“Chased” by M. Liz Boyle review and giveaway

Posted on May 31, 2021 by EmpowerMoms

About the Book

Book: Chased

Author: M. Liz Boyle

Genre: Christian Y.A.

Release date: June 1, 2020

Ebook Chased Cover JPG It’s been a year since Marlee, her sisters, and the Miles boys survived an avalanche. Sure, it was a little embarrassing for them when all the neighbors saw them on the news, but they love being outdoors, and what are the odds that another tragedy would strike this adventurous group? Has anyone calculated the statistics of being hit with two natural disasters? It has to be low, so of course the two families planned to backpack again this summer.

When the teens first meet Thad, a dehydrated hiker on the trail, they give him water and food and help him recover. He seems harmless until he tells them to hike a few extra miles at sunset. Then Lydie finds a hand-drawn map that Thad dropped, and they discover why he is so eager to get away from the Stanley girls and Miles boys. So eager that he starts chasing them.

Now they have to climb up unforgiving ridges, sneak through the night, and – is that thunder and lightning? To make matters worse, Marlee has a nagging worry that her older sister Ellie is preparing to move away from home.

What is God’s plan? How will they get away from Thad before it’s too late?

Click here to get your copy!

About the Author

Liz looking to side Liz is the author of the Off the Itinerary series, the wife of a professional tree climber and the homeschooling mom of three energetic and laundry-producing children. She received her Associate’s of Arts at the University of Sioux Falls, where she received the LAR Writing Award for her essay entitled, “My Real Life Mufasa.” Liz once spent a summer in Colorado teaching rock climbing, which she believes was a fantastic way to make money and memories. She resides with her family in Wisconsin, where they enjoy hiking and rock climbing. Liz and her husband have also backpacked in Colorado and the Grand Canyon, which have provided inspiration for her writing. She likes making adventurous stories to encourage others to find adventures and expand their comfort zones (though admittedly, she still needs lots of practice expanding her own comfort zone).

My Review

My 10 year old son read this book and here are his thoughts:

He said it kept his attention and interest from beginning to end. He liked the Christian aspect of the story. He liked reading about the characters outdoor adventures and their different personalities. He’s never read any books by this author but he really enjoyed this one and hopes to read more. He would recommend this book for older elementary school, early middle school readers.

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

Blog Stops

For the Love of Literature, May 21

Library Lady’s Kid Lit, May 21

Debbie’s Dusty Deliberations, May 22

Texas Book-aholic, May 23

Mary Hake, May 23

Inklings and notions, May 24

For Him and My Family, May 25

deb’s Book Review, May 26

Locks, Hooks and Books, May 27

Because I said so — and other adventures in Parenting, May 28

Blogging With Carol, May 29

Ashley’s Clean Book Reviews, May 29

Musings of a Sassy Bookish Mama, May 30

A Modern Day Fairy Tale, May 31

EmpowerMoms, May 31

Truth and Grace Homeschool Academy, June 1

Remembrancy, June 2

Vicky Sluiter, June 3

Giveaway

To celebrate her tour, M. Liz is giving away the grand prize of a signed copy of Chased and a $25 Amazon gift card!!

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

https://promosimple.com/ps/10c91/chased-celebration-tour-giveaway

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“Rising Danger” by Jerusha Agen review and giveaway

Posted on May 27, 2021 by EmpowerMoms

Rising Danger JustRead Blog Tour
Welcome to the Blog Tour for Rising Danger by Jerusha Agen, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

ABOUT THE BOOK

Title: Rising Danger
Author: Jerusha Agen
Publisher: Love Inspired Trade
Release Date: May 25, 2021
Genre: Christian, Romantic Suspense

It’s up to a K-9 handler and her canine partner to stop a bomber before it’s too late.

Someone’s planting explosives on dams in the Twin Cities, and Bristol Bachmann and her bomb-sniffing dog must move quickly to find them before everything ends up underwater. That means relying on the dams’ supervisor—an ex-boyfriend Bristol never thought she’d see again. Hopefully Remington Jones has grown up from the rakish charmer she knew in her academy days. Because lives now depend entirely on them…

It’s an environmental terrorist who wants the dams gone, and his bid to set the waters free has lethal consequences. When he sees Bristol and her K-9 working to stop him, he sets his sights on them. Can they evade him in a lethal game of cat and mouse and protect the cities from devastating destruction before the clock runs out?

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Jerusha Agen

Jerusha Agen imagines danger around every corner, but knows God is there, too. So naturally, she writes romantic suspense infused with the hope of salvation in Jesus Christ. Jerusha loves to hang out with her big furry dogs and little furry cats, often while reading or watching movies. Find more of Jerusha’s thrilling, fear-fighting stories at JerushaAgen.com.

CONNECT WITH JERUSHA: Website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram

MY REVIEW

Good, steady pace, Christian suspense book with lots of action, drama and some light romance. I really enjoyed it and read it in one day.

Terrorists, bombs, k9 force, an elite team of women, flooding, dams… so many things happening and lots of suspense and twists.

Underlining themes of Gods love, forgiveness, faith, redemption, trust and sacrifice. There is alot of talk throughout of Christian beliefs, prayers, and relying on faith while Bristol, Gramma, and Rem’s faith (and lack of) are greatly tested. I enjoyed the spiritual element of this story. This wasn’t just a “clean” book, it was a Christian book as well. I like that the author is not afraid to share her beliefs.

I also enjoyed getting to know the k9 team and I hope there will be future books with the elite team female handlers and their dogs. Highly recommend! I loved it!

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

TOUR GIVEAWAY

(1) winner will receive a print copy of Rising Danger by Jerusha Agen!

Full tour schedule linked below. Giveaway began at midnight May 26, 2021 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on June 2, 2021. 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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Cold Case Trail (Love Inspired Suspense) by Sharee Stover

Posted on May 26, 2021 by EmpowerMoms

Cold Case Trail (Love Inspired Suspense) by Sharee Stover

I loved the k9 Magnum, his handler Trey, and Justine in this suspenseful, fast paced book. I really enjoy reading books by this author and I especially love reading about k9 working dogs so I was very excited to read this book… and it didn’t disappoint! Once you starting reading, you will not want to stop!

From the very beginning there was action, suspense, questions and a deadly game of cat and mouse. Justine is trying to re open an old case and find her friends killer after 10 years once she finds her old journal. Her previous friend Trey gets involved trying to help her solve the cold case which puts them both in the killers crosshairs. I liked reading about their memories, their love for dogs, trying to solve the case and renewing their friendship.

Great characters, riveting story line…friendship, faith, danger and forgiveness were all a big part of the story.

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

About the Book:
Following the clues
could be the last thing they do…

Temporarily working in the cold case division was supposed to mean less danger for state trooper Trey Jackson and his injured K-9 partner, Magnum—until they thwart an abduction. Now he must protect profiler Justine Stark, even as she blames him for her friend’s death ten years ago. Can he right past wrongs by finally solving the murder…and making sure Justine lives to find closure?

From Harlequin Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.

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About the Author
Colorado native Sharee Stover lives in Nebraska with her real-life-hero husband, three too-good-to-be-true children and her obnoxiously lovable German Shepherd. A self-proclaimed word nerd, she loves the power of words to transform, ignite and restore. She writes Christian romantic suspense combining heart-racing, nail-biting suspense and the delight of falling in love all in one. When she isn’t writing, Sharee enjoys reading, crocheting and long walks .

Do you know what I LOVE about Harlequin LOVE INSPIRED SUSPENSE books?
NO bedroom scenes, no bad language, no graphic violence!
Does that mean they are boring? HECK NO! I have been reading them for years and LOOOOOOOOVE them! So easy and fun to read!
Each month they release (6) new books by different authors all with different story lines, including Amish Fiction!

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“Crazy for You” by Michelle Sass Aleckson review and giveaway

Posted on May 25, 2021 by EmpowerMoms

Crazy For You JustRead Blog + Review Tour

Welcome to the Blog + Review Tour for Crazy for You by Michelle Sass Aleckson presented by Susan May Warren, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

ABOUT THE BOOK

Title: Crazy for You
Series: Deep Haven Collection #3
Author: Michelle Sass Aleckson presented by Susan May Warren
Publisher: Sunrise Publishing
Release Date: May 25, 2021
Genre: Christian Contemporary Romance

The problem with being related to everyone in town is that there is no one left to date…until now…but will this outsider survive his family?

Former soldier Veronica “Ronnie” Morales isn’t going to let her kid brother, Tiago, get pulled into the gangs of Minneapolis, so, seeking safety and a fresh start, she heads to sleepy Deep Haven on the north shore of Minnesota. She’s hoping to put down roots as the paramedic for the new Crisis Response Team, but it’s not easy to be the town outsider.

Fire Chief Peter Dahlquist is a peacemaker—he has to be. After he’s related to both of the Deep Haven dynasties – the Zimmermans and the Dahlquists, Deep Haven’s version of the Hatfields and the McCoys. Worse, Peter is the holdout vote for a landmark project, which also makes him the loneliest guy in town when both sides demand that he pick sides. The only one who seems to understand his plight is the newcomer in town…his pretty, street-tough paramedic.

When Tiago finds himself caught up in small town shenanigans and the town blames Ronnie for tragedy, Peter is forced to pick sides. But will his choice cost him the home—and the woman—he loves?

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ABOUT THE AUTHORS

Susan May Warren Michelle Sass Aleckson

Susan May Warren is the USA Today best-selling novelist of 80 books. With more than 1.5 million books in print, she is beloved by reviewers and readers around the world. Visit Susan at www.susanmaywarren.com.

CONNECT WITH SUSAN: Website | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

After growing upon both the east and west coasts, Michelle Sass Aleckson now lives the country life in central Minnesota with her own hero and their four kids. She loves rocking out to 80’s music on a Saturday night, playing Balderdash with the fam, and getting lost in good stories. Especially stories that shine grace. And if you’re wondering, yes, Sass is her maiden name. Visit her at www.michellealeckson.com.

CONNECT WITH MICHELLE: Website | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Merging the creative energies of best-selling authors Susan May Warren and Lindsay Harrel, Sunrise Publishing is the matchmaker for established authors who want to build on their current success for future growth and aspiring authors looking to break out, build an audience, and hone their writing skills.

CONNECT WITH SUNRISE: Website | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | admin@sunrisepublishing.com

MY REVIEW

This was such a delightful quick read! I loved getting to know Veronica (Ronnie), her brother Tiago, and especially Peter. I enjoyed reading about how Veronica’s army days and how that along with her traumatic childhood – shaped her and made her a successful EMS and loving sister to Tiago. She is a perfect example of how you don’t let your bad past determine your future.

Peter was a great character and I liked seeing him grow and develop in this book with Veronica encouraging him to make his own choices and not worry about what other people think. He was very patient with Veronica and Tiago and a great friend to them both.

The characters were all very different and fun to read about. I loved hearing about other characters from previous series and other books as well.

Crazy for you is about family, love and second chances. I absolutely can’t wait to read more about the town and characters in future books in this series.

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

TOUR GIVEAWAY

(1) winner will receive a $15 Amazon gift card + 3 Crazy for You ebooks (one ebook for the winner and two to give to friends)!

Crazy for You 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 25, 2021 and lasts through 11:59 PM EST on June 1, 2021. 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.

ENTER GIVEAWAY HERE

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

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“Eye For An Eye” by Stephanie Black review and giveaway

Posted on May 21, 2021 by EmpowerMoms

“Eye For An Eye” by Stephanie Black

With less than 100 pages, this suspenseful novella is a quick read and very very good! Easy to read in one sitting, it kept my interest with the story line and characters. I enjoyed getting to know Mallory and I’m so glad she had a friend like Darien to help her! Everyone needs a friend like that!

Clean suspense-perfect for an afternoon read and for a way for readers to try out this authors writing style. If you haven’t read any of her full length novels, I would highly recommend them!

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

About the Book:
A Romantic Suspense Novella

After a family tragedy nearly destroyed Mallory Ingram, she’s fighting to get her life on track. When her sister and brother-in-law open their home to her, Mallory is certain that moving across the country will allow her to focus on a hopeful future. That future looks even more promising when her enrollment at a local university connects her with the charming Darien Thomas.

However, when illegal drugs turn up in her sister’s house, the first person accused is Mallory, and suddenly, she doesn’t know who to trust. Mounting evidence of Mallory’s guilt is straining the tenuous bond she has just begun to develop with her sister after years of living separately. Desperate to prove her innocence and keep the harmful patterns of the past from hijacking her future, Mallory reaches for Darien’s help to discover the truth.

But the truth may be more dangerous than any of them imagine.

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Biography
Stephanie Black has loved books since she was old enough to grab the pages and has enjoyed creating make-believe adventures since she and her sisters were inventing long Barbie games filled with intrigue and danger or running around pretending to be detectives. She is a four-time Whitney Award winner for Best Mystery/Suspense Novel. Stephanie lives in northern California, plays the violin in a community symphony but never practices enough, and likes to wander around taking pictures of birds. She enjoys spending time with her family, is a fan of homemade pizza, chocolate-chip cookies, and naps, and ranks as the cat’s third-favorite person, though that ranking is shaky. Follow her on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/stephanieblackauthor or Instagram at stephanieblackauthor.

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