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“The Shifting Current” by Dani Pettrey

Posted on May 5, 2023 by EmpowerMoms

The Shifting Current JustRead Takeover + Review Blitz

Welcome to the Takeover + Review Blitz for The Shifting Current by Dani Pettrey, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

Title: The Shifting Current

Series: Coastal Guardians novella

Author: Dani Pettrey

Publisher: Gracie & Johnny Inc.

Release Date: May 2, 2023

Genre: Christian Romantic Suspense

An elusive killer. A false identity. A deadly maze of lies.

When Coast Guard Investigative Service Special Agent LOGAN PERRY’s beloved grandfather is murdered, Logan races to his hometown of Cauldron Creek, New Mexico to investigate the murder. His teammate and friend, EMMY THORTON, insists on joining him. Not a good idea—not when he loves her, but carries a secret that he knows will tear them apart.

Emmy knows Logan will pursue the investigation no matter the cost, and she won’t let the man she loves plunge into a dangerous situation alone. She needs to be at his side, even if he believes friendship is her only reason for joining him.

What looks like a robbery gone wrong rapidly shifts, drawing Emmy and Logan into a dizzying maze where nothing is as it appears. Every lead slips through their fingers as threats against them grow deadlier at each turn. Having only each other to rely on, their love for one another deepens, but will they live long enough to admit their attraction to each other?

They’re in the killer’s sights. One wrong move puts their future together and their lives on the line.

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MY REVIEW

This is a quick, easy to read novella story (less than 200 pages) to introduce the Coastal Guardian series.
Em, Logan and Tom are the main characters in this book and were very interesting to get to know. Steady pace and great suspense as Em and Logan try to solve his Grandfather Colt’s murder. I enjoyed reading this story and always appreciate when authors include an epilogue so friendships/relationships don’t feel rushed.
I’ve read other books by this author and books from the coastal guardians series and I have enjoyed them all! Highly recommend this clean suspense and romance novella and entire series. I received a copy of this book complimentary for blog and social media review. All opinions are my own.

About the Author

Dani Pettrey

Publishers Weekly, #1 Parable, #1 Amazon, ECPA, and CBA bestselling author, Dani Pettrey has sold nearly 800,000 copies of her novels to readers eagerly awaiting the next release. Dani combines the page-turning adrenaline of a thriller with the chemistry and happy-ever-after of a romance. Her novels stand out for their wicked pace, snappy dialogue, and likable characters (Publishers Weekly), gripping storyline[s], (RT Book Reviews), and sizzling undercurrent of romance (USA Today). She researches murder and mayhem from her home in Maryland.

Connect with Dani by visiting danipettrey.com to follow her on social media or subscribe to email newsletter updates.

Tour Giveaway

(1) winner will receive a “The Best is Yet to Come” mug, gourmet roasted coffee from NYC, and the full Coastal Guardian series including The Shifting Current in paperback!

(1) winner will receive a “The Best is Yet to Come” notebook, gel pens, and a paperback copy of The Killing Tide!

(1) winner will receive a “The Best is Yet to Come” vintage sign and a paperback copy of The Crushing Depths!

The Shifting Current JustRead Giveaway

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Windswept Way (Hope Harbor) by Irene Hannon

Posted on April 28, 2023 by EmpowerMoms

Another fantastic “Hope Harbor” novel! I’m pretty sure I have read all 9 books now upon release, although they can be read as stand alone books and not in order. I love that Charley, his taco stand, the seagull couple Floyd and Gladys, and 2 pastors Father Murphy and Reverend Baker all continue to join us for every Hope Harbor story.

I loved getting to know Rose, Ashley and Jonathan as they renovated the Edgecliff house together. I loved the imagery of the historic house and the love that Ashley had for Rose and the history of the house. I liked getting to know them and seeing them grow and stretch in their friendships with each other and with others in town.

I loved this sweet, contemporary romance fiction and highly recommend this series and author!

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

About the Book:
Buying a haunted house was never in Ashley Scott’s plans, but when an intriguing opportunity drops into her lap after a major setback, she finds herself trekking cross-country to Hope Harbor on the Oregon coast to launch a new life.

Wounded warrior Jonathan Gray isn’t sure what to make of the attractive woman on his reclusive older neighbor’s isolated property, but her presence is none of his business–until she enlists his help with an ambitious project. When Jonathan finds his interest in the new arrival becoming more personal than professional, however, his defenses go up. There’s no room in his life–or his heart–for romance.

Yet, as these three hurting people join forces to restore life, laughter, and love to a historic estate that has known too much sadness, they may also find healing, hope, and happiness for themselves.

Bestselling author Irene Hannon invites you back to Hope Harbor, where hearts heal and love blooms.

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About the Author
Irene Hannon is the bestselling and award-winning author of more than 60 contemporary romance and romantic suspense novels. In addition to her many other honors, she is a three-time winner of the prestigious RITA Award from Romance Writers of America. She is also a member of RWA’s elite Hall of Fame and has received a Career Achievement Award from RT Book Reviews for her entire body of work. Learn more at www.irenehannon.com.

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“Her Surprise Cowboy Groom” by Cathy McDavid

Posted on April 27, 2023 by EmpowerMoms

Her Surprise Cowboy Groom JustRead Blog Tour

Welcome to the Blog Tour for Her Surprise Cowboy Groom by Cathy McDavid, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

Title: Her Surprise Cowboy Groom

Series: Wishing Well Springs #4

Author: Cathy McDavid

Publisher: Harlequin Heartwarming

Release Date: April 25, 2023

Genre: Sweet/Clean Contemporary Romance

An instant family

Could change her plans!

Ambitious wedding dress designer Laurel Montgomery can’t afford to be distracted…especially not by easygoing cowboy Max Maxwell. Wrangling his three-year-old twin daughters, a rambunctious puppy and a fledgling business, Max has his hands full, too. But he also knows the value of going for ice cream and fishing with his girls. Can he show Laurel there are more important things than making it big—like love and family?

From Harlequin Heartwarming: Wholesome stories of love, compassion and belonging.

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MY REVIEW

I have read other Harlequin Heartwarming books in this series and books by this author and I always enjoy her interesting story lines, fun characters and clean romance.

I loved getting to know Max, Daisy, Addie, their dog Jelly, and Laurel. Both have had past relationships that make them cautious and broken. Both are hard working, driven, and passionate. I liked seeing their friendship compliment each other and grow.

I loved reading this last book in the “Wishing Well Springs” series with characters new and old for the last time. This sweet, clean, romance was fun to read, kept my interest, and made me wish I could be there for a wedding or glamping along side them!

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

About the Author

Cathy McDavid

NY Times and USA Today bestselling author CATHY MCDAVID is living her dream penning heart-stopping suspense thrillers for Harlequin Love Inspired Suspense and heart-touching family dramas for Harlequin Heartwarming.

Connect with Cathy by visiting cathymcdavid.com to follow her on social media or subscribe to email newsletter updates.

Tour Giveaway

(2) winners will each receive a Cowboy coffee mug, Starbucks gift card, print copy of A Secret Christmas Wish and How to Marry a Cowboy by Cathy McDavid, and author bling

Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight April 25, 2023 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on May 2, 2023. Winner will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of prize. US only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.

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“Expired Hope” by Megan Besing & Lisa Phillips

Posted on April 26, 2023 by EmpowerMoms

Expired Hope JustRead Takeover + Review Blitz

Welcome to the Takeover + Review Blitz for Expired Hope by Megan Besing & Lisa Phillips, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

Title: Expired Hope

Series: Last Chance Fire and Rescue #2

Authors: Megan Besing & Lisa Phillips

Publisher: Sunrise Publishing

Release Date: April 25, 2023

Genre: Christian Romantic Suspense

She battled every fire she ever faced.

He’s risking everything for the chance to belong.

Veteran and therapist Natalie Atkinson watched her Army career explode in her face. All she ever wanted was to help people carry their burdens. Seeking a new future in Last Chance County doesn’t start so well when she’s the one being rescued from a client’s burning house. To make matters worse, now she’s stuck evaluating the truck and rescue squads for the fire department. When the chief overhears why she left her last job, she’s determined to prove to him and her boss that she’s still the right therapist to assess his crew.

No matter if success takes everything she’s got.

Fire Chief Macon James is the right man for the job. He doesn’t need a therapist interfering with the running of his crew or putting his position in jeopardy when a counselor is what tore his family apart. He’s got to get his firefighters to be a team, and he can do it without Natalie’s help. After an explosion destroys her car, it quickly becomes clear she might need him as much as everyone thinks he needs her. If these two stubborn hearts will surrender, they could have everything they want.

Or it could all go down in flames.

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MY REVIEW

This was book 2 in the Last Chance Fire and Rescue series and it was amazing! I liked that characters from book 1 were also a part of this new story, but they can be read as stand alone book.

This book focused on Chief Macon and therapist Natalie who is called in to help his firefighter team become more unified.

Lots of action, clean romance, and heartache as the Chief and his team try to keep Natalie and the town safe from fires and danger. Both characters were brave, determined and had alot of demons from their past that they needed to work through in order to be better people.

I can’t wait to read more in this exciting new series. Once you start reading this book, you won’t want to put it down.

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

About the Authors

Lisa Phillips Megan Besing

Lisa Phillips is a USA Today and top ten Publishers Weekly bestselling author of over 50 books that span Harlequin’s Love Inspired Suspense line, independently published series romantic suspense, and thriller novels. She’s discovered a penchant for high-stakes stories of mayhem and disaster where you can find made-for-each-other love that always ends in happily ever after.

Lisa is a British ex-pat who grew up an hour outside of London and attended Calvary Chapel Bible College, where she met her husband. He’s from California, but nobody’s perfect. It wasn’t until her Bible College graduation that she figured out she was a writer (someone told her). As a worship leader for Calvary Chapel churches in her local area, Lisa has discovered a love for mentoring new ministry members and youth worship musicians.

Connect with Lisa by visiting authorlisaphillips.com to follow her on social media or subscribe to email newsletter updates.

Despite adoring happily-ever-afters, Megan Besing didn’t unlock a love for reading until her mid-twenties, which quickly expanded into writing. Her stories have won many awards, but her most cherished achievements are being a wife and mother. She lives in a pocket-size Indiana town, centered around extended family. She’s always planning a road trip with a view, yet her favorite place may just be on her front porch drinking tea.

Connect with Megan by visiting meganbesing.com to follow her on social media or subscribe to email newsletter updates.

Discover the world of Last Chance County at www.lastchancecounty.com.

Tour Giveaway

(1) winner will receive a paperback of Expired Hope and a $10 Gift Card to the Sunrise Shop!

Expired Hope JustRead Giveaway

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“Safeguarding the Witness” by Laurie Winter

Posted on April 24, 2023 by EmpowerMoms

Safeguarding the Witness JustRead Blog + Review Tour

Welcome to the Blog + Review Tour for Safeguarding the Witness by Laurie Winter, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

Title: Safeguarding the Witness

Series: The Protectors

Author: Laurie Winter

Publisher: ‎ Inspirational The Protectors Collection (Love Inspired Suspense)

Release Date: April 25, 2023

Genre: Christian Romantic Suspense

A treasure worth killing for…

Unless the bodyguard can protect them

Kayla Swartz’s return to Snowberry, Montana, has been a living nightmare. She found her estranged father murdered, and unless she retrieves some missing jewels, Kayla and her three-year-old sister could be next. With nowhere else to turn, Kayla entrusts their lives to bodyguard Nicholas Galanis. But is hiding at a remote cabin in the mountains their best chance to survive…or the perfect opportunity for an ambush?

MY REVIEW

This was a really good, steady pace, intriguing suspense that kept my interest from beginning to end. I liked the main characters Nicholas, Kayla, her mom and little sister.

This clean, action suspense had twists and turns as Kayla and Nicholas run from danger trying to figure out who killed Trevor and where the missing jewels ended up.

I really enjoyed it and can’t wait to read more books from the Love Inspired Suspense book line and from this author. I highly recommend LIS books because they are always action packed and always clean.

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

About the Author

Laurie Winter

Multiple award-winning author Laurie Winter is a true warrior of the heart. Inspired by her dreams, she creates authentic characters who overcome the odds and find true love. She keeps her life balanced with jogging and binge-watching true-crime shows. When not pounding the pavement or the keyboard, she’s enjoying time with her family, who are scattered between Wisconsin and Michigan. Laurie has three kids and one fantastic husband, all who inspire her to chase her dreams.

Connect with Laurie by visiting lauriewinter.com to follow her on social media or subscribe to email newsletter updates.

Tour Giveaway

(1) winner will receive a $50 Amazon gift card & signed copy of Safeguarding the Witness

Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight April 24, 2023 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on May 1, 2023. Winner will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of prize. US only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.

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