Friday, December 30, 2022

Lacy by Sharon Srock


 


The characters are all pretty comfortable, until they're not. There's a plot twist that I didn't see coming, then another. But it all pulls together perfectly. Completely got lost in it and couldn't wait to see what was going to happen. Excellent lessons of more than one kind, and strengthening faith. Excellent read.

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Sunday, December 25, 2022

Marmee by Sarah Miller

 



When reading Little Women or watching the movie, I never really gave much thought to the mother and how she grew up, although I remember finding her puzzling for fleeting moments. This tells her story, faithfully following the beloved classic, explaining some things and uncovering others. Margaret "Marmee" March was quite the interesting forward-thinking woman, and very strong. This is based on Louisa May Alcott's own family. Great read, nice to revisit a favorite classic, realize little things I had forgotten and discover things I didn't know. 

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Tuesday, December 20, 2022

The Apostle's Sister by Angela Hunt

 



Interesting fictional story about the Apostle Paul's sister and their family. Aya changes and grows, learning as she ages, she's always in Paul's shadow. Women were much more restricted at that time, much of what they did or could do was limited by family and Jewish Law. She later finds that there has been a purpose to her paths that could only be made by God. Well told, very realistic, keeping to bible facts. An interesting insight into Paul's life and upbringing. 

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Five and Dime Christmas by Susanne Dietze; Patty Smith Hall; Cynthia Hickey; Christina Lorenzen


Four Historical Novellas
1881 Scranton PA isn't far from where we live. I miss the old Woolworths store we had in our town. Always a great place to be. They always had what you needed. This book is great to read, with these authors it could be nothing less. Sweet Christian romances for four of the girls who work at the store, all with different circumstances and struggles, and four perfectly unique men who were meant to make their lives better. Easy to love each of them. 
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Where Treetops Glisten by Tricia Goyer; Cara Putman; Sarah Sundin

 



Three Stories of Heartwarming Courage and Christmas Romance During World War II

Christian historical. Three unique, enjoyingly long short stories that involve a family and three grandchildren. It's during the time of WW2, which effects each in a way as unique and individual as they are. These authors are fabulous, so you can guarantee this book is too. Never a dull moment, each struggling and learning faith lessons and life lessons. You'll love each member of the family as well as their friends.

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Friday, December 16, 2022

It's Christmas Again - from home!

 

Exciting news! If you missed IT'S CHRISTMAS AGAIN in theaters, you can now watch it at home! What a wonderful choice for a family movie night :) 

Even better: When you watch it at home, $1 from every ticket purchase goes to St. Jude's Children's Hospital! (Note: You must use this link: https://watch.itschristmasagainmovie.com/index/phil)

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Thursday, December 15, 2022

A Fallen Sparrow by Lynne Basham Tagawa



1770 At the beginning of the Revolutionary War. The people living in Boston and Virginia, the rest of the country had come from England, had been loyal to their king. And then things changed. The brits attacked them and their homes. Very real characters, how they felt, their struggles with their changed world. Ruth had stayed loyal to the King but as they fled his men she was looking at sewing a flag for the patriots, embedded as her family was. A couple of romances too, crossing the patriotic line for a time, adding to the tension/trust relationships. Excellent read.

About the Book

 


Book: A Fallen Sparrow

Author: Lynne Basham Tagawa

Genre: Christian Historical Fiction

Release date: August 13, 2022

Ruth Haynes uses the pen name Honorius when she writes for her father’s newspaper. Boston has changed beyond recognition, and her Loyalist views soon get her in trouble. With war looming, what will their family do?

Jonathan Russell hides a guilty secret. The Battle of Bunker’s Hill sweeps him and his Shenandoah Valley family into the war. The unthinkable happens, and he’s forced to deal with both his grief—and his guilt.

Lieutenant Robert Shirley is summoned by his godmother and introduced to the Earl of Dartmouth, who charges him to gather intelligence in Boston. He is horrified but must obey.

Gritty, realistic, and rich with scriptural truth, this story features Dr. Joseph Warren, Major John André, Henry Knox, and Lt. Col. Banastre Tarleton.

 

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About the Author

Lynne Tagawa is an educator and author with four sons and five grandchildren. She is the author of a narrative Texas History curriculum, Sam Houston’s Republic, and enjoys writing historical fiction. She lives with her husband in South Texas. 

More from Lynne

When writing my books, I study all sorts of things: soapmaking, rifles and muskets, and horses. What breeds come to mind when you think of horses?

Here in Texas today, quarter horses are quite common, although you will find a plethora of other types: Arabians, Tennessee Walking horses, Morgans, even Friesens! Interestingly, in the 18th century, the quarter horse did not exist. Thoroughbreds (“hunters”) were fairly common as well as carriage / early draft horses: Cleveland Bays and Canadians. Narragansett pacers were popular as riding horses; George Washington was partial to pacers, and their descendants include the Tennessee Walker. Ponies and mules thrived in the backcountry.

Exotic breeds were imported as well. I included a Friesen stallion in A Fallen Sparrow because—well, because I could. Friesens were part of the ancestry of one of the very first American breeds: the Morgan.

In my stories, the horses all have names and personalities. I hope you enjoy these characters as well as my human ones!

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Giveaway

To celebrate her tour, Lynne is giving away the grand prize package of a $50 Amazon gift card, a signed copy of the book, and handcrafted soap based on the soap a character makes!!

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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