Julie Klassen brings the reader back to the beautiful village Ivy Hill in The Bride of Ivy Green. At the end of The Innkeeper of Ivy Hill, I was eager to hear what would be next for Mercy and Jane. This one picks up those threads and creates a beautiful … Read More ›
In Mark of the Raven, Morgan L. Busse creates a new world full of gifts and realms. She does a wonderful job of taking the reader on a journey, far from the real world. Whilst I love fantasy novels, I get impatient for the action to start. It takes to … Read More ›
The captivating cover of Mind Games by Nancy Mehl caught me and I had to know the significance of that bench and those trees! Kaely Quinn is a fascinating character, multilayered and with a complex history. Opening with a creepy and disturbing poem detailing the upcoming deaths of several people … Read More ›
We are introduced to Sophie and Reinhold in the two previous novels which form part of this captivating series by Jody Hedlund. Whilst knowing their background is helpful, you can read Searching For You as a stand-alone. Sophie is equal measures of endearing and frustrating. I love her passion for … Read More ›
Today, I proudly welcome my mum and fellow book reviewer, Karren Hodgkins to the blog to jointly review a book we both thoroughly enjoyed and has led us into interesting discussions. Over to her: This is a must-read… there are words of wisdom on every page, based on true realities … Read More ›
The Daughters of the Mayflower series has become a definite favourite for me. My American history was decidedly lacking and this series has remedied that! The Liberty Birde by MaryLu Tyndall is a fantastic addition. In the midst of the war between the British and the Americans, Emeline finds she has … Read More ›
If you, like me, have tried to read the books of the Bible in a chronological order, you have probably had to flick about and research a lot! The power of reading the chapters in time sequence goes without question. It gives context to the happenings and integrates what happens, … Read More ›
Opening a Lysa Terkeurst book is always life-changing and mindset-shifting. It’s Not Supposed To Be This Way” takes it to a different level though. It’s emotionally rich, raw and so real. As I read, I felt Lysa’s pain, turmoil and struggles and I related! I haven’t walked her path but … Read More ›
Anticipating a detailed discussion of the gardens in the style of the Arts and Crafts Movement, I was surprised by the focus on architecture and home design in the first few chapters of Gardens of the Arts and Crafts Movement by Judith B. Tankard but I continued on, expecting the … Read More ›
Today the second Discovered by Love novella, Starstruck, by Carla Laureano hits digital shelves! At only $2.99, this one is a steal! I have read several of Carla’s other novels and just loved them so I can’t wait to tuck into this! From the back cover: Novelist Christine Lind has … Read More ›
As November is #CRPSawareness month, I have been reflected on all the aspects of my life that CRPS has affected. One key area has been my work. I knew I wanted to join my mom’s marketing business from the day she started it when I was eight years old! When … Read More ›