Can’t Wait Wednesday: Flight of the Raven

March 20, 2019 by Suzie Waltner Leave a Comment

Can’t-Wait Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted at Wishful Endings to spotlight and discuss the books we’re excited about that we have yet to read. Generally, they’re books that have yet to be released. It’s based on Waiting on Wednesday, hosted by the fabulous Jill at Breaking the Spine. If you’re continuing with WOW, feel free to link those up as well! Find out more here.

Happy first day of spring! Even though we’re still battling some chilly days, I’ve enjoyed the few warmer days filled with sunshine so far and am looking forward to many more. Plus, I love sitting out on my patio in the fresh air with a good book and can’t wait to repeat that tradition this year (before it gets too hot to be outside for long).

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Far Side of the Sea by Kate Breslin – Review

March 19, 2019 by Suzie Waltner Leave a Comment

A World War I story that is unique, engaging, and romantic? Look no further than Kate Breslin’s The Far Side of the Sea. I mean, nothing says romance like Paris and carrier pigeons, right?

About the Book

In spring 1918, Lieutenant Colin Mabry, a British soldier working with MI8 after suffering injuries on the front, receives a message by carrier pigeon. It is from Jewel Reyer, the woman he once loved and who saved his life–a woman he believed to be dead. Traveling to France to answer her urgent summons, he desperately hopes this mission will ease his guilt and restore the courage he lost on the battlefield.

Colin is stunned, however, to discover the message came from Jewel’s half sister, Johanna. Johanna, who works at a dovecote for French Army Intelligence, found Jewel’s diary and believes her sister is alive in the custody of a German agent. With spies everywhere, Colin is skeptical of Johanna, but as they travel across France and Spain, a tentative trust begins to grow between them.

When their pursuit leads them straight into the midst of a treacherous plot, danger and deception turn their search for answers into a battle for their lives.

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War-Torn Heart by Allison Wells – Review & Giveaway

March 18, 2019 by Suzie Waltner 2 Comments

Welcome to the Blog & Review Tour – and Giveaway – for War-Torn Heart by Allison Wells, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

ABOUT THE BOOK

Title: War-Torn Heart
Author: Allison Wells
Publisher: Ambassador International
Genre: Historical Fiction
Release Date: March 20, 2019

Abigail Walker, a young woman from rural South Carolina, is on the cusp of womanhood, aching to be able to run wild as the younger children do, yet yearning for things she has yet to understand.

Awkward and unsure of herself, Abby is flustered when she meets Harvey Nicholas, a cadet from Clemson College. As summer begins, Abby finds herself constantly in the company of Harvey and falling quickly in love with him.

As rumors of war begin to reach the States, Abby begins to fear what may come for her older brother and Harvey.

Once Pearl Harbor is bombed, the boys are eager to protect their home and the women they love. But will Abby and Harvey’s love be able to withstand distance, rumors, loss, and hurt? Or will the war be what tears apart Abby’s heart?

War-Torn Heart is a kleenex-box book with a story of hope, of love, and of perseverance through World War II, which will make the reader cry, scream, and long for more.

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Uninvited by Beckie Lindsey – Review, Guest Post, and Giveaway

March 17, 2019 by Suzie Waltner 7 Comments

About the Book

Book: Uninvited
Author: Beckie Lindsey
Genre: YA
Release Date: 9/16/2018
Every girl has a secret she hopes the light will never find—
but the demons already have.
Battles between unseen forces of good and evil have made unlikely friends out of high school juniors Krystal, Mackenzie, Tammi, and Sadie, who share similar secrets from their traumatic pasts.
As Krystal’s lifelong friendship with Bryce grows into something more, her new friendship with Mackenzie is tested.
While Tammi and Sadie heal from their injuries caused by a horrific accident, their deeper wounds fester as tension grown between them.
When a handsome nurse and a sultry singer join the group, things become even more tangled.
Will the relationships survive the epic spiritual battles raging around them? Or will the demons keep them chained to their secrets?

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Week in Review 3/10 to 3/16 + Giveaway

March 16, 2019 by Suzie Waltner 7 Comments

It’s been a bit quieter this week with no blog tours scheduled (there are a few next week, though). In truth, that ended up being a good thing as I was polishing up my enter to the Love Inspired Author Search and submitted it last night. Now the waiting begins as they review the many entries, but a month and a half isn’t too horrible of a wait and I have plenty to keep me busy between now and then.

Can I just talk a moment to give all of you a quick shout out. I so appreciate you taking the time to stop by and check in with me every week. Even if you’re just here for the giveaway, I love that you are here.