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...

I so enjoyed this book and the delightful characters. And who would not want to be part of a road trip on Route 66. A multi-timeline...

This is the first book I have read in the Cape Cod Creamery series, however, I have purchased the first two books and cannot wait to get...

This was a wonderful book of family, love, mercy, and God’s grace. With a theme of forgiveness sprinkled throughout the pages, you will...

While I did appreciate reading about the story of Noah and his wife, Zara, as they live a life committed entirely on God, the characters...