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MY REVIEW:
This story was thrilling and kept my undivided attention from beginning to end. I was a little disappointed with the lack of closure at the end of the story but was excited to learn that there will be another book continuing Nicole’s story. (There’s a sneak peek of book 2 at the end of the ebook)

This story had lots of suspense and drama. There are some sensitive themes in this book like physical abuse and kidnapping but nothing graphic. I loved all the characters like Gage, Holden, Daniel, Nicole.

The authors note at the end is also worth reading. She asks readers two questions which are the core of the book and honestly I don’t know how I would answer them. I really enjoyed this thought provoking story. I can’t wait to read book 2!

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

Welcome to the Blog Tour & Giveaway for Vigilant, the first book of The Night Guardians series by Sara Davison, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

ABOUT THE BOOK

Title: Vigilant

She must choose between the man who represents the law and the one who may have taken it into his own hands.

Neglected by her parents for most of her life, Nicole Hunter keeps everyone, especially men, at arms’ length. So when Attorney Gage Kelly walks into the diner where she is waiting tables one evening, she fights her attraction to him with everything she has.

Gage and his brother Holden grew up in an abusive home, and Gage has baggage of his own. But the connection between him and Nicole is too strong to ignore, and Gage manages to convince them both that their relationship is worth the risk.

Then children begin disappearing in the night.

When Detective Daniel Grey starts to close in on the child snatcher, and enlists Nicole’s help, she faces her deepest fear. Everything and everyone she has clung to so tightly could be ripped from her, leaving her completely alone.

Except for one.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Sara Davison is the author of the romantic suspense novel, The Watcher, the romantic suspense series, The Seven Trilogy, and the suspense novel, Vigilant, book one of The Night Guardians Series. She has been a finalist for eight national writing awards, including the Word Award for Best New Canadian Christian author, a Carol, and two Daphne du Maurier Awards, and is a Word and Cascade Award winner. Sara has a degree in English Literature and currently resides in Ontario, Canada with her husband Michael and their three children, all of whom she (literally) looks up to.

CONNECT WITH SARA: Website | Facebook | Twitter

TOUR GIVEAWAY

(1) winner will receive a copy of Vigilant and $25 Amazon Gift Card!

Be sure to check out each stop on the tour for more chances to win. Full tour schedule shown below. Giveaway will begin at midnight June 4, 2019 and last through 11:59 PM EST on June 17, 2019. Winner will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of prize. Open to US/CAN residents!

Giveaway is subject to the policies found here.

I was unaware that this book was part of the “Jonquil Brothers” series, but it can be read as a stand alone story.

I laughed and cried during this sweet Regency Romance. I loved the main character Sarah and her strong character and her determination to show Harold what a great man he was and could be. Throughout the story we read about Harold’s other brothers and his relationship with them and his struggle with being content as a Vicar.

I enjoyed this story although I wish I had read other books in this series to get more character development. I received a copy of this book complimentary for blog and social media review. All opinions are my own.

About the Book:
Young love is all too fleeting, as Harold Jonquil painfully discovered years ago when Sarah Sarvol, the niece of a neighboring landowner, captured his heart. After an idyllic few weeks in the throes of blossoming love, reality intervened. They could have no future. Following their disastrous parting, Harold attempted to push aside thoughts of love and regret, but Sarah has never left his heart. Now, years later, he has achieved his lifelong aspiration of becoming the local vicar. However, the role proves more difficult than he imagined. He feels hollow and uninspired—until the most important person in his past returns, challenging him as no one ever has.

When Sarah’s ailing uncle summons her back to the family estate in England, there is only one person from her past she is reluctant to see again: Harold Jonquil, the only man who has ever claimed her heart. But when she comes face-to-face with her former beau, she hardly recognizes the aloof and dull man before her. She is determined to help Harold rediscover the passion he once felt toward his chosen profession. Soon, despite their exasperation with each other, they cannot deny the stirring of feelings long buried—but is it too late for second chances?

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The Reluctant Guardian (Love Inspired Historical) by Susanne Dietze

This book had an interesting plot full of mystery and historical intrigue about smugglers and spies. The story also included some clean regency romance. I loved Gemma’s relationship with her two nephews, her determination, wit, and her banter back and forth between Tavin. Fun story, great characters, very well written-I really enjoyed it!

I was sent a copy of this book as part of the Just Read Blind Tour blogger program. I received a copy of this book complimentary for blog and social media review. All opinions are my own.

About the Book:
Under the Spy’s Protection

When Gemma Lyfeld inadvertently interrupts a dangerous smuggling operation in her English village, she’s rescued by a mysterious Scottish spy. Now with criminals after her and her hopes for an expected marriage proposal recently dashed, she will make her society debut in London. But not without the man tasked with protecting her…

Covert government agent Tavin Knox must keep Gemma safe from the criminals who think she can identify them—a mission he never wanted. But as he escorts her and her rascally nephews around London, the lovely English lass proves braver than he ever imagined. Suddenly, the spy who works alone has one Season to become the family man he never dreamed he’d be.

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Living Lies (Harbored Secrets Book #1) by Natalie Walters

Great story, great characters and a steady interesting plot! I really enjoyed book 1 in this new series. This story had suspense, mystery, romance and dealt with some tough topics like depression, suicide and mental illness. I felt like the author did a great job addressing these tough topics and how people can lie or keep their struggles and conditions hidden from others.

I absolutely loved the talk that Ms. Byrdie gave Lane towards the end of book about seeing her worth and flaws the way that God sees her. I enjoyed getting to know the characters in the small town of Walton GA and can’t wait to read book 2 that’s coming out in November.

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

About the Book:
In the little town of Walton, Georgia, everybody knows your name–but no one knows your secret. At least that’s what Lane Kent is counting on when she returns to her hometown with her five-year-old son. Dangerously depressed after the death of her husband, Lane is looking for hope. What she finds instead is a dead body.

Lane must work with Walton’s newest deputy, Charlie Lynch, to uncover the truth behind the murder. But when that truth hits too close to home, she’ll have to decide if saving the life of another is worth the cost of revealing her darkest secret.

Debut novelist Natalie Walters pulls you to the edge of your seat on the first page and keeps you there until the last in this riveting story that will have you believing no one is defined by their past.

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“Living the Parables: Applying Christ’s Teachings to Our Lives” by Hank Smith & Kathryn Jenkins

I have read other books by Hank Smith, so I was looking forward to reading this one. The author states in his introduction: “The parables of Jesus Christ will help you with your problems. They can bring the solutions and the peace you are seeking…The Savior never did anything on a whim of by accident.” The author wrote this book in hopes of giving readers insight into the four Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke and John), why Jesus spoke in parables, and how they can help us today.

Chapters in this book include; What are Parables and why did Jesus use them?, Loss and Redemption: What was lost is found, Love Forgiveness and Repentance: Three things everyone needs… to name a few.

Very easy to read and very well written with lots of references from the scriptures and from our Apostles and Prophets teachings. This book is a WONDERFUL reference tool-I highly recommend getting it! I enjoyed the chapter about Love, forgiveness and repentance since I need to work on those qualities the most.

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

About the Book:
As the world’s greatest teacher, Jesus Christ used His skills as a storyteller to teach and inspire His followers. The parables of Christ contain a wealth of guidance, but the deeper meaning of His words can sometimes be difficult to decipher. Now, best-selling authors Hank Smith and Kathryn Jenkins—known and loved for their ability to approach gospel topics in a clear, light, and understandable way—take a careful look at the finer points of the Savior’s stories. They uncover the profound spiritual lessons hidden within and illustrate practical and accessible application for our day. In Living the Parables: Applying Christ’s Teachings to Our Lives, readers are presented with commentary from generations of Church leaders and religious scholars, as well as modern-day interpretations of the underlying significance of each account. This volume will inspire followers of Christ to draw on the power of His Atonement by embracing a deeper understanding of His parables.

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