Saving Grace (Safe Havens)
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Ladies had no rights. Rich men always won. Grace defended herself as best she could and love won out for a cattle drive cook.  Dottie k
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This book was so heart warming.  Any one that rescues dogs or any animals deserves a special place in heaven as far as I am concerned.  Thank you David and Debbie for what you have done.
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Love this book. Blaine is such a wonderful person. He is a vet with all sorts of strays. He sees Grace at the bar and she looks homeless. He feels the need to help her. She was in an accident and doesn't remember anything. The rough times she goes through to heal is a long and emotional one. He finally reaches her and is able to h e l.p. her through these times. Love his mom and sister. They are funny with their unexpected visits. The other men of the Saints and their partners are wonderful also. Love this adventurous book.
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This is a great, It  was a clean story I love the faith the characters had in God and believed  and depended on God in the problems that they had to deal with. A great job I recomendd this for anyone to read. I voluntarily accepted the  advancced  copy  of the book for a honest review
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I love Grace's endurance to get through all the traumatic events that have occurred in this series. She is very head strong and not afraid of most things. Grace has so much strength and love for family, friends, nature, and wildlife along with the will of survival.
In this story you will also find heartache, loss, and love, couldn't ask for more.
I really loved how this book also makes a person aware of the animal cruelty that is out there and gives a lot of info on it as well.
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This is another one that I became recently aware of. It is well worth reading for those of you who love Grace's books. I'm so glad it was available on Kindle.
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Susan May Warren has produced another great novel in the Montana Rescue series. For those readers who are new to the series, there is enough information given to provide the back-stories that will allow new readers to jump right in. The Montana Rescue series centers around a heroic team of search and rescue members.

The themes of grace and forgiveness are skillfully threaded in Gage and Ellas story in A Matter of Trust. Gage and his team are called to rescue Ellas missing brother and friend on one of the most dangerous peaks in Glacier National Park. Not only do they have to battle the elements in this dangerous setting, they have to fight personal demons from the past as well. Can Ella and Gage put past mistakes and hurts behind them long enough to work together? It will take both of their combined skills to not only stay alive but to provide a rescue of the missing snowboarders. As they work together, can they learn to forgive and trust again? Can they learn to trust God?

Not only did I enjoy Gage and Ellas story, my interest was peaked by hints at possible future storylines. I cannot wait to read more in this series.

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author/publisher. I was not required to write a review. All opinions expressed are my own.
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Kim Vogel Sawyer in her new book "Sweet Sanctuary" published by Bethany House takes us into the lives of Lydia Eldredge and Dr. Micah Hatcher.

From the back cover:  A Story of Hope and Love Set Against the Backdrop of World War II

Lydia Eldredge longs to provide sanctuary for her young son, Nicky. But a constant threat comes from Nicky's drug-addicted father, who wants the boy and seems willing to do whatever it takes to get him.

Dr. Micah Hatcher faithfully serves the immigrant population of Queens, New York. But under cover of darkness, he has a secret mission that challenges everything he thought he wanted out of life.

When Lydia and Micah's paths cross, they are suddenly wrapped up in each other's callings. Together, they seek a refuge of safety-for Nicky, for themselves, and for the needy people God puts into their lives. Amid turmoil and discord, can hope and love prevail?

Drug addiction, biological and non-biological parenting, Nazi Jewish atrocity and romance.  Wow, Ms. Sawyer has really combined quite a few topics for "Sweet Sanctuary".  Everyone's actions are either motivated by love or by a lack of love or pure selfishness.  Lydia is trying a provide a home for Nicky, Micah is trying to help others at his own personal risk.  Nicolai is a drug addict who only wants his son for the sole purpose of selling him so that he can have money for more drugs.  This is a book about family.  Everyone is either working to promote family or destroy it.  "Sweet Sanctuary" clearly shows us how a family should operate in times of trouble.  Well done!  This is also a great romance.  Lydia and Micah are just perfect for one another and it is great fun to go through their relationship with them.  Get ready for an exciting read that will keep you flipping pages.

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  Cupcakes from NYC's Magnolia Bakery delivered to your door every month. (Eat them all yourself or share!)
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Enter today by clicking one of the icons below. But hurry, the giveaway ends on April 29th. Winner will be announced at the "Sweet Sanctuary" Author Chat Party on 4/30. Connect with Kim, get a sneak peek of her next book, try your hand at a trivia contest, and chat with readers just like yourself. There will also be fun giveaways - gift certificates, books, and more!

So grab your copy of Sweet Sanctuary and join Kim on the evening of April 30th for a chance to connect and make some new friends. (If you haven't read the book - don't let that stop you from coming!)

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Disclosure of Material Connection:  I received this book free from Litfuse Publicity Group.  I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."
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My Review of The Harvest of Grace, book 3 of Ada's House series by Cindy Woodsmall

  This book was enjoyable for me, but I will admit that I had read book 1 of the Ada's House series several years ago and had never read book 2, so at times, I was a bit lost and confused.  I was able to figure most things out and it did come back to me from book 1.  There were many couples to keep up with in this book:  Sylvia and Elam, then Sylvia and Beckie, Cara and Ephraim, Israel and Ada, Grey and Lena, so it was hard to keep track of things at points in the book for me.

  I do love that the book spoke a great deal about grace and forgiveness and restoring of broken relationships, thus the title :  The Harvest of Grace.  I was a bit angry with Beckie and Elam in the story, to be honest, as I felt they did wrong to Sylvia in the way they came together.  I don't blame Sylvia for running off.  I also was a bit disturbed by the fact that Sylvia's father would shun HER!  She was actually leaving to try to avoid doing something wrong, and I felt that she got the short end of the stick on this deal!

  I could relate somewhat to Cara's situation in having to forgive a father who had abandoned her.  I have had some family relationships of my own that I have had to restore and repair thru forgiveness. It is not an easy task, and does require God's help, as the book shows.  I do recommend this book as a great piece of Amish fiction, but you might be advised to read the series of Ada's House in order.

About the Author
Cindy Woodsmall is the author of When the Heart Cries, When the Morning Comes, and When the Soul Mends.  Her ability to authentically capture the heart of her characters comes from her real-life connection with Amish, Mennonite, and Old Order Amish families.  A mother of three sons and two daughters-in-law, Cindy lives in Georgia with her husband.

To READ THE FIRST CHAPTER OF The Harvest of Grace:
click this link:  [...]

I received a copy of this book free from WaterBrookMultonamah.com for my unbiased review.
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When Jodi returns Sarah to her family, she is drawn to the simple life of the Old Order Amish.  Amazed at how well the Amish children take to her, the bishop offers her a temporary teaching position at their one-room school house - just until the Amish teacher is available.  Jodi moves in with Sarah's family during her teaching time and slowly begins to seek God once again after her sister's death.

This book is a wonderful story of God's redeeming love and grace.  How many times do we feel like God has forsaken us? Left us alone in our grief? Depression? Loneliness?  Beverly Lewis has reminded us that God has a reason and a purpose for everything we go through.

I received a complimentary copy of The Guardian from Bethany House Publisher for my honest review.
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The stories in this book are heart-wrenching and heart-warming.  Jim's ability to create pictures with words is phenomenal.  I found myself drawn to finding out more about the Kyle's and the sanctuary.  I have since visited this place they and the animals call home and I wrap myself in the peace and serenity that permeates the environment.  Jim and Donna Kyle are very special people that have provided a safe and tranquil setting for the lucky animals that are Home At Last.  Wonderful book and worthy organization for your charitable donations.
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The charming Rosemary Cottage on the beach offers Amy Lange the respite she needs to mourn her brother, Ben. Shes even thinking of moving her midwife practice to the Outer Banks community. Its always been a refuge for her and her family. She also wants to investigate Bens disappearance at sea. Everyone blames a surfing accident, but Amy has reason to wonder.

Coast Guard officer Curtis Ireland has lost a sibling too. His sister, Gina, was run down by a boat, leaving him to raise her infant daughter. If anyone knew who little Raines father was, Curtis could lose his beloved niece. Yet he cant help being drawn to Hope Beachs new midwife, Amy. He even agrees to help her investigate what happened to both Ben and Gina.

Can two grieving people with secrets find healing on beautiful Hope Island? Or will their quest for truth set them at odds with each otherand with those who will go to any length to keep hidden things hidden?

Rosemary Cottage by Colleen Coble was the second novel in the Hope Beach series. The plot line of the novel was interesting and contained elements of mystery, romance, and suspense. There were many twists in the story that I did not expect, and I was tied to the novel the whole time. The characters were fairly well developed and realistic and encountered unexpected circumstances and situations that helped them grow in their strengths and their weaknesses as they overcame them. I liked both Gina and Curtis, and I thought that they worked well together as they began to trust God again as well as one another as they sought to find the truth. Overall, I enjoyed this novel, and I look forward to seeing if Colleen Coble writes any more novels that include Tidewater Inn.

I received this novel for free from Netgalley.com in exchange for an honest review.
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Grace Beiler is a young girl when she is married to a cruel Amish man. She
 endures many hardships and a life built from fear. When she becomes
 a widow she is not free just yet as she knows her husbands brother will

be looking for her but she tries to begin a new normal life.

 She cannot imagine herself falling in love again. Her first priority is
 raising her autistic son, Abel. Seth Wise has his heart set on her and he
 his own ideas about relationships. He is the kind of Amish man that Grace
 can't help falling for but will her deep dark past keep her from him.

 MY THOUGHTS:

 Every now and then I like a book like this one. It is an easy read and not
 complicated in text. It was rather relaxing in the evening hours to devour
 this book.  At the very beginning  I wasn't sure It was going to keep my
 interest. The first few chapters seemed a little to simplistic. I kept going
 and soon was on the edge of my seat wanting to know the ending.
 I stayed up late one night just to find out what would happen. There were
 some big issues that could have been delved into deeper but overall it
was a good read for those wanting a quiet distraction.
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Another great book from Traci Hunter Abramson.  I love the fact that there is suspense with a love story.  I highly recommend her books. A great clean writer.
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When Grace Sings by Kim Vogel Sawyer is the second book in the Zimmerman Restoration series. It picks up where When Mercy Rain left off.  Alexa Zimmermann has opened a bed and breakfast in her grandmother's house in Arborville Kansas. She is determined to make a success of it and feel accepted by the community there.  She agrees to allow a long term boarder named Briley  Forrester, a reporter from Chicago to stay in her cottage but she is unaware of his motives for staying there.

Alexa's cousin, Anna-Grace is getting married and her future husband is fixing up a property not far from the bed and breakfast.  Anna-Grace wants to become familiar with the place she may be living and ends up staying with Alexa at the bed and breakfast.  Anna-Grace's presence brings out Alexa's insecurities and leads Briley on a path to uncover some hidden truths.

You can read a sample chapter here.

Visit Kim Vogel Sawyer's website here.

After I finished When Mercy Sings, I could not wait for the next book to be released.  When Grace Sings is a beautiful continuation of the Zimmerman Restoration Series.  This is a series by the way that you really do need to read in order and start with book one to get the complete story.  The story focuses on 4 main characters: Alexa, Anna-Grace, and Steven.  Throughout the story we learn about each one of these characters fears and deceptions and when all is known lives could be destroyed. But there is an underlying message that we should be focusing more on what God wants from our life rather than working to try to please other people and that things do not define our worth.

I liked this quote, " Because Briley, those people don't define your worth."

"Oh yeah? Says Who?"

"Says God."

I could not put When Grace Sings down.  I cannot wait for the last book to come out!

I would highly recommend When Grace Sings and other books by Kim Vogel Sawyer!

" For God so love the world that He gave his only begotten Son that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish , but have everlasting life." John 3:16

Disclaimer: I received a complimentary copy of this book in exchange for a fair and honest review I received no other compensation and all opinions are my own.  I am disclosing this in accordance to FTC regulations.
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I received a copy of Finding Grace as a gift for my birthday.  I couldn't put the book down when I started reading it.  I enjoyed the book very much.  Kathy is a talented author and I look forward to reading more of her books as she writes them.
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The latest in the Manor House mysteries and a new author for me. I will be reading the series as I became interested in the back story. I read it as a standalone and was able to follow the current story. Grace has been named the heir to Bennett Marshfield fortune. Her sister has been released from jail and his demanding a third of the fortune for herself. Grace is a silent partner with her roommates. The group has purchased a building to rejuvenate the Amethyst Cellars. Inspecting the building, they find a body of a middle-aged woman. Grace begins to asked questions and discovered a hidden secret that is doing the bank a lot of damage. I highly recommend this book.

I received a free copy from Berkeley Publishing through NetGalley for an honest review. I would like to thank them for this opportunity to read and review the book. The opinions expressed are my own.