The Wish Book Christmas by Lynn Austin – Review

November 22, 2021 by Suzie Waltner Leave a Comment

About the Book

From the bestselling author of If I Were You comes a nostalgic and endearing holiday story that reminds us that sometimes the most meaningful gifts are the ones we least expect and don’t deserve.

Best friends Audrey Barrett and Eve Dawson are looking forward to celebrating Christmas in postwar America, thrilled at the prospect of starting new traditions with their five-year-old sons. But when the 1951 Sears Christmas Wish Book arrives and the boys start obsessing over every toy in it, Audrey and Eve realize they must first teach them the true significance of the holiday. They begin by helping Bobby and Harry plan gifts of encouragement and service for those in their community, starting by walking an elderly neighbor’s yellow Lab—since a dog topped the boys’ wish list for Santa. In the charming tale that follows, Audrey and Eve are surprised to find their own hearts healing from the tragedies of war and opening to the possibility of forgiveness and new love.

Shut the Front Door by LM Karen – Review, Guest Post, & Giveaway

November 21, 2021 by Suzie Waltner 10 Comments

About the Book

Book: Shut the Front Door

Author: L.M. Karen

Genre: Contemporary Christian Fiction

Release date: July 15, 2021

The zany story of an alpha male pursuing a headstrong woman and the hilarious entanglements that follow.

Maddy’s dating profile couldn’t be more together. Maddy, however, feels utterly not together when Derek is in the room. She thought living next to her best friend Brittany, (who happens to be married to her brother, Matt) would be the best move of her life; not realizing it came with the complication of Brittany’s older brother Derek. Their undeniable chemistry and passionate personalities make it hard for Maddy to continue ignoring his determined pursuit. This is a feel good romantic comedy with a hint of excitement.

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Week in Review 11/14/21 to 11/20/21 & a Giveaway

November 20, 2021 by Suzie Waltner 6 Comments

Happy Thanksgiving week! Do you have big plans or are you planning a quiet holiday with family? I’m house/pet sitting for a friend starting today through late Thanksgiving, so no big plans for me.

*Click on any image to go to that review/giveaway post.

Book Reviews, Spotlights & More

After She Falls by Carmen Schober – Review

November 20, 2021 by Suzie Waltner Leave a Comment

About the Book

She’s always had that fire in her. She just needs to find it again.

Strong-willed Adri Rivera nearly achieved her goal of being a professional mixed martial artist, but then she fell in love with a man who knocked all the fight out of her. When their abusive, tumultuous relationship finally comes to a head, Adri flees with their young daughter to her small hometown in the mountains of Pennsylvania. There, she must face the people she left behind and put her broken life back together again.

A hardened Max Lyons can’t believe Adri is back in town after abruptly cutting him and everyone else off years ago. Despite the distance that grew between them, he feels compelled to help her regain her independence and offers her a job at his gym. But regaining each other’s trust is another matter, made even more complicated by the lingering spark between them. As Adri dares to pursue her dream again, she trains for a big tournament with Max’s help, but they’ll both have to confront their own doubts in order to rise victorious.

“Anyone who has watched a sports movie knows that the underdog will prevail, romance readers know that love wins, and Christian fiction readers know that God is bigger than any problem; Schober’s debut novel is unique for being blend of the three.”—LIBRARY JOURNAL

Rest, Girl by Jami Amerine – Spotlight and Giveaway

November 19, 2021 by Suzie Waltner 1 Comment

Welcome to the Takeover Tour for Rest, Girl by Jami Amerine, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

ABOUT THE BOOK

Title: Rest, Girl
Author: Jami Amerine
Publisher: Barbour
Release Date: November 1, 2021
Genre: Christian Non-Fiction / Women’s Interest

If you’re overwhelmed and exhausted. . .

If you’ve ever thought that all you need to do is try harder. . .

If you’ve ever felt unappreciated or overlooked. . .

If you’ve found Jesus or you’re still searching. . .

Your Heavenly Father Invites You to Rest, Girl.

Female readers of all ages will find a sassy, funny, authentic, and encouraging friend in master word weaver Jami Amerine, as she comes alongside you to share God’s overwhelming grace and peace in an inside-out journey to true, life-sustaining rest. In a climate that is steeped in stress and worries, this book offers a priceless opportunity to walk in faith to experience the overwhelming blessing of a mind, spirit, and body at rest. Jami will lead you on a humorous, engaging and life-altering journey from restrictions and unrealistic expectations to the unconditional love of the Father.