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“Escape Route” by Tanya Stowe REVIEW & GIVEAWAY

Posted on August 29, 2022 by EmpowerMoms

Escape Route JustRead Blog Tour

Welcome to the Blog Tour for Escape Route by Tanya Stowe, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

ABOUT THE BOOK

Title: Escape Route

Author: Tanya Stowe

Publisher: Love Inspired Suspense

Release Date: August 23, 2022

Genre: Christian, Romantic Suspense

Exposing a gang’s leader…

is the only way out of danger

While flying above the Texas border, helicopter pilot Tara Jean “TJ” Baskins witnesses a brutal murder. Now a deadly arms-smuggling gang wants her out of the way. To stay alive, TJ must work with border patrol officer Trace Leyton—her old friend and the man who once betrayed her—to catch the ringleader. But when the search leads to Trace’s family, can TJ trust him to save her?

From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.

MY REVIEW

This love inspired suspense story was awesome! I enjoyed the story line, characters and steady action from beginning to end. I liked getting to know the main characters Tara Jean (TJ) and officer Trace as they investigate their childhood town and attempt to break up a gang ring.

TJ and Trace have a past they have to work thru along with suspicious family members, grudges and learning about forgiveness. Even with dealing with personal issues, they were able to separate their business and personal relationship and worked well together to protect each other and their loved ones.

I also loved the secondary characters like Squirt, Bobby, Missy and Eva. Lots of action, drama and some light romance. I really enjoyed reading this book from start to finish. Highly recommend!

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

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Tanya Stowe is a Christian Fiction author with an unexpected edge. She is a Publisher’s Weekly Bestselling Author who fills her books with the unusual…mysteries and exotic travel, even a murder or two. No matter where Tanya takes you…on a train down a mountain or a suspenseful journey packed with danger…be prepared for the extraordinary.

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

TOUR GIVEAWAY

(1) winner will receive a print copy of Escape Route and $25 Amazon gift card.
(2) additional winners will receive a print copy of Escape Route.

Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight August 29, 2022 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on September 5, 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.

Giveaway is subject to the policies found here.

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Follow along at JustRead Tours for a full list of stops!

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Week 14 of “The Great Walk 100 day Summer Challenge” video suggestions

Posted on August 28, 2022 by EmpowerMoms

Welcome to week 14 of “The Great Walk 100 day Summer Challenge” from 8/28 – 9/3.

Remember: Our goal is to be consistent so even if you can’t do 100 days of walking in a row, do the best you can and listen to your body.

If you CAN do a walk every day, it is VERY important that you mix it up by doing gentle walks, longer walks, shorter walks, indoor walks, outdoor walks, etc.

DON’T FORGET to comment below with your daily workouts to be entered to WIN PRIZES at the end of 100 days!

Here are some week 14 workout video suggestions from the Walk at Home youtube channel featuring Leslie Sansone:

“Finding Her Voice” by Donna Gartshore REVIEW & GIVEAWAY

Posted on August 24, 2022 by EmpowerMoms

Finding Her Voice JustRead Blog + Review Tour

Welcome to the Blog + Review Tour for Finding Her Voice by Donna Gartshore, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

ABOUT THE BOOK

Title: Finding Her Voice

Author: Donna Gartshore

Publisher: Harlequin Love Inspired

Release Date: August 23, 2022

Genre: Contemporary Romance, Christian

Overcoming their differences

Could be the answer to all their problems

Bridget Connelly dreams of buying her boss’s veterinary clinic and starting her own business—but so does auditor Sawyer Blume. Despite her trust issues toward men, it’s hard to stay rivals when Sawyer’s traumatized daughter bonds with Bridget’s adorable pup. And when another buyer tries to outbid them both, working together might give them everything they want…including each other.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Donna Gartshore lives in Saskatchewan, Canada. Donna now has three books published with Love Inspired and is working on three more. She has also published several short stories and poems with various literary publications and writes devotions. Donna loves family time, walks, coffee and movies with friends, serving in various capacities at the church she attends and talking about books and writing with her friends and the writing community.

Connect with Donna by following her on Instagram or Twitter.

MY REVIEW

I enjoyed reading this clean, Love Inspired inspirational story!

There are heavy topics mentioned in this story like abuse, trauma and grief so this book may not be for everyone. Both of the main characters have experienced heartbreaking traumas and it was interesting to read how animal companions can help in so many ways!

Another theme in this book was about trusting God in all things; even when horrible, devastating things happen in our lives. This book was about second chances, love and finding God’s peace.

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

TOUR GIVEAWAY

(3) winners will receive print copy of Finding Her Voice, an adult inspirational coloring book, and a small devotion!

Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight August 22, 2022 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on August 29, 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/CAN only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.

Giveaway is subject to the policies found here.

ENTER GIVEAWAY HERE

Follow along at JustRead Tours for a full list of stops!

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Week 13 of “The Great Walk 100 day Summer Challenge” video suggestions

Posted on August 21, 2022 by EmpowerMoms

Welcome to week 13 of “The Great Walk 100 day Summer Challenge” from 8/21 – 8/27.

Remember: Our goal is to be consistent so even if you can’t do 100 days of walking in a row, do the best you can and listen to your body.

If you CAN do a walk every day, it is VERY important that you mix it up by doing gentle walks, longer walks, shorter walks, indoor walks, outdoor walks, etc.

DON’T FORGET to comment below with your daily workouts to be entered to WIN PRIZES at the end of 100 days!

Here are some week 13 workout video suggestions from the Walk at Home youtube channel featuring Leslie Sansone:

Posted in Fitness, Walk Strong Roanoke Fitness, Walk15: walk aerobics class | 6 Comments

“FASTER WAY to Fast Loss” August 2022 journey

Posted on August 17, 2022 by EmpowerMoms

I lost over 7 inches and 10 pounds when I first started my Faster Way to Fat loss journey last summer. Since then I have continued with intermittent fasting, food logging and daily exercising as a VIP member and maintained my weight loss.

Unfortunately I let my summer travel plans get in the way of my weight loss goals and eating properly. (I DID do awesome with my exercising though this summer!) I turned 40 years at the end of May and my goal was to lose 25 pounds before then. Better late than never!

So this past Monday I recommitted to the program 100% and have been journaling my progress on IG stories and IG. I would love for you to follow along and cheer me on! I’ve been sharing my food and exercising. Maybe you will get some ideas of what works and what you would like to try?

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