“The Rancher’s Want Ad Mix-Up” by Megan Besing REVIEW GIVEAWAY

The Rancher's Want Ad Mix-Up JustRead Blog + Review Tour

Welcome to the Blog + Review Tour for The Rancher’s Want Ad Mix-Up by Megan Besing, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

ABOUT THE BOOK

The Rancher's Want Ad Mix-Up

Title: The Rancher’s Want Ad Mix-Up
Author: Megan Besing
Publisher: Love Inspired Historical
Release Date: April 26, 2022
Genre: Inspirational Historical Romance
A mail-order mistake…
Or a made-to-be match?
When Della Mae Wagner’s train arrives in Missouri, she’s shocked to find that the couple who hired her don’t just want a teacher for their grandsons but a wife for their son! After a broken engagement, marriage is not in Della’s plans. And Hank Lamson isn’t pleased—with his parents, with his unexpected guest or with Della’s unfairly appealing smile. But his plans to send her packing are foiled as his family comes to love her…and he feels the walls around his wounded heart start to fall.

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MY REVIEW

This was a delightful, historical fiction, mail order bride mixup story set in MO 1889. Teacher Della May Wagner answers a (what she thought) teacher want ad and ends up meeting the Lamson Family which includes grandparents, single father Hank, and his three boys.

I loved reading about their day to day family adventures on the ranch, Della‘s experiences and frustrations with teaching three mischievous young boys, all while trying to prove herself to their father.

Lots of laughs, great characters and storyline.  I really enjoyed this story and it kept my interest from beginning to end.  I also enjoyed the spiritual element of the parents trying to teach their son Hank and teacher Della the importance of God and second chances in love.

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

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Megan Besing

Despite always adoring happily-ever-afters, Megan Besing didn’t unlock a love for reading until her mid-twenties, which quickly expanded into writing. Her own stories have won many awards, including the Selah for her novella, Perfect for the Preacher, along with the Pre-published Maggie for The Rancher’s Want Ad Mix-up. And now she’s thrilled to be a Sunrise Publishing author. However, her most cherished achievements are being a wife and mother. She lives in a pocket-size Indiana town, centered around extended family, where 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 at meganbesing.com.

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TOUR GIVEAWAY

Grand Prize Package: (1) winner will receive a $20 Amazon gift card, signed copy of The Rancher’s Want Ad Mix-up, rose necklace, 1 Cor. 13:13 tote, apple oven mitt, apple kitchen towel, and a Great is Thy Faithfulness bookmark!

2nd Prize: (1) winner will receive an engraved rose leather journal!

Third Prize: (1) winner will receive a signed copy of The Rancher’s Want Ad Mix-up!

The Rancher's Want Ad Mix-Up JustRead Giveaway

Be sure to check out each stop on the tour for more chances to win. Full tour schedule linked below. Giveaway began at midnight May 2, 2022 and lasts through 11:59 PM EST on May 9, 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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Death Valley Hideout by Dana Mentink REVIEW & GIVEAWAY

 

Death Valley Hideout

About the Book

Book: Death Valley Hideout

Author: Dana Mentink

Genre: Christian fiction

Release date: April 26, 2022

DV#4 cover, death valley hideoutRunning from a murderer

with only the desert as refuge…

Placed in WITSEC while his brother testifies against a terrifying criminal, Tony Ortega must guard his young niece and nephew from the hit man hunting for them. Death Valley local Willow Duke’s hideout might just be the difference between the little family’s life or death. When bullets start flying, can they thwart a killer long enough to survive and become a family for real?

 

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MY REVIEW

I have read several books by this author and they keep getting better and better!

I loved this fast paced, action packed, clean suspense story. Great characters, great storyline, kept me intrigued and on the edge of my seat from beginning to end.

Tony, Willow, Baby Bee and Carter are running from danger throughout the entire book trying to stay alive and figure out their next move. I liked that Willows family was also involved in protecting them.

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

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

About the Author

USA Today graphicDana Mentink is a USA Today and Publisher’s Weekly bestselling author as well as a two-time American Christian Fiction Writers Carol Award winner, and the recipient of a Holt Medallion. She’s written over fifty titles in the suspense, lighthearted romance and mystery genres. She is pleased to write for Harlequin’s Love Inspired Suspense, Harlequin Heartwarming, and Poisoned Pen Press. You can connect with Dana via her website at danamentink.com, on Facebook, YouTube (Author Dana Mentink) and Instagram (dana_mentink.)

 

More from Dana

Wooty woo! We’re back in Death Valley again! So excited about this fourth book in the series because Papa Bear and I have actually returned to this amazing place. (Our previous return trip was stalled for a while due to the virus that shall not be named!) People have asked me, “Why do you love Death Valley so much?” I can only respond that you just have to go there to understand. Is it the vastness of the place? The enormous topographical variety? Maybe it’s the profound quietness that permeates the national park and environs. Then again, it might be the panorama of nighttime stars. (Death Valley National Park is a certified International Dark Sky Park due to its limited light pollution.) Could it be the tenacity of people who live there and survive the one hundred twenty plus degree temperatures in the summer? And how about those animals? The Death Valley pupfish is a teeny little endangered fish that lives in precisely one spot on the globe (Death Valley) and only two places within that range, Salt Creek and Cottonball Marsh. Imagine that! So why set a six book series in Death Valley? Because there’s no more hostile and incredible place I can think of. I hope you will enjoy taking a fictional trip with me there too. Enjoy the adventure, reader friends!

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Giveaway

To celebrate her tour, Dana is giving away the grand prize package of the first four books in the series-Framed in Death Valley, Missing in the Desert, Death Valley Doublecross and Death Valley Hideout (Paperback for U.S. Only) and a $50 Amazon gift card!!

Be sure to comment on the blog stops for nine extra entries into the giveaway! Click the link below to enter.

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“Their Alaskan Past” (Home to Owl Creek, 5) by Belle Calhoune

I enjoyed reading this sweet “Home to Owl Creek” story involving animal lovers Maya and Ace. This story was easy to read with interesting characters and story line that kept my interest from beginning to end.

I liked reading about Maya’s vet practice and her vision for a dog rescue facility. When Ace comes back into town, she knows he’s perfect for the job even though they have a previous history that didn’t end well. I loved reading about the dogs, taking care of rescues and the details behind opening a rescue shelter.

Both Maya and Ace were great characters full of love, selflessness, giving, and kind; although they had a hard time showing that to each other. I loved getting to know the town and townspeople and can’t wait to read more from Owl Creek! I really enjoyed this book!

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

About the Book:
Could their unexpected reunion lead to a second chance?

She broke his heart years ago
But now she needs his help
Veterinarian Maya Roberts has complicated feelings about her ex—Iditarod racer Ace Reynolds—returning to Owl Creek, Alaska. But he’s the perfect person to help with her dog rescue. Now they’re working together, caught by their tangled past and still-unresolved feelings for each other. But a second chance with Ace isn’t just about forgiveness. It means sharing the secret that’s kept them apart…

From Love Inspired: Uplifting stories of faith, forgiveness and hope.

A HOME TO OWL CREEK TALE
Book 1: Her Secret Alaskan Family
Book 2: An Alaskan Twin Surprise
Book 3: Alaskan Christmas Redemption
Book 4: Hiding in Alaska
Book 5: Their Alaskan Past

About the Author
Belle Calhoune lives in Connecticut with her college sweetheart husband and two daughters. After a thirteen year career as a Federal Investigator, she chose to pursue a writing career. An avid lover of romance novels since she was a teen, she enjoys writing love stories and reading them. She loves spending summers in beautiful Cape Cod and traveling to new places. A dog lover, she has a mini poodle and a chocolate lab. More than anything, she believes in happily ever afters.

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Perilous Wilderness Escape (Love Inspired Suspense) by Rhonda Starnes

WOW this story was riveting from beginning to end! I highly recommend this fast paced, clean suspense book!

FBI agents Randy and Katherine are trying to break up a drug cartel when Randy is almost killed and gets amnesia. It was interesting to read what memories he remembered of his life and what he thought of his partner Katherine (not remembering exactly who she was).

I loved reading about their friendship and how it developed the more Randy got his memories back throughout the book. Lots of suspense, running from danger, and guessing who the “bad guy” was. I can’t say enough good things about this story. I read it in one day because I couldn’t stop reading.

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

About the Book:
An undercover mission…turns into life and death

Hot on the trail of a ruthless drug cartel, FBI agent Randy Ingalls is nearly killed in an ambush—and left with amnesia. Now FBI agent Katherine Lewis must protect her undercover partner from the ruthless drug cartel pursuing them across the rugged Colorado mountains. Can she decipher the clues in his lost memory, or will she lose the case—and her partner—for good?

From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.

About the Author
Rhonda Starnes is a retired middle school language arts teacher who dreamed of being a published author from the time she was in seventh grade and wrote her first short story. She lives in North Alabama with her husband, who she lovingly refers to as Mountain Man. They enjoy traveling and spending time with their children and grandchildren. Rhonda writes heart and soul suspense with rugged heroes and feisty heroines.

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Driving Force: An Elite Guardians Novel by Lynette Eason & Kate Angelo


Driving Force: An Elite Guardians Novel by Lynette Eason & Kate Angelo

MY REVIEW:
I really enjoyed this fast pace, clean, romantic suspense book. I loved getting to know the main characters Christina, Grey and his working dog “Boss”. As readers we also got to meet the Elite Guardians team like Laila, Charlie, and Lizzie.

It was so fascinating to read how they trained their dog “Boss” and all the ways he could help the military. Grey was such a strong, dynamic character and despite his handicap; still continued to do amazing things.

This story had lots of twists and turns and action as the characters try to figure out the serial killer, how and why the killer is hurting people, and what truth they are hiding. I especially liked that they included an epilogue of six months later so we could get a sneak peek into Christina and Greys relationship at the end. I highly recommend this book and can’t wait to read more in this series!

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

ABOUT THE BOOK:
He’s the last client she wants to protect…

Elite Guardians bodyguard/former sniper CHRISTINA SHERMAN has protected uncooperative clients before—but this time, well her client is bossy, headstrong and occasionally eats off the floor. Yes, he’s a highly trained military working dog, but certainly her skills could be put to better use, right?

Not according to former Special Forces Air Commando GREY PARKER. He needs her help to protect his dog while he undergoes an experimental surgery that could restore his ability to walk. He just needs someone to keep his canine partner safe. Most of all, Grey wants back on his feet so he can track down a deranged scientist known as The Scavenger who unleashed a nerve agent that left Grey sidelined in a wheelchair.

When an attempt is made on Grey’s life, and dead bodies begin piling up—with evidence the same toxin is responsible—suddenly Christina is tasked with keeping both dog and soldier alive…and with them, the secrets that could stop a terrorist attack.

But this time, even Christina might be in over her head.

Dive into the exciting ignition to the Elite Guardians Collection.

PURCHASE YOUR COPY HERE:

ABOUT THE AUTHORS:
Lynette Eason is the bestselling author of Life Flight and the Danger Never Sleeps, Blue Justice, Women of Justice, Deadly Reunions, Hidden Identity, and Elite Guardians series. She is the winner of three ACFW Carol Awards, the Selah Award, and the Inspirational Reader’s Choice Award, among others. She is a graduate of the University of South Carolina and has a master’s degree in education from Converse College. Eason lives in South Carolina with her husband and two children. Learn more at www.lynetteeason.com.

Kate Angelo is an author, minister, and public speaker from Southwest Missouri who works alongside her husband strengthening and encouraging marriages and families through their ministry. As the mother of five mostly grown children, she is fluent in both sarcasm and eye rolls-subjects she never intentionally taught while homeschooling. With her chihuahua taking up half of her desk space, she writes suspenseful stories of imperfect people who encounter hope and healing through Jesus. Kate is a tech enthusiast, coffee lover, productivity guru, accomplished knitter, avid boater, prayer warrior, and known klutz.Visit her at https: //kateangelo.com.

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