“Strands of Truth” by Colleen Coble

Posted on September 3, 2019 by EmpowerMoms


“Strands of Truth” by Colleen Coble
I am a big fan of this author so I was really excited to read this new book! Lots of suspense and clean romance all throughout this story kept my interest from beginning to end.

I found it interesting to read about Harper’s diving and biology work. Readers also got a glimpse into DNA results and how fascinating genealogy can be. The story plot also went back to the past a couple of times so readers could catch a glimpse into the lives of the women who played an important role in Harper and Annabelle’s lives.

Fast paced drama, murder, intrigue, and romance in Florida…Loved this book!

I received a copy of this book complimentary for blog and social media review. All opinions are my own.

Strands of Truth FB BanerAbout the Book

Book: Strands of Truth

Author: Colleen Coble

Genre: Suspense

Release Date: September 10, 2019

cover Strands of TruthHarper Taylor is used to being alone—after all, she grew up in one foster home after another. Oliver Jackson finally took her under his wing when she was a runaway teenager, and now Harper pours her marine biology knowledge into Oliver’s pen shell research. But she’s never stopped wishing for a family of her own.

So when a DNA test reveals a half-sister living just two hours away, Harper is both hopeful and nervous. Over warm cinnamon rolls, Harper and Annabelle find striking similarities in their stories. Is it just a coincidence that both their mothers died tragically, without revealing Harper and Annabelle’s father’s name?

Oliver’s son Ridge still sees Harper as a troubled teen even all these years later. But when Oliver is attacked, Ridge and Harper find themselves working together to uncover dangerous secrets that threaten to destroy them all. They must unravel her past before they can have any hope for the future.

Suspense, romance, and generational secrets meld in this engrossing new novel from USA TODAY bestselling author Colleen Coble.

 

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About the Author

colleen-coble-headshot-smallColleen Coble is a USA TODAY bestselling author and RITA finalist best known for her coastal romantic suspense novels, including The Inn at Ocean’s Edge, Twilight at Blueberry Barrens, and the Lavender Tides, Sunset Cove, Hope Beach, and Rock Harbor series. Connect with Colleen online at colleencoble.com; Instagram: colleencoble; Facebook: colleencoblebooks; Twitter: @colleencoble.

 

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Suspense, romance, and generational secrets meld in this engrossing new novel from USA TODAY bestselling author Colleen Coble.

Strands of Harper Taylor’s childhood are resurfacing—but will the truth save her . . . or pull her under? 

Harper Taylor is used to being alone— after all, she grew up in one foster home after another. Oliver Jackson finally took her under his wing when she was a runaway teenager, and now Harper pours her marine biology knowledge into Oliver’s pen shell research. But she’s never stopped wishing for a family of her own.

So when a DNA test reveals a half-sister living just two hours away, Harper is both hopeful and nervous. Over warm cinnamon rolls, Harper and Annabelle find striking similarities in their stories. Is it just a coincidence that both their mothers died tragically, without revealing Harper and Annabelle’s father’s name?

Oliver’s son Ridge still sees Harper as a troubled teen even all these years later. But when Oliver is attacked, Ridge and Harper find themselves working together to uncover dangerous secrets that threaten to destroy them all. They must unravel her past before they can have any hope for the future.

Suspense, romance, and generational secrets meld in this engrossing new novel from USA TODAY bestselling author Colleen Coble.

“Free-dive into a romantic suspense that will leave you breathless and craving for more.” –DiAnn Mills, bestselling author

“As always, Colleen Coble never disappoints. Strands of Truth is no exception. I was hooked from the first page. Trying to read this story slowly is impossible. Don’t be surprised when you find yourself flipping the pages in a hurry to find out what happens next! This one is for your keeper shelf.” –Lynette Eason, bestselling, award-winning author of the Blue Justice Series

“Colleen Coble’s latest book, Strands of Truth, grips you on page one with a heart-pounding opening and doesn’t let go until the last satisfying word. I love her skill in pulling the reader in with believable, likable characters, interesting locations, and a mystery just waiting to be untangled. Highly recommended.” –Carrie Stuart Parks, bestselling author of Formula of Deception

“Once again, Colleen Coble delivers an intriguing, suspenseful tale in Strands of Truth. The mystery and tension mount toward an explosive and satisfying finish. Well done.” –Creston Mapes, bestselling author

“Just when I think Colleen Coble’s stories can’t get any better, she proves me wrong. In Strands of Truth, I couldn’t turn the pages fast enough. The characterization of Ridge and Harper and their relationship pulled me immediately into the story. Fast paced, with so many unexpected twists and turns, I read this book in one sitting. Coble has pushed the bar higher than I’d imagined. This book is one not to be missed.” –Robin Caroll, best-selling author of the Darkwater Inn series

“It’s in her blood! Colleen Coble once again shows her suspense prowess with a thriller as intricate and beautiful as a strand of DNA. Strands of Truth dives into an unusual profession involving mollusks and shell beds that weaves a unique, silky thread throughout the story. So fascinating I couldn’t stop reading!” –Ronie Kendig, bestselling author of The Tox Files

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“Secrets Never Die” by Laurie Lewis *giveaway*

Posted on August 29, 2019 by EmpowerMoms


Tallie Brown’s life has never made sense. Raised in isolation by her mother, Julia, Tallie was dragged suddenly and without explanation from one third-world outpost to another until life normalized seven years ago when Julia took a position on a mountaintop in the Pacific northwest. But when Julia unexpectedly dies, Tallie uncovers clues suggesting that Julia had a secret life. Journalistic phenom Jackson James is still recovering from the devastating mistake that flatlined his promising career. Now he’s paying the price, working as the editor of a syrupy community rag in a posh D.C. suburb. But when the very man who destroyed him drops a tantalizing lead about a potential D.C. scandal, the reporter sees his chance for redemption and sets off to chase the story. Jackson’s investigation leads him to Cutler’s Ridge, a dying Virginia coal town, and directly into the path of the mysterious and beautiful Tallie. As these two mistrustful loners follow their leads, their stories begin to intertwine until they reach an alarming conclusion – something terrible happened in Cutler’s Ridge. As they doggedly pursue the story, the town’s cold reception spirals into threats and danger, proving that there are those who will stop at nothing to keep the past hidden forever –because secrets never die.





 
Laurie (L.C.) Lewis will always be a Marylander at heart—a weather-whining lover of crabs, American history, and the sea. She admits to being craft-challenged, particularly lethal with a glue gun, and a devotee of sappy movies. Secrets Never Die is Laurie’s twelfth published novel.
Her women’s fiction/romance novels include Love on the Line, (2019), Awakening Avery, (2018), Love on a Limb, (2017), Sweet Water, (2017), The Dragons of Alsace Farm (2016), and
Unspoken (2004), written as Laurie Lewis. Using the pen name L.C. Lewis, she wrote the five volumes of her award-winning FREE MEN and DREAMERS historical romance series, set against the backdrop of the War of 1812: Dark Sky at Dawn (2007), Twilight’s Last Gleaming
(2008), Dawn’s Early Light (2009), Oh, Say Can You See? (2010), and In God is Our Trust, (2011).
Laurie Lewis is a RONE Award Winner (The Dragons of Alsace Farm) and was twice
named a New Apple Literary Award winner in 2017 (The Dragons of Alsace Farm), and in 2018, winning Best New Fiction (Love on a Limb.) She is also a BRAGG Medallion honoree, and she was twice named a Whitney Awards and USA Best Books Awards finalist.
Laurie loves to hear from readers, and she invites you to join her VIP Readers’ Club, or contact her at any of these locations.

Julia heard the pleading in his voice, and finally she understood what her choices
had cost this man. As the casualties had mounted over the years, she had wondered if
protecting these secrets would all be worth the cost. Now she would never know. She
took a deep breath in preparation for another step, feeling another violent lurch as the
frayed lower rope broke free. Julia clenched the remaining upper rope, determined to
hold on, while dancing her feet along the remaining lower line in the hopes of finding
some support there. There was a momentary calm as she hung by a literal thread
above the jagged trees in the gorge. Looking at her horrified former colleague, she
quietly said, “Go. There’s nothing you can do. If you get caught here, it will all have
been for nothing.”
She watched a sorrowful acceptance slacken his face. His outstretched hand
lowered as he offered a few words of comfort. “I’ll watch out for Tallie.”
Julia jerked her head right, gesturing for him to go and leave her alone.
With a final nod, he turned and walked away without looking back.



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“State of Lies” by Siri Mitchell

Posted on August 28, 2019 by EmpowerMoms


“State of Lies” by Siri Mitchell

This was a thrilling, political suspense from beginning to end and I loved it! I couldn’t read it fast enough! Great characters, steady plot, lots of twists and constant suspense!

I liked Georgie, the wife of Sean, who months after he’s killed begins to question his accident and starts investigating and looking for clues. As she starts asking questions she finds out there’s more to the story than she ever imagined, especially when people start getting killed. She was a strong, interesting character who kept pushing to get answers and wasn’t satisfied with just ignoring right and wrong. She was a great mother to her son and they try to adjust to their “new normal” without her husband.

Clean fiction with some implied (not graphic) sex scenes between a married couple and some killing/violence (not graphic) throughout the story.

Highly recommend! I absolutely loved it and couldn’t put it down!

I received a copy of this book complimentary for blog and social media review. All opinions are my own.

About the Book:
The secrets of those closest to us can be the most dangerous of all.
Months after her husband, Sean, is killed by a hit-and-run driver, physicist Georgie Brennan discovers he lied to her about where he had been going that day. A cryptic notebook, a missing computer, and strange noises under her house soon have her questioning everything she thought she knew.
With her job hanging by a thread, her son struggling to cope with his father’s death, and her four-star general father up for confirmation as the next Secretary of Defense, Georgie quickly finds herself tangled in a political intrigue that has no clear agenda and dozens of likely villains. Only one thing is clear: someone wants her dead too.
The more she digs for the truth, the fewer people she can trust.
Not her friends.
Not her parents.
Maybe not even herself.

Purchase your copy here:

About the Author
Siri Mitchell is the author of 14 novels. She has also written 2 novels under the pseudonym of Iris Anthony. She graduated from the University of Washington with a business degree and has worked in various levels of government. As a military spouse, she lived all over the world, including Paris and Tokyo. Siri is a big fan of the semi-colon but thinks the Oxford comma is irritatingly redundant. Visit her online at sirimitchell.com; Facebook: SiriMitchell; Twitter: @SiriMitchell.

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2 new Fitness Walking Dance Strength DVDS by Gina Buber!! #DanceThatWalk #UptothebeatFIT

Posted on August 23, 2019 by EmpowerMoms

I discovered “Gina B” on youtube last year and love her fitness walking style and workouts, so I purchased 2 of her dvds on Amazon which I also loved! I love her upbeat personality and style! I just found out YESTERDAY, that she released 2 brand new workout dvds so I of course purchased that stat!

Here’s the dvd and purchase info if you want to get your workout copy too!

And don’t forget to check her out on youtube here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wm6Rex4kcvOVpqxNHeAqg/featured


Are you ready to walk yourself to a fitter, fabulous and more energized YOU?!

Aussie Gina B is back with DANCE That WALK 2 – another motivating, energetic low-impact walking workout for all ages and fitness levels!
With an extra 2500 steps, this time you’ll be pumping out over 7500 in 1 easy, 60-minute workout!

Short on time? We’ve included 2 x 35-minute express options to boost your step count and get sweating!

With easy to follow steps and a mix of dancing and walking – you’ll spend MORE time moving and LESS time learning!
Get ready for a brand NEW tracklist full of some Samba groove, swinging Jive, Disco classics and SO many more contagious beats!

It’s time to take the WORK out of workout! We’re so glad you’re here with us to step up a sweat, feel fitter and most importantly, BE happy, BE active and BE you!

PURCHASE YOUR COPY HERE:


Ready to feel amazing, look your best and NOT have to do yet another boring and uninspiring gym workout?!

Gina B is back with the NEW, Total Body Circuit 2 – the workout that motivates, is easy to follow and gets the results you’re looking for! Total Body Circuit 2 pairs the famous high-energy cardio workout with new low impact toning moves. The mixture of resistance exercise and uplifting dancing will have you burning calories and strengthening your body in no time without stepping foot in a gym!

This DVD contains an easy to use menu featuring 3 x Circuits to Burn Calories and Tone!
# Circuit Option 1 (67 minute workout): Total Body Circuit = Warm Up + Upper Body + Lower Body + Standing Abs + Cool Down
# Circuit Option 2 (35 minute workout): Upper Body Circuit = Warm Up + Upper Body + Cool Down
# Circuit Option 3 (35 minute workout): Lower Body Circuit = Warm Up + Lower Body + Cool Down
# Option 4 A bonus 12-minute standing abs workout to strengthen your core!

Each circuit has 4 x 5-minute rounds, alternating cardio and toning focusing on sculpting your upper and lower body. Define and strengthen your shoulders and back, get tank-top ready! Feel the booty burn, tone your legs and trim your thighs! And if you really want to feel the burn, we’ve added a bonus 12 minute, standing abs workout to get your core strong and sculpted!

Exercise should be exciting, not boring! This low-impact but effective workout delivers REAL results for REAL people of all ages and fitness levels. Get ready to sweat and step it out!

Equipment – Beginners: start with bodyweight or challenge yourself with a set of dumbbells depending on your level (2-10lbs/1-5kgs).

PURCHASE YOUR COPY HERE:

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“Deadly Intentions” by Lisa Harris

Posted on August 23, 2019 by EmpowerMoms


“Deadly Intentions” by Lisa Harris
This story had me on the edge of my seat from beginning to end. Lots of suspense, drama, and an interesting plot with great characters!

I liked how Caitlyn and Detective Josh work together to figure out the deaths of their colleagues and loved ones. Not knowing who to trust, even on the police force, make it difficult to work on their case and gather enough evidence to find the real killers.

I really enjoyed this thrilling story! Great christian suspense!

I received a copy of this book complimentary for blog and social media review. All opinions are my own.

About the Book:
Research scientist Caitlyn Lindsey is convinced that someone is taking out her team one by one. First, a friend and research partner was killed in a home invasion. Three months ago, her boss died in a suspicious car accident. Four days ago, another partner supposedly committed suicide. And now Caitlyn herself has miraculously survived a hit-and-run. Afraid for her life with nowhere to turn, she reaches out to one of the victim’s husbands, Detective Josh Solomon.

Though initially skeptical about Caitlyn’s theory, Josh soon realizes that the attack that took his wife’s life was anything but random. Now the two of them must discover the truth about who is after Caitlyn’s team–and what their end game is–before it’s too late.

In this nail-biting thriller, award-winning author Lisa Harris will have you believing that there’s no such thing as random.

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About the Author
Lisa Harris is a bestselling author, a Christy Award winner, and the winner of the Best Inspirational Suspense Novel from Romantic Times for her novels Blood Covenant and Vendetta. The author of more than thirty books, including The Nikki Boyd Files and the Southern Crimes series, as well as Vanishing Point and A Secret to Die For, Harris and her family have spent almost fifteen years living as missionaries in southern Africa. Learn more at www.lisaharriswrites.com.

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