“At Lighthouse Point” by Suzanne Woods Fisher GIVEAWAY #AtLighthousePoint #ThreeSistersIsland

Posted on May 19, 2021 by EmpowerMoms

About the Book

Book: At Lighthouse Point

Author: Suzanne Woods Fisher

Genre: Christian Contemporary Romance

Release date: May 4, 2021

at lighthouse Blaine Grayson returns to Three Sisters Island with a grand plan–to take Camp Kicking Moose to the next level. Her dream starts to unravel when she discovers Moose Manor’s kitchen has been badly remodeled by her sister, Cam, who doesn’t know how to cook. Added to that blow is the cold shoulder given by her best friend, Artie Lotosky, now a doctor to the unbridged Maine islands.

As old wounds are opened, Blaine starts to wonder if she made a mistake by coming home. Little by little, she must let go of one dream to discover a new one, opening her heart to a purpose and a future she had never imagined.

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About the Author

suzanne Award winning author Suzanne Woods Fisher writes for readers who have learned to expect the unexpected. With more than one million copies of her books sold worldwide, she is the bestselling author of more than 30 works, ranging from novels to non-fiction books to children’s books. Currently, she lives with her very big family in the East Bay.

My Review

I have enjoyed reading this series and getting to know the three sisters and watching them mature and evolve, along with the little town.

This story mostly focuses on Blaine returning to the island in hopes of opening a restaurant. She brings her friend Jean Paul who continues to have hilarious and unfortunate mishaps throughout the entire book. I liked reuniting with previous book characters like Peg and Captain Ed.

Of course with having three sisters they are bound to have family drama and miscommunication, but I like how they figure things out and eventually smooth things over.

This book also includes flashbacks when Blaine was younger which was interesting and helped readers understand the struggles she currently faced emotionally.

I really enjoyed the flow of the book and characters. It kept my interest from beginning to end. I definitely recommend reading these books in order.

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

More from Suzanne

10 Curious Facts about Lighthouses

People love lighthouses. There’s just something special about those sturdy sentinels with their beacons of light, patiently sweeping the water, their mournful and haunting wail of a foghorn. Longfollow’s poem, The Lighthouse, written in 1850, captured the allure so well:

And as the evening darkens, lo! how bright,
Through the deep purple of the twilight air,
Beams forth the sudden radiance of its light,
With strange, unearthly splendor in the glare!

“Unearthly splendor.” Wow, doesn’t that hit the nail on the head? A lighthouse, to me, represents a spiritual truth: Someone’s watching out for us, looking out for the dangers ahead, and always glad to welcome us home.

Here are 10 facts about lighthouses that you might not know:

THE FIRST KNOWN LIGHTHOUSE was Egypt’s Pharos of Alexandria, Egypt, built in the third century B.C. The lighthouse was made from a fire on a platform to warn sailors of the port’s entrance. This lighthouse was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

THE OLDEST EXISTING LIGHTHOUSE IN THE WORLD is considered to be La Coruna in Spain that dates from ca. 20 B.C. A Roman lighthouse is located on the Cliffs of Dover in the UK that was constructed in 40 A.D.

THE UNITED STATES IS HOME to more lighthouses than any other country.

THE FIRST LIGHTHOUSE IN AMERICA was at Boston on Little Brewster Island (1716). The first keeper was George Worthylake who, sadly, was drowned, along with his wife and daughter, when returning to the island in 1718.

THE TALLEST LIGHTHOUSE is on Cape Hatteras, NC. Built in 1872, it reached 196 feet tall.

THE FIRST WEST COAST LIGHTHOUSE was built on Alcatraz Island in 1854.

DAYMARKS are the painted colors and patterns (diamonds, spirals and stripes) on lighthouse towers to distinguish them from each other.

LIGHTHOUSE KEEPING was one of the first U.S. government jobs available to women, as far back as the 19th century. Most obtained their position when their husband died or became incapacitated.

THE RANGE OF THE LIGHTHOUSE LIGHT produces a light seen 25 miles at sea.

ABOUT 700 LIGHTHOUSES are still in active use in the United States.

As I wrote the third book in the ‘Three Sisters island’ series, I just had to give that little charred lighthouse its day in the sun. It had patiently played a role in the first two books, waiting for its turn on center stage. Not only did its setting provide a very unexpected “WHAT? How did that happen?” conclusion to the series, it even stole the headline! The undisputed title: At Lighthouse Point.

Do you have a favorite lighthouse? If so, please add your picture in the comments below. Don’t forget to include its location.

Thanks for reading! Stay well, stay home, and read.

Suzanne

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Giveaway

To celebrate her tour, Suzanne is giving away the grand prize of 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/10bb6/at-lighthouse-point-celebration-tour-giveaway

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“Pine Creek Courtship” by Amity Hope

Posted on May 4, 2021 by EmpowerMoms

“Pine Creek Courtship” by Amity Hope

I really enjoyed reading this Amish fiction story from cover to cover from this new to me author.

Emma, her sister Sadie and brother Zeke are struggling financially to keep their farm after the death of their father and with their mother being gone years prior. Emma’s old time friend Levi steps in to court Emma so she can continue to raise her siblings on their family farm without the interference of her busybody aunt.

I liked reading about Emma and her interactions with her siblings and with her cousin Amelia. Although she and Levi had a great friendship growing up, they had a falling out and hadn’t been friends for quite a while so I enjoyed reading about their renewed friendship. I enjoyed seeing Zeke blossom with confidence with Levi’s help and guidance. Sadie reminded me so much of my own son with her love of animals, especially her pet chickens.

This story had wonderful characters, interesting and engaging plot from beginning to end, clean romance and drama. I would love to read more about this family in future books.

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

About the Book:
Love may be right around the corner in the heartwarming, sweet, and gentle Pine Creek series from Amity Hope.

After the death of her beloved father, Emma Ziegler just wants to keep her family’s maple syrup farm afloat and raise her two young siblings. But when her meddling aunt’s first choice of a husband for her turns out to be Emma’s last choice―Pine Creek’s most notorious bachelor―Emma grows desperate. Her aunt won’t listen, no matter how much she tries to tell her the man in no way embodies the Amish values of faith or hard work.

Kind and industrious Levi Bontrager has always wanted to protect his best friend Emma, even after a secret from their youth left them growing apart. Which is why he steps in to claim that Emma cannot wed anyone else, as she is currently courting him. Yes, the small lie leaves him feeling guilty, but Levi’s hope is that if he can win back the beautiful Emma’s trust, he can also win over her heart…for real.

But can a courtship that began just for show ever blossom into a true romance that could save both their futures?

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About the Author
Amity Hope is a romance author with a degree in elementary education, who worked in that field for ten years before deciding to chase her dream. If she’s not writing or spending time with her boys, she’s most likely reading. An author of many books for young adults, Amity made her Amish fiction debut with Pine Creek Courtship. She lives in beautiful northern Minnesota with her two sons.

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“Present Danger” by Elizabeth Goddard

Posted on April 30, 2021 by EmpowerMoms

“Present Danger” by Elizabeth Goddard

This is book 1 of the brand new series called “Rocky Mountain Courage”. I have read many books by this author so I couldn’t wait to get my hands on this new book and start a new series!

I enjoyed being taken into the world of artifacts and learning about the history and unfortunately the world of smuggling rare and lost historical pieces. Terra and and Jack were great characters and worked well together as they begin to investigate a murder in the national forest which leads them down a dark road.

Lots of suspense, drama, and adventure with twists and turns. I really enjoyed it and can’t wait to read the next book!

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

About the Book:
Former FBI Special Agent Jack Tanner is working as a detective in Montana when he comes across a body in the national forest during a search and rescue mission. He’s committed to finding the killer, even if it means working alongside his old flame, US Forest Service Special Agent Terra Connors.

When Terra discovers that the murder victim had ties to a powerful and dangerous trafficker of archaeological artifacts, the investigation takes a deadly turn–one that hits too close to home. As Terra fears she lacks the courage to face what comes next, Jack is more determined than ever to protect her. But he’s failed her before. And if he fails this time, it will cost them far more than just their hearts.

Join bestselling and award-winning author Elizabeth Goddard as she plunges you into a web of deceit made of hidden crimes, open threats, and long-buried family secrets in this gripping first book of an explosive new series.

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About the Author
Elizabeth Goddard has sold over one million books and is the USA Today bestselling and award-winning author of more than 40 romance novels and counting, including the romantic mystery The Camera Never Lies–a 2011 Carol Award winner. She is a Daphne du Maurier Award for Excellence in Mystery and Suspense finalist for her Mountain Cove series–Buried, Backfire, and Deception–and a Carol Award finalist for Submerged. When she’s not writing, she loves spending time with her family, traveling to find inspiration for her next book, and serving with her husband in ministry. For more information about her books, visit her website at www.ElizabethGoddard.com.

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“A Marriage of Inconvenience” by Amy Vastine review and giveaway

Posted on April 16, 2021 by EmpowerMoms

On Tour with Prism Book Tours

A Marriage of Inconvenience

(Stop the Wedding! #3)

By Amy Vastine

Contemporary Romance

Paperback & ebook, 213 Pages

April 1, 2021 by Harlequin Heartwarming

She’s met the perfect man…
But he’s engaged!

Wedding planner Sophia Reed never imagined she’d meet her perfect man during a bank robbery. Evan Anderson is handsome and funny and makes Sophia believe in love at first sight. There’s only one small hitch—he’s engaged to someone else, and Sophia is planning his wedding! But Evan’s wedding is purely a business arrangement…and true love might just turn this almost-perfect wedding into a beautiful catastrophe!

USA TODAY Bestselling Author

Stop the Wedding!
Book 1: A Bridesmaid to Remember
Book 2: His Brother’s Bride
Book 3: A Marriage of Inconvenience

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Other Books in the Series

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MY REVIEW

This book was so fun to read from beginning to end. Like Sophia I wanted to be upset with Evan because of the misunderstanding at the beginning of the book, but Evan was such a sweet likable character it was hard to stay mad at him for long.

His relationship with his fiancé Jamie was very complicated and as readers we find out the reason of their convenient engagement throughout the book. I loved seeing his sweet relationship with his special-needs brother Zeke. He was such a sweet, patient guy-always putting others first.

The main women characters were also great! Sophia was a successful party event planner. Jamie the fiancé was also likable even though she came across as no nonsense. Both were successful business women trying to make a name for themselves.

Lots of laughs and groans with all the extended family drama throughout this clean romance book. Highly recommend!

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

About the Author

Amy Vastine has been plotting stories in her head for as long as she can remember. An eternal optimist, she studied social work, hoping to teach others how to find their silver lining. Now, she enjoys creating happily ever afters for all to read. Amy lives outside Chicago with her high school sweetheart husband, three teenagers who keep her on her toes, and their two sweet but mischievous pups.

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One winner will receive (US only):

– $25 Amazon gift card

– “I love you to the bookstore and back” book bag filled with several of my favorite Heartwarming books

– Blackwell Sisters cleaning cloth

– Bookmark

Three additional winners will receive an ebook of the first book in the Stop the Wedding Series, A Bridesmaid to Remember (open internationally)

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Three Makes a Family (City by the Bay Stories #7) By Cari Lynn Webb REVIEW & GIVEAWAY

Posted on April 8, 2021 by EmpowerMoms

On Tour with Prism Book Tours

Three Makes a Family
(City by the Bay Stories #7)
By Cari Lynn Webb
Contemporary Romance
Paperback & ebook, 223 Pages
April 1, 2021 by Harlequin Heartwarming

Can love for a child…
Make them a family?

Lawyer Molly McKinney needs to be the best—now more than ever. Relocating to San Francisco means a chance to provide a stable income and home for her nine-month-old daughter. And defending former rival Drew Harrington against charges of witness tampering will boost her reputation. As they work to clear Drew’s name, their feelings grow. But does Molly have room in her life for love?

USA TODAY Bestselling Author

City by the Bay Stories
Book 1: The Charm Offensive
Book 2: The Doctor’s Recovery
Book 3: Ava’s Prize
Book 4: Single Dad to the Rescue
Book 5: In Love by Christmas
Book 6: Her Surprise Engagement
Book 7: Three Makes a Family

MY REVIEW

I have read several books by this author now and each one keeps getting better and better. I loved this story and especially the main characters Molly and Drew. I could totally relate to Molly in so many ways with her trying to balance work and family as a single mother, making her family a priority, and fighting for whats right.

Both were very likeable, relatable people which is rare for lawyers in my opinion. (I worked along side many different attorneys for years as a paralegal so I don’t have a high opinion of them anymore.) It was nice to see their work side and personal side through out the story.

I also liked reading about Drew’s family and their day to day city life. This story was fun to read, interesting plot with some drama and clean romance that kept my interest from beginning to end. I really, really enjoyed it!

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

Other Books in the Series

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About the Author

Cari Lynn Webb lives in South Carolina with her husband, daughters and assorted four-legged family members. She’s been blessed to see the power of true love in her grandparent’s 70 year marriage and her parent’s marriage of over 50 years. She knows love isn’t always sweet and perfect, it can be challenging, complicated and risky. But she believes happily-ever-afters are worth fighting for. She loves to connect with readers. Visit her at her website.

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