Monday, October 2, 2023

Lost In Snowy Valley by Heather Trim


 


Not just for Christmas! Heather is really a master at transporting you to a different place like a dream. Such detail! And of course there are healing, faith filled lessons to be learned. Sometimes when you receive bad news, something hard to deal with, you need some time and perspective.  Aimed at young adults but lovely for old adults too. Another hit! I highly recommend it, would make an excellent gift.
I received this book free from the author. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own.

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023

The Blind - movie

 



Well told, acted, filmed true story about Phil and Kay Robertson. Very real. Whether you're a fan of their tv series already or don't know anything about them, it's a great story of hope, redemption and forgiveness. None of us are perfect. Sometimes we need to hit rock bottom to be saved. His brother gave up on him, but his sister and wife didn't and brought a pastor to him. Beautiful story of his breakthrough and the change it made for his family. Very moving and inspirational, a movie you won't want to miss.

The Blind is a powerful true story that showcases God’s redemptive power to change our lives when we surrender to Him!

Synopsis: Long before Phil Robertson was a reality TV star, he fell in love, started a 
family, and began to spiral out of control. THE BLIND shares never-before-revealed 
moments in Phil’s life as he seeks to conquer the shame of his past, ultimately finding redemption in an unlikely place.

Buy tickets today to see The Blind only in theaters starting 9/28!

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Giveaway: $10 Amazon giftcard
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Many thanks to Tread Lively for blessing us with a sample of the movie for this review. Opinions are 100% my own.

Tuesday, September 26, 2023

The Legacy of Longdale Manor by Carrie Turansky

 


I liked the way the author worded it: "comfort and wisdom can be passed on to those the Lord brings into our lives, and fatherhood, forgiveness, and holding on to your faith through painful times are lessons throughout this great story." Nicely transitions through the timeslips between great-great grandmother and daughter. They have a lot in common. Both of their journeys are heartfelt and touching. Great read!

I received this book free from the author, 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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Saturday, September 23, 2023

Madame Pommery by Rebecca Rosenberg

 



1858 France. Delicious. Heart wrenching during the war. Victorious afterward. Beautiful story about a strong, smart woman who followed her instincts in creating a new business when told she would fail, was betrayed and brow beaten, while caring for and nurturing an entire town with dignity and grace. And she changed champagne forever. Bravo! Hard to put down. (Mildly risqué.)

I received this book free from the author, 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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There is another coming in the series!



“This effervescent historical novel paints a richly detailed portrait of the enterprising Veuve Clicquot. The twinned plots of Clicquot and Napoleon Bonaparte’s rise and fall are filled with detail that give life to this far-off time. The prose is light, yet detailed, and peppered with moments of wry humor. Napoleon's characterization is well-crafted and give his character new life. Clicquot’s character is charming, and readers will love getting to know her. Rosenberg has a superb eye for blending humor with drama.” ~Publisher’s Weekly BookLife Prize

From triple-gold award-winning author, Rebecca Rosenberg: Champagne, France, 1800. Twenty-year-old Barbe-Nicole inherited Le Nez (an uncanny sense of smell) from her great-grandfather, a renowned champagne maker. She is determined to use Le Nez to make great champagne, but the Napoleon Code prohibits women from owning a business. When she learns her childhood sweetheart, François Clicquot, wants to start a winery, she marries him despite his mental illness.

Soon, her husband’s tragic death forces her to become Veuve (Widow) Clicquot and grapple with a domineering partner, the complexities of making champagne, and six Napoleon wars, which cripple her ability to sell champagne. When she falls in love with her sales manager, Louis Bohne, who asks her to marry, she must choose between losing her winery to her husband, as dictated by Napoleon Code, or losing Louis.

In the ultimate showdown, Veuve Clicquot defies Napoleon himself, risking prison and even death.

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Thursday, September 21, 2023

A Beautiful Disguise by Roseanna M. White

 



I don't very often have something to take away from a book no matter how entertaining, but this time I was moved, touched by the dialog, especially faith lessons from a missionary. Amazingly entertaining and unexpected mystery, romance and introduction to wonderful characters who will be in a series... one I'm very much looking forward to continuing to read. Very realistic, quite detailed so very easy to see the settings. Not a formula romance story. I loved it!
I received this book free from the author, 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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Tuesday, September 19, 2023

Journey To Bethlehem Trailer

 



Think you've heard it, seen it all before? Nope. Beautifully done, would love to see the movie when it comes out. Can you believe Antonio Banderas in this clip? Wow. Love the personalization shown here, the perspectives. In theatres November 10, 2023.

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Synopsis:
A young woman carrying an unimaginable responsibility. A young man torn between love and honor. A jealous king who will stop at nothing to keep his crown. This live-action Christmas musical adventure for the entire family weaves classic Christmas melodies with humor, faith and new pop songs in a retelling of the greatest story ever told, the story of Mary and Joseph and the birth of Jesus. A unique new entry into the collection of holiday classic movies, this epic Christmas musical is unlike any before it.

Official Trailer(339) Journey To Bethlehem - Official Trailer - YouTube

Movie website: Journey To Bethlehem - Coming To Theaters November 10! (journeytobethlehemmovie.com)

Monday, September 18, 2023

Christmas Bells and Wedding Vows by Jody Hedlund, Lacy Williams, and Misty M. Beller

 

Swoony to sweet, you'll love these novellas. Strong women and strong protective men, each just who the other needs. Every one a marriage of convenience that turns out to be the best they could have imagined, though not easy. You'll quickly develop special deep feelings for each of them. A quick but satisfying read. Perfect for your holiday break. 

I received this book free from the author, publisher and CelebrateLit 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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About the Book

Book: Christmas Bells and Wedding Vows – A Marriage of Convenience Anthology

Authors: Jody Hedlund, Lacy Williams, and Misty M. Beller

Genre: Christian Historical Romance

Release Date: September 26, 2023

From bestselling and award winning authors, experience Christmas on the rugged western frontier with three novellas filled with unforgettable adventures, enduring romance, and the timeless message of hope found in the Savior’s birth.

Claiming the Cowgirl by Jody Hedlund

Serena Taylor is hiding in Colorado’s high country to keep her son safe, and she knows the best way to protect him is by marrying again and giving him a father. Weston Oakley needs a wife by Christmas to placate his meddling family, but after being spurned one too many times in love, he’s reluctant to give his heart away again. When they agree on a marriage of convenience, both of them get much more than they bargained for.

Doctor’s Snowflake Bride by Lacy Williams
Minnie steps off the train ready to become a mail-order bride, but she finds the well-dressed man waiting for her isn’t her intended husband. The protective oath Jed took when he became a doctor doesn’t cover stranded women, but he can’t leave the beautiful stranger alone in a building blizzard two days before Christmas. When circumstances force them into close proximity, Jed and Minnie find that their growing feelings aren’t convenient at all.

Marrying the Mountain Man’s Best Friend by Misty M. Beller

Two Stones, a Salish warrior accustomed to navigating between tribes and miners, unexpectedly finds himself summoned to the side of a dying friend in Virginia City. Sworn to honor the miner’s last wish, Two Stones agrees to marry his daughter, Heidi, but plans to take her to live with his parents. He’ll provide all her needs, make sure she’s safe, and visit her on occasion when his path leads him that direction. As they set out on the journey, their path is fraught with challenges that defy Two Stones’ plans and reveal a surprising depth to Heidi’s character. As they near the end of their trail and join the Christmas festivities at the Coulter Ranch, Two Stones begins to realize this inconvenient marriage might really be a Christmas gift he’ll always treasure.

 

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About the Authors


Jody Hedlund is the best-selling author of over forty books and is the winner of numerous awards. She writes sweet historical romances with plenty of sizzle.

USA Today bestselling author Lacy Williams is devoted to bringing her readers heartwarming love stories about cowboys and the women that tame them.

Misty M. Beller is a USA Today bestselling author of romantic mountain stories, set on the 1800s frontier and woven with the truth of God’s love.

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When Friends Join Forces…Magic Happens!

For me, joining with my good friends Jody Hedlund and Lacy Williams resulted in Christmas magic!

Ever since I was young, Christmas stories have held a special place in my heart. The charm and warmth they exude, coupled with the enchantment of the holiday season, are a captivating combination I find irresistible. Can you relate?

I’ve also long been a HUGE fan of Jody Hedlund and Lacy Williams. I’ve read so many of their books over and over!

Joining them for this Christmas novella collection has been a dream come true for so many reasons. And not only are these three marriage of convenience stories set on the Rocky Mountain frontier (my favorite place!), each of these novellas is an exciting extension of the current series we’re each writing.

Jody’s novella is the finale to her Colorado Cowgirls series. We meet both the hero and heroine of this Christmas story back in book 4. You don’t have to have read Jody’s series to fall in love with them here though!

Lacy’s novella tells the story of a character from a new mail order bride series she has coming soon. This prelude is a fantastic taste that will have you swooning as you eagerly await the rest of the books!

My own contribution features Two Stones, the Coulter family’s best friend from the Brothers of Sapphire Mountain Ranch series. I love having the chance to tell his story, even though he’s not ‘officially’ one of the brothers.

If you’ve read any of these series—or if you just love Christmas books like I do!—you’ll definitely want to read the novellas in Christmas Bells and Wedding Vows. It’s our collective holiday gift to you, the readers—intertwining familiar settings and characters with the joy and love that the festive season brings. We hope these tales bring you the same warmth and joy we’ve felt while penning them.

Blessings!

Misty

Blog Stops

Locks, Hooks and Books, September 5
Debbie’s Dusty Deliberations, September 6
Alena Mentink, September 6
Texas Book-aholic, September 7
Mary Hake, September 7
By the Book, September 8
She Lives To Read, September 8
Vicky Sluiter, September 9
Melissa’s Bookshelf, September 10
Truth and Grace Homeschool Academy, September 10
Abba’s Prayer Warrior Princess, September 11
Library Lady’s Kid Lit, September 12
Gina Holder, Author and Blogger, September 13 (Author Interview)
Connie’s History Classroom, September 14
Blossoms and Blessings, September 15
Britt Reads Fiction, September 15
For Him and My Family, September 16
Labor Not in Vain, September 16
Holly’s Book Corner, September 17
Jeanette’s Thoughts, September 17
Books You Can Feel Good About, September 18
Jodie Wolfe – Stories Where Hope and Quirky Meet, September 18

Giveaway

To celebrate their tour, Misty, Jody, and Lacy are giving away the grand prize of a $50 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/28138/christmas-bells-and-wedding-vows-celebration-tour-giveaway


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