuing Kate; however, it seems someone is out to slow his progress.  Zeke wonders if they are jealous of his riches or simply his interest in making Kate his wife.  The other blockade in his way is Kate's desire to marry a man who shares her faith.  Unfortunately, after several trials in his life, Zeke has walked away from God!

This is an interesting tale to follow as both Zeke and Kate have interesting challenges to overcome!

I received an e-copy of this book from the author, in exchange for my honest review.

The Christmas Swap

The Christmas Swap, by Melody Carlson, is a fun novella that will get you ready for the holiday season.  Emma Daley must decide where she wants to spend the holiday.  Either she will stay in her hometown of Tempe, Arizona, or travel with her friend Gillian's family to Breckenridge, Colorado, for a house swap.  The opportunity to experience her first Christmas in a world full of snow wins out!

Unbeknownst to the Emma and Gillian's family, Tyler Prescott, a popular songwriter, owns the house that they will be occupying for the home swap.  When Tyler gets accidently "caught" outside the house, as he is on his way to the airport, he explains that he is the "caretaker".  This explanation leads to a whole lot of confusion!

This is a fun tale to follow.  You will see Emma loving everything about this home and its location, while the matriarch of the family absolutely hates all the she sees and experiences.  Sparks will fly in a multitude of ways after Emma befriends the "caretaker"!

Hang on to see where everyone lands by the final page of this tale!

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

Autumn Skies

Autumn Skies, by Denise Hunter, will bring closure to her A Bluebell Inn Romance series.  This latest tale will give you a glimpse of Grace Bennett as she attempts to get her outfitters company off the ground.  You will yet again see interactions with her brother, Levi, and her sister, Molly; however, a new character will enter the scene!

Wyatt Jennings has come to town for some R&R.  Wyatt has been working for the secret service; however, after receiving a gunshot wound on the job, he feels the need to deal with some trauma from his past.  When Wyatt shows up at the Bluebell Inn, Grace does not know what to make of this quiet man whose eyes seem to follow every move she makes!

This is an interesting tale, as Grace and Wyatt get to know each other as they go exploring through the mountains together.  Unfortunately, they both must deal with trauma from their past that will connect them more than they ever imagined.   You will be interested to see how Wyatt's and all the Bennett's lives will change by the end of this tale!

I received this e-book  from Thomas Nelson through netgalley.com.

The Light at Wyndcliff

The Light at Wyndcliff, by Sarah E. Ladd, brings her latest series, Cornwall Novels, to a close.   As this tale opens, you learn that due to her grandfather's gambling, Evelyn Bray's family needs to leave their lavish home and lifestyle behind.  Because of her grandfather's new job as a steward, Evelyn must learn to live in a small cottage on the Wyndcliff Estate, along the coastline of Cornwall, England! 

Evelyn's quiet life changes when the new owner of the Wyndcliff Estate, Liam Twethewey, suddenly shows up.  Liam had been waiting, until he came of age, to take possession of the inheritance he received from his great-uncle.  He is not sure what to make of this new world, when just days after he arrives, he sees a shipwreck take place right along his property!

It is interesting to watch Liam adjust to his new home and also, to see a relationship begin to grow between Liam and Evelyn.  You wonder if Evelyn's grandfather, who has plans of his own, will interfere in the lives of these young people!

I received this e-book  from Thomas Nelson through netgalley.com.

Two Reasons to Run

Two Reasons to Run, by Colleen Coble, continues the story of Police Chief Jane Hardy.  In this latest tale, Jane not only has the opportunity to get to know her son, Will, but her life becomes very complicated, as she has to deal with a potential threat to an oil platform off the coast!

Reid Bechtol, the father of her son, is working on a documentary concerning the oil platform, so he gets thrown into the middle of the chaos.  When their son's life is threatened by this terrorist, both Reid and Jane jump into action to protect their son!

A lot of details about Reid and Jane's former life will come to light on the pages of this book.  You will wonder how these two will ever be able to overcome the hurts of the past!

I received this e-book  from Thomas Nelson through netgalley.com.

Acceptable Risk

Lynette Eason's latest book, Acceptable Risk, is yet again a tale full of action from page one.  Sarah Denning is a military journalist working in the Middle East, when she is kidnapped along with a group of young girls.  Gavin Black, a former Army Ranger, is called in to attempt a rescue.  After Sarah is successfully returned to her home in the states, not only will she have to deal with emotional hurts from her past, but danger seems to have followed her home, as well!

Gavin and Sarah had previously met in their time overseas.  So it seems that their reconnection may lead to something more.  When Sarah's father receives threats on his life, he hires Gavin to keep Sarah protected.  Now, you know for sure that things may soon change!

As Gavin and Sarah seem to be finding danger at every turn, it is interesting trying to put all the pieces of this tale together.  Hold tight as you wait to see if the pieces finally fall into place!

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

A Dazzle of Diamonds

A Dazzle of Diamonds, by Liz Johnson, tells an interesting tale.  Penelope Hunter, working as an event planner, is shocked when the man, who left her at the altar, suddenly walks in her door with his new fiance!

Penelope is not sure how to respond.  Out of habit, she turns to her best friend, Tucker Westbrook.  Penelope and Tucker have been there for each other, ever since they were young.  This time is a little different.  Tucker is experiencing trouble of his own.  He is attempting to run for sheriff, but there is gossip brewing about his family ancestors stealing a treasure that is loaded with diamonds.  Unfortunately, this could have a negative effect on his campaign!

It is fun to see how Penelope and Tucker deal with both of their traumas.  You will be excited to see where Penelope and Tucker land by the end of this tale!

I received this e-book  from Revell through netgalley.com.

Vying for the Viscount

Vying for the Viscount, by Kristi Ann Hunter, is the beginning of her latest series, Hearts on the Heath.  You will encounter Hudson Stilton, as he is traveling from India to England.  Hudson will not only acquire a new home, but a new title, the Viscount of Stilton, and a racing empire developed by his grandfather!

When Hunter arrives at his new home and begins to inspect his stables, he is suddenly accosted by an unknown woman.  He soon learns that his attacker is actually his neighbor, Bianca Snowley, who daily exercises his horses and mistakenly assumes that he is attempting to steal the horses!

Hunter and Bianca will soon develop a friendship, as Hunter needs help acclimating to this new society and possibly find a bride.  The only bump in the road is that Bianca is actually developing an attraction herself to the new viscount!

It is fun to see where Hunter and Bianca end up by the end of this tale!

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

Where Dandelions Bloom

Tara Johnson's latest, Where Dandelions Bloom, will take you back to the early days of America.  The battle between the North and the South has barely begun.  Cassie Kendrick is having a battle herself; only it is with her drunkard father, who wants to give her in marriage to another evil man.  In an effort to save herself, Cassie decides to disguise herself, as a man named "Thomas Turner", and head off to join the battle!

In the early days of the fighting, 'Thomas' meets Gabriel Avery, a young photographer looking to make a name for himself, and a friendship slowly begins to form.  Watch and see what happens when Gabriel realizes that "Thomas"' is actually a woman in disguise! 

This tale is full of so much action and detail about this time in our past.  It is a good reminder of what those who came before us had to endure!

A Bride of Convenience

A Bride of Convenience is the latest tale from Jody Hedlund.  Zoe Hart found a way to escape her life of working in the mills of England.  She is headed for Canada on a ship full of potential brides.  Zoe is looking for a better life; however, she is also hoping for a chance to locate her brother!

Zoe meets the local pastor, Abe Merivale, shortly after her arrival.  When Abe comes upon an abandoned baby of native birth needing a home, he asks Zoe to help fill the need.  After Abe receives news that his fiance will not be coming to join him; before he knows it, Abe is asking Zoe to become this wife!

This book is full of activity with Abe working hard on building his church; while at the same time, he and Zoe are getting settled into their new marriage.  There will be many surprises by the time you reach the end of this tale.  Hang on for the ride!

I received a copy of this book from the author, in exchange for my honest review.

Don't Keep Silent

Don't Keep Silent, by Elizabeth Goddard, is the final tale in her Uncommon Justice series.  When Rae Burke learns that her sister-in-law, Zoey, is missing, she knows she must immediately jump into action to help track her down.  The first man she thinks of to help in her cause is Liam McKade.  Liam is a former DEA agent, who previously helped Rae track down another missing woman.  Rae knows he would definitely be up to the task!

Danger seems to be following Rae and Liam with every step they take.  This is a high-energy tale that will leave you unsure of who can be trusted from the start.  Don't Keep Silent will definitely have you on the edge of your seat until you reach the last page!

A tale not to be missed!

The Heart of a Hero

Susan May Warren's latest high-paced tale is entitled, Heart of a Hero.  You will yet again encounter Jack Silver and Dr. Aria Sinclair on the pages of this book.  The last time they meet they were attempting to climb Mt. Denali in Alaska; however, now you will find them fighting against a category 4 hurricane along the shores of Key West!

You will meet a group of new characters in this tale, as they are all attempting to stay alive while trapped in a hospital being pummelled by wind and rain.  Yet again, Aria and Jake will struggle with pain from their past as they try to forge a future!

Hold on to see if this future will have Aria and Jake doing life side by side!

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

The Key to Everything

The Key to Everything, by Valerie Fraser Luesse, tells the story of Peyton Cabot, a 15-year-old boy on the verge of adulthood.  When his father suddenly dies, Peyton decides to follow in his father's footsteps, jump on his bike and begin a journey down the coastline of Florida heading toward Key West!

Peyton has a lot of experiences along the way.  As he makes friends on his trip, each one adds something good to his life.  Most importantly, Peyton meets up with Lisa Wallace, the young girl he is in love with, when he reaches his destination!

This is a fun experience to watch this young man grow up, as he encounters all of these new situations!

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

 

Where the Stars Meet the Sea

Where the Stars Meet the Sea is Heidi Kimball's latest tale.  On the opening pages of this book, you will meet Juliet Graham as she is headed to the Shaldorn Castle for a house party with her aunt.  Juliet knows that her family is expecting her to help her cousin, Hugh, capture the heart of Lady Ellen, the daughter of the Everdale family.  However, when Juliet meets a boorish man in the halls of the castle, she will soon discover that he is actually the infamous Duke of Halstead!

This is a high paced tale.  As Juliet verbally spars with Halstead, you will see feelings for him begin to grow.  When Juliet learns that her other cousin, Robert, is romantically interested in her, she does not know what to do to.  Should she open her heart towards Halstead, a man much higher in rank than she is or turn toward Robert, the man who has always been her dear friend?

This tale gets even more complicated when Juliet's eleven-year-old brother, Harry, runs away from boarding school with the hopes of sailing the seas.  Juliet had been waiting for the day that she could become Harry's guardian; however, now she must rescue him from making a big mistake.  Juliet will be surprised when one of these men shows up to assist her in her efforts!

You will wonder if Juliet's heart follow the direction of society or if she will be strong enough to follow her heart's desire?

The Marriage Bargain

In The Marriage Bargain by Heidi Kimball, you will meet Emmeline, a young woman who is still trying to find a match in her third season out in society.  Her mother does not know what to do with her and after all the emotional and physical abuse she throws at her daughter, Emmeline does not know what to do either!

When Emmeline enters yet another ballroom, she spies Lord Anslowe and an idea begins to form in the back of her mind.  Emmeline will make a bargain with Anslowe that will remove her from the terrible environment in her home!

After one year of marriage. Emmeline is truly enjoying her freedom.  Anslowe spends his days in London trying to make improvements through his work in government, while Emmeline enjoys her days in the country managing the details of the family estate.  When rumours spring up that Emmeline is having an affair, this ideal way of life seems like it may to come an end.  The affair is not with some random man, but it is said to be with one of Anslowe's arch rivals in the halls of government!

This short tale is about to get very exciting.   Will Emmeline and Anslowe ever find the source of the rumor and will they change their marriage of convenience into something much greater?

Selah

Selah, by Lisa T. Bergren, is the final tale in the Sugar Baron's Daughters series.  Selah is the youngest daughter in the Barring family.  Her time on the Caribbean island, that is now her home, has lead her to care for many of the slaves who also call this land home.  Selah is surprised when she is drawn toward the Methodist preacher, Jediah Reed, who has been called to share the news of Jesus Christ with the slaves!

Selah and Jedidiah soon find themselves in dangerous situations as they attempt to help runaway slaves.  Even to the point of Selah being struck by the whip of an angry slave-owner!

This is an interesting tale as you see where Selah and Jedidiah end up in the midst of these crazy days leading up to the American Revolution!

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

Storing Up Trouble

Jen Turano's latest book, Storing Up Trouble, is a tale full of activity as you follow Beatrix and Norman around the city of Chicago!

After winding up in jail several times for supporting suffragette causes, debutante Miss Beatrix Waterbury finds herself on a train bound for Chicago to visit her aunt.  When the train is suddenly held up by masked men, Beatrix finds herself in a tricky situation!

Mr. Norman Nesbit is a man of science, so he does not know what to do with the high-spirited Miss Waterbury.   Norman slowly turns his focus from the research papers that he is sure the men are after to this beautiful young woman who has entered his world!

Watch and see how Beatrix and Norman get acquainted and then work together to solve the mystery of why they were originally attacked on the train!

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

On a Costal Breeze

On a Coastal Breeze, the second book in Suzanne Woods Fisher's Three Sisters Island series, will focus on Madison, the second daughter in the Grayson family.  Maddie has moved to Three Sisters Island in an attempt to start-up her counseling business.  As she is waiting for her first customers to arrive, Maddie sees a sky-diver floating in for a landing.  Unfortunately, the man is Ricky O'Shea, her former high-school nemesis!

Maddie has a long history with Ricky that she is not ready to resume.  Throughout this tale, Suzanne drops tidbits concerning Maddie and Ricky's earlier encounters.  The information helps the reader understand the rivalry that is part of their relationship!

Ricky is returning to the island to fill the role of the local pastor.  This role is much needed for the community; however, Maddie does not need the distraction.  This is an interesting tale as you watch Ricky and Maddie try to form a new kind of friendship!

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

Starfish Pier

Starfish Pier is the latest tale added to Irene Hannon's Hope Harbor series.  Holly Miller recently decided to make Hope Harbor her new home.  Her work as a first-grade teacher has provided a way to settle into this quiet community.  When Holly attempts to raise funds for a non-profit group that supports life, she meets Steven Roark.  Steven is a former member of the military and everything about him seems to be anti-life!

Although this relationship seems to have started on prickly terms, Holly and Steven slowly form a friendship.  Both Holly and Steven are holding on to secrets that will make moving forward into a deeper relationship rather difficult!

Hold on as you watch these two walk down a rocky road.  You will be surprised to see where God leads them!

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

Now and Then and Always

Now and Then and Always is the latest from Melissa Tagg.  This story takes place near Maple Valley, Iowa.  You will remember this small country town from Melissa Tagg's previous books.  You will see glimpses of members of the Walker family on the pages of this book!

In this latest book, you will meet two emotionally wounded people.  Mara Bristol is living in fear, due to a young man who is stalking her.  Detective Marshall Hawkins has not been able to recover from the loss of his young daughter.  His marriage ended in divorce and now his captain has placed him on an extended leave.  Marshall soon finds himself volunteering to help Mara save the Everwood, the B&B where she has been living!

An interesting storyline includes a high dollar painting that has been missing for years and was last seen hanging on the walls of the Everwood.  It is fun to see what is discovered about where this painting has been hidden for years!

Watch God bring healing to both Mara and Marshall, by the final pages of this tale!

The Sheriffs of Savage Wells

The Sheriffs of Savage Wells is written by Sarah Eden.  I have loved every book from Sarah that is set in England; however, these western books did not disappoint!

Paisley Bell has been filling in for the "out of pocket" sheriff in the town of Savage Wells.  Now that the town is looking to fill the spot with a new sheriff, Paisley has thrown her name into the pot.  You will soon see that Paisley is going up against a strong group of men for this position!

Cade O'Brien, who has a well-known reputation as being a tough sheriff, is Paisley's most serious competitor.  It is fun to see how these two interact on the pages of this book!

Along the way, you will meet many of the quirky characters in this town and you will come to love each and every on of them.  Throw a bank robbery into the mix and you find that you have a tale full of more action the you would have guessed!

This is a book not to be missed!

Stay with Me

Stay with Me, by Becky Wade, is the first book in her latest series.  Sam Turner, looking for a solitary life, opened a restaurant in  the foothills of the Smoky Mountains; however, one quiet morning he finds a woman unconscious in a empty cottage on his property.  After looking through the woman's purse, he discovers her name is Genevieve Woodward; however, he also finds her in possession of some dangerous pain pills!

Genevieve, a well-known Bible study author, has been struggling with her addiction to oxycontin.  Sam reluctantly offers to assist her in making an escape from its power.  Genevieve also has another problem.  She has returned to her hometown to research a threatening letter that she received in the mail!

As Genevieve digs into her parents past in an effort to understand the origin of the threats, she will discover new truths about not only her parents, but herself as well.  By the end of this book, you will see a beautiful picture of the healing power that only God can bring!

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

Take a Chance on Me

Take a Chance on Me, is a new novella from Becky Wade.  This is a quick read to introduce you to Becky's latest series, Misty River Romance.  You will meet Penelope Quinn on the opening pages, as she is rushing to the hospital in response to her brother's call for help.  Her brother Theo's wife, Aubrey, is in the midst of a medical trauma, following the birth of their daughter, Madeline.  Theo is in need of some help caring for their newborn.  The only thing that Penelope does not know is that Theo also requested help from his pilot friend, Eli Price, the man Penelope has no wish to ever see again!

After seeing many of her friends end up with broken hearts after dating pilots, Penelope had made an oath to never date an Air Force pilot in an effort to protect herself.  Once you learn that Aubrey's condition is under control, you will watch Eli and Penelope attempt to care for baby Madeline.   Slowly, you will see Penelope and Eli begin to come to terms with a relationship that barely got of the ground!

On the pages of this tale, you will see all of the efforts Eli will go through to show Penelope that she can trust him with her heart!