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I am a wife, mother and grandmother. I am a Christian and try to live as Jesus did.

Friday, August 28, 2020

The Price of Valor (Global Search and Rescue) book 3 by Susan May Warren

 I was blessed with the opportunity to read and review an ARC of The Price of Valor. I will say that for an ARC the editing was well done. There are about a handful of errors in the whole book.

I have read other books by Susan May Warren and even though it would be nice to have read these books in order, it really was suitable to be a stand-alone book. But, since I have read others, though not in this series, I recognized some of the characters from the previous series. 

At first, I wasn't sure I was going to like the book, but I changed my mind after just a couple of pages. I'm really not sure why I thought that, but I did truly enjoy the book. 

The characters were strong and well developed. The story flowed well, also. There was a lot of mystery and contemplation but the story was well developed and was wrapped up nicely at the end. It kept me guessing throughout.

This is a Christian book but it is not preachy at all. It shows how faith is developed and strengthened in a very good fashion. In fact, the words from the preacher in this book could be used for many difficult situations.

I give this book a 4 out of 5-star rating. A 4-star book is a very good book but not exceptional. Most books that I like are 3 star. I was given this book with no requirements. The review is my own and freely given.

Monday, August 24, 2020

Morning Star (Maidels of Morning Star #1) by Charlotte Hubbard (Goodreads Author)

I really enjoyed this book, Morning Star (Maidels of Morning Star #1) by Charlotte Hubbard.

The story was original and it flowed well. The characters were very well developed Some were very likable and others not so much.
The editing was well done also. I noticed a couple of minor errors but nothing that detracted from the book or my enjoyment of it.
I liked that this book actually took a look at some of the beliefs of the Amish in a critical way. It was a book that went a bit deeper into their beliefs. I do not believe as they do and this was very refreshing for me. I will not disclose the outcome of this deeper look but I appreciated the author's bringing it to light.
This book is listed as a Christian genre book. It is a very clean and easy read.
I was given a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review. The review is totally my opinion.

Thursday, August 13, 2020

Devyn's Dilemma (Thousand Islands Gilded #2) by Susan G. Mathis

  I was given a free copy of this book to read and review. The review is my own, freely given.

This book is the second in the series, Thousand Islands Gilded, but is a good stand-alone also. I did not read the first book and it had no effect on my enjoyment of this book.

This is a Christian book, but by no means is it preachy. It shows how living by faith is the best.
Devyn is the main character, of course, and this book tells her story from her point of view. She thinks back to when she was 10 years old and the problems she had and how they affect her life now. It tells of her fears and how she deals with them.
It is also a love story and a bit of mystery, nicely told.
There are a few main characters and all are nicely developed. Even the minor characters are well done.
The editing of this book was also well done. The biggest problem I had was that a few times there were words used that I did not recognize and the dictionary on my Kindle could not define them. That was slightly annoying but did not make a big impact on my enjoyment.
This was an easy read and I'm sure anyone that enjoys clean, faith-based, historical novels will enjoy this book. I rate it 4 out of 5 stars.

Wednesday, August 5, 2020

A Life Once Dreamed by Rachel Fordham

This is Rachel Fordham's third novel. It is the second one I have read. I really liked the first one, and this one is no exception. She is a very good writer. 
This novel focuses on the hard choices one has to make.  It is set in the late 1800's in the Black Hills of the Dakota Territory. There are two, well developed and thought out, main characters with 3 semi-major characters and then the background characters. The most major character is Agnes. The book revolves around her choices both those made in the past and those she is being forced to make.
The other main character is her life-long friend, James. He also has choices to make.
The three semi-major characters are Hannah, Minnie, and Sam. They really help build and fill out the story.
This is a Christian story, but it is not too much a Christian story. There is not a church they attend and not a lot is mentioned about their beliefs. It does mention that they read the Bible and pray. So, if you want more faith-based books you may be disappointed. If you want a good, clean, slightly faith-based, and not preachy book, this is one you won't be sorry you chose.
The story is one where you feel you know the ending, but the development is so good you really aren't sure if you are right or not. The story keeps you guessing until the very end.
I think you will be very happy if you choose to read this. It is for people that want a good, clean, historical fiction novel that keeps your attention throughout. I give this a 4 out of 5 star rating.
I was given a copy of this book to read and review through Revell Blogger Program. The review is fully my own opinion and is freely given.