It’s been a few weeks since I’ve let y’all see what I’ve been reading, mainly because classes are keeping me super occupied. Fortunately, they end tomorrow. Unfortunately, they end tomorrow. But in 15 minute chunks I inhaled Kellie Coates Gilbert’s latest novel, A Woman of Fortune. I honestly didn’t know if I’d have time to read this book, but the …
Fatal Exchange: pulsing romantic suspense
One of my favorite types of book to read is a romantic suspense that moves. Give me characters I can connect with an intricate crime or ticking time bomb, and I’ll be hooked through the pages. Fatal Exchange, the latest from Lisa Harris, is that kind of book. I LOVED Fatal Exchange! The pacing is fast — 85% of the plot …
6 Novels You Shouldn’t Miss
One thing that happened with the recent transfer of my website to a new server is that several blog posts disappeared. Ah well! Ever resourceful, I’m back with some reviews of books you really should look for. I guarantee there’s something in this post for every book lover! Just keep reading 🙂 Tracy Higley is an author with a gift …
Review: Dating Like Airplanes: an invitation to soar
As the parent of one teenager and three more who will become teenagers, I’m always looking for tools to help as we coach our kids through dating/courting/finding a spouse. In Dating like Airplanes, Caleb Breakey issues an invitation to do dating differently. He honestly talks about how hard it can be to know how to do relationships the right way, in …
Grateful for Grace
I’ve had one of those weeks where there is too much to do and not enough time. I’ve asked God to make the sun stand still…and He has. First by sending my sister-in-law to help a couple afternoons so I could pull away and edit. He’s also just really focused me on what is important. It doesn’t mean life isn’t …
Parenting 101: Secrets of Happy Families Review
What makes a family work? It’s a question I think about frequently. While each family is different, I love to find principles that I can apply to our unique dynamic. The Secrets of Happy Families is a fresh approach — taking business principles and transforming them for families in a dynamic way that has me eager to try adapting some …
Monuments Men: History Wrapped in an Engaging Story
Last night, Eric and I got a chance to watch Monuments Men on opening night. This is a movie I have anticipated since learning George Clooney was in production in the fall of 2012. That’s a long time to anticipate the movie! I wasn’t disappointed. This movie captures the tone of the Monuments Men. It grasps what this small group …
The Dancing Master Review
Julie Klassen is a fantastic writer who creates characters and plots that I love. This book was no exception. I was quickly pulled into Regency England and the lives of two characters with lives shadowed by pain. A delightful read for those who love historicals filled with great characters, a strong faith thread, and a hint of mystery. Finding himself …
History Comes to Life in Rebellious Heart
As a history lover, I love the rare author who gives me a sweeping historical novel yet demonstrates a great love and appreciation for history and getting it right. Jody Hedlund is such an author and her latest novel Rebellious Heart is such a book. The love story of John and Abigail Adams, so I was thrilled to discover after …
Tempest’s Course Review
A Quilts of Love book. Kelly Frost, a textiles conservator, is invited to the Massachusetts coastal city of New Bedford to restore a 150-year-old Mariner’s Compass quilt. But there is one stipulation: she must live and work in Gray House, a former whaling captain’s home, where the quilt is stored. There she meets Army veteran Tom Pereira, the caretaker of …