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Monday, April 18, 2022

Every Word Unsaid by Kimberly Duffy

Beauty from ashes. 1870. Gussie is from a privileged family. Her family is rough on her because she doesn't want to conform to what they want. They call her worthless. She only has 2 friends, who had moved away when they were kids. So, she runs away on adventures. She has a Kodak camera, and a job with a magazine where she is successful, but she's writing secretly. Her Uncle, who loves her, was a former Pinkerton and tracks her down each time and brings her back. Women didn't travel alone at that time, and their reputations were fragile. Things get worse with her family, so she's glad her boss sends her to India where she finds her two childhood friends and, gradually, herself. She learns that even though she is from a privileged background, she has something in common with a new friend in India, a widow who has been badly abused. Not the same physical things, but mentally. Her personal growth expands as things happen wherever she goes. Deeply told, with wonderful characters you can plainly see and feel their thoughts and feelings. This is a time and place of plague and horrible treatment of the people in India. Gussie's trials deepen, reforming her life. Excellent read, wish the story continued longer.

I received this book free from the publisher and NetGalley book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own.

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Thursday, April 14, 2022

The Mozart Code by Rachel McMillan

A spy story set in Austria and Prague after WW2 was over. There were struggling factions fighting over who would take over the cities. It was also a time when the treasures that had been taken from Jews during the occupation were being sought by rightful owners and thieves alike. For Sophie, centered in music and artifacts and Simon, centered in chess, they each were hiding secrets about the work they were doing, just as they had during the war. They were both from wealthy, manipulating families. Mostly a dark tale with murder, mystery, secrets and constant danger for them all. Quite intricate the way the twists come together; makes you want to know how their lives will turn out.

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Wednesday, April 13, 2022

The Dash: Making a Difference With Your Life (Inspirational Gift Book Featuring the Poem, The Dash)

Inspired by the poem "The Dash" by Linda Ellis, this contains touching short stories of life lessons, some of the most simple experiences in life that were the most meaningful. Take a deeper look at your own life when you read this book. Perspective is everything, how we act and approach others is more meaningful than we might realize. Great quotes and beautiful photography.

Quotes:

"...we all know ducks who make lots of noise, quacking and complaining about their problems in life. And then there are eagles who go about their business and consistently soar above the crowd."

"How far you go in your life depends on your being tender with the young, compassionate with the aged, sympathetic with the striving, and tolerant of the weak and strong. Because someday in your life you will have been all of these."

George Washington Carver

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Tuesday, April 12, 2022

The Mulligan

The Mulligan is a new film about the power of second chances, grace, and healing. What a great reminder of the hope and redemption we find in Christ!

Oh what a fabulous movie! My husband and I really enjoyed watching it. Paul, a very successful business owner, isn't as successful in his personal life. When he goes to play a golf game that is very important to his business because of a networking opportunity, things don't go as planned for him. But he is directed to an "Old Pro" for advice. Pat Boone is the perfect actor for this part. Using the game of golf to teach Paul important life lessons is brilliant. Can't praise this enough. Needs more than a 5 star rating. Beautifully done!

Many thanks to Reelworks Studios for providing a sample of the product for this review. Opinions are 100% my own and NOT influenced by monetary compensation.

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FROM THE PUBLISHER ABOUT THE MULLIGAN

Based on the popular book by Wally Armstrong and Ken Blanchard, THE MULLIGAN is an inspiring reminder that second chances are only one step away. From the producer of BOBBY

JONES: STROKE OF GENIUS, and the director-producer team behind THE ULTIMATE GIFT

comes THE MULLIGAN, sporting an all-star cast that includes Eric Close (NASHVILLE, AMERICAN SNIPER) as Paul, Pat Boone as the Old Pro, and PGA golfer Tom Lehman and broadcasting legend Jim Nantz as themselves. See it in theaters for two nights only on April 18 & 19.

• About the book, The Mulligan: THE MULLIGAN is based on the beloved book by former PGA

touring pro Wally Armstrong and bestselling author and business executive Ken Blanchard.

This inspiring story about relationships, forgiveness, and priorities is a shot of grace. Golf's

gracious do-over, a mulligan is the beginning of Paul McAllister’s second chance. Guided by

the wisdom and advice of the Old Pro, Paul learns about priorities, self-confidence, and

playing a good game both on and off the course. The Mulligan is a parable of second

chances.

Whether it’s a second shot during a friendly round, rediscovering lost priorities, or the opportunity to make something good of a situation gone bad, there are times we all could use a mulligan.

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Monday, March 28, 2022

The Puppet Maker's Daughter by Karla M. Jay

Incredible story of a girl and her family in Budapest just before the end of WW2. In only nine months they went from living under restrictive regulations to wholesale mass deportations and the murder of 565,000. The war was almost over, so the Germans wanted to quickly liberate the city of all the Jews, wiping out all generations. This is an important story, and timely with the recent attack on the Ukraine by Russia, and the socialist leaning current government in the US. It shows the steps that lead to such evil and power growth, as well as what happens, the torture and hatred. These are lessons that should never be forgotten. Stories like these personify the horror and persecution that occurred. You can nearly feel every bit of the pain. What's even more incredible is that the Germans themselves are rarely involved in clearing Jews from the villages and steering them into ghettos outside the towns. It’s the local gendarmes who drive the villagers from their homes and allow looting of their properties. The Arrow Cross organizations were really vicious in their treatment of Jews and those who helped them. They were ruthless in hunting them down and executing large groups. Leaves an impression!

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Thursday, March 24, 2022

The Letter from Briarton Park by Sarah E. Ladd

Christian Historical Romance 1811

Cassandra was given a letter at the Headmistress' death bed. It was a lead to the parents and heritage that she never knew. She was raised there at the school and a teacher, but that was all gone now. All alone, she went to see the man who wrote the letter. Murder and mystery throughout, with happenings turning her around the Briarton Park Manor and the village as she unwrapped the layers hiding who she was. Holds your interest, pull at your heartstrings, makes you hold your breath for more than one reason. Entertaining excellent read to get lost in.

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Wednesday, March 23, 2022

Lumberjacks and Ladies

No fluff here. All stories are set in the 1800s. Each story is rich and as full as a full-length novel. Each is very unique with a lot of depth for each couple, who are making their way through life with unexpected turns. Very entertaining, never boring. Excellent read! Each and every one holds your interest to the delightful end.

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