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Series: The Golden Matchmakers Club #3

Author: Tara Randel

Publisher: Harlequin Heartwarming

Release Date: August 23, 2022

Genre: Contemporary Romance (Sweet/Clean)

This city girl…

Could be his perfect match!

Adam Wright is ready to stop nursing his broken heart and give in to his family’s matchmaking. He knows lively marketing exec Carrie Mitchell wants to return to New York, but he’s showing her all small-town Golden has to offer…including himself. When his ex-fiancée arrives, it could scare Carrie away, or it may be a chance to heal past hurts…and share his small-town dream with her!

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MY REVIEW

This was a fun heartwarming story to read and I really enjoyed it!

The element of The Golden Matchmakers Club was an enjoyable side element that definitely added to the story. A group of seniors from Golden Georgia would meet together to discuss who their next matchmakers project should be… and lucky for Adam and Carrie they decided on them for this story.

Adam and Carrie already have a friendship since they see each other at the same coffee shop daily, but both are holding back because of past hurt and betrayals. They begin to work together to market Golden and show tourists what their quaint town has to offer vacationers. Between working together and being thrown together by The Golden Matchmakers Club-these two didn’t stand a chance! LOL

Lots of laughs, some family & ex drama, clean romance, and lots of ambition. I really enjoyed both main characters and their drive and determination to be productive at work and to help others. I recommend this heartwarming read and can’t wait to read more from this author!

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

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Tara Randel is an award-winning, USA Today bestselling author. Family values, a bit of mystery and, of course, love and romance, are her favorite themes, because she believes love is the greatest gift of all. She writes for multiple genres, including romance, mystery and Women’s fiction.

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

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TOUR GIVEAWAY

(1) winner will receive an autographed print copy of Stealing Her Best Friend’s Heart and Her Christmastime Family, a festive fall mug and towel, and a $25 Amazon Gift Card.
(1) additional winner will receive a $10 Amazon e-Gift Card.

Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight September 19, 2022 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on September 26, 2022. 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. Gift card open internationally. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.

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Series: Hope Crossing #1

Author: Mindy Obenhaus

Publisher: Love Inspired

Release Date: August 23, 2022

Genre: Christian, Contemporary Romance

She came home to make things right

Will she be given a second chance?

Gloriana Prescott has returned to her Texas hometown to make amends—even if the townsfolk she left behind aren’t ready to forgive. But when her mother’s ranch manager, Justin Broussard, is tasked with saving the struggling rodeo so his teen daughter can compete, Gloriana sees a chance to prove she’s really changed. But can she prove to Justin, and the town, that she’s trustworthy?

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MY REVIEW

Gloriana returning to her Texas hometown to make amends is met with reluctance and skepticism by many of her family members and neighbors. As Justin, Francie, Bill, Charlene and others see her attempts to be a better person and apologize for the past, things start to finally look up for her.

I liked reading about the revival of the annual rodeo and how hard Gloriana and Justin had to work together to make it successful, along with them helping Francie after her surgery.

Lots of different family dynamics, emotions and trying to move forward from the past with forgiveness and love. I enjoyed reading this Love Inspired inspirational clean romance.

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

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Award-winning author Mindy Obenhaus is passionate about touching readers with Biblical truths in an entertaining, and sometimes adventurous, manner. She lives on a ranch in Texas with her husband, two sassy pups, countless cattle, deer and the occasional coyote, mountain lion or snake. When she’s not writing, she enjoys spending time with her grandchildren, cooking and watching the Hallmark Channel.

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

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TOUR GIVEAWAY

(1) winner will receive a signed copy of The Cowgirl’s Redemption and $20 Amazon gift card.

Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight September 7, 2022 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on September 14, 2022. 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 except books available internationally. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.

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Series: Brand of Justice #1

Author: Lisa Phillips

Publisher: Two Dogs Publishing&nbsp

Release Date: August 25, 2022

Genre: Christian Suspense

The FBI betrayed her. Now they need her.

Private Investigator Kenna Banbury lost everything two years ago at the hands of a serial killer. From the ashes of that encounter, she’s built a life she believes in, searching for the lost and forgotten all over the western US.

Bringing her own brand of justice.

When a series of murders drags her into an FBI investigation, Kenna finds herself back in the place where it all went wrong. Struggling to make sense of the case, Kenna’s past and present collide in a deadly plot that risks another betrayal and threatens to shatter everything she’s built.

Kenna faces the ultimate test in this first book of a brand-new series from Lisa Phillips.

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MY REVIEW

Wow!! I almost didn’t finish this book because it was alot more graphic than I thought a Christian suspense story should and would be. Thankfully, this story didn’t include the killers point of view though.

Kenna escapes from the hands of a serial killer only to be dragged back into the FBI world after 2 years. She still faces traumatic memories of her injuries, being tortured and what happened that tragic night.

As readers we follow her PI journey of discovering  multiple murders all throughout this story; so all the death, torture, blood and loss was giving me major anxiety and was very upsetting.  Like I said, it was alot more detailed than I thought a Christian book would include. Lots of triggers and emotions in this book.

I kept reading because I wanted to see if anything would develop between Kenna and Jax and if they would catch the killer. Lots of drama of cat and mouse with many twists and turns. Be prepared for this to be a hard, emotional read; but once you start reading, you won’t want to stop this thrilling story!

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

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

USA Today and Publisher’s Weekly Bestselling Author Lisa Phillips is a British ex-pat who grew up an hour outside of London. It wasn’t until her Bible College graduation that she figured out she was a writer (someone told her). Since then 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.

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

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TOUR GIVEAWAY

(1) winner will receive a signed hardcover copy of Cold Dead Night and merch including a custom pen and chapstick.
(3) additional winners will receive an ebook copy of Cold Dead Night.

Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight September 5, 2022 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on September 12, 2022. 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 except books available internationally. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.

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Title: The Forever Farmhouse

Series: Hometown Brothers #1

Author: Lee Tobin McClain

Publisher: HQN Books

Release Date: September 6, 2022

Genre: Sweet Contemporary Romance

When Ryan Hastings first came to Teaberry Island, he was a troubled teen on his last chance. He’s returning as a renowned scientist, checking in on his widowed foster mother. But one thing hasn’t changed—Ryan’s feelings for the girl next door whom he loved…and left. Mellie Anderson has a son now, and a good life that Ryan believes he’s still too damaged to share. But he knows he can help young Alfie, who’s getting picked on at his new school.

Mellie is grateful her gifted son is getting extra support, and torn about where it’s coming from. Ryan has no idea he’s Alfie’s father. No matter how valid her reasons were, could Ryan ever understand why she didn’t tell him? But in this close-knit community, friendship and forgiveness are always near at hand, and forever love might be waiting just next door.

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MY REVIEW

I really enjoyed this book! It was probably one of my favorites so far and I’ve read alot of her books.

Mellie, son Alfie, Ryan and Betty were the main characters and I loved getting to know each one and their personalities and struggles. Ryan was one of Betty and Wayne’s foster kids who had an extremely difficult childhood. Living on the Island with them changed him and made him into a successful scientist and man. Ryan struggles with feelings of self worth and belonging throughout the book but comes to realize that family and love can help heal him. Mellie and son Alfie become a big part of Ryan’s life and I liked seeing their relationship develop over the story. Betty is struggling as a new widow and finding her place in the world with finding a new normal and navigating thru her grief.

All of the characters were relatable with daily struggles and I liked how they worked together as family, neighbors, and friends to serve and help each other. Great characters, easy to read story line with clean romance and drama. Highly recommend this fun Hometown Brothers read!

I hope her future books will include Betty, Charlie, Cody and Luis because I’m not ready to say goodbye to those characters included in this story.

ALSO AVAILABLE

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Connect with Lee by visiting leetobinmcclain.comto follow her on social media or subscribe to email newsletter updates.

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TOUR GIVEAWAY

(1) winner will receive a print copy of The Forever Farmhouse, a cute tabletop farmhouse decor piece, and a $25 Amazon gift card!

Be sure to check out each stop on the tour for more chances to win. Full tour schedule linked below. Giveaway began at midnight September 6, 2022 and lasts through 11:59 PM EST on September 13, 2022. 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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