BOOK REVIEW: Rising Darkness by Nancy Mehl

I really enjoyed this book.  It kept me on my toes and was not too predictable.

I enjoyed learning from Sophie.  She went to a small town in the hopes of further her career, making it big but instead she was able to really discover what she wanted in life and what was important.

Yes careers are important but sometimes we need to refocus and make sure they are not overtaking our lives.

To read more about this book:
http://bakerpublishinggroup.com/books/rising-darkness/347140

I give this book 4 out of 5 stars

And yes, I received this book for free from Bethany House publishing for review.  But I told the whole truth and nothing but the truth.

BOOK REVIEW: She's Almost A Teenager by Peter & Heather Larson

This was a good book.  The questions provided in the book were good questions to start conversations.  It had me thinking about things I would like my daughters to understand especially when they are teenagers!

To read more about this book:

http://www.bakerpublishinggroup.com/books/she-s-almost-a-teenager/346390

I give this book 3 out of 5 stars

And yes, I received this book for free from Bethany House publishing for review.  But I told the whole truth and nothing but the truth.

BOOK REVIEW: The Secret of Pembrooke Park by Julie Klassen

This book was full of mystery, intrigue, twists and turns.  Only once was I ready for this book to end!  As I read the characters became people i wanted to meet.  I loved thinking I had some of the secrets figured out about Pembroke Park but soon realizing sometimes I was wrong.

The author’s writing styles was easy to follow, making the book a fun, fast read.

Usually in a book, I fall in love with a few characters.  This book I wanted to know more about each character that was introduced even some of the local villagers who only appear as villagers attending church.

This book ended and did leave me wanting more but I was happy and somewhat content with the ending!

To read more about this book:

http://bakerpublishinggroup.com/books/the-secret-of-pembrooke-park/341830

I give this book 5 out of 5 stars

And yes, I received this book for free from Bethany House publishing for review.  But I told the whole truth and nothing but the truth.

BOOK REVIEW: Steadfast Heart by Tracie Peterson

I enjoyed reading this book.  The friendship between Lenore and Abrianna was the most intriguing part.  They may have been from different backgrounds (during a time when backgrounds meant something) and life situations but the way they cared for each other and influenced each other was true friendship and love.  

Lenore helped Abrianna with her ladylike skills and social skills and just helping her feel important and that she belonged.  Lenore helped her have self worth and self esteem.  

Abrianna, I felt, helped Lenore see the world from an unprivileged viewpoint but also helped her see that she too can do good and stand up for herself.  Abrianna also helped her see that money was not everything.

To read more about this book:

http://bakerpublishinggroup.com/books/steadfast-heart/341870

I give this book 3.5 out of 5 stars

And yes, I received this book for free from Bethany House publishing for review.  But I told the whole truth and nothing but the truth.

BOOK REVIEW: To Everything a Season

To Everything a Season

BY Lauraine Snelling

I loved this book.  I will admit the first 20-30 pages were a little tough getting use to the unusually names but once I had that figured out really enjoyed getting to know each character and their history and reason for being in Blessing, North Dakota.  

I really felt Miriam and the heartache and how it was such a tough decision for her to go to Blessing.  I could feel the weight that Astrid took upon herself caring for the town of Blessing and for her family.

I did not enjoy the cliff hanger at the end of the book.  Now I really do have to read book 2 in the series!  It would have been nice to have a little bit more closer on each o the side stories going on but I guess I just have to read book 2 to find.

I give this book 4 out of 5 stars.

To read more about his book:

http://bakerpublishinggroup.com/books/to-everything-a-season/344613

And yes, I received this book for free from Bethany House publishing for review.  But I told the whole truth and nothing but the truth.

Book Review: With Every Breath

With Every Breath

By Elizabeth Camden

I really enjoyed this book.  It kept me on my toes and wanting more.  I read it in record time for me.  (I have 3 young children so reading is for when they are sleeping, lots of sleep lost to this book.)  I fell in love with Kate and Trevor separately.  I loved Kate and her devotion to her work, her family and to others.  Trevor I loved because of his history.  I felt for Trevor.  At first I was disappointed because he was so secretive but as Kate worked on him as a friend, I saw what Kate saw.

I besides the main characters I loved the little side stories of the boarders at Kate’s parents house and Kate’s brother.

I realized after reading this book the importance of being a true friend.  Letting others getting to know but also what makes me who I am my history, family, my interests, etc.

I give this book 5 out of 5 Stars

To Read more about this book:
http://bakerpublishinggroup.com/books/with-every-breath/348640

And yes, I received this book for free from Baker publishing for review.  But I told the whole truth and nothing but the truth.

Book Review: Appalachian Serenade: A Novella

Appalachian Serenade
By Sarah Loudin Thomas

This little Novella made me want to read more books by Sarah Loudin Thomas.  It was short and to the point and sometimes I just wanted more.  But I knew since it was a "novella" this is how it would be.  with that said I still loved this story!  I fell in love with the characters and their struggles and I wanted to keep reading more!  I loved watching them grow and learn and seek knowledge and love in their challenges!

Cant wait to read more by Sarah!

I give this novella 4 our of 5 stars

To read more about this Novella
http://sarahloudinthomas.com/2014/06/05/appalachian-thursday-serenade/

And yes, I received this novella for free from Bethany House for review.  But I told the truth and nothing but they truth.