The Rancher's Reunion by Lisa Childs

This is the first book of this series that I have read.  I have unfortunately missed 6 books previously.  Despite that fact, I really enjoyed this clean and sweet romance.  It tells of secrets that are kept and that could cause difficult feelings should they be discovered by others. This definitely brings in the interest factor of the book which is an enjoyable book to read.  This is the story of Cash who returns home and Becca who were best friends in previous years. Becca holds a secret as well and worries that the truth will come out and things will never be the same.  Good story!  

I received a copy of this book.  All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Just for the Summer by Melody Carlson

This was a very fun book.  I enjoyed the job trade and have to admit there are were times I would have wanted to do something like that!  I liked Ginny who seems to give her all to her job, but Jacqueline, with whom she traded jobs and locations, seemed not so likeable as Ginny. The story was enjoyable and a nice light read.  There are some twists and a bit of romance and a quick read. I have enjoyed this and other books from this author.  I will continue to do so.  I enjoyed this book! I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher.  All thoughts and opinions are my own.

A Cowboy Christmas Carol By Melinda Curtis (The Cowboy Academy Book 3)

 First off, this is a fun series to read.  It revolves around twins, Ryan and Tate Oakley and they both quite different.  Jo, has had a not so good earlier life and has worked through the challenges. Jo and Ryan both needs things that they can help each other with and working together on their plans brings them to an unexpected turn of events.

I really enjoyed reading this book and all it had to offer.  The author writes a clean romance and the characters are fun to read about.  I totally wonder what the next book will be like.  I just know that I can hardly wait to read it.  You will love it!

I received a complimentary copy of this book.  All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Summer in the Spotlight by Liz Johnson (Prince Edward Island Shores Series Book 3)

When a hurricane destroys the Victoria Playhouse, Kelsey finds herself without her theater and her high school drama teaching job as well.  The start of the book grabbed my attention right away especially, having been a drama person since high school days.  I loved how they worked together to build a theater continue Kelsey's goals.  It wasn't quite as attention keeping as the beginning of the book, but was still a sweet and clean romance. This book showed people working together to reach a worthwhile goal.  There were reveals of painful pasts and romance.  It was a good read.  

I received an ARC from the publisher and was under no obligation to post a positive review.  All opinions are my own.

With Every Memory by Janine Rosche

This was a really different book.  It was a book about real-life experiences and how the family dealt with the problems they faced both in the past and in the present.  There are several surprises in the book that I hadn't expected, so it kept me reading and interested throughout the book.  As the family faced difficult issues, it was interesting to see how they each responded and reacted to what was happening.  I enjoyed that there was a trip to Moab, which I can easily relate to.  A good read for sure, and I recommend it to my friends. Lori and Avery tell the story of their family and as time goes on and Lori regains some memories of her previous family life prior to her memory-erasing accident, they find they all need support to sort and sift through the past and what transpired.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from Revell Publishing.  All thoughts are my own.

Identity by Nora Roberts

This book wasn't my usual genre and so it wasn't a book for me.  And so I will leave it at that.  

I received a complimentary copy  of this book from NetGalley.  All thoughts are my own.
 

Reinventing Ruthie by Kate Lloyd

This is a story of Ruth Ann who has had her share of misfortune.  A husband who left her for another and then a terrible car accident. A difficult teenage daughter and aged parents.  I can certainly understand how all those things would wear a person down.  The story is real life events that many others have experienced.  I can relate to some of the issues as I am sure others will be able to as well.  It is definitely a good read.  I enjoy the author's style of writing.  I have usually read her Amish fiction, but this is definitely just as amazing a book as those, just totally different. I love how the story continues and how the talented writing tells a poignant story of an imperfect life and working through it all.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher.  All thoughts are my own.

Lilac Cottage by Carrie Fancett Pagels (Mackinac Cottages Series Book 2)

As Rachel is at a loss for her living arrangements, she opts Mackinac Island where her late grandmother lived and she had spent time visiting.  Having been mistreated by her mother and loved by her grandmother, Rachel hopes to find refuge there and in her faith. 

The book grabbed me from the very beginning and it was hard to put down and continue later.  There is romance, betrayal and also some intrigue to keep you wondering.  I loved the "genealogy" references as that is my occupation, so family relationships and connections are always of great interest to me.  As the 3 families of Mackinac's secrets are revealed there are many unexpected surprises, some hard to deal with and to overcome.  I really enjoyed this Christian book and am sure others will also find it a wonderful read.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author and was not required to give a positive review.  All thoughts are my own.

Second Time Around by Melody Carlson

This was an enjoyable read and a sweet story of Mallory who inherits her grandmother's old shop.  As she renovates the shop, she finds stress, some family conflict and expenses she hadn't necessarily planned on.  Maybe the shop should be sold? It's a fun, relaxing read that I liked reading very much.  Mallory is middle-aged and so it was easy to relate to her and fun to see the second chance romance that grows.  I liked her independence and despite things not always going in the direction she'd hoped for, she forges forward. Her apartment is a decorator's disaster. I can almost picture it!  This was a very nice contemporary fiction.

I received a complimentary copy of this book and was not required to give a positive review.  All opinions are my own.

Windswept Way by Irene Hannon (A Hope Harbor Novel #9)

This is my first opportunity to read a book from this author. It was a good stand alone book, although was, of course, the introduction to the series for me. I enjoyed the characters and felt the struggles that were a part of their lives, especially Jonathan Gray whose scarred face turns him inward. The story showed the inner pains that were felt.  The story takes place in Oregon and is a sweet contemporary romance taking place in an historic estate they want to turn into a beautiful event venue. This is a Christian book that will warm your heart.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher.  All thoughts are my own.

Sycamore Circle by Shelley Shepard Gray (The Rumors in Ross County Series)b Book 2 of 2

This book was so interesting!  It mixed the Amish genre with a very contemporary theme.  This is a continuation of the storyline of Lincoln's work of rehabilitating ex-cons to be able to handle life on the outside.  It had romance, danger, mystery and suspense and wonderful characters that you can't help but love.  I have to admit, I found myself wondering how I would react to find myself as the interest of a man who had been incarcerated.  How would I deal with the trust issue, etc.! Joy is a very conscientious divorcee and a mother of a teenage whose life is full of events, dance lessons, and her work as a tutor for those who can't read. As these two meet their story begins.  

Joy receives threatening texts and life becomes very insecure for her and her daughter and it appears there is someone with evil intentions.  This book is very good and I really enjoyed it and didn't know who the culprit was until it was revealed.  It was great!  Definitely want more of this series!

I received a complimentary copy of this book.  All thoughts are my own.

When You Kiss Me by Melinda Curtis (A Kissing Test Novel Book 4)

So I love Grandma Dotty.  A little crazy yet very loveable matchmaker!  And she's back in this story.  As she wants to see some little babies coming along, she wants to make sure that her grands are happily married!  This is a romantic comedy that is sure to keep you laughing throughout. Violet is her target and if you like a little Shakespeare, this is a must-read for you!  Grandma Dotty has some crazy plans and you will be totally engaged!  The storyline was such fun and keeps you reading!  It is a clean romance.

Dottie is taking exercise class and has a goal of being a model.  Can you just visualize her doing hip-hop?

So grab a copy of this fun story and you will have some enjoyable reading!  I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author.  All thoughts are my own.

You can grab your copy here!

The Sweet Life by Suzanne Woods Fisher

Marnie and her daughter Dawn both have bad news to share with one another.  Dawn's wedding is no more and Marnie experiences big health issues.  Both are hurting and they need one another.  They take Dawn's honeymoon trip to Cape Cod.  And there the adventure begins.

This was a very engaging story with the dilapidated ice cream shop and Marnie's dream of making her late husband's dreams come true. Marnie buys the shop without consulting with Dawn and there is so much to do before it can ever function as a shop.  And then there comes the town's historical commission, lead by a feisty and  cantankerous woman.  Everything that needs doing, has to be approved by her.  

Dawn and Marnie don't see eye to eye on the way things should work, but will they be able to come to a common ground?

The book is clean, enjoyable and a very fun read.  The author did a wonderful job on this book.  But all her books are top-notch!I loved the cute quotes at the start of each chapter.  And there is a spiritual side to things as well.  

I received an ebook copy from NetGalley.  All thoughts are my own.

The View From Coral Cove by Amy Clipston

I have been a fan of this author for many years.  Maya's great aunt has passed away and she inherits her toy store.   Here in her new setting she adopts a kitty, meets a veterinarian, Brody and his daughter Ashlyn. As she goes through her aunt's belongings, she finds the secret withheld from her for her entire life. 

The story is a sweet romance and the theme of overcoming some of our past life events, and moving on with life, love and happiness.  The location is a beautiful and cozy town along the coast with enjoyable characters.  The story was a good read and tells a sweet tale.

I received an ebook copy of this book from NetGalley.  All thoughts are my own.

Sunrise by Susan May Warren Book 1 (Sky King Ranch Series)

This book was really engaging.  If you wanted to know about Alaska...here's the book for you!  I totally enjoyed visiting Alaska by way of this book.  I have to admit the series title intrigued me, too.  I am from the generation of years of a TV show called "Sky King".  So had to absolutely read this book!  So that being said, this book is full of adventure and intrigue, suspense and Romance!  What more could a reader ask for, right???

This is the first book by this author that I have had the pleasure of reading.  I am now a fan.  This was a clean book with enthralling characters.  There were huge grizzly bears, wolves, danger a great story plot of second chance romance.  

I loved the title and how it related to the book.  So did I love this book?  The answer is a clear YES!  

I received a copy of this book from Revell Publishing and was not required to post a positive review.  All thoughts are my own.

Fetching Sweetness by Dana Mentink

 I go to the library frequently for my avid reader mother.  This was one of the books I grabbed off the shelf for her to read.  As I picked up the books she had finished, she told me to definitely read this one.  So I did at her recommendation.

It was a fun story of traveling with a "stranger" in a trailer while attempting to return a 100 lb. mischief maker dog!  There was fun, laughs, forgiveness and just a nice and clean read.  I enjoyed the characters and also enjoyed this book.  It is the first book I have read from this author, although I am very familiar with her.  I like her writing style very much and will watch for more books.

It was a light and refreshing, simply enjoyable read.

Riverbend Gap By Denise Hunter

This book grabs you from the very beginning and starts out with quite a "bang".  It's the first book I have read from this author.  She's excellent.  It won't be the last book I will be reading. 

I enjoyed the conflict that arises and I kept wondering how they would resolve the problems, which were many!  There were several smaller story lines that appear throughout the book to keep you on your toes.  It was a very interesting book.

It was a clean romance with lots of interesting turns.  I really enjoyed it.

I received an ebook copy from NetGalley.  All thoughts are my own.

The Walnut Creek Wish (Creektown Discoveries Book 1) By Wanda E. Brunstetter

This was an enjoyable start to a new series by Wanda Brunstetter.  A young couple, unable to have children finds their marriage pulling apart at the seams.  A move from the city to an Amish town brings about change in their lives that doesn't come easily but as they grow together they find things that are missing in their lives.  The story revolves in a non-Amish couple who become acquainted with an Amish couple who see the needs in others, when they themselves do not. 

Not feeling a need or desire to listen to God and rely on His help, the couple continues to struggle through life's ups and downs.  It's a sweet story of growing and becoming.

I received a copy of this book from Barbour Publishing,  All thoughts are my own.

Caught by the Cowboy Dad by Melinda Curtis Book 8 The Mountain Monroe Series

 Book 8 is just great!  I love this series and so happy to see it continue!  The Monroes are quite a family and they seem to keep growing, one way or the other!

This book was a clean second chance book and since I love the Monroe series, I am always happy to see a new book come out!

When Holden finds out he is about to be a dad for the second time, he wants to try it again with the baby's mom, Bernadette but she has serious doubts as to his sincerity and is sure that things won't work out.  

The book will make you smile and I think you will enjoy it!

I received a copy of this book from the author.  All thoughts are my own.

Butterfly Cottage by Carrie Fancett Pagels

This is a contemporary fiction set in a beautiful surrounding as the picture depicts.  It is a story of family issues that deal with the heart.  Family relationships and situations that can cause feelings of loss as the family comes together from different places and converge to the family cottage at the Straits of Mackinac.

This is a different story for this author that was very enjoyable and I love the author's beautiful descriptions of this special place.  The author has a wonderful way with words and this book will keep you reading.  You will want to know how all things turn out! The characters are very interesting and will capture your heart.  I recommend this heartwarming book.

I received an ebook copy from the author.  All thoughts are my own.