Though this is the last book in the Tupelo Grove series, it is the first one I have read. However, I have the first two and will be going back and reading them as soon as possible. I have enjoyed previous books written by Colleen Coble so I was excited at the opportunity to get an advanced readers copy of When Justice Comes. I do think I would have enjoyed this one even more if I had read the previous books. But even considering I started at the end of the series, I really lo

This is the first book I have read in the Hope Harbor series by Irene Hannon. However, this one worked well as a standalone. The characters are well developed and while some are featured in earlier books, there are several new ones you get to meet. And all of them are so relatable ... people you interact with on a daily basis. The expressions of faith are sprinkled throughout the pages with the blessing of romance and moments of wisdom that is shared. A feelgood read that wil

The author, Robert Whitlow, has become one of my favorite Christian fiction authors. He is able to bring to life characters that are relatable, add in the taste of suspense, and thread a Christian focus while keeping you fully invested in the story. There are lots of twists and turns and moments of intense danger, but the intensity is handled well. I enjoyed the witness protection aspect of the book and the added triggers this created. This is definitely one to put on your to

To begin with, I fell in love with AJ Winthrop. What an amazing man he was. There are a lot of characters and storylines woven throughout the pages. The tapestry that is created through the author’s words is unforgettable. There were so many quotes that touched me and had me grabbing a pen and paper to jot them down. When an author does that, I am completely invested in the story. One of my favorites was: “Love is two broken people fitted together to hold each other up, to po

This is a book that delves into the life of a boy, Austin, with major health issues. So it is not a light read. However, it was encouraging to read how Austin and his parents grow in their spiritual life. I think my biggest issue with the book is that I expected it to be more about Austin. Instead, you have to endure his dad’s whiny, selfish, and immature personality. I appreciated learning about Austin and his many challenges and experiencing the emotional and spiritual jour

This is the first book I have read in the Speranza Team series. But I enjoyed it so much that I will go back and read the first one as well as any future books to be released. I want to get to know the background story of the characters in The Liar’s Treasure. This is an intense rollercoaster ride through the pages. They are filled with strong capable women with a variety of talents that make them an asset to the team. A bit of romantic entanglement but it only adds to the em

Whenever I see a new book will be released by Christina Suzann Nelson, it is quickly added to my to-be-read list. She does a wonderful job of creating a good clean Christian story that is filled with mystery and suspense. One aspect I really enjoyed was it is a dual timeline book. This is an emotional read. Your heart will ache for the lives of so many of the people you meet along the way. While there are plenty of difficult matters and experiences, there are also some opport

I love books about books and that include a road trip. So I was excited to get lost in the pages of this one. The fact that the road trip was focused on the classics in literature was a big plus for me. The difficult relationship between the mother and her two adult daughters was difficult to experience. But as you journey through the pages with Edie, Lauren, and Chloe, you will begin to discover the stories that live within us but we may not share with others. This was an em

This is a story of relationships ... family, friends, and past loves. A heartfelt tale set in Mississippi amid the love and support of Edie’s grandmother and her closeknit group of friends, the Ten Spots. When you open the book and absorb the first word, you will be enveloped in grace, caring, support, second chances, and forgiveness. Hidden secrets, self-discovery, and healing are sprinkled throughout the book. It was touching to see the characters discover the “light” of ho

I had looked forward to reading this first book in The Women of Cannon Book series. But I could not get invested in the story. I also did not connect with or care for Mary or her husband, John. While based on a true story, spreading it out into a trilogy is not appealing. I did enjoy learning about the first women postal carriers in Oregon. Thank you to NetGalley and Revell for my advanced review copy. All opinions and thoughts are my own. For more reviews, please visit my bl

I am looking forward to more books in the National Parks Summer series. Having the opportunity to “visit” the Grand Teton National Park through the pages of this book was a wonderful adventure. The characters were well developed and I enjoyed getting to know photographer Kate, Ranger Grant Cooper, Ranger Tim Rivers, and teenagers Frankie and Maisie. I absolutely fell in love with Maisie and her perky personality. She was so much fun, knowledgeable, and energetic. This is a st

I looked forward to reading The Filling Station by Vanessa Miller. However, it took all I had to trudge through the pages to get to the end. This is definitely a difficult read as you experience the racial tension and prejudices that were so prevalent at that period of time. The Tulsa Race Massacre was a horrendous incident. But while a story I struggled to get through, watching Margaret and Evelyn wrestled to cope with the trauma of the massacre was emotionally challenging.

One of the best books I have ever read. The characters will grab your heart and squeeze tight. You will love some, hate some, and want to meet a lot of them. I wish they were real people! One warning before you open the first page, grab a couple of boxes of tissues. You will need them! You will find yourself sobbing and the next minute laughing a deep belly laugh. This book touches your soul and fills you up with love, laughter, and a sense of belonging. I hope you will open

Another home run by author, Anna Daugherty. Her Grace Church series has become a favorite and I hope there are more lives and loves to be...

This is the first book in the Women of Wynton’s series. I have had the opportunity to read. I enjoyed this one so much that I will go...

Kristy Cambron has become one of my favorite authors. You know when you open up one of her books and begin to go on a journey through the...

I have thoroughly enjoyed all six of the books in the “A Day to Remember” series. Each one focuses on disasters that actually occurred in...

When you open up a book by Amanda Cox, you will be invited to go on a journey of discovery, forgiveness, emotional pain, and difficult...

I love historical fiction books and especially if they take place during WWII. That is the case for These Blue Mountains. But it is a...

This was a fun but emotional read. I loved getting to know Tuesday, Harlow, and Matt. A multi-timeline book, you will be drawn into each...