Amish Country Threat ~ Review with Giveaway

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Amish Country Threats by Dana R. Lynn, 

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Amish Country Threats

Amish Country Justice #10

By Dana R. Lynn

Lilah Schwartz's brother died saving her life and now someone is after her, and she has no idea who or why. Taking refuge with Levi Burkholder and his family wasn't her first choice but she has nowhere else to turn. 

As a former soldier, Levi has the needed skills to keep Lilah safe. And with a determined killer after her, he'll need all his skill and some divine intervention to keep them alive long enough to learn who is after them and who killed Jacob. 

Levi is dealing with the after-effects of his time in Afganistan, which adds another layer to who he is. His PTSD makes him think he isn't worthy of anyone. Lilah is dealing with her own guilt of being responsible for her brother's death and putting those around her in danger. As characters, they draw the reader into their story.

Amish Country Threats keeps the reader in suspense almost the entirety of the book. And as to the guilty party that is not given away and there are plenty of possible suspects until the climax. The story is well-paced with no periods of dragging, the story is continually in motion keeping the reader engaged. Overall a good story with an unexpected twist or two along the way.

I was provided a complimentary copy of this book with no expectations but that I provide my honest opinion. All thoughts expressed are my own.

ABOUT THE BOOK

Title: Amish Country Threats
Series: Amish Country Justice #10
Author: Dana R. Lynn
Publisher: Love Inspired Suspense
Release Date: June 29, 2021
Genre: Christian Romantic Suspense 

Her brother was murdered. Will she be next? 

While searching for proof that her brother’s death was no accident, Lilah Schwartz is almost killed by a sniper in her Amish community. Hiding in Levi Burkholder’s barn is all that keeps her alive. The former soldier will do everything in his power to protect Lilah, but can he and Lilah uncover the evidence her brother hid before she’s the next to die? 

From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith. 

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Dana R. Lynn is a USA Today bestselling author who believes in the power of God to touch people through stories. She met her husband at a wedding and married him nineteen months later. Today, they live in rural Pennsylvania with their three teenaged children and enough pets to open a petting zoo. She is a teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing by day and writes stories of romance and danger at night. Dana is an avid reader, loves cats, and thinks chocolate should be a food group. Dana is a Selah Award winner, a Holt Medallion Finalist, and a New England Reader’s Choice Award winner. She is represented by Tamela Hancock Murray of the Steve Laube Agency. She enjoys engaging with readers and can be found on social media or contacted via her website www.danarlynn.com.

CONNECT WITH DANA: Website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram

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TOUR GIVEAWAY

(1) winner will receive a print copy of Amish Country and a $10 Amazon gift card!

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Taking Notes on Murder ~ Review with Giveaway

Taking Notes on Murder

A Fiona Quinn Mystery #9

By C.S. McDonald

Narrated by Maren Swenson Waxenberg

Fiona Quinn has a secret she's been secretly married to Nathan Landry since they took a cruise that was anything but relaxing. But keeping her marriage a secret from her mother is starting to be a problem. Nancy Quinn is determined to see Fiona happily and blissfully wed sooner than later and she has just the solution - a wedding planner!

But Fiona has even bigger concerns - someone is leaving notes on her desk at school. And these anonymous notes hint at a suicide that may have been murder. There's just one little problem the notes offer no proof, no clues, nothing to go on. What's a kindergarten teacher to do? Well, first off find out the who and go from there.

And then there is grandma - she's starting to get a little more active and she is most definitely letting Fiona and Nathan know her opinion on the blending aspects of their home. Especially an heirloom lamp that comes with all the bells and whistles (literally all the bells and whistles).

Fiona is still totally Fiona and she has her work cut out for as she tries to find out just what happened in September 2005 and get Nathan involved as Detective Landry. But this cold case has more questions than answers and even more suspects, including,, once upon a time Fiona's mother Nancy. Was the death of this high school teacher suicide or murder? Only time will tell and the persistence of everybody's favorite sleuthing kindergarten teacher. 

The narration by Maren Swenson Waxenberg is well presented. Each character has a unique voice so one can easily follow shifts in character voice. The pacing is good and at 5 hours a perfect length for commuting or a day of cleaning. I think Maren perfectly presents this book.

I was provided a complimentary copy of this book with no expectations but that I provide my honest opinion. All thoughts expressed are my own.

Book Title:  Taking Notes on Murder:  A Fiona Quinn Mystery #9
Author:  C.S. McDonald
​Category:  YA Fiction, 184 pages
Run Time: 5 hours
Genre:  Cozy Mystery
Publisher:  McWriter Books
Release date:  May 19, 2020
Tour dates:  Jun 21 to Jul 16, 2021
Content Rating:  G (The Fiona Quinn Mysteries are for everyone--adults love the books and they are appropriate for teens and tweens too!)

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Book Description:

Mysterious notes are showing up in Fiona’s kindergarten classroom, claiming a suicide from 2005 was actually a homicide. Detective Landry maintains the messages are too vague, possess no integrity, and do not warrant a review of the old case.

Fiona’s not convinced. She’s determined to find the author of the enigmatic notes and uncover the truth about a man who had many secrets and countless enemies, including Fiona’s mother and former suspect Nancy Quinn!

Can Fiona crack this cold case, and what will it take to get Detective Landry involved? Don’t miss taking notes on this murder! 

BUY THE BOOK:
Audible ~ Amazon

Meet the Author: 

For twenty-six years C.S. McDonald’s life whirled around a song and a dance. Classically trained at Pittsburgh Ballet Theater School, The Pittsburgh Dance Alloy, and many others, she became a professional dancer and choreographer. In 2011 she retired from her dance career to write. Under her real name, Cindy McDonald, she writes murder-suspense and romantic suspense novels. In 2014 she added the pen name, C.S. McDonald, to write children’s books for her grandchildren. In 2016 she added the Fiona Quinn Mysteries. Presently, the Fiona Quinn Mysteries has nine books.

Cindy’s newest venture is The Owl’s Nest Mysteries. Once again, she has set her cozy mystery in Pittsburgh. The Owl’s Next Mysteries has a little grit, a little time travel, a little romance, and a whole lot of cozy!

Cindy resides on her Thoroughbred farm known as Fly by Night Stables near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with her husband, Bill, and her poorly behaved Cocker Spaniel, Allister.

Connect with the author:  Website  ~  Twitter  ~  Facebook

Tour Schedule:
June 21 – Cover Lover Book Review – book review of Maxed Out / giveaway
June 21 -Working Mommy Journal – book review of Maxed Out / giveaway
June 21 - Locks, Hooks and Books - book review of Bon Voyage to Murder / giveaway
June 22 – Rockin' Book Reviews – audiobook review of Taking Notes on Murder / giveaway
June 22 -Bound 4 Escape – book review of Maxed Out / giveaway
June 22 -Book Corner News and Reviews – book review of Maxed Out / giveaway
June 22 - Rajiv's Reviews – book review of Bon Voyage to Murder / giveaway
June 23 – Splashes of Joy – book review of Maxed Out / giveaway
June 23 - Book Corner News and Reviews – book review of Bon Voyage to Murder / giveaway
June 23 - Working Mommy Journal – book review of Bon Voyage to Murder / giveaway
June 23 - Rajiv's Reviews – book review of Taking Notes on Murder / giveaway
June 24 - Buried Under Books - book review of Maxed Out / giveaway
June 24 - Rajiv's Reviews – book review of Maxed Out / giveaway
June 24 - Locks, Hooks and Books - book review of Taking Notes on Murder / giveaway
June 24 - Book Corner News and Reviews – book review of Taking Notes on Murder / giveaway
June 24 – Working Mommy Journal – book review of Taking Notes on Murder / giveaway
June 25 - StoreyBook Reviews – book review of Maxed Out / giveaway
June 25 - Olio by Marilyn - book review of Maxed Out / giveaway
June 25 – Rockin' Book Reviews – book review of Maxed Out / giveaway
June 28 - Books for Books - book review of Maxed Out
June 28 - Blooming with Books – audiobook review of Bon Voyage to Murder / giveaway
June 28 - Cover Lover Book Review – audiobook review of Bon Voyage to Murder / giveaway
June 29 - Literary Flits - book review of Maxed Out / giveaway
June 29 – Rockin' Book Reviews – audiobook review of Bon Voyage to Murder / giveaway
June 29 – Westveil Publishing – audiobook review of Bon Voyage to Murder / giveaway
June 30 – Splashes of Joy – audiobook review of Bon Voyage to Murder / giveaway
June 30 - Blooming with Books – audiobook review of Taking Notes on Murder / giveaway
July 1 – Books Lattes & Tiaras – book review of Maxed Out
July 1 - I Read What You Write – book review of Bon Voyage to Murder / giveaway
July 1 - Literary Flits - book review of Bon Voyage to Murder / giveaway
July 2 - Olio by Marilyn - book review of Bon Voyage to Murder / giveaway
July 2 – Westveil Publishing – audiobook review of Taking Notes on Murder / giveaway
July 2 - I Read What You Write – book review of Taking Notes on Murder / giveaway
July 5 - Cover Lover Book Review – audiobook review of Taking Notes on Murder / giveaway
July 5 - Books Lattes & Tiaras – book review of Bon Voyage to Murder
July 6 - Blooming with Books – book review of Maxed Out / giveaway
July 6 - Buried Under Books - audiobook review of Bon Voyage to Murder / giveaway
July 6 – Bound 4 Escape – audiobook review of Bon Voyage to Murder / giveaway
July 6 - Literary Flits - book review of Taking Notes on Murder / giveaway
July 7 - I Read What You Write – book review of Maxed Out / giveaway
July 7 - Cheryl's Book Nook – book review of Maxed Out / giveaway
July 7 - @twilight_reader – book review of Bon Voyage to Murder
July 7 – Bound 4 Escape – audiobook review of Taking Notes on Murder / giveaway
July 8 – Bigreadersite – book review of Maxed Out
July 8 - Laura's Interests – book review of Maxed Out / giveaway
July 8 - Books for Books - audiobook review of Bon Voyage to Murder
July 8 - @twilight_reader – book review of Taking Notes on Murder
July 9 – Hall Ways Blog – book review of Maxed Out / giveaway
July 9 - Westveil Publishing – book review of Maxed Out / giveaway
July 9 - @twilight_reader – book review of Maxed Out
July 9 - Books for Books - audiobook review of Taking Notes on Murder
July 12 - Chit Chat with Charity – book review of Maxed Out / giveaway
July 12 – Bigreadersite – audiobook review of Bon Voyage to Murder
July 12 - Buried Under Books - audiobook review of Taking Notes on Murder / giveaway
July 12 - Books Lattes & Tiaras – book review of Taking Notes on Murder
July 13 - The Momma Spot – book review of Maxed Out / giveaway
July 13 - Cheryl's Book Nook – audiobook review of Bon Voyage to Murder / giveaway
July 13 – Bigreadersite – audiobook review of Taking Notes on Murder
July 14 - Gina Rae Mitchell – book review of Maxed Out / giveaway
July 14 - Laura's Interests – audiobook review of Bon Voyage to Murder / giveaway
July 14 – Splashes of Joy – audiobook review of Taking Notes on Murder / giveaway
July 15 - Locks, Hooks and Books - book review of Maxed Out / giveaway
July 15 – Chit Chat with Charity – audiobook review of Bon Voyage to Murder / giveaway
July 15 - Laura's Interests – audiobook review of Taking Notes on Murder / giveaway
July 15 - Cheryl's Book Nook – audiobook review of Taking Notes on Murder / giveaway
July 16 – Lisa's Reading – book review of Maxed Out / giveaway
July 16 - Hall Ways Blog – audiobook review of Bon Voyage to Murder / giveaway
July 16 - Olio by Marilyn - book review of Taking Notes on Murder / giveaway

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Along a Storied Trail ~ Review

Along a Storied Trail

By Ann H. Gabhart

Tansy Calhoun doesn't know if love will ever come her way. The young man she had feels for broke her heart when he left the mountains behind. And marriage is longtime to reach forever, so if she waits a few more years she'll still have more than enough time to settle down and raise a family, even if there are only widowers looking for a woman of her years. 

But at present Tansy has a purpose and she can't let those who depend on her down. She is the book lady of her community, traveling by packhorse as a librarian in the rugged mountains of Kentucky. It is a harsh world and when the faraway influences of New York hurt the local economy with something dealing with banks shutting down - a Depression, her pa takes off in search of work. Tansy and her brother Josh are entrusted with keeping the family looked after. 

When Caleb Barton returns to the mountain, he expected to find Tansy wed and with a houseful of little ones about her. After all, he left before she could break his heart. But with his brother dead, Caleb needs to look after Ma Vesta and Reuben's widow Peggy Sue and her two little ones. Could he get a second chance to marry the girl, the woman, of his heart? He sure hopes so, he just needs her to see him as a suitor for her and not as a disappointed suitor of her sister. But can a man of the mountain appeal to a woman who dreams of the world beyond that she has only ever seen through words on a page?

Along a Storied Trail is a lovely piece of historical fiction. Actually, this book had moments that reminded me of Catherine Marshall's Julie and Christie. More so of Christie just because of the rural mountainous location. Julie because of a flood that the community has to face.  Overall I think this an enjoyable book and anyone who enjoys American Historical Fiction set during the Great Depression will find much that is appealing in this newest offering from Ann H. Gabhart. Would make an excellent book discussion selection!     

I was provided a complimentary copy of this book with no expectations but that I provide my honest opinion. All thoughts expressed are my own.                                                                          

About the Book:

Kentucky packhorse librarian Tansy Calhoun doesn't mind the rough trails and long hours as she serves her Appalachian mountain community during the Great Depression. Yet she longs to find love like the heroines in her books. When a charming writer comes to town, she thinks she might have found it--or is the perfect man actually closer than she thinks?

Perdita Sweet has called these mountains home for so long she's nearly as rocky as the soil around her small cabin. Long ago she thought she could love, but when the object of her affection up and married someone else, she stopped giving too much of herself away to others.

As is so often the case, it's easier to see what's best for others than to see what's best for oneself, and Perdita knows who Tansy should choose. But why would anyone listen to the romantic advice of an old spinster?

Saddle up for a heartfelt story of love--love of family, love of place, and the love of a lifetime--from bestselling author Ann H. Gabhart.

Bon Voyage to Murder ~ Review with Giveaway

Bon Voyage to Murder

A Fiona Quinn Mystery #8

By C.S. McDonald

Narrated by Maren Swenson Waxenberg

The cruise that Fiona Quinn envisioned sharing with her boyfriend Nathan Landry doesn't go quite how she imagined. First off, before boarding the ship they make the acquaintance of an old country-western singer, who calls the Athena home. And from there the cruise goes down for Fiona and Nathan, at least as far as rest and relaxation go. 

When an attempted murder is suspected, Nathan and Fiona put their sleuthing skills to work. With no witnesses, all they have are speculations and accusations. Soon the weeklong cruise has escalated into a murder investigation. But can they find what they need to point them in the right direction?

Meanwhile, Fiona's brother Chad has his own problems while house-sitting for Fiona. First off he isn't familiar with grandma's lingering effect on the family home. And then there is Fiona's dog, Harriet, let's just say that Chad is not the best pet sitter for a little Maltese. And then when Chad calls on his friends to help - well let's just say the visual I got was most interesting. 

Bon Voyage to Murder just might make you reconsider taking a cruise. Though this is a murder mystery it is a cozy mystery. There are no depictions of murder so if you want to avoid anything graphic this book will provide you with just such a mystery. 

The narration by Maren Swenson Waxenberg is well presented. Each character has a unique voice so one can easily follow shifts in character voice. The pacing is good and at under 7 hours a perfect length for a week of commuting. I think Maren perfectly presents this book.

I was provided a complimentary copy of this book with no expectations but that I provide my honest opinion. All thoughts expressed are my own.

*This book is a clean read though Fiona and her boyfriend are sharing a cabin. There are a few kisses but nothing more takes place between the two.

Book Details:

Book Title:  Bon Voyage to Murder:  A Fiona Quinn Mystery #8
Author:  C.S. McDonald
​Category:  YA Fiction, 198 pages
Run Time: 6 hours, 52 minutes
Genre:  Cozy Mystery
Publisher:  McWriter Books
Release date:  Nov 5, 2019
Tour dates:  Jun 21 to Jul 16, 2021
Content Rating:  G (The Fiona Quinn Mysteries are for everyone--adults love the books and they are appropriate for teens and tweens too!)

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Book Description:

Hooray! Fiona has finally convinced her boyfriend detective Nathan Landry to go on a romantic Caribbean cruise. Unfortunately, their fun on the high seas is interrupted by murder. It isn’t long before they discover a boatload of suspects, who have motives deeper than the ocean for wanting the victim out of their lives.

BUY THE BOOK:
Audible ~ Amazon 

Meet the Author: 

For twenty-six years C.S. McDonald’s life whirled around a song and a dance. Classically trained at Pittsburgh Ballet Theater School, The Pittsburgh Dance Alloy, and many others, she became a professional dancer and choreographer. In 2011 she retired from her dance career to write. Under her real name, Cindy McDonald, she writes murder-suspense and romantic suspense novels. In 2014 she added the pen name, C.S. McDonald, to write children’s books for her grandchildren. In 2016 she added the Fiona Quinn Mysteries. Presently, the Fiona Quinn Mysteries has nine books.

Cindy’s newest venture is The Owl’s Nest Mysteries. Once again, she has set her cozy mystery in Pittsburgh. The Owl’s Next Mysteries has a little grit, a little time travel, a little romance, and a whole lot of cozy!

Cindy resides on her Thoroughbred farm known as Fly by Night Stables near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with her husband, Bill, and her poorly behaved Cocker Spaniel, Allister.

Connect with the author:  Website  ~  Twitter  ~  Facebook

Tour Schedule:
June 21 – Cover Lover Book Review – book review of Maxed Out / giveaway
June 21 -Working Mommy Journal – book review of Maxed Out / giveaway
June 21 - Locks, Hooks and Books - book review of Bon Voyage to Murder / giveaway
June 22 – Rockin' Book Reviews – audiobook review of Taking Notes on Murder / giveaway
June 22 -Bound 4 Escape – book review of Maxed Out / giveaway
June 22 -Book Corner News and Reviews – book review of Maxed Out / giveaway
June 22 - Rajiv's Reviews – book review of Bon Voyage to Murder / giveaway
June 23 – Splashes of Joy – book review of Maxed Out / giveaway
June 23 - Book Corner News and Reviews – book review of Bon Voyage to Murder / giveaway
June 23 - Working Mommy Journal – book review of Bon Voyage to Murder / giveaway
June 23 - Rajiv's Reviews – book review of Taking Notes on Murder / giveaway
June 24 - Buried Under Books - book review of Maxed Out / giveaway
June 24 - Rajiv's Reviews – book review of Maxed Out / giveaway
June 24 - Locks, Hooks and Books - book review of Taking Notes on Murder / giveaway
June 24 - Book Corner News and Reviews – book review of Taking Notes on Murder / giveaway
June 24 – Working Mommy Journal – book review of Taking Notes on Murder / giveaway
June 25 - StoreyBook Reviews – book review of Maxed Out / giveaway
June 25 - Olio by Marilyn - book review of Maxed Out / giveaway
June 25 – Rockin' Book Reviews – book review of Maxed Out / giveaway
June 28 - Books for Books - book review of Maxed Out
June 28 - Blooming with Books – audiobook review of Bon Voyage to Murder / giveaway
June 28 - Cover Lover Book Review – audiobook review of Bon Voyage to Murder / giveaway
June 29 - Literary Flits - book review of Maxed Out / giveaway
June 29 – Rockin' Book Reviews – audiobook review of Bon Voyage to Murder / giveaway
June 29 – Westveil Publishing – audiobook review of Bon Voyage to Murder / giveaway
June 30 – Splashes of Joy – audiobook review of Bon Voyage to Murder / giveaway
June 30 - Blooming with Books – audiobook review of Taking Notes on Murder / giveaway
July 1 – Books Lattes & Tiaras – book review of Maxed Out
July 1 - I Read What You Write – book review of Bon Voyage to Murder / giveaway
July 1 - Literary Flits - book review of Bon Voyage to Murder / giveaway
July 2 - Olio by Marilyn - book review of Bon Voyage to Murder / giveaway
July 2 – Westveil Publishing – audiobook review of Taking Notes on Murder / giveaway
July 2 - I Read What You Write – book review of Taking Notes on Murder / giveaway
July 5 - Cover Lover Book Review – audiobook review of Taking Notes on Murder / giveaway
July 5 - Books Lattes & Tiaras – book review of Bon Voyage to Murder
July 6 - Blooming with Books – book review of Maxed Out / giveaway
July 6 - Buried Under Books - audiobook review of Bon Voyage to Murder / giveaway
July 6 – Bound 4 Escape – audiobook review of Bon Voyage to Murder / giveaway
July 6 - Literary Flits - book review of Taking Notes on Murder / giveaway
July 7 - I Read What You Write – book review of Maxed Out / giveaway
July 7 - Cheryl's Book Nook – book review of Maxed Out / giveaway
July 7 - @twilight_reader – book review of Bon Voyage to Murder
July 7 – Bound 4 Escape – audiobook review of Taking Notes on Murder / giveaway
July 8 – Bigreadersite – book review of Maxed Out
July 8 - Laura's Interests – book review of Maxed Out / giveaway
July 8 - Books for Books - audiobook review of Bon Voyage to Murder
July 8 - @twilight_reader – book review of Taking Notes on Murder
July 9 – Hall Ways Blog – book review of Maxed Out / giveaway
July 9 - Westveil Publishing – book review of Maxed Out / giveaway
July 9 - @twilight_reader – book review of Maxed Out
July 9 - Books for Books - audiobook review of Taking Notes on Murder
July 12 - Chit Chat with Charity – book review of Maxed Out / giveaway
July 12 – Bigreadersite – audiobook review of Bon Voyage to Murder
July 12 - Buried Under Books - audiobook review of Taking Notes on Murder / giveaway
July 12 - Books Lattes & Tiaras – book review of Taking Notes on Murder
July 13 - The Momma Spot – book review of Maxed Out / giveaway
July 13 - Cheryl's Book Nook – audiobook review of Bon Voyage to Murder / giveaway
July 13 – Bigreadersite – audiobook review of Taking Notes on Murder
July 14 - Gina Rae Mitchell – book review of Maxed Out / giveaway
July 14 - Laura's Interests – audiobook review of Bon Voyage to Murder / giveaway
July 14 – Splashes of Joy – audiobook review of Taking Notes on Murder / giveaway
July 15 - Locks, Hooks and Books - book review of Maxed Out / giveaway
July 15 – Chit Chat with Charity – audiobook review of Bon Voyage to Murder / giveaway
July 15 - Laura's Interests – audiobook review of Taking Notes on Murder / giveaway
July 15 - Cheryl's Book Nook – audiobook review of Taking Notes on Murder / giveaway
July 16 – Lisa's Reading – book review of Maxed Out / giveaway
July 16 - Hall Ways Blog – audiobook review of Bon Voyage to Murder / giveaway
July 16 - Olio by Marilyn - book review of Taking Notes on Murder / giveaway

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Regaining Mercy ~ Review

Regaining Mercy: Elnora Island

Independence Islands #12

Elnora Island #6

By Carolyn Miller

Mindy Murray can't escape the label that has followed her all her life thanks to her family's less than stellar reputation. Being a single mom and having a short stint on Love at First Glance hasn't helped her image at all. Going on a reality show was only to get money to help care for her son Jon and his needs. But the pious old-timers don't see her as anything more than a trashy tramp and a blight on her late grandmother's reputation. Worse their bullying has cost her her job.

When Dermott Reilly stands up for her, Mindy isn't sure why he would even bother other than the fact that he was friends with her brother. But helping Mindy opens Demott's eyes to just how tough her life is and how much she cares for her son. But Mindy's spiritual state has him wary of pursuing a relationship with her. But when his company needs Mindy's skills with social media for a garden competition he finds himself spending a lot more time with her, getting to know her and Jon better. And the more he learns the more he wants to be part of their life but Mindy finds it hard to believe anyone would want to be a permanent fixture in her life. Her past is proof that she isn't worthy of anyone wanting her in their life and she can't really blame them as she knows where she came from.

Regaining Mercy is a contemporary romance of second chances. There are some misunderstandings that add to Mindy's feelings of unworthiness. But when the storm reaches its climax the reader sees just who Mindy is at her core. Overall this is a well-written story, the characters are well-developed and the perfect weekend island escape. For the most part, this is a feel-good story but like real life, there are ups and downs that must be faced.

I was provided a complimentary copy of this book with no expectations but that I provide my honest opinion. All thoughts expressed are my own.

About the Book:

A mom ready to do anything for her son. 
A man determined to win the woman he loves.

Going on Love at First Glance had seemed like such a good idea. She didn’t care about finding Mr. Right. No, Mindy Murray chose the reality TV show for more mercenary reasons.  A mom’s gotta do what a mom’s gotta do when it comes to feeding her son.

When Mindy returns to Elnora, the girl from the “wrong side of the island” just wants a chance to rebuild her reputation. Too bad the folks at church don’t practice what the preacher preaches.

Enter Dermott Reilly. The interim boss at Greener Gardens has always had a soft spot for Mindy and her son, but with his new responsibilities, an important garden competition, and a few other concerns, he finds it difficult to prove himself to her.

A tropical storm and a missing child prove that sometimes grace appears in the most unusual ways.

Regaining Mercy concludes the Elnora Island romances of the Independence Islands Series, featuring five islands, six authors, and a boatload of happily-ever-afters.

The Independence Islands Series: beach reads aren’t just for summer anymore.

Bridge of Gold ~ Takeover Tour

Welcome to the Takeover Tour for 

Bridge of Gold by Kimberley Woodhouse, 

hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

Bridge of Gold

Doors to the Past #3

By Kimberley Woodhouse

Bridges of Gold takes the reader to San Francisco and follows two stories. One is set in 1933, at the time of the construction of the Golden Gate Bridge. The other story is set in the present day and repairs are taking place on the same bridge. When repairs uncover a mystery from the past the two story threads start to draw together. 

But what does this mystery mean to the main characters involved in the two story threads? 

Kayla Richardson has been called in when the wreckage of a ship is found near the restoration site of the Golden Gate Bridge. Working with Steven Michaels, soon finds Kayla involved in more than a restoration and excavation. Human remains have been found and for some reason, someone seems determined to keep them from the truth. 

Luke Moreau sees his job as a diver on the construction of a bridge that will span the San Francisco Bay as the means to fulfilling his hopes and dreams. What he never expected is that it could cost him his life. The greatest danger comes not from the work but rather from an unknown enemy driven by greed. 

Bridge of Gold is both historical and contemporary fiction with romance, mystery and, suspense running throughout. Part of the Doors of the Past series this book is a standalone title that takes the reader on an adventure that spans nearly a century. The pacing is steady with moments of intensity that don't overwhelm the senses. Overall this is a well-thought-out story that is will take the reader away from their every day for a few well-spent hours. There is nothing overly graphic so sensibilities should not be offended in any way. I have no qualms about recommending this book to any teen or adult reader.

I was provided a complimentary copy of this book with no expectations but that I provide my honest opinion. All thoughts expressed are my own.

ABOUT THE BOOK

Title: Bridge of Gold
Author: Kimberley Woodhouse
Series: Doors to the Past
Publisher: Barbour
Release Date: June 1, 2021
Genre: Christian, Split Time romance 

Repairs on the Golden Gate Bridge Uncover a Century-Old Murder 

Underwater archaeologist Kayla Richardson is called to the Golden Gate Bridge where repairs to one of the towers uncovers two human remains from the late 1800s and the 1930s. The head of the bridge restoration is Steven Michaels, who dives with Kayla, and a friendship develops between them. But as the investigation heats up and gold is found that dates back to the gold rush, more complications come into play that threaten them both. Could clues leading to a Gold Rush era mystery that was first discovered during the building of the bridge still ignite an obsession worth killing for? 

Walk through Doors to the Past via a new series of historical stories of romance and adventure. 

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Bestselling author Kimberley Woodhouse has more than twenty books published. She is an avid reader, lover of history, and passionate about music and Bible study.

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TOUR GIVEAWAY

(1) winner will receive a print copy of Bridge of Gold and a $15 Amazon gift card!

Be sure to check out each stop on the tour for more chances to win. The full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway began at midnight June 21, 2021, and lasts through 11:59 PM EST on June 28, 2021. The winner will be notified within 2 weeks of the close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of the prize. US only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.

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Texas Baby Cover-Up ~ Review

Texas Baby Cover-Up

Cowboy Lawmen #4

By Virginia Vaughan

Kellyanne Avery's life is about to be upended when her friend Lisa is murdered. The upending occurs when Kelly discovers that Lisa has named her as Brady's guardian. She knows that she will never be the mother that he needs no matter how much she has grown to love him. But someone has decided that Kelly and Brady are a threat and must be gotten rid of.

With her off-again, on-again ex the only thing keeping her safe Kelly finds herself returning home. She never wanted to find herself in the position of needing her family or Zeke Tyler, but to keep Brady safe she will do almost anything. It is hard to change a lifetime of stubborn independence but to stay alive Kellyanne just might need to learn to do so and fast.

This is the fourth book in the Cowboy Lawmen series and it can easily be read as a standalone book if you have not yet had time to be introduced to the Avery family. But you may want to make room in your schedule to check out the first three books later after reading the Texas Baby Cover-Up. 

Zeke never wanted to leave Courtland but Kellyanne couldn't wait to leave and get out from under her brothers' overbearing protection. But sometimes we need to go home to discover what it is we truly want. 

If you want suspense that won't keep you awake from overly graphic scenes you will thoroughly enjoy this latest offering from Virginia Vaughan. There is no lack of action or drama but nothing unbelievably over the top. This is an excellent escape book for those hot summer days and evenings that are here.

I was provided a complimentary copy of this book with no expectations but that I provide my honest opinion. All thoughts expressed are my own.                                                                                                                                                   

A mother’s secret got her killed.

Now they must protect her baby…

After the shock of finding her best friend murdered, Kellyanne Avery’s focused on caring for her friend’s sweet baby—until the killer returns, determined to kidnap the child. Now Kellyanne needs the one man she trusts with her life: her ex-flame, Deputy Sheriff Zeke Tyler. But as they hide on her family’s ranch, can Zeke unravel deadly secrets and shield them from harm?

From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.

Cowboy Lawmen Series
Book 1: Texas Twin Abduction
Book 2: Texas Holiday Hideout
Book 3: Texas Target Standoff
Book 4: Texas Baby Cover-Up

Be sure to pre-order your copy now!!