Christmas Promises by Shelley Shepard Gray (A Matchmaker Knows Best Romance Book 2)

This was book 2 of this cute series of the Loaves of Love Food Bank and all that it has in store, besides just bread. I had read the first book and really enjoyed it and was so happy to have the chance to read this one as well!  It was a sweet romance and brings about characters that are familiar from the earlier book, Their Surprise Reunion. Chloe is dating Adam, but are there "other" sparks that might be brewing?  I loved this!  It was so sweet to see the relationships develop and where things are headed.  I think you will really enjoy this book as I did.  I received an ARC of this book.  And I loved it!

The Amish Ballerina by Richelle Brunstetter with Wanda E. Brunstetter

This was a sweet story of an Amish young woman, Arie, whose parents were quite strict as to following Amish rules.  Arie's friend has helped her to learn ballet and Arie absolutely loves it.  She wants to continue but is forced to do so while hiding in the barn to express her love of the dance.  I was attracted to the title being the mom of a daughter who danced since she could walk. There were some exciting parts to the book and it was an easy read.  Arie was worried to share the news of her dancing with her boyfriend.  I enjoyed the book.

I received an ARC copy of this book.  All thoughts are my own.
 

Mail-Order Duchess by Misty M. Beller (Lord's of the Rockies Book 1)

Enoch's brother had sent away for a mail-order bride and she came.  Although she sent a message that she would be coming, it didn't arrive.  So she was surprised to find that the brother of Enoch had passed.  Enoch feels that he should be responsible for this unfortunate situation.  Mandie arrives and has had an experience which changed many things in her life.  Enoch also has some unhappy past times that keep him from opening up completely.  

This was a wonderful read, as are all of this author's books.  I love the history and the location of Montana with its rugged beauty and western flavor.  You won't want to miss this excellent book.  I can't wait for the next book in the series.

I received an ARC of this book.  And I absolutely loved it!  All thoughts and opinions are my own.

The Carpenter by Pegg Thomas Salem Village Book 1

This book is a real attention grabbing story.  It takes place in Salem, Massachucetts in the 1600's where we have history of the Salem Witch Trials, a very tragic historical time and place.  At this time the Quakers and the Puritans were having serious strife and as Caleb and his wife, who are Quakers, adopt a Puritan child, the stress becomes extremely worrisome for them and their safety.

I love history and this book really held my attention.  The story line is well developed and the characters were also believable and the historical aspect was very fascinating and the story was exciting and tragic to read about.  Although fiction, it was clearly a good depiction of life and times then.

I recommend this book and look forward to the next in the series. I received a copy of this book from the author.  All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Tomorrow's First Light by Naomi Rawlings (Texas Promise Series)

I really loved this book.  I enjoyed the historical aspects, the problems, the joys, everything.  A great read!  The characters were perfect, the romance was sweet and the storyline was believable and well-paced.  
 

A Harvest of Amish Blessings by multiple authors

 

These covers totally draw me in!  They are just beautiful.  I read the story written by Tracy Fredrychowski.  It was an excellent story.  It is a sweet romance that drew me in and the characters were well developed. I am sure you will enjoy this book!

The Amish Widow's Last Stitch by Tracy Fredrychowski

This mystery was just a perfect read for me.  I am a mystery lover.  I love trying to guess how things will all work out and this book kept me guessing.  When Lizzie's grandmother suddenly passes, things just don't seem right about how that happened and why.  Lizzie is determined to find out.  She has worked with her grandmother at the yarn shop and she begins to sort through her grandmother's things in hopes of clues.  This is a great cozy mystery that I am sure any mystery and Amish book lover will enjoy.  There is just a little romance, but it was nice and a sweet story between Lizzie and Evert as their friendship grows.  I recommend this book!