It takes place during the Civil War and Jonas goes to war in place of his brother, even though he is Amish and a conscientious objecter.
Such a good story!
I received an ebook copy from NetGalley. All thoughts are my own.
Thursday, October 11, 2018
The Sound of Distant Thunder by Jan Drexler
It takes place during the Civil War and Jonas goes to war in place of his brother, even though he is Amish and a conscientious objecter.
Such a good story!
I received an ebook copy from NetGalley. All thoughts are my own.
The Amish Christmas Letters by Patricia Davids, Sarah Price and Jennifer Beckstrand
The stories are romances and the romances are fun to read. There are times to laugh and the letters are encouraging to each other as the three stories are not separate but are of each of the writing circle recipients.
I really enjoyed the stories and they all seemed to have enough length to be able to enjoy each story fully.
I recommend this book. I really liked all three stories!
I received an ebook copy from NetGalley. All thoughts are my own.
Sunday, October 7, 2018
Shattered Memories by Debbie Lynn Costello
As a result of her injuries, she still regards her former fiancee as the man in her life. He finds this as an opportunity to again find his way back into her life. Drew patiently waits as he hopes her memories of him will come back. But her former fiancee looks to push for a quick marriage.
This book is suspenseful and keeps your attention as you quickly turn the pages to see what is going to happen!
Friday, October 5, 2018
Shelter of The Most High by Connilyn Cossette
This powerful novel will keep you reading it straight through. As you read Sofea and Eitan's story you will be captivated by them and the events that happen to them. As the book begins, the drama starts immediately.
This book is beautifully written, well researched and written by a very knowledgeable author. I highly recommend it. And if you haven't enjoyed Biblical fiction in the past, this book will convert you!
I received a copy of this book from the author. All thoughts are my own.
Thursday, October 4, 2018
A Simple Christmas and Blog-Tour $15.00 Amazon/BN Card Giveaway!
Welcome to my stop at Charlotte Hubbard's Blog Tour for her latest book "A Simple Christmas". I am so excited to be a part of her tour.
Charlotte Hubbard will be awarding $15 Amazon/BN GC to a randomly drawn winner via rafflecopter during the tour.
MY REVIEW:
Charlotte Hubbard is an amazing author who does a phenomenal job with Amish fiction. Definitely on my list of faves!I really enjoyed reading this book, a continuation of the Simple Gifts series of books. It was fun to see the characters of the previous books actively participate in this latest book.
It's a Christmas story, but it was enjoyable even at this time of year. Rosalyn Riehl is busy preparing hand-made wreaths for the holidays. As Marcus appears on the scene, apparently a bit of a trouble maker in his not-so distant past, he sets his eye on Rosalyn, but her dat is a gruff sort and so who knows what excitement will happen!
This is a fun read and as with everything I have read from this author, this was a winner. I highly recommend it!
I was given a copy of this book from the author. All thoughts are my own.
A Simple Christmas
by Charlotte Hubbard
GENRE: Inspirational Romance
(Amish)
~~~~~~~~~~~~~
BLURB:
The
rustic beauty of a country Christmas fills the Simple Gifts crafts shop, while
the Amish residents of Willow Ridge pull together in uncertain times—and in the
face of an unexpected homecoming.
Nora Hooley’s shop is
abuzz with preparations for the holiday open house, and Rosalyn Riehl is
handcrafting wreaths from evergreen boughs, pinecones, and other natural
materials. The work is a welcome diversion for the only unmarried daughter of
Cornelius Riehl: her gruff dat has been receiving envelopes marked Past Due,
leaving dutiful Rosalyn to manage the household’s inexplicably shrinking
budget. Then another distraction swaggers into Simple Gifts—blue-jeaned and
leather-jacketed, with a reputation that precedes him.
Marcus Hooley
hightailed it to Willow Ridge on a wing and a prayer—not that he’s the praying
type. He rejected his Amish roots long ago. But behind the bad-boy attitude is
a gifted horse trainer who’s counting on some bent-but-not-broken family ties
to throw him a lifeline. He can’t erase his past, but a sparking attraction
with strong, spirited Rosalyn holds the promise of a second chance . . . and of
shedding light on shadowy secrets to build a bright tomorrow.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~
The bell jangled raucously as the front door flew open and
hit the wall. “Hey—does anybody work here?” a young man called out. “You can’t
tell me this town doesn’t even have a gas station.”
Nora turned quickly toward him, her eyes widening in
recognition as she handed Rosalyn the star-shaped wreath. “This could get
interesting,” she murmured.
Rosalyn watched as Nora took her time passing between the
displays of handmade table linens and racks of hanging jackets, toward the
fellow who’d entered with a gust of wind that had apparently blown the door out
of his hand.
Or did he throw it open? Rosalyn wondered as she took in the
man’s black leather jacket and the rakish way his dark hair dipped over one
side of his face. Most English are at least courteous and they don’t come in
before the store opens. This fellow looks like walking, talking trouble—with a
capital T.
Rosalyn started
slowly toward the front door, in case their unexpected guest caused Nora
problems. She wasn’t sure what she’d do if this brash young man behaved
improperly, but she knew Nora would be coming to her assistance in this situation.
She wasn’t sure what to think, however, when the redheaded storekeeper walked
quickly around him to shut the door against the wind. Nora faced their visitor,
confidently crossed her arms, and gazed directly at him, unfazed by the fact
that he stood head and shoulders taller than she did.
“Well, well, if it isn’t Cousin Marcus from Lancaster
County, Pennsylvania,” Nora said as she looked him up and down. “Did you
finally show up to check out Wyatt McKenzie’s job offer? Or did another
girlfriend get smart and kick you to the curb for using her credit cards on the
sly?”
Rosalyn gasped. Was this Marcus Hooley, the horse trainer
Wyatt had called in October, hoping to hire an Amish man to manage the draft
horse farm he’d recently established? Everyone in Willow Ridge was wondering
why the cousin Luke, Ira, and Ben had recommended hadn’t bothered to provide
the references Wyatt had requested. As Rosalyn looked more closely, she saw the
resemblance this young man bore to Luke—and she couldn’t miss the rebellious
flare of his pale green eyes as he stared at Nora.
AUTHOR Bio and Links:
Charlotte
Hubbard is the acclaimed author of Amish romance and fiction that evokes
simpler times and draws upon her experiences in Jamesport, the largest Old Order
Amish community west of the Mississippi. Faith and family, farming, and food
preservation are hallmarks of her lifestyle—and the foundation of all her
novels. A deacon, dedicated church musician and choir member, she loves to
travel, read, try new recipes, and crochet. A longtime Missourian, Charlotte
now lives in St. Paul, Minnesota, with her husband and their border collie,
Vera.
Please visit
Charlotte online at www.CharlotteHubbard.com.
CharlotteHubbard.com
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September 25,
2018
ISBN-13:
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ISBN-10:
1420138731
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~~~~~~~~~~~~~
GIVEAWAY INFORMATION and RAFFLECOPTER
CODE
Charlotte Hubbard will be awarding $15
Amazon/BN GC to a randomly drawn winner via rafflecopter during the tour.
a Rafflecopter giveaway
Find the other blogs from the tour as shown below:
October 1: Hearts and Scribbles
October 2: The Tired Buyer
October 3: Fabulous and Brunette
October 3: Rogue's Angels
October 4: Sunnie Reviews - review
October 5: Uplifting Reads
October 8: Laurie''s Thoughts and Reviews
October 9: The Pen and Muse Book Reviews
October 9: Read Your Writes Book Reviews
October 10: A Writer's Life
October 11: Vickie's Kitchen and Garden - review
October 11: Southern Gal Loves to Read - review
October 12: Readeropolis
October 12: Stormy Nights Reviewing and Bloggin' - review
October 15: Travel the Ages
October 16: Edgar's Books
October 17: Amish Reader
October 17: Maureen's Musings - review
October 18: The Book Connection - review
October 19: T's Stuff
October 19: The Reading Addict
October 22: Enchanting Reviews
October 23: Miss Tina's Amish Book Review - review
October 24: A Chick Who Reads - review
October 25: Locks, Hooks and Books
October 26: Long and Short Reviews
Wednesday, October 3, 2018
Love Renewed by Lorana Hoopes
It's good to know and have the faith that even though things don't always go as planned, that God has a plan for you.
I received an ebook copy of the book from the author. All thoughts are my own.
Tuesday, October 2, 2018
Santa School by Melinda Curtis
Ruby has lost her job just in time for the holidays. She also had a seasonal job of training professional Santas. Someone she must extend this to a more permanent job to replace the job she lost.
Dominick and his daughter have just lost their wife and mother. They move to her hometown and try to start their lives there.
This is a sweet book and a fun book to read to set you in the Christmas spirit! Hope I can read a few more of this holiday series!
I received an ebook copy from the author. All thoughts are my own.
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