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THIS is the two minute Book Review....I know your life is busy but that doesn't mean you have to settle. Here you'll find a quick take on the latest & greatest in Christian Fiction, Art, and Leadership books. Take some time for yourself; find a good book, relax and enjoy!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07788005806876558529noreply@blogger.comBlogger121125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505670339771872200.post-48657200261121816992017-02-20T10:39:00.002-08:002017-02-20T10:39:34.824-08:00Baseball Faith ~ Rob Maaddi<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>Book:</b> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Baseball-Faith-Stars-Reflect-Their/dp/1683220943/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1487613453&sr=8-1&keywords=baseball+faith" target="_blank">Baseball Faith</a><br />
<b>Author:</b> Rob Maaddi<br />
<b>Publisher:</b> <span id="goog_1059907749"></span><a href="http://www.barbourbooks.com/catalog/CategoryInfo.aspx?cid=323&subjectcid=323&Tab=Books&CsId=285" target="_blank">S<span id="goog_1059907750"></span>hiloh Run Press</a><br />
<b>Publishing Date:</b> March 1, 2017<br />
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<b>My interest in this book:</b> My husband and son are huge--I mean play it, talk it, watch it "huge"--fans of baseball. My 10 year old son can list you a ton of baseball facts and stats but when it comes to reciting a bible verse? That's a little more complicated to get him excited about. Until now.<br />
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<b>Main ideas / Message:</b> Each page starts with a scripture quote and is followed by a player's definition of why that scripture is important to him. Each page can be read in less than 2 minutes. The following two pages are devoted to some of the player's stats and an interesting fact; like "Matz is the only pitcher and the 26th player in the last century to collect at least four RBIs in his major league debut"; "The average annual value of Kershaw's contract, $30.7 million, is the largest ever for a baseball player."<br />
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<b>Favorite moments:</b> To be honest, I didn't even have to read any of the internal content before falling in love with this book. From the cover design to the page set ups to the back cover copy: "Baseball Faith will inspire you in your faith journey as 52 MLB players--past and present--share their stories and how they are chasing the success that only comes from being God's man and following His plan. These men are committed to living their lives with eternity in mind. Empowered by God, they are looking beyond the competition to a larger goal: following God's game plan for their lives as team players, husband, fathers, sons and then using their influence to point others toward Him." And these are not just "devotions." These are real men, successful men, who are showing my son the Way.<br />
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<b>Overall:</b> I LOVE this book! I am so glad Barbour/Shiloh Run published Rob Maddi's collection. It's a quick read that will entice even the least avid reader to take a peek; the stats are interesting; it's writing is easy to read for my 10 year old and still interesting for my husband. This book is very relational and I feel that's how lives are changed. Not by teaching, not by dictating, but by relationship. It's why Jesus taught by storytelling. He made the information relatable to the hearers. Rob has done exactly that and I couldn't be more excited to have this book in our home. THIS is the type of man I want my son to become; from the players to the author, all are examples of what you can do with your love of God and baseball. I really can't stop gushing about how pleased I am with this book! Well done Barbour and Rob Maaddi.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07788005806876558529noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505670339771872200.post-61010926675377121712016-11-29T11:44:00.001-08:002016-11-29T11:44:17.673-08:00The Innkeeper of Ivy Hill ~ by Julie Klassen<div style="color: #222222; font-size: 12px; line-height: normal;">
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;">Of Thora: "She was ready to frown at all times. Life had taught her to expect little else."</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;">Of Mercy Groves: "And then there was the rare woman who had every right to look forlorn, yet did not. Women who lived in expectation of pleasure against all logic."</span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07788005806876558529noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505670339771872200.post-60036291948715040542016-10-25T20:13:00.003-07:002016-10-25T20:13:49.140-07:00Chase the Lion by Mark Batterson<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Author: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Mark-Batterson/e/B001JPAHKI/ref=dp_byline_cont_book_1" target="_blank">Mark Batterson</a><br />
Publisher: <a href="http://waterbrookmultnomah.com/" target="_blank">Multnomah</a><br />
Publishing Date: September 6, 2016<br />
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This is the book you'v been waiting for. This is a book to not only ignite the dreams in those who are searching or hungry for something more, bur it's a call out the mighty men of God. <span style="background-color: white; color: #181818; font-family: Merriweather, Georgia, serif; font-size: 14px;"><u>Chase The Lion</u>, is a Dream-Pursuer's fuel.</span><br />
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Just as Eldridge's book "Wild at Heart" talks about needing something to chase, this is a book to awaken the passion to pursue the call on your life. Reading this creates a hunger to set chase to something BIG!<br />
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Favorite Quotes:<br style="background-color: white; color: #181818; font-family: Merriweather, Georgia, serif; font-size: 14px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #181818; font-family: Merriweather, Georgia, serif; font-size: 14px;">"Too often the church complains about culture instead of creating it. The energy we spend on criticism is being stolen from creativity. It’s sideways energy. We need fewer commentators and more innovators. I try to live by Michelangelo’s maxim: criticize by creating. Quit complaining about what’s wrong, and do something that makes a difference!" -Chase The Lion @markbatterson</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #181818; font-family: Merriweather, Georgia, serif; font-size: 14px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #181818; font-family: Merriweather, Georgia, serif; font-size: 14px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #181818; font-family: Merriweather, Georgia, serif; font-size: 14px;">"God honors big dreams because big dreams honor God." -Chase The Lion</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #181818; font-family: Merriweather, Georgia, serif; font-size: 14px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #181818; font-family: Merriweather, Georgia, serif; font-size: 14px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #181818; font-family: Merriweather, Georgia, serif; font-size: 14px;">"No conflict. No story. We accept that fact when it comes to movies. Epic movies demand epic conflict. That’s what makes them epic! And what’s true of great movies is true of great lives. Great conflict cultivates great character. Of course, it’s easier to watch on the screen than it is to walk through it. If you want to live an epic life, you have to overcome some epic challenges. You have to take some epic risks, make some epic sacrifices. For David it was picking a fight with Goliath. For Benaiah it was chasing the lion." -Chase The Lion</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #181818; font-family: Merriweather, Georgia, serif; font-size: 14px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #181818; font-family: Merriweather, Georgia, serif; font-size: 14px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #181818; font-family: Merriweather, Georgia, serif; font-size: 14px;">(I was given a copy of this book through Netgalley.com in exchange for an honest review. In all honesty, I fell in love with this book. I didn't read the first one--In the Pit With a Lion on a Snowy Day--but this one caught my attention and kept it. Love it! And yes, another copy will be purchased and on my coffee table.)</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07788005806876558529noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505670339771872200.post-19290085217831829462016-10-24T17:01:00.000-07:002016-10-24T17:10:41.486-07:00Newton & Polly by Jody Hedlund<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>My interest in this book is: </b>I really enjoy Jody Hedlund's ability to tell a story and when I heard she wrote one about John Newton and Amazing Grace? This worshiper couldn't wait to get her hands on it!</div>
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<b>Favorite characters, quotes / lines:</b> "The words were soft and anguished as if he'd torn them from his soul."</div>
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<b>When I finished this book I felt: </b>How great is God's love! It's amazing to contemplate how your life can relate to the message experienced while reading someone else's story. You can't help but bask in what God is doing--and has done--in your life after reading this. <a href="http://elizabethcamden.com/" target="_blank">Elizabeth Camden</a> stated of this book, "A powerfully moving account of one man's epic journey from doubt and despair into a world of radiant faith." So, so true.</div>
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<b>Other books to read by this Author or theme:</b> Oh, so many of her books are available and a great read. Just search my blog for other stories by Jody Hedlund that I've reviewed or head on over to <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Jody-Hedlund/e/B003JLXD6A/ref=dp_byline_cont_book_1" target="_blank">her Amazon page</a>. </div>
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<b>Overall:</b> This really is a book that will encourage your own faith journey and pull on your soul. Jody has a masterful way of relating history with His-story, and yours. She has a God-given talent to tell story--the kind that echoes of eternity and history, of faith and power and love and redemption. I read her books and my soul longs to be in worship to the One True King. You can't help but fall more in love with God after reading the stories she relates. </div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07788005806876558529noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505670339771872200.post-6107127672719904172016-04-04T15:00:00.001-07:002016-04-04T18:51:49.496-07:00Daring Sacrifice<div><b><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7e8ypgEdPUAumNF4KdwW6BbsdCqzbG0IKBs9yXqiLl3ESEb6_ePEiNnfnFuAQP4JFYEGAwJ_TGCy9T4DKb6tZAFBvDatdq_pSrLgENu3kIXjt5NEuyu7tkddvQFR9EgydDd8mvGYA1BE/s640/blogger-image--37795040.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7e8ypgEdPUAumNF4KdwW6BbsdCqzbG0IKBs9yXqiLl3ESEb6_ePEiNnfnFuAQP4JFYEGAwJ_TGCy9T4DKb6tZAFBvDatdq_pSrLgENu3kIXjt5NEuyu7tkddvQFR9EgydDd8mvGYA1BE/s640/blogger-image--37795040.jpg"></a></div><br></b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b>Book:</b> Daring Sacrifice</div><div><b>Author: </b>Jody Hedlund</div><div><b>Publisher:</b> Zondervan</div><div><b>Publishing Date: </b>March 1, 2016</div><div><br></div><div><b>Type of book:</b> England 1390</div><div><br></div><div><b>My interest in this book:</b> I immediately fell in love with the first book in the series, <i>Uncertain Certain Choice</i>, and jumped at the opportunity to read the next in the series. </div><div><br></div>Since just over a year ago, I have twice been privileged to dive into the medieval world of 1390 England where knights ride valiantly and noble daughters stand up for what is right. As daughters of the King, we each have a claim to nobility with the opportunity to stand up for what is good and right and noble. <div><br></div><div><b>What I love about this book: </b>it's just flat-out an excellent story! The content is realistic and applicable to modern readers. </div><div><p class=""><span class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">What I love about Jody's stories is not only her heart to connect with readers through quality Christian writing, but to create life change. In this series, she reveals true emotions about being young and in love and includes an invaluable discussion guide at the back of her books. I strongly recommend that this book series—if not this book alone—be read as a small group, using the questions in the back. You will be able to easily discuss topics like: “What are some of the characteristics that drew Juliana and Collin to each other?…What made them a good fit for each other?” “…Why do you think it’s important for couples to spend time really getting to see the other person in their daily life (rather than always prettied-up on dates)?” “…Why is modesty so important for both men and women? And what does modesty mean to you?” I’m not often a fan of the discussion questions contained in novels—they seem like afterthoughts. Not so here! These questions bring up topics that might otherwise feel awkward in a discussion between mom and daughter if brought up on their own. </span></p><p class=""><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">5+ stars & bookshelf worthy</span></p><p class=""><span class="" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">I will be reading this series with the girls of our church and my daughter!</span></p><p class=""><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;"><b>To celebrate Jody's second book in the <i>Uncertain Choice </i>series, let's do an Amazon giveaway for one of her books. You're choice of eBook or paperback. </b></span></p><p class=""><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;"><b>Here are ways to enter:</b></span></p><p class=""><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;"><b>Leave a comment on a difficult YA topic that might be easier to discuss if a book like this one were written about it. </b></span></p><p class=""><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;"><b>Follow Jody Hedlund's author page on Amazon.</b> (Let me know in the comments)</span></p><p class=""><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;"><b>Tweet about this giveaway. </b>(Give link in comments)</span></p><p class=""><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto;"><b><i>Giveaway end 4/10/2016</i></b></span></p></div><div><br><div><br></div><div><br></div></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07788005806876558529noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505670339771872200.post-28717169755639556612016-03-26T08:59:00.001-07:002016-03-26T08:59:55.288-07:00Where have you been?<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfgvDGzoOiszx4QydLs19OXR6GfVKgJWncU5Z2289hs_A3EYulNiRy59FxNtoScWnodkjfeWy3CS4-CFx4PkbQOUSDS9DPTcU_e_S3Yq0o-Quih6xGS86mJ6pNlpDlPyEfwrruSJVn4Jk/s640/blogger-image-194689961.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfgvDGzoOiszx4QydLs19OXR6GfVKgJWncU5Z2289hs_A3EYulNiRy59FxNtoScWnodkjfeWy3CS4-CFx4PkbQOUSDS9DPTcU_e_S3Yq0o-Quih6xGS86mJ6pNlpDlPyEfwrruSJVn4Jk/s640/blogger-image-194689961.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Between moving twice and adding this adorable fella to the mix, my life has been crazy busy...not to mention sleep deprived. BUT it's time to take back time that so easily slips away and start hanging out with you guys again! There are so many fatastic books that have come out & are do out over the next few months. I can't wait to talk about them with you. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">In the mean time, I pray your Easter weekend is filled with love, family & friends. What an incredible time of year !</div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07788005806876558529noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505670339771872200.post-55154925568216816022015-10-27T04:30:00.000-07:002015-10-27T04:30:00.896-07:00A Noble Masquerade by Kristi Ann Hunter<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: 15px; line-height: 21px;">"He grinned as sleep crowded the edges of his mind. It may not be nice, but it was definitely fun."</span></span><br />
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<b>Book:</b> <a href="http://smile.amazon.com/Chivalrous-Valiant-Hearts-Dina-Sleiman/dp/076421313X/ref=sr_1_fkmr1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1442844972&sr=8-1-fkmr1&keywords=chivilrous+sleiman" target="_blank">Chivalrous</a><br />
<b>Author:</b> <a href="http://smile.amazon.com/Dina-L.-Sleiman/e/B0054SDV6S/ref=dp_byline_cont_book_1" target="_blank">Dina Sleiman</a><br />
<b>Publisher: </b>Bethany House<br />
<b>Publishing Date:</b> September 8, 2015<br />
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: 15px; line-height: 21px;">"Were he to engage his imagination, he could almost picture wisps of fog spreading from the bottom of her jet-black gown" ~ what great imagery and way to tap into the "motion picture" feel </span></span><br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07788005806876558529noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505670339771872200.post-11082803289181048282015-09-14T04:30:00.000-07:002015-09-14T04:30:02.628-07:00Irish Meadows by Susan Anne Mason<br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><b>Book: </b><a href="http://smile.amazon.com/Irish-Meadows-Courage-Dream-Susan/dp/0764217240/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1442196628&sr=1-1" target="_blank">Irish Meadows</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><b>My interest in this book is: </b>Honestly, I liked the cover and love all things Irish. (Just see my posts about <a href="http://smile.amazon.com/Michael-K.-Reynolds/e/B009SFJZZE/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_2?qid=1407271643&sr=8-2" target="_blank">Michael K. Reynold's</a> <a href="http://www.breathperfumed.com/2014/02/book-review-songs-of-shenandoah.html" target="_blank">Heirs of Ireland series</a>)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><b>Type of Book:</b> Fiction Romance,<b> </b>1911, Long Island, New York, Horse Ranch and the city </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><b>Favorite characters, quotes / lines:</b> The entire cast of this book is clever and likable (at least by the end). ;-)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><b>When I finished this book I felt: </b>Happy for everyone. Upon reflection, this book seems to me to have a feel similar to <a href="http://smile.amazon.com/Tamera-Alexander/e/B001H6NKXK/ref=sr_tc_2_0?qid=1442198803&sr=1-2-ent" target="_blank">Tamera Alexander'</a>s <a href="http://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B005UEXDVE/ref=series_rw_dp_sw" target="_blank">Belmont series</a> as it has a location with a dominant character who rules the roost mixed with her <a href="http://smile.amazon.com/Whisper-Belle-Meade-Plantation-Novel-ebook/dp/B007JK5EVY/ref=pd_sim_351_2?ie=UTF8&refRID=1MJ0AWX0ZWW88FR4CDQH&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL320_SR206%2C320_" target="_blank">Belle Meade series </a>because of the horses.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><b>Overall:</b> A pleasant read with a well written cast of characters with problems enough to keep you reading through the end while rooting for them all the way. I enjoyed this cute story and am left ready for the sequel without feeling stranded by the plot but curious about some of the more minor characters. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">A bonus: Boy! Can this author write a romantic scene! *swoon* (I won't tell you who it involves though! You'll have to read it for yourself.)</span><br />
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<b>Book:</b><a href="http://smile.amazon.com/Timeless-Love-Romance-Collection-Historical/dp/1634093291/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1441142574&sr=8-1&keywords=the+timeless+love+romance+collection" target="_blank">The Timeless Love Romance Collection</a><br />
<b>Author: </b>DiAnn Mills, Dianne Christner, Lynn A. Coleman, Nancy J. Farrier, Darlene Mindrup, Tamela Hancock Murray, Jennifer Rogers Spinola, Pamela Kaye Tracy<br />
<b>Publisher:</b> <a href="http://www.barbourbooks.com/catalog/CategoryInfo.aspx?cid=152" target="_blank">Barbour Books</a><br />
<b>Publishing Date:</b> August 1, 2015 (previous singular publishing dates listed in book)<br />
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<b>My interest in this book is: </b>I enjoy reading collections because it offers a quick introduction to a group of authors previously unknown to me--like a story-telling treasure hunt.</div>
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<b>Type of Book:</b> Historical Romances, 1900's America, some of the stories are about the Harvey Girls of the Grand Canyon </div>
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<b>When I finished this book I felt: </b>Satisfied. This is a solid collection of stories that is perfect for the busy woman who just wants to sit and unwind with a decent story. All the authors do a good job of developing their characters and bringing the reader along. </div>
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Darlene Mindrup's novella <u>Shelter from the Storm</u>, started off rough for me--descriptions in the beginning felt a little forced--but once we get rolling, her characters are very well developed and you can tell she has created solid backstory for each character without feeling the need to tell you all about it. Perfect!</div>
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Loved Lynn A. Coleman's story. <u>Olympic Hopes.</u> It's honest & clear; she's blunt and to the point and her story resonates like a bell in a choir. She does a good job describing feelings, especially for YA who have never experienced love before and need a good example of what to do with the emotions and feelings of attraction and love.You can talk about love but this story helps the reader <i>feel</i> it.</div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><b>Author:</b> <a href="http://smile.amazon.com/Kate-Breslin/e/B00GI8FUXA/ref=dp_byline_cont_book_1" target="_blank">Kate Breslin</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><b>Publisher:</b> <a href="http://bakerpublishinggroup.com/bethanyhouse" target="_blank">Bethany House</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><b>Publishing Date:</b> August 4, 2015</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><b>My interest in this book is: </b>Have you heard of her? I had yet to until I came across the beautiful book cover while perusing Netgalley one evening. The cover is stunning and I trust Bethany House stories to be of excellent quality so I thought to give it a try. This author and novel did not disappoint. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><b>Type of Book:</b> Historical Fiction, London, 1917 (WWI ~ The Great War). </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><b>Ideas / message / plot:</b> "For we live by faith, not by sight" (2 Corinthians 5:7). Not judging people by the outward appearance. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><b>Favorite characters, quotes / lines:</b> I love how Grace, our lead female, is always looking for her next story. "she couldn't have asked for a more pleasing exile. It was the perfect setting for her next story." Even if we're not authors, shouldn't we be living life with this type of expectation and excitement?</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><b>When I finished this book I felt: </b>Wow...that was a fun read! I had such a great adventure with these characters and loved being on this journey of Grace's. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><b>Other books to read by this Author or theme:</b> I can't wait to go back and read Kate's debut novel: <a href="http://smile.amazon.com/Such-Time-Kate-Breslin/dp/0764211609/" style="background-color: white; line-height: 19px;" target="_blank">For Such A Time</a>, a <span style="background-color: white; line-height: 19px;">Christian Retailing's 2015 Best Award for first time author, </span><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 19px;"> a Christy award, RITA award, and Carol award finalist. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;"><b>Overall:</b> We have an excellent cast of characters, twists and turns, history, and a plot that is unique to what's usually found out there. It's no wonder Bethany House scooped Kate up! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">5 stars and worth sharing with your friends!</span></div>
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<b>Book: </b><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Bride-at-Last-Melissa-Jagears/dp/0764211706" target="_blank">A Bride At Last</a> (Unexpected Brides book #3)<br>
<b>Author:</b> <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Melissa-Jagears/e/B00BCU4VVQ/ref=dp_byline_cont_book_1" target="_blank">Melissa Jagears</a><br>
<b>Publisher: </b><a href="http://bakerpublishinggroup.com/bethanyhouse" target="_blank">Bethany House</a><br>
<b>Publishing Date:</b> July 7, 2015<br>
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<b>Why I chose this book:</b> I have enjoyed Melissa's previous books in this series. I fell head over heals with the first book and loved the novella (see below).<br>
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<b>Message/plot:</b> Don't let heart-break and mistakes hold you back from the future God has for you.</div>
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<b>Favorite character, quote/line:</b> "The world continues to revolve, Kate. Even when you're stuck in grief or pain or anger or sin--it's how it is. Bad things happen every day. If everyone quit to mourn every tragedy, society would fall apart."</div>
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<b>When I finished this book:</b> Content. :)</div>
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<b>Overall: </b>Melissa's books are filled with character tension as well as a good, solid plot. I know that when I pick up one of her books, I'll be led on a journey that will have me experiencing what the characters are experiencing. I highly recommend reading this series as an end-of-summer series.</div>
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<b>Book:</b> <a href="http://smile.amazon.com/Cactus-Creek-Challenge-Erica-Vetsch/dp/1630589276/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1436997172&sr=1-1&keywords=cactus+creek+challenge" target="_blank">The Cactus Creek Challenge</a><br />
<b>Author: </b><a href="http://smile.amazon.com/Erica-Vetsch/e/B004062CP6/ref=dp_byline_cont_book_1" target="_blank">Erica Vetsch</a><br />
<b>Publisher:</b> Shiloh Run Press<br />
<b>Publishing Date:</b> July 1, 2015<br />
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<b>Why I chose this book:</b> My first encounter with Erica was through <u><a href="http://smile.amazon.com/Golden-State-Brides-Historical-Romances-ebook/dp/B00DTEL5SU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1436998081&sr=8-1&keywords=the+golden+state+bride+erica+vetsch" target="_blank">The Golden State Brides</a></u> collection by Barbour Books. <br />
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<b>Type of book: </b>Texas, 1888<br />
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<b>Message/plot: </b>Allowing oneself to be open to others and vulnerable isn't a bad thing; you may get hurt but the things you gain make it worth the risk.<br />
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<b>Favorite characters, quotes / lines:</b> "Of course she did. She was ten pounds of determination in a five-pound sack."<br />
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<b>When I finished this book: </b>This was cute; simple. <br />
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<b>Overall: </b>This story has everything a good novel needs. I think it a little too predictable and would have liked to see a little more tension within the characters themselves. By going deeper, the author could be a little more vulnerable, leading to showing us more than just telling us. Overall though, it's a pretty good story.<br />
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If you want a taste of this book, pick up the #FREE novella that kicks off this story: <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Legend-Obadiah-Wilder-Dickenson-Challenge-ebook/dp/B00UCOD0SS/" target="_blank">The Legend of Obadiah Wilder<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Raleway-Regular, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 18px; widows: 1;"> </span></a><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><b>Type of book:</b> This is another collection put together by 5 of the Seekers of Seekerville (aka, the above listed authors). See <span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; line-height: 22.399999618530273px;">the full list of multi-published authors from www.seekerville.blogspot.com.</span></span><br />
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<b>Favorite moments: </b>Honestly, I bought this series for Julie's story. I love the Heart of San Fransisco series and this is Blake's story. The other stories were bonuses and it was a great introduction to some authors that I hadn't read before.<br />
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<b>When I finished the book:</b> Julie always brings a story that touches your heart and draws you in to God's unending, unconditional love. She is an incredible writer and won't disappoint. I was totally drawn to Patience; "Forgive me for babbling, but some things like music are truly magical, capturing my heart." Amen to that one!<br />
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<b>Overall: </b> Julie's <u>Grace Like Rain </u>was my favorite. I enjoyed <u>Meeting in the Middle </u>by Pam Hillman; it was a cute story that flowed well and didn't have any gaps. The other stories didn't quite pull me in, but everyone is different and one of them might become one of your new favorite authors, who knows?! I say give it a try. Really, for $2.99, you can't go wrong, and if you have a Kindle, it's a free read with Kindle Unlimited.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07788005806876558529noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505670339771872200.post-83331040814423332372015-06-29T13:52:00.000-07:002015-06-29T13:52:27.577-07:00The Reckoning by MaryLu Tyndall<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>Book:</b> <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Reckoning-Legacy-Kings-Pirates/dp/0990872351/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&sr=&qid=" target="_blank">The Reckoning</a> (book #5 in the Legacy of the King's Pirates)<br />
<b>Author:</b> <a href="http://www.marylutyndall.com/" target="_blank">MaryLu Tyndall</a><br />
<b>Publisher:</b> Ransom Press<br />
<b>Publishing Date:</b> June 19, 2015<br />
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<b>Why I chose this book:</b> I love MaryLu's Pirate series. No one ~ I mean NO one ~ writes Pirates like MaryLu.<br />
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<b>Type of book:</b> 1694 Caribbean and Pirates, also Modern day San Diego. ~ Yes, this book involves time travel, a new thing for MaryLu...and it works! I'm not a time-travel kind of reader but in this book, the tension it adds to the story line is pure perfection.<br />
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<b>Message / plot:</b> Overcoming fear & worry; God loves you.<br />
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<b>Favorite characters quotes / lines:</b> I love the pairing of Nick and our lead, Rowen! Nick should get a Best Supporting Actor award. ;-)<br />
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<b>When I finished this book I felt:</b> Very satisfied. This book is written in 4 parts and I thought I had an idea how it was going to end but by part 4, Mrs. Tyndall had me guessing until the end. I come away from her books feeling full; there is always a good message woven throughout her stories and they are presented in such a way that is so natural it's like talking to a friend.<br />
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<b>Overall:</b> MaryLu has an incredible way of empowering her readers with truth. Flat out, she's not afraid to tackle spiritual matters. The Bible says we fight against principalities and powers--spirits we cannot see--but are very real. I love that MaryLu doesn't shy away from these topics. Reading through part 3 of this story left me feeling empowered and encouraged to walk in the strength, authority and power that the two missionaries walk in. Thank you, MaryLu! Well done, indeed.<br />
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Bookshelf worthy; 5 starsAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07788005806876558529noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505670339771872200.post-29491055019039283002015-06-16T04:30:00.000-07:002015-06-16T04:30:03.634-07:00Hearts Made Whole by Jody Hedlund<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>Book:</b> <a href="http://smile.amazon.com/Hearts-Made-Whole-Beacons-Hope/dp/0764212389/ref=mt_paperback?_encoding=UTF8&me=" target="_blank">Hearts Made Whole</a> (Beacon of Hope #2)<br />
<b>Author:</b> <a href="http://jodyhedlund.com/" target="_blank">Jody Hedlund</a><br />
<b>Publisher:</b> <a href="http://www.bethanyhouse.com/" target="_blank">Bethany House</a><br />
<b>Publishing Date:</b> June 1, 1015<br />
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<b>Why I picked this book:</b> <i>As I'm sure you're aware, if you've followed my blog for any amount of time, that I love certain authors and will be on my game to let you know of their latest releases. Jody Hedlund is one of these authors that I know won't disappoint.</i></div>
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<b>Type of book: </b><i>1865 Michigan, Lighthouse on Lake St. Clair</i></div>
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<b>Message / Plot:</b> <i>God knows exactly what you need, when you need it; no matter our inadequacies, God has a plan for each of us~as we are; overcoming hopelessness</i></div>
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<b>Favorite character, quote / line:</b><i> "Sometimes she thought when God had made her, he hadn't stamped hard enough. The imprint He'd made on her was faded, thin, and inconsequential next to Tessa's vibrant and curvy beauty."</i></div>
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<b>When I finished this book:</b> <i>"Together." That line sums it up. Together with God. Together with the people He puts in our lives. Together we are made whole. I love the way Jody brings a message to life in such a beautiful, poetic way. Her books make excellent book club/reading group books because the messages given in all her books are worth processing, not just closing of the cover after a happy ending.</i></div>
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<b>Overall:</b> <i>I deem this one bookshelf worthy because the message can almost always speak to us, no matter what season of life we are in ~ and that makes it great for passing on to friends to read, too</i>. ;-)</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>If you haven't already, don't forget to pick up the first book of the Beacon of Hope series, <a href="http://www.breathperfumed.com/2014/12/book-review-love-unexpected-by-jody.html" target="_blank">Love Unexpected</a>. The novella that kicked off this series is still <a href="http://smile.amazon.com/Out-Storm-Beacons-Hope-Novella-ebook/dp/B00NB3LMEG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1416591023&sr=8-1&keywords=out+of+the+storm" target="_blank">FREE on Amazon</a>, so don't pass it up. </i></span></div>
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<b>Book:</b> <a href="http://smile.amazon.com/Worthy-Pursuit-Karen-Witemeyer/dp/076421280X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1433280716&sr=8-1&keywords=karen+witemeyer">A Worthy Pursuit</a><br />
<b>Author:</b> <a href="http://karenwitemeyer.com/">Karen Witemeyer</a><br />
<b>Publisher:</b> Bethany House<br />
<b>Publishing Date: </b>June 2, 2015<br />
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<b>Type of book: </b>Inspirational, Texas 1891</div>
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<b>Why I chose this book:</b> Karen Witemeyer is one of my go-to authors that never fails to give a great message through solid writing and storytelling. </div>
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<b>Message/plot:</b> What do you do when life doesn't go the way you planned? How do you trust when no one has proven trust-worthy in your life?</div>
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* Karen gives one of the best example I've yet seen of what "The joy of the Lord is your strength" really means. </div>
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What another wonderfully told story by Mrs. Witemeyer. She truly has a passion for people and their stories which translates into her books in a way that transports the reader and gently teaches lessons we all need to either learn or be reminded of. I adore, and am so very thankful for, her heart and passion. May God water the seeds that you sow through your stories, Karen, for they truly are gifts that will bear fruit. </div>
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<b>Overall:</b> Mrs. Witemeyer has such a natural way of describing characters and building tension; nothing ever feels forced. She is a master of showing, not telling which makes you feel a part of the book instead of someone is just telling you a tale. Karen will intrigue you with questions that the characters have in order to build tension and uses naturally occurring plot conflicts to grab and keep you. There were many times I meant to read to the end of the chapter only to <i>HAVE</i> to keep reading into the next.</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07788005806876558529noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505670339771872200.post-59834353419543527202015-05-25T04:00:00.000-07:002015-06-01T15:39:25.640-07:00Justified by Varina Denman<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>Book: </b><a href="http://smile.amazon.com/Justified-Mended-Hearts-Varina-Denman/dp/0781412161/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1432437965&sr=8-1&keywords=varina+denman">Justified</a> (Book 2 of the Mended Heart series)<br />
<b>Author:</b> <a href="http://varinadenman.com/">Varina Denman</a><br />
<b>Publisher:</b> David C Cook<br />
<b>Publishing Date: </b>June 1, 1015<br />
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<b>Type of book:</b> Contemporary Inspirational Romance<br />
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<b>Why I was interested in this book:</b> I hadn't read Varina Denman before and the back cover copy completely grabbed my spirit. I love small town stories and romance, I love compassion and when people realize that they are more than what they've believed/seen themselves to be. I was completely hooked by the first page (the dedication): "For those who try too hard," followed by the scripture Titus 3:5 ~ "He saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy."<br />
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<b>Favorite characters, quotes, lines:</b> 1st line: "My world shattered last winter. A hairline crack formed, and my life perched on the edge of an abyss, set to topple at the slightest breeze. But instead of a breeze, I got a whirlwind." <b>SOLD! </b>Seriously, from the dedication to the scripture to the 1st line; I haven't seen a better beginning that all at once whispered to my soul and heart--ever. Well done Ms. Denman!<br />
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<b>Overall:</b> There are some books that you read and you're ready to move on to the next book. Then, like <u>Justified</u>, there are some stories told that require you to take a day or two off as you continue to bask in the story and the community of the people you've just spent time with. Those are my favorite stories. They captivate and impact. They connect. They resonate.<br />
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<u>I give this story a full 5 stars. Definitely bookshelf worthy</u>! I have yet to read her debut book <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Jaded-Novel-Mended-Hearts-Series/dp/1434708373/ref=pd_bxgy_14_text_y">Jaded</a> but this book stands incredibly well on its own. There is reference to something that happened at church involving Fawn's dad but it's not enough to distract the reader from the story nor does it tell too much that you feel like you don't need to read the story.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07788005806876558529noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505670339771872200.post-10364652617749076072015-05-18T15:49:00.002-07:002015-05-18T15:54:18.840-07:00London Tides by Carla Laureano<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>"he wasn't sure what bothered him more: that he couldn't bring himself to ask or that he might actually care about the answer"</i></span><br />
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<b>Author:</b> <a href="http://smile.amazon.com/Tamera-Alexander/e/B001H6NKXK/ref=ntt_athr_dp_pel_1">Tamera Alexander</a><br />
<b>Publisher:</b> <a href="https://www.uberconference.com/trclife">Bethany House</a><br />
<b>Publishing Date:</b> May 12, 2015<br />
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Alright! I know that it's been a few weeks since we've had a good solid post here, but fear not: the reading has gone on. I've been able to get my hands on some wonderful books but publishers ask that you wait till at most 30 days from publication for posting reviews. Keep your eyes open, we've got some good ones coming to our shelves over the next month!</div>
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<b>Author:</b> <a href="http://www.rapidfirefiction.com/">Ronie Kendig</a></div>
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<b>Message / Idea / Plot: </b>An immediate continuation from book 2, uncovering a mole who is part of a team waging a cyber attack within the military intelligence/communications. </div>
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"Special Forces. They didn't just toe the line of danger--they crossed it and demanded it respond." How can these guys <i>not</i> be our heroes? </div>
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<b>When I finished this book: </b>Once again, a whirlwind of action, adventure and adrenaline. Ronie hits you right off the bat and doesn't let up until the end.</div>
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If it's been a while since you've read book #2: <u>Hawk</u>, I recommend you re-read it and then immediately pick this one up; it leaves off seconds after <u>Hawk</u> ends. This is a fun, intense story that has everything a great story needs. The cast is amazing and rich, the plot is heavy.</div>
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<b>Book</b>: <a href="http://smile.amazon.com/Start-Walker-Family-Book-ebook/dp/B00MBTYH7U/">From the Start</a><br />
<b>Author</b>: <a href="http://smile.amazon.com/Melissa-Tagg/e/B00BD8X7H6/ref=ntt_athr_dp_pel_pop_1">Melissa Tagg</a><br />
<b>Publisher</b>: Bethany House<br />
<b>Publication Date</b>: March 31, 2015<br />
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<b>Type of Book</b>: <i>Inspirational Contemporary Fiction</i><br />
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<b>Message/Idea of the book</b>: <i>What do you do when things don't go according to plan? The end of something isn't always the end. "I don't particularly like seeing you hurt, but a life completely free from heartbreak? I can't want that for you. It'd mean your heart was hard. Steeled. Unmovable." </i><br />
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<b>Favorite Characters/quotes/lines:</b> <i>Colton is great as is Kate. Norah is awesome and a perfect role. My Kindle is chock full of quotes. Here are some that made me smile:</i><br />
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"He followed her from the room. Logan's sister. Strictly business."<br />
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"I like the simplicity of the objective, but the intricacy of getting there."<br />
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"You paid him?"<br />
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"He cocked one eyebrow, waiting, his amusement so obvious it was practically a third person in the little exchange."<br />
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<b>When I finished this book:</b> <i>Man! Any person who is remotely interested in the craft of writing should study Tagg's works. She is masterful at storytelling; at making you feel the story; of drawing you in; getting to <u>know</u> the characters. </i><br />
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<b>Overall:</b> <i>I love the pace of this story! I sincerely feel like these characters have been through a lot and have really had time to get to know each other--nothing is rushed; totally natural; fantastic! Also, I love authors who don't hide behind a mask. Tagg's faith comes shining through her work (just visit her <a href="http://www.melissatagg.com/blog">blog</a> to catch an inside peek at who she is). It's an honor to read her works and it always encourages my faith. </i><br />
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<i>Want a sneak peek into Melissa's writing? Check out the Free novella that kicked off the Walker Family series: <a href="http://smile.amazon.com/Three-Little-Words-Walker-Family-ebook/dp/B00U7SV5O0/ref=asap_bc?ie=UTF8">Three Little Words</a>.</i><br />
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Want a chance to win your own copy of <u>From the Start</u>? There are 3 ways to enter:<br />
1) Download the free novella <a href="http://bit.ly/3LttlWrds">Three Little Words</a><br />
2) Follow <a href="http://bit.ly/MelissaTagg">Melissa Tagg's</a> Amazon Author Page<br />
3) Tweet/Facebook/Instigram a pic of the book and it's release or about this giveaway or the giveaway on Goodreads: <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/22504496-from-the-start">https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/22504496-from-the-start</a><br />
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<b>Tell me which of the 3 above you did in the comment section blow & I'll raffle off a copy (your choice of print or Kindle) on March 31st!</b><br />
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<b>Book: </b><a href="http://smile.amazon.com/After-Fashion-Class-Their-Book-ebook/dp/B00MBTYF5E/">After a Fashion (A Class of Their Own #1)</a><br />
<b>Author:</b> <a href="http://smile.amazon.com/Jen-Turano/e/B00IZJDCMG/ref=ntt_athr_dp_pel_1">Jen Turano</a><br />
<b>Publisher:</b> <a href="http://bakerpublishinggroup.com/bethanyhouse">Bethany House</a><br />
<b>Publishing Date: </b>February 24, 2015<br />
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<b>Type of book:</b> New York, 1882; Inspirational Romantic Comedy</div>
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<b>Message/idea:</b> What is important in life?</div>
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<b>Favorite characters, quotes/lines:</b> I love Abigail and Archibald. :) Of course I really enjoy the Main Characters, too, but these two supporting cast members get a full-five stars that I look forward to getting to know more in this series. </div>
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<b>When I finished this book I felt:</b> "Ahhhh." What a perfect fairytale. What girl doesn't like a good fairytale? </div>
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<b>Overall:</b> Well, Jen and Bethany House do it once again. I am so excited to go on this journey with Harriet, Millie, and Lucetta. If you ever want a refreshing, light hearted, romantic comedy to lighten your week, pick up one of Jen Turano's fabulous reads. There's no one else like her. I give this a 4.8 stars.<br />
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<b>Other books to read by Jen Turano:</b> Check out the all of Jen's books if you're looking for a relaxing, enjoyable read.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07788005806876558529noreply@blogger.com0