Dangerous Illusions by Irene Hannon

Dangerous Illusions is a thrilling suspense that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end. It is a page turner with just the right amount of romance to keep things interesting. It all begins when hardworking and overwhelmed Trish Bailey is suspected of making a tragic mistake that leads to the death of her mother. Things are not always what they seem, however, and a big mystery must be solved. Detective Colin Flynn is the man for the job and could he also be the man for Trish?

Irene Hannon is a skilled author whose writing never disappoints. Her work reads like an exhilarating action movie and transports the reader into another world for approximately 358 pages. In my opinion, certain situations in this book were a bit edgy for Christian fiction and may be disturbing to some. Nevertheless, there is no denying Irene's talent for writing and storytelling. I received this book from Revell in exchange for my honest review.

Walking on Water by Jennifer A. Miskov, Ph.D.

Remember Peter? He did the impossible and walked on water because he wanted to be close to Jesus. More often than not, it is extremely difficult to step out on faith and trust God to fulfill His plan. In Walking on Water, the author uses scripture and personal life experiences to encourage readers to take that step of faith and be prepared for miracles and extraordinary things to happen.

This book was a challenge to review because I found myself changing my opinion of what I was reading from chapter to chapter. I do not agree with or relate to everything that was in this book. Some of the topics seemed a little extreme for me. I am a Southern Baptist so I'm more on the reserved side. However, I do appreciate this author's viewpoint and I gained a lot of useful information from this book. There were so many passages that I wanted to write down on a sticky note and stick them all over my house. It is rare that I read a book that leaves me with conflicting thoughts, but this one did just that. I am always willing to learn and grow as a Christian and I enjoy reading different varieties of books to get a feel for the different opinions that are out there. I received this book from Chosen in exchange for my review.

The Most Important Women of the Bible by Aaron and Elaina Sharp

This book by Aaron and Elaina Sharp is a quick and informative read that contains 31 chapters about some of the most interesting and influential women of the Bible times. Each chapter includes scripture references, a biography, the featured woman's role in redemption, and interesting facts and questions that really enhance the reading experience. Some of the women that this book focuses on are Mary, Eve, Rahab, Zipporah, and many more. Some may think that a person has to be called by name to be considered an important woman of the Bible, but that is not the case. God can use anyone to help execute his will and he does just that by using a sinner, a prostitute, a poor woman, and a sick women. Some of the most important people in the Bible are barely even mentioned throughout, but they still offer up a lesson to be learned. This book is full of interesting and new information that would be an excellent Bible study for home or church. I received this book from Bethany House in exchange for my honest review.

Vanishing Point by Lisa Harris

Vanishing Point by Lisa Harris is the perfect mix of suspense and romance. When young girls start turning up missing, it's up to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and the FBI to catch the serial killer that is on the loose. Agents Garrett Addison and Jordan Lambert are reunited on this case and they are both fighting their feelings for one another. Will they be able to solve this mystery and find love in the process?

This thriller will keep you on the edge of your seat and will have you turning page after page by lamplight until you reach the end. The book is very well-written and the story flows perfectly. The characters are likable and relatable and the story plays out like a movie on the big screen. I thoroughly enjoyed investigating along with Garrett and Jordan by trying to solve the mystery of the crime on my own. The ending does not disappoint. Most importantly, the lesson of this book is very well received and the author describes why God allows bad things to happen in this world. God gives us free will and we are affected by bad choices. However, God has promised us everlasting life if we just accept his son as our Lord and Savior. We may have heartache in this world, but in heaven, that will not be the case. I received this book from Revell in exchange for my honest review. 

Fiercehearted by Holley Gerth

Each chapter of this book is a gift just waiting to be opened. Holley Gerth has the ability to catch the reader's attention from the first page. Her description of a fiercehearted woman is one that will motivate and inspire women of all ages.

This is a book that you will want to curl up in your favorite comfy spot to read. You will finish it feeling empowered, strong, and fierce. Holley's life stories are ones that we can relate to and learn from. She reminds us that we all have struggles and imperfections, but they do not define us. As the title says, we are fiercehearted. We are God's children. We are enough!

Thank you, Holley, for sharing your life and your talent. I look forward to reading more books by this wonderful author. I received this book from Revell in exchange for my honest review.

Living the Spirit-Formed Life by Jack Hayford

Living the Spirit-Formed Life was first published in 1994 under the title of The Power and Blessing. It has now been revised and updated and includes a foreword by Robert Morris. The cover is very warm and inviting and sets the tone for the book. This book is very relevant still today and will be for years to come.

In the pages of this classic book, Pastor Jack Hayford reveals ten disciplines of the Spirit which include committing to hear God's voice, baptism, communion, forgiveness, and others. All of these things can help us to grow in our spiritual relationship with the Lord and mold us into a Spirit-Formed disciple.

I really enjoyed this book and will enjoy reading it again and again. This book is very inspirational and informative and is a great study to use alone or with a group. I received this book from Chosen in exchange for my honest review.

Calm, Cool, and Connected by Arlene Pellicane

Calm, Cool, and Connected is a book that is so necessary in today's society. Every single day, we are staring at our phones, televisions, and tablets and losing sight of the more important people and things around us. This book offers practical advice to help us cut down on our screen time and live life the way God intended us to.

The author uses the word HABIT to give the reader an interesting way to remember useful technology tips: H=Hold Down the Off Button, A=Always Put People First, B=Brush Daily: Live With a Clean Conscience, I=I Will Go Online With a Purpose, T=Take a Hike. These easy and simple steps can help us gain back the control over our devices. Arlene Pellicane reminds us that these devices are not going to play themselves or turn themselves on. We have the control and we can limit our screen time if we spend more time with God and people.

One part of the book that really stood out was when the author referred to mobile phones as digital pacifiers. This is such an accurate description. We need to put down our phones and work on forming relationships with others. There are many tips that I will apply to my life after reading this book, because I have a tendency to lose track of time when I am endlessly scrolling on social media. Everyone that is struggling with an unhealthy approach to technology should read this book. It is a quick read that is very beneficial. I received this book from Moody Publishers in exchange for my honest review.

Daring to Hope by Katie Davis Majors

Katie Davis Majors is a beautiful human being who has God at the center of her life. This is her story. When Katie went on a mission trip to Uganda, she could never have dreamed about what God had in store for her and what an impact she would have on people's lives by letting God completely direct her paths. Katie now lives in Uganda with her husband, her son, and her 13 adopted daughters. Daring to Hope is a heartbreaking, yet hopeful glimpse into Katie's life. Page after page is filled with beauty and brokenness and Katie reminds us that sometimes we have to face the storm to find the beauty. We can always hope and we can find that little piece of beautiful inside the ugly if we just trust God. God will prevail.

Katie is a gifted writer who doesn't just write books. She writes life-changing books. Daring to Hope is the perfect follow-up to Katie's first book, Kisses from Katie. Katie's life stories inspire us to make the change, take the chance, trust, and HOPE. Hope to find the beauty and the goodness, no matter what you are facing. I am honored to be chosen to be on the launch team for Daring to Hope and I am thankful for the chance to hear Katie's incredible story.

Look & Find Bible Storybook

Look & Find Bible Storybook is a delightfully colorful and interactive book of beloved Bible stories that will keep young readers occupied for hours. This brightly illustrated storybook includes 8 Bible stories: The Creation, Noah's Amazing Ark, The Exodus: Escape Through the Sea, David and Goliath, Jonah and the Big Fish, Jesus is Born, Jesus Feeds the Five Thousand, and Jesus has Risen. Take a peek under the large flap featured for each story and a look and find checklist is revealed. Children may use a dry erase marker to check items off the list as they find them.

This storybook is the "Where's Waldo" of Bible stories. Children will enjoy searching for animals, Bible characters, and much more. The stories are told in straightforward terms which offers better understanding to preschoolers and elementary aged children. This book has the potential to be enjoyed by a variety of children in different ages and stages of life. Whether taking this book on a road trip, using it as a learning tool in Sunday School, or buying it as a gift, readers will not be disappointed in the content that is revealed within the pages of this beautiful book. I received this book from the publisher in exchange for my honest review.

Every Piece of Me by Jerusha Clark

Can I just start by saying that I love the cover of this book. The colors are beautiful and this book would definitely catch my eye if I saw it in the store. In Every Piece of Us, Jerusha Clark helps us to determine that our true identity can be found in Christ and our desire to be more like Him. We don't have to spend all our time trying to please and impress others because that is not what God expects of us. We are here to glorify Him. Clark's latest release offers up personal experiences that we can relate to and her studies and facts are very well-researched. One part of the book that I thought was very helpful is the questions section at the end of each chapter. These questions would be great for a women's Bible study or in your own personal quiet time and spiritual growth. If you read this with an open mind, you will be blessed. I received this book from Baker Books in exchange for my honest review.

Whisper by Mark Batterson

Whisper is only the second book I have read by Mark Batterson and it definitely did not disappoint. Mr. Batterson has a way with words that makes you want to just sit and ponder on each point he has to make. I found myself doing just that as I read this book. There were so many parts of the book that spoke to me so strongly that I couldn't begin to highlight them or I would have been highlighting the majority of the book! In Whisper, Batterson focuses on how we can hear God speaking to us through 7 different "languages" which include scripture, desires, doors, dreams, people, promptings, and pain. Each of these can be a way for us to hear from God if we just be still and listen for his voice. 1 Samuel says, "Speak, Lord, for your servant is listening." We need to listen for God's whisper and pay attention to all the ways he tries to connect with us and draw us closer to him. This book is one that could be read time and time again and you would find something new in it each time. Batterson adds humorous touches and real-life stories that keep the reader interested and engaged. I look forward to reading more books by this author and I am honored to have been chosen to be on the launch team for Whisper.

Loving my Actual Christmas by Alexandra Kuykendall

Christmas in September! Why not?? No, seriously though, I love celebrating Christmas all year! I listen to Christmas music in July, watch Christmas movies on any random day, and I put my Christmas tree up at the beginning of November. I. Love. Christmas. For some people, Christmas can be a stressful time because they just have too much on their plate and forget about the real meaning of Christmas. Or if you are like the author of this book, you may be grieving the loss of someone you love which makes it hard to feel like celebrating. If either of these things are true for you, you will enjoy this book. The author performs an experiment of sorts to scale back on Christmas and focus on the most important parts of the season. Kuykendall divides her experiment into sections focusing on the Advent ideals of hope, love, joy, and peace. I can relate to the author in the terms of wanting to be in control of all situations. But the truth is, GOD is in control. And if we accept that each day, not just Christmas, will be more joyous and we can better serve Him. I really liked the concept of this book and I think it offers great advice and tips for helping you to focus on Jesus this Christmas season and let go of some of the so-called "obligations" that are stealing your joy. I look forward to reading more from this author in the future. I received this book from Baker Books in exchange for my honest review.

How to Listen So People Will Talk by Becky Harling

How to Listen So People Will Talk offers practical advice to help improve your communication skills which in turn will strengthen your relationships with others. There was definitely a lot of great material in each chapter that I can use in my day to day life in order to help me to become a better listener. I really enjoyed the chapter on distractions. In this busy world, we are often in a hurry and we don't take the time to really listen to others. The author tells us how important it is for us to cut back on the multitasking and really focus on hearing what others have to say. This book would be great for a small group study or even as a journal companion because at the end of each chapter, there are questions and activities that help you put these communication tips to the test in order to better improve yourself and your ways of communicating. This interactive part of the book is one of my favorite aspects. Everyone can use a boost in their communication skills and this book is just the tool you need to help you achieve that. I received this book from my Bethany House in exchange for my honest review. Thank you, for helping me continue in my journey with the Lord.

Fear and Faith by Trillia J. Newbell

As Christians, we oftentimes have trouble letting our faith be bigger than our fear. Even though we know God is in control, we are human and it is hard to keep from being afraid of the unknown. In Fear and Faith, Trillia J. Newbell focuses on many fears that we all may deal with on a daily basis. This book was very helpful to me and I found myself relating to many of the fears that were listed in this book, especially the fear of not measuring up and the fear of tragedy. The author reminds us that our fears are mostly unjustified and no matter what we face, God is there for us. Like the hymn says, "Because He lives, I can face tomorrow." It is a joy to know that God has us in his hand and he has a plan for each and every one of us. This book is a quick, informative read that inspired me to let go of my fears and put my focus on the Lord. I appreciate Moody Publishers for giving me a free copy of this book in exchange for my honest review. I will be passing the book on to others for them to enjoy as well.

Fraying at the Edge by Cindy Woodsmall

Fraying at the Edge is the second book in The Amish of Summer Grove series. I am loving this series and I can't wait to read the third and final book in the series, Gathering the Threads.

In this book, the story of Skyler and Ariana continues. The girls now know that they were accidentally switched at birth and Ariana's biological dad, Nicholas, wants the girls to "switch lives" for a year. Skyler needs a change of scenery to deal with her drug addiction problem and both sets of parents want to get to know their biological daughters. It is quite a challenge for both families and the girls have to learn how to adapt to their new surroundings. They end up questioning everything they have ever known.

This book is a wonderful continuation of Cindy Woodsmall's Summer Grove series. I am honored to be chosen to be on the launch team for the final book in this series and I look forward to reading it and finding out the ending to Ariana and Skyler's story.

The 5 Love Languages of Children by Gary Chapman and Ross Campbell

This book is an amazing guidebook for parents. Being a parent is one of the hardest and most rewarding things I have ever done, and I believe most people would agree. The 5 Love Languages of Children teaches that unconditional love is the most important thing we can give our children. We can determine which love language our children relate to the most by simply observing them and communicating with them. The love languages that are explained in this book are physical touch, words of affirmation, quality time, gifts, and acts of service. It didn't take me long to decide that my son's primary love language is quality time. I need to read this book every day to remind myself! I learned so much from this book and I look forward to reading the other varieties of this book. I received this book from Moody in exchange for my honest review.

Convicted by Jameel McGee and Andrew Collins

What an amazing book! Convicted is a true story of forgiveness and grace and what I like to call a "Look what God can do" story. I wasn't sure how I would like this book because I don't read books in this genre very often, but I was so touched and inspired by this book.

Convicted begins by describing its setting of Benton Harbor, MI. Benton Harbor is a poverty-stricken town where drug deals and racism are everyday issues. Andrew Collins is a police officer in Benton Harbor who has lost himself and has become a "bad cop." Collins wrongfully arrests an innocent man named Jameel McGee and this book is their surprising story of forgiveness and friendship.

The book alternates between Collins' and McGee's viewpoints and I loved that style in this book. Once I started reading, I did not want to put it down.

The circumstances in the lives of these men could only be explained as "God things." God brought these men together and allowed them to be a blessing to each other and allowed such a powerful example of forgiveness to be expressed through them. We could all learn so much about forgiveness and God's grace by hearing Andrew and Jameel's story. I could only hope to be able to forgive this way if I were in Jameel's shoes.

I am blessed to be chosen to be on the launch team for this book and this book changed me for the better. I would highly recommend this book to everyone. It is a book that everyone can relate to, especially with the things that are going on in our world today. Thank you WaterBrook for the opportunity to read an Advanced Copy of Convicted.

The Chapel Car Bride by Judith Miller

Oh, how I love Christian fiction books! It's so nice to read a wholesome book that you don't have to worry about any bad language or inappropriate material.

Which brings me to my most current read: The Chapel Car Bride by Judith Miller. This book is an interesting read with a unique storyline. I like that it is different from books I have read before, and I have read a lot! This book tells the story of Hope and her preacher father. However, her father doesn't preach in an ordinary church. His church is a traveling railroad car! He and Hope travel to the town of Finch, West Virginia to spread the good news of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. While in West Virginia, Hope finds herself in new relationships with many new people including Luke Hughes, a coal miner, and his sister Nellie. She also makes acquaintances with Kirby Finch whose father owns the coal mine in town. Readers will love Hope's character and will enjoy reading about her experiences.

I received this book from Bethany House in exchange for my honest review.

Ties That Bind by Cindy Woodsmall

Ties That Bind is a captivating and at times, heartbreaking read that will draw you in from the beginning. This book is the first in The Amish of Summer Grove series. Readers will be transported into the lives of Ariana Brenneman and her family and their traditional Amish way of living. But just what is mysterious Quill Schlabach up to and what exactly is Ariana's connection with Englisch Skylar Nash?

I am honored to be chosen as one of the members of Cindy Woodsmall's book launch team for her new release. I really enjoyed this first book in The Amish of Summer Grove series and I look forward to reading the rest of the series.

And the winner is...

Congratulations Chrystal Payne! You are the winner of the Cindy Woodsmall Book giveaway! You will be receiving the first two books in the Amish of Summer Grove series, Ties That Bind and Fraying at the Edge. You are going to love these books! Don't forget to check out Cindy Woodsmall's new release and the third installment of the Amish of Summer Grove series, Gathering the Threads, which will be available in August. Thanks to the participants and stay tuned for more giveaways and book reviews! Happy reading!

Journeying Together Devotional by Matt and Noel Guevara

The Journeying Together Devotional is a 52 week devotional book geared toward families that have preschool and elementary age children. Parents can read the devotional each week and talk to their children about life lessons that they can relate to. The book is divided up into 4 different sections and there are also 4 different elements to each weekly devotional.

This book is different from other books I have seen on the market because it gives you hands-on examples for how to teach your children to grow in their relationship with the Lord. The book includes a section called Chat Prompts that gives you conversation starters to share with your children and possibly help them to think about things they may not have realized otherwise. I really enjoyed the humor and real life stories that were revealed in this book by the authors. I also found this book inspiring and hopeful for my journey as a parent.

Another strong point of this book was the colorful illustrations on each page. Children will enjoy looking at the pictures and reading along with their parents.

I did find some typos in this book, which were found on pages 15, 74, 83, 127, and 135. I will be glad to go into more detail if needed.

All in all, this is a great family devotional that is a great option for families with young children and it is a great way to spend time together and grow together in their relationship with our Savior.

I received a pdf copy of this book from Rose Publishing in exchange for my honest review.

Cindy Woodsmall Book Giveaway!!!

To celebrate the upcoming August release of Cindy Woodsmall's new book, Gathering the Threads, I will be giving away the first two books in the Amish of Summer Grove series: Ties that Bind and Fraying at the Edge. Follow my blog and comment on this post to enter to win these great books! Good luck!!!

Dark Deception by Nancy Mehl

Dark Deception is the second book in the Defenders of Justice series. I have not read the first book in this series, but it did not affect me as I read this book, because it felt like a stand-alone book. This book is full of twists and turns that will keep you guessing until the very end. It is the story of Kate, a young woman who witnessed her sister's murder and almost died herself. Now she is in the witness protection program and she struggles with bad memories from her past. When Tony, a deputy Marshal, comes back into her life, things start getting out of control again and Kate must fight to survive yet again. Every time I thought I had this book figured out, something else happened that made me question my predictions. This book is very suspenseful and hard to put down once you start. It is a quick read that feels like it could easily be made into a great movie. One word of advice, do not read this at night if you are a scaredy cat like myself...be sure to read it in broad daylight because you will definitely be transported as you read this thriller! I received this book from Bethany House in exchange for my honest review.

Healing Ruby by Jennifer H. Westall

Wow, what a book! I have literally just finished reading this book and I absolutely loved it. I like to write my review as soon as I finish reading while the story is still on my mind. What can I say except that the author has a true gift for writing! This book grabbed me from the moment I started it and I found myself unable to do much of anything else until I finished it! I read this book with tears in my eyes at times which shows you how much the story affects the emotions. The main character, Ruby, is easy to fall in love with and I absolutely loved her. Ruby has a special gift and a love and compassion for others that not many people have. She also listens to the Lord and does what he calls her to do. If only I could be so brave! I don't want to spoil any of this story for the readers so I will just say, READ IT. Now, off to Amazon to get the other books in the series! Can't wait to find out what happens next!

Praying with Eyes Wide Open by Sherry Harney

Praying with Eyes Wide Open is the perfect book for you if your prayer life needs a makeover. This book will help you to see prayer in a different light and really think about ways to improve your conversations with our Lord and Savior. Throughout this book, the author tells us of a unique way to pray: with our eyes open. Literally! The author challenges the reader to try praying with their eyes open and to see how it changes their prayer life. Also, the author talks about what it really means to "pray continuously" and how we can have an open connection to God. I really enjoyed this book and it would be a great book to share with friends or a small group in order to improve everyone's prayer lives. I could see myself reading this book and over and over and seeing something new in it each time. It's a perfect guidebook for prayer. I had two favorite chapters in this book that really stood out to me and they were Chapter 12: Replace Worry with Prayer and Chapter 13: Praying for Others. These chapters really made me think and I gained information that will help me daily in my prayer life. I will definitely be recommending this book to my family and friends. I received this book from Baker Books in exchange for my honest review.

Top 50 Instant Bible Lessons for Elementary

I absolutely love this book! This book teaches about so many important Bible stories. Each of the 50 lessons includes interactive activities for children that help them to have a better understanding of the lesson. Some of my favorite features of the book were the tips on learning, development, behavior, and for volunteers. I also like that each lesson had a "Big Idea" which was the main focus of the story. As a Sunday School teacher, this book would be very beneficial to me and I would definitely recommend it to other teachers. I also love the reproducible pages that go along with each story. They seem to be of very good quality. I did find a couple of typos in this book. The first one was on page 33. At the bottom of the column, it says "on per child" when it should be "one per child." Also, on page 138, in the materials list, cooking supplies and sticky note pads runs together instead of being listed by separate bullets. There were also a couple of activities that I would personally skip. I was not a fan of the egg activities, but that would still not keep me from buying or recommending this book. I think this book is excellent for elementary students and the activities are age appropriate. This book would benefit the student as well as the teacher, because it is full of interesting topics and activities to help everyone grow in their spiritual journey. I received a digital copy of this book from Rose Publishing in exchange for my honest review.

The God and Me Bible-Ages 6-9(Girls Devotional)

The God and Me Bible is an excellent collection of Bible stories geared towards girls of ages 6-9. This Bible story book is divided into two sections: Old Testament and New Testament. The Bible stories are easy to read and understand and are age appropriate. After each Bible story, there are activity pages that test the reader's understanding of the information that they read. The activity pages are definitely my favorite element of this book. These pages offer a variety of different activities such as mazes, word searches, drawing, and much more. This makes the book more interactive and really helps the reader to better understand the stories and store the information to remember for years to come. I also really loved the colorful illustrations in this book. The pictures are very eye-catching and will be enjoyed by young children and adults alike. I think this would be an excellent book for a parent and child to enjoy together as a teaching/learning experience. This book is an improvement over some of the books I have seen on the market because of its interactive quality. I think children will benefit from this particular book because there are activity pages and not just stories. There is even a Bible quiz at the end of the book to test the children's overall knowledge of the book. This book is geared towards girls, but I think it would be great for boys aged 6-9 as well. I would highly recommend this book to families that have children of this age. It is great for home, Sunday School classes, and would be an excellent gift idea. I received a digital copy of this book from Rose Publishing in exchange for my honest review.

Under a Desert Sky by Lynne Hartke

CANCER. A word no family ever wants to hear. And yet, most families have dealt with cancer directly and know how devastating it can be. Under a Desert Sky is Lynne Hartke's cancer story. Hartke is a cancer survivor who also watched both of her parents suffer through this terrible illness. This book is hard to read at times, but it is so necessary. It is necessary to see cancer through the eyes of people who have experienced it firsthand. Hartke has a gift for writing that is evident throughout this book. It is rare that I have read a book that has touched me so much. I am so thankful that Lynne Hartke wrote this book and I got the chance to read it. Hartke reminds us that GOD is always there and can help us through the hard times, whether it be cancer or something else that we feel like we can't get through on our own. The truth is, we CAN'T do anything on our own....we must lean on Jesus and rely on him to get us through each day. Hartke reminds us of the comforting verse found in 2 Corinthians..."For momentary, light affliction is producing for us an eternal weight of glory far beyond all comparison..." This book inspires me and reminds me that I can't solve people's problems, but I can be there for them to help them through and share Jesus' love with them. This book is a must-read for everyone, whether you have dealt with cancer directly or not. I received this book from Revell in exchange for my honest review.

Gifts From Heaven by James Stuart Bell

Gifts from Heaven is a collection of true stories that inspire and remind us that God is always there for us and he hears our prayers. This book is a great read that reminds me of the Chicken Soup series. I enjoy books like this that have a variety of stories from a variety of different authors. There are 40 true stories in Gifts from Heaven and each one will uplift and inspire you. God speaks to us in miraculous ways if we just listen and these short stories tell of his awesome power and grace. This book is an easy, quick, enjoyable read that I think everyone would appreciate. I received this book from Bethany House in exchange for my honest review.

Sandpiper Cove by Irene Hannon

Love, romance, mystery, suspense, heartbreak, and hope...you'll find all this and more in the newest Hope Harbor novel by the talented Irene Hannon. Sandpiper Cove tells of the surprising and unexpected love story between police chief Lexie and ex-con Adam. This is a wonderful story of second chances. One of my favorite verses is Romans 8:28 and I love how the author touched on that verse on the last page of the book. God truly does work things out for the good for us in all situations! I look forward to reading more Hope Harbor stories in the future. I received this book from Revell in exchange for my honest review.

An Uncommon Courtship by Kristi Ann Hunter

What a sweet love story! An Uncommon Courtship is the story of Trent and Adelaide's surprising and unconventional romance. The couple deals with many struggles and trials on their way to developing a happy marriage. It is easy to get lost in this book which is the sign of a great book to me! I really enjoyed this book and would love to read more books by this author. I received this book from Bethany House in exchange for my honest review.