This is a wonderful story of feminine strength and blossoming love
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This is a wonderful story of feminine strength and blossoming love on the heels of ten years of hope.  Molly was kidnapped when she was only nine years old and survived with the help of Indian intervention.  She quickly learned to survive in that environment and was fortunate to be claimed by a kind man and mostly accepted by his daughters.  But as she grew to womanhood and was more favored by a certain brave, carose in her Indian family and she was traded to a cruel man.  Later, rescued, but still considered an indentured servant, she lost more time away from her family and her hope for a happy life.  Finally, after ten long years, she manages to return home only to learn the worst.  A handsome cowboy and former Texas Ranger happens by...a neighbor and former ranch hand she recognizes.  Life changes for both of them as Matt discovers his big and helpful heart and Molly learns to lean on others when she can and fill precious time living with happiness where you can find it.  Her independence and self-reliance served her well for many years, but it seems loving, accepting people have now come into he life.  But first, she must solve a mystery and learn the truth about the night she was abducted.  Loved this story.  Not a cliffhanger.  About 200 pages.  Will read more by this author.
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The story was beautifully written, weaving the two families together through tragedy and love. The power of God to take heart break and devastation and turn it into something wonderful and strong lifted my heart. A truly virtuous woman, Ruby had a strength and wisdom that belied her years. A true joy to read!
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As a spiritual person I look at every thing from the perspective of spirit. Although this book did contain some erotica it was not as explicit as some of the books I have read about lesbian romance. Throughout this book there was an underlying theme of love, in spite of, and because of. This book really spoke to my heart and was a wonderful illustration of love despite family, social norms, ridicule or shame. At the end of the day there is no force greater than love as love conquers all things.

Although the story was fiction it depicted the very real attitudes of those in the gay community who was struggling to come out of the closet and live their lives to the fullest. It also depicts those in the straight community who are unreasonable and are unable to explain why two people cannot express love one to another.

The storyline was very riveting and took a few twists and turns that I did not expect. As some other reviewers have pointed out there were some mechanical errors and a typo or two but it did not take away from the essence of what the author was trying to convey. Kudos to Shonda
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Take three generations of women from the same family, add in their problems and secrets, and mix it with the understanding, but at times unorthodox, support they give each other, and you have a heart-warming story from Pamela Duncan.  "Moon Women" is a solid 4 read.  If not for a slow start, which made me wonder if I should give it up, this would have earned a 5 from me.  Duncan weaves the story of life's lessons and the  need for ties between mothers, daughters, grandmothers and granddaughters.  By the end of the story, I loved each of these women, who started out like a portrait of dysfunction.  It also displays the strength of women who can forgive the men in their lives, and shows why this is oftentimes the best path to take.
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Having converted from the Protestant faith and being introduced to Mother Angelica from a U.S. Navy ship during my time with my Catholic religious studies mentor, I must say that this story was awesome and powerful. The story showed me that I must remain faithful and strong despite the powers of darkness that can surround us and even the Church.  I was moved at the strength that Mother Angelica showed forth with such dignity and such grace. Young men have been inspired by her strength and story.  I thank God for this wonderful woman who has touched my heart and faith.  I look at my own personal crucibles in life and humilitions  and it does NOT even come close to this "wonderwoman".  This book tells her story and wonders to come from her inspirations and work for the Greater Glory of God and His Blessed Mother.  God bless !!! Thank you Mother Angelica !
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From the first chapter, I was captured with reading this story. We start out following Valerie and her family as they go through a difficult financial situation, moving them across the country. It is clear there are difficult relationship dynamics among the family members, with a troubling past that is revealed slowly as the story unwraps. A series of events leads to amnesia and surrendering to the Lord for healing of the entire family, learning to trust Him alone.

I really enjoyed reading about this family and would love to read more as Shannon continues her series. Particularly seeing the stories behind several other characters, her daughter, sister and even the other ladies she meets in her journey. I really related to the characters in the story, loving how it slowly unwrapped what was truly going on.
It was an inspiring story and I particularly loved the discussion questions included at the back of the novel to unpack some of the thoughts it provokes. I would highly recommend this wonderful piece of fiction as it is uplifting and fun to read!
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I love how the sacred feminine energy is awakening even more deeply and fully on the planet at this time, and I thoroughly enjoyed this beautiful story filled with the Goddess energy set during the time of Atlantis.  This was a book I didn't want to put down.  Jodine Turner does a wonderful job of bringing her characters to life while taking you on a vivid journey into the life of Geodran, who is awakening to the Goddess's calling and stepping into her life as a priestess.  There was a nice balance of both the sacred feminine as well as the sacred masculine throughout the story that I found nourishing to my spirit; and plenty of suspense that kept me turning the pages to find out what happened next.  What a gift you have, Jodine, for telling a wonderful, engaging story.  I can hardly wait to read your next book!
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I really enjoyed M.A. Abraham's story, Aura. It is very powerful and deep tale of a young woman, Aura, who is very unhappy due to the lack of love she craves from her mother which is never freely given. This has repercussions in her dealings with facing her soul mate. She finds him in the distant past where she is transported back in time from the cave she takes refuge from the hurt heaped on her yet again by her Mother. She adapts and grows as she did all her life, she is strong, witty, but afraid to believe that love does exist.
Thorn is a highly respected warlord, a very strong and proud warrior, also very warm and caring. He has dreamed about his soul mate for some time and those dreams come true when he meets Aura. Despite the rough beginning, their relationship blossoms into love. Makes us believe that you have to really believe in something, never let go of the hope you hold strong, and only then it will become reality.
I strongly recommend this book, it is a journey of two people who complement each other and together they are whole. A story showing that loves transcends time and place.
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I'm in my 20's and this story resonates. A raw original voice of a woman who didn't settle. Brava! I don't want to give it away, but it's a love story. We always have to work on loving ourselves. We change everyday and so do others, this book is about the journey of letting go, change, and the life of an unexpected woman. A woman who has everything and felt she had everything but herself. Love Fiona's story, wit, and I'm dreaming of this chateau and imaging these funny french workmen and character Mr. Bruni.
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This is a wonderful story of romance, action, and fantasy. Esdelot is a admirable and powerful young prince/king-to-be who is equally strong as she is smart and sympathetic. Keziah is a clever and compassionate little witch who is stronger than she thought she was. We get to watch a beautiful love story unfold as these two women go on a journey to reclaim something they almost lost. For Esdelot, it's her right to the throne; for Keziah, it's her self-worth. We get to see the differences between healthy, loving relationships and abusive, manipulative ones. There are characters of different gender identities and sexual orientations throughout, and no one in the story bats an eyelash. There's also an interesting element of religion in the story, with Grandmother Moon and Grandfather Death as the main deities. My only complaint was that I wish it was a little bit longer and a little bit more descriptive. Overall, I'd highly recommend this book to those who want a memorable story with a diverse cast.
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Pick up this book and prepare to take a read through a garden in full bloom. It is a love story; tender and timeless, but also a life story.  As you wander through its pages, there are abundant blossoms of wisdom for you to look at and linger over, don't miss them. The plot is not your typical love story, thats for sure, but the love and energy that flows throughout is beautifully described, artfully worded, and worth the trip.  I feel as soul-nourished as if I had lived it.
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If you are a woman - lesbian, straight, or in-between - you owe it to yourself to read this beautiful love story about women. Or, even if you're man seeking to understand the nature of women, this book is a great place to start.
Though the story focuses on two particular women, it also speaks to the universal nature of women to want to give and receive love, to be cherished for who we are by another human being, and to share a nurturing life-long commitment with another human being. This story is about the quest of two wonderfully resilient women to find a relationship that includes all of these things. It's just a beautifully told love story about the unique and intimate experience of being a woman. The characters reminded me of my own friends, and even of myself. The events and situations, good and bad, happy and sad, were equally indentifiable. As I read this book, I felt as if I were sitting in a cafe with a female friend having a conversation about our lives while sipping on our mocha lattes. In the end, as I closed the book, I was sad to leave this fictional world which I understood so completely and in which I was so comfortable. But more than that, I felt satisfied and proud to be the "plethora" that is Woman.
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There are many kinds of love, as we are reminded in A Groovy Kind of Love.
From the first chapter, where our hero Thaddeus recalls his oldest memory, to the final ones, where he demonstrates his unwavering love for Spring Pearson, this book chronicles the many ways that we all give and receive love. Even when our hearts feel like breaking from the weight of the worlds sorrows, love in its various forms lifts us up and carries us forward, whether via acts of kindness, shared experiences with friends or traditional romantic love.
Above all, this story reminds us that love is everywhere, and impacts everything we do and feel. We are changed by love and our love has the power to change others. Sometimes it reveals itself when least expected, for which we need to be grateful.
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This is the first time I've done a review. I've never read this author before but when I picked up Blossom I could not put it down. There were times I loved the character Sarah for her strength and perseverance. Then other times I wanted to yell at her for being a doormat and letting others put their happiness before her own. In the end Sarah realized she had to take a stand to be with the one she loved. I can't wait to read Ms Grey's other stories in this series. This is a must read. Don't miss this wonderful story of a woman fighting her way back to a life filled with love
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I received a complimentary copy of this book from Barbour Publishing and was under no obligation to post a review. I have not ever read a book that touched me so much (beside the Bible) it brought tears to my eyes so many times while I was reading it. The story is about Tiffany and her life from a young child. It is a amazing story of a loving strong Christian family and their faith and trust in God and the battle for this young woman's life. How she follows God's plan for her life rather then her own. How many of us would do that. This book would make a great young women ladies bible study.
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This is a wonderful story of healing.  Three people come togeether to learn how to love and trust again after they have been betrayed by the ones they love most.  And by doing so, they become a family.  It is also the greatest fantasy to be reunited with a first love, and to see it the fantasies of first love can survive the realities of every day life.  Kristin Hannah is a wonderful story teller, and I plan to read more of her books!
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This story uplifted my spirits and helped me face my days with courage and hope. Jerusha is a woman that is strong in the face of hardships and discouragements, firm in her resolves, yet she is kind and her heart is tender.  She died much too young.  I was glad to read this story because I didn't know much about her and hardly anyone has ever heard of her.  A great read!