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The Pursuit of Miss Parish: A Victorian Harvey Girls Romance (Aprons & Veils) by Grace Hitchcock

MY REVIEW:
I can’t get enough of this Aprons and Veils series! I love hearing about The Harvey House girls adventures and hope there will be more in this series!
I have read book one and although the main character of that book is mentioned in this book two, they can both be read as stand alone books.
I loved reading about the adventures of Belle as she navigates her new life in New Mexico as a mail order bride. She only has one friend so she doesn’t know who is a new friend and who is a foe in her new town.
Colt Lawson is the other main character and as we get to know him throughout various chapters, I started hoping the two of them would end up together.
This clean, historic story is about love, adventure, second chances and having faith. Highly recommend. I loved it!
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book. All opinions and views expressed are my own.

ABOUT THE BOOK:
With dreams of love and a hope for belonging, shy Belle Parish leaves her position as a maid in Charleston to travel to New Mexico with her best friend to become mail-order brides. Colt Lawson’s letters hold great promise and while his devilishly handsome face matches his picture, something does not add up. Discovering his lie only moments before they wed, Belle flees the church and straight into the Castañeda Hotel Harvey House. Giving up the prospect on ever marrying, she dons her nun-like uniform and focuses on her role as a Harvey Girl waitress until a strong Texas Ranger rides into her life.

Colt Lawson didn’t want to send that letter to Belle Parish in the first place, but her first response had all but captured his heart. When he is left standing at the altar alone, he is left with two choices—either release his dream of a love marriage, or attempt to win her heart. Wooing her would be a lot easier if that Texas Ranger wasn’t back in town. Who wants a dusty rancher with a past when she could have a shining knight in a Stetson?

Welcome to the Blog + Review Tour for Hunted at Christmas by Dana R. Lynn, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

Title: Hunted at Christmas

Series: Amish Country Justice

Author: Dana R. Lynn

Publisher: Love Inspired Suspense

Release Date: September 26, 2023

Genre: Christian Romantic Suspense

Wanted by a bounty hunter.

Chased by a killer.

When single mother Addison Johnson is attacked by a hit man, she learns there’s a price on her head. And Isaiah Bender—the bounty hunter hired to track her down for crimes she didn’t commit—is her only hope for survival. Protecting Addison and her young son from armed assailants means seeking refuge in Amish country. But when their holiday hideout is discovered, can he clear an innocent woman’s name and keep her alive?

From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.

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more Amish Country Justice series titles

MY REVIEW

I have read most, if not all of the Amish Country Justice series by this author and I love her books!!
They have great action and suspense with likable characters and interesting storylines that keep my interest from beginning to end. I liked getting to know the main characters, Addie and her son Oliver, along with bounty hunter Isaiah.
Isaiah‘s extended family members mentioned in this book are characters from other books, so that was fun to make that connection. Although this is a series, they can all be read as stand alone books.
“Hunted at Christmas” had plenty of action as Addie, Oliver, and Isaiah are all running for their lives against contracted killers as they try to figure out who wants to kill Addie and why. Twists and turns, clean Amish fiction with light romance. I really enjoyed this story and highly recommend this book and any books in this series!

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book. All opinions and views expressed are my own.

About the Author

Dana R. Lynn is an award winning author of romantic suspense and Amish romance who believes in the power of God to touch people through stories. Although she grew up in Illinois, she met her husband at a wedding in Pennsylvania and told her parents she had met her future husband. Nineteen months later, they were married. Today, they live in rural Pennsylvania and are entering the world of empty nesters. She is a teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing by day and writes stories of romance and danger at night. She is represented by Tamela Hancock Murray with the Steve Laube Agency. Dana is an avid reader, loves cats and thinks chocolate should be a food group.

Connect with Dana by visiting danarlynn.com to follow her on social media and sign up for email updates.

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(3) winners will win a $10 Amazon gift card, a pen and a mug!

Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight September 27, 2023 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on October 4, 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 for pen & mug. Egift card only in case of CAN winner. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.

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“Revelation Is My Flashlight” by Sierra Wilson (Author), Danika Runyan (Illustrator)

This poetic kids book about revelation is easy to understand with beautiful pictures. My 13 year old son and I really enjoyed reading it together. He said he liked that it was “to the point” and he also enjoyed the pictures.

One of our favorite pages said this:
“reading from the scriptures
helps my flashlight glow.
The words of Christ teach me
the things I need to know.”

At the end of the book are learning resources for families which are awesome for family home evening lessons, primary lessons or just further discussion with the kids.

It includes: What is revelation? How does revelation come? What can we do to prepare to receive revelation? Also includes a list of scriptures about revelation, general authority quotes, discussion questions, and an activity idea.

This hardback book would be perfect for any family of any age! We really enjoyed reading it together. I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this ebook. All opinions and views expressed are my own.

About the Book:
Sometimes life feels like the night. I can’t see where to go. But God gave me a special tool to help me see and know. The tool is revelation. It’s like a shining light. The Holy Ghost points the way, showing me what’s right. Equip children of all ages with the knowledge that no matter how dark life might seem, all they need to do is follow the guiding light of the Holy Ghost and the revelation that can be found in Christ’s teachings. This inspiring poem together with engaging illustrations are accompanied by question prompts, learning activities, and words from General Authorities to guide further discussion of the blessings of revelation.

About the Author:
Sierra started talking early and has been a storyteller ever since. She loves to teach and work with children, and this love has shaped her life from working as a high school English and history teacher and children’s art teacher to serving as a church children’s leader and a mother. Sierra is passionate about writing, art, hiking, family, and eating entirely too much chocolate. She currently lives with her husband, four kids, two cats, two fish, and a bearded dragon in Alberta, Canada.

Keep in touch and learn more at http://www.sierrawilsonauthor.com/ or on social media.

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Welcome to the Blog + Review Blitz for Expired Vows by Laura Conaway and Lisa Phillips, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

Title: Expired Vows

Series: Last Chance Fire and Rescue #4

Author: Laura Conaway & Lisa Phillips

Publisher: Sunrise Publishing

Release Date: September 12, 2023

Genre: Christian Romantic Suspense

Fire. Family. Faith.

Last Chance Fire and Rescue

She sees the promise of freedom. He vowed to always be the hero.

EMT Trace Bently came back to Last Chance County to escape his past. After the loss of his wife, he gave up a promising career as a police officer for the chance to save lives every day as part of the Fire Department. When a hostage situation demands the help of a local counselor, Trace realizes the past he left behind has found him. He’s being given a second chance to save the life of someone he cares about.

If he can face the grief he buried.

Family Counselor Kelsey Scott has to secure this grant or admit failure. She can’t afford to lose any more pieces of the life she wants because of her own choices. When Kelsey becomes the target of a series of dangerous attacks, Trace steps in determined to protect his wife’s best friend. This hero breaks down all her resistance, but Kelsey can’t risk her own heart.

Even if it’s what will set them both free.

Another thrilling installment in the Last Chance Fire and Rescue series.

PURCHASE LINKS: Goodreads | Amazon | Barnes & Noble | Bookshop | BookBub

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MY REVIEW

Expired Vows is book 4 and the final book in the Last Chance Fire and Rescue series. I have read all of them and have really enjoyed them!

I like that the other characters from previous books are still a big part of this story as well. This book and series has nonstop action, clean suspense and romance. There are twists and turns, danger and lots of emotions.

The main characters Trace and Kelsey are reunited after both being called into a hostage situation case.  Trace has previous heartache to work through and Kelsey has health problems which sometimes get in the way of her life and work. I liked seeing them work together and protect each other.

Once you start reading, you won’t want to put this book down! Highly recommend!

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book. All opinions and views expressed are my own.

About the Author

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

Laura Conaway grew up in the suburbs of Pennsylvania as an avid reader and writer while making every adventure a mystery to solve like Nancy Drew. As a former school librarian, she’s always on the hunt for the next best read but now spends her time creating stories that leave readers on the edge of their seat with a healthy dose of suspense and happily ever afters. When she’s not typing away or inhaling sweet potato fries to motivate writing, Laura spends her time playing violin and guitar and sharing about the Greatest Story ever written.

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

Tour Giveaway

(1) winner will a print copy of Expired Vows and a $10 gift card to the Sunrise Shop

Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight September 13, 2023 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on September 20, 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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