The Underground Book Readers: United Forces

 

United Forces Epic Book Launch

About the Book

Book: The Underground Book Readers: United Forces

Author: Terry Overton

Genre: Middle grade, pre-teen, teen dystopian

Release date: March 1, 2023

In the second book of The Underground Book Readers, Leena, Kahn, Casey, Jairus, Asher, and Conroy face unpredicted challenges. The World Force tightens its grip on the remaining teens and children of the Blue Ridge Mountains area. Increased patrols and drones are seen nearly every day as they visit their underground cavern to read forbidden books and study the Bible. The Underground Book Readers attempt to find out the identity and purpose of a new threatening group seen on a nearby mountain while they continue to work on an escape tunnel. But they soon discover there is more under Leena’s house than a cellar. The underground group design a spy mission to the other mountain. Questions remain about possible escapees who left to find a free territory in what used to be called the United States in the world before.

BOOK EXCERPT

United Forces Excerpt 6

“There is no other way. We must figure out who these people are and what they are doing. If they are still over there tomorrow, we will have no choice but to make a plan to spy on them during the day. But cautiously. We can’t risk being seen or taken by the World Force.”

Jairus once again showing his leadership ability, stepped in front of the group. “Let’s go back inside. We need to be out of sight.”

The group followed Jairus, and Leena opened the door of her house for their entry. They entered and each took a seat in the living room by the fireplace.

“As I said outside,” Kahn continued, “We don’t have a choice. We must figure out what they are up to. Maybe they are looking for food or shelter. But we must be careful whatever we do.”

Casey turned to look directly at Kahn. “I’m not sure what to believe. We all heard the rumors; they could be dissenters stealing from people because they are hungry. Or they could be people like us, just hiding.”

Conroy raised his hand.

“No need to raise your hand, Conroy,” Jairus said.

“Okay. I just want to say, even if they aren’t World Force, like Casey said, they could be up to no good. They may want to take possession of what we have here.”

MISSED ANY EXCERPTS, GO HERE:

Excerpt One: https://www.artistwriterandstudentohmy.com/posts/united-forces-book-excerpt/

Excerpt Two: https://amandanicolle.blogspot.com/2023/01/united-forces_22.html

Excerpt Three: http://montanamade.weebly.com/tell-tale-book-reviews/epic-book-launch-united-forces-by-terry-overton

Excerpt Four: http://www.simpleharvestreads.com/posts/united-forces-book-excerpt/

Excerpt Five: https://catsinthecradle.blog/2023/02/08/united-forces-epic-book-launch/

Excerpt Six: https://nannie3.blogspot.com/2023/01/the-underground-book-readers-united.html

Excerpt Seven: https://guildmaster97.wordpress.com/2023/02/11/united-forces-epic-book-launch-excerpt/

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Terry Overton obtained her Ph.D. in Psychology and her Ed. D. in special education. She taught in public schools and was a school psychologist and a professor before retiring in 2016. She began her second “career” after retirement writing Christian fiction books and devotionals. She hopes to share the Christian worldview through her writing and touch the lives of her readers. Her novels, middle grade readers, and picture books seek to entertain readers through the travel experiences and characters included in her books. Her books have earned Bookfest Awards, Firebird Award Winner, American Writing Award Gold, International Finalist Book Award, Reader Views Awards, Reader’s Favorite Awards and the Mom’s Choice Award. She currently resides in Laguna Vista, Texas, near the Texas-Mexico border. She enjoys Biblical history and general Bible studies, writing, and enjoying family and friends. She has seven grandchildren and one great granddaughter.

Conveniently Wed to the Laird

 

A little different than my normal pick.  But I enjoyed the story of Catriona and Ewan.  An unexpected romance?  Or a convenient arrangement?  Would Catriona accept the Laird's terms?

I liked that it was set in Scotland.  My ancestors were from there.  Of course, it's quite popular right now due to a television show.   I can only imagine how beautiful the area is and how Ewan wanted so much to save his clan. My husband and I plan to visit there next year.  I wouldn't be surprised if I thought of this story as we explore the countryside.  

Both Catriona and Ewan learned survival skills early on to give them the strength and ability to endure painful periods of their lives. These very skills could also prevent them from finding true happiness.  This book is set in the 1700s but this happens now to so many.

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About Jeanine Englert

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Jeanine Englert’s love affair with mysteries and romance began with Nancy Drew, Murder She Wrote, and her Grandmother’s bookshelves full of romance novels. She is a VIVIAN® and Golden Heart® Finalist as well as a Silver Falchion, Maggie, and Daphne du Maurier Award Winner in historical romance and mystery. Her Scottish Highland historical and historical romantic suspense novels revolve around characters seeking self-acceptance and redemption. When she isn’t wrangling with her characters on the page, she can be found trying to convince her husband to watch her latest Masterpiece or BBC show obsession. She loves to talk about books, writing, her beloved rescue pups, as well as mysteries and romance with other readers. Visit her website at www.jeaninewrites.com.

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Her Heart's Desire

Mary needed to get away.  She was tired of being bullied by girls she once thought were friends.  Her parents assisted Mary in taking a vacation to Florida.  This trip was the break she needed.  

This trip became more than a vacation.  It became a journey of discovery.  

Have you ever taken a vacation that changed the course of your life? I took a Carribean cruise after my divorce in 2000.   I needed some time away to get my head together.  I went on this vacation alone.  This trip proved to me that I'll be okay.  I will survive. 

The characters  in this book were restless and at a crossroad. Decisions needed to be made for their futures.  Some time away helped them see their lives in a different perspective. 

I enjoyed the story.  I love to read anything about the Amish.  

I received this ebook from Revell Reads to review.

About the author (2023)

Shelley Shepard Gray is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author, a finalist for the American Christian Fiction Writers' prestigious Carol Award, and a two-time HOLT Medallion winner. She lives in southern Ohio, where she writes full-time, bakes too much, and can often be found walking her dachshunds on her town’s bike trail.

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Holding the Line

Rose had a job she loved.  She needed no man to make her happy.  She was done with men.  They can't be trusted.  Then she met John.  

Was Rose "Holding the Line" to protect her heart?  Did John let family obligations get in his way of happiness?  

A sweet story of how your past can possibly prevent true happiness in the future.  I am amazed that I was not like Rose.  Divorced and hurt that my ex could treat me in such a cold manner.  I was disappointed and questioned if I could meet someone that was worthy of my trust.  I was guarded but not to the extent where I would shut out any future suitor.  Thank goodness!  I married the love of my life 7 years later.

I received this early copy to review by the author.

JENNIFER DELAMARE

A history fan, travel lover, and outdoor enthusiast, Jennifer Delamere writes tales of the past...and of new beginnings. Her debut novel An Heiress at Heart was an RWA RITA® award finalist, and her follow-up, A Lady Most Lovely, earned a starred review from Publishers Weekly and the Maggie Award for Excellence from Georgia Romance Writers. Jennifer earned her B.A. in English from McGill University in Montreal, Canada, where she also gained fluency in French and developed an abiding passion for winter sports. An avid reader of both classic novels and historical fiction, she also enjoys biographies and histories, which she mines for the vivid details to bring to life the characters and places in her books.

Critical Threat

Can you imagine living with the reality that your father is a serial killer?  Sam not only knew but he was the one who turned him in to the police.  

An interesting story that has quite a lot of underlying emotional overtones.  FBI Special Agent Grace Billingsley has overwhelming guilt over her past. Prison psychiatrist Sam Monroe has his own demons to deal with.  

Can Sam and Grace work together to catch a serial killer?  Can they put their emotional issues aside to get the job done? 

I enjoyed the book not knowing what was going to happen next.  I have read a few of Lynette Eason's books and have enjoyed each one. I'm sure you won't be disappointed with this one.

Christmas at the Little Knitting Box

I'm a crocheter but it didn't stop me from reading this cute story. A chance for love at Christmas.

I so wanted Cleo to be happy.  Is Dylan the one for her?  

Helen Rolfe wrote this delightful book.  I haven't read much by this author but I'm anxious to read more.

There just might be a chance of a Happily ever after amongst the skeins of yarn.

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#readalong

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Helen Rolfe writes romantic fiction and women's fiction. She enjoys weaving stories about family, friendship, secrets, and community. Characters often face challenges and must fight to overcome them, but above all, Helen's stories always have a happy ending. Location is a big part of the adventure in Helen's books and she enjoys setting stories in different cities and countries around the world. So far, locations have included Melbourne, Sydney, New York, Connecticut, Bath and the Cotswolds. She also loves creating village settings or places with a small-town feel and a big sense of community. Born and raised in the UK, Helen graduated from University with a business degree and began working in I.T. This job took her over to Australia where she eventually turned her attentions back to the career she'd dreamt of when she was fourteen. She studied writing and journalism and wrote articles for women's health and fitness magazines. Helen began writing fiction in 2011 and hasn't missed the I.T. world one little bit... in fact she may just have found her dream job! You can find Helen at: www.helenjrolfe.com https://www.facebook.com/helenjrolfewriter https://twitter.com/hjrolfe https://www.instagram.com/helen_j_rolfe/

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Chick LitContemporary Romance

 

A Christmas Memory

There are only 182 pages in this book.  A small book.  But it contains some very important messages between the covers.  

I love reading each and every book by Richard Paul Evans.  This is no exception.  It touched my heart.  Mr. Evans shared a Christmas memory that resonates with me. 

I highly recommend this touching story.  It's not a typical Christmas story like you would expect by the title.   

ABOUT AUTHOR

Richard Paul Evans is the #1 bestselling author of The Christmas Box. He has since written 41 consecutive New York Times bestsellers and is one of the few authors in history to have hit both the fiction and non-fiction bestseller lists. There are more than thirty-five million copies of his books in print worldwide, translated into more than 22 languages. He is the recipient of numerous awards, including the American Mothers Book Award, the Romantic Times Best Women’s Novel of the Year Award, the German Audience Gold Award for Romance, five Religion Communicators Council Wilbur Awards, The Washington Times Humanitarian of the Century Award, and the Volunteers of America National Empathy Award. Evans lives in Salt Lake City, Utah, with his wife, Keri, and their five children and two grandchildren.

Samantha Price - An Amish Christmas Caper

Would you ever imagine seeing an Amish woman working at a store's as Mrs. Claus?  Well, that is where Mary landed up after not doing to well in other departments.  She needed a job and this was her only option.  She didn't want anyone to know her secret.  But secrets do get out.

Her mother had the neighbor, Abraham picked out for Mary's husband.  How can Mom be so wrong?  Mary had her eye on someone else.  Mary discovers that her Mother knew best.  

A cute Christmas story that is bound to make you smile.  

I received this from the author to review.

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Samantha Price wrote stories from a young age, but it wasn't until later in life that she took up writing full time. Samantha is best known for the Ettie Smith Amish Mysteries series and the Expectant Amish Widows series.

To learn more about Samantha and her books, visit: SamanthaPriceAuthor.com

ABOUT AUTHOR

Samantha Price is a USA Today bestselling author of Amish romance books and cozy mysteries. She was raised Brethren and has a deep affinity for the Amish way of life, which she has explored extensively with over a decade of research.

She is mother to two pampered rescue cats, and a very spoiled staffy with separation issues.

Samantha loves to hear from her readers. Connect at:

samantha@samanthapriceauthor.com

www.facebook.com/SamanthaPriceAuthor

www.instagram.com/SamanthaPriceAuthor

Twitter @AmishRomance

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Wanda Brunstetter's No Waste Cookbook

 Not one to bake nowadays.  Super easy and delicious!!!

A Trail so Lonesome

A Trail So Lonesome Epic Book Launch

About the Book

Book: A Trail So Lonesome

Author: Lacy Williams

Genre: Christian Historical Romance

Release date: January 12, 2023

Spending five months eating trail dust wasn’t Leo Spencer’s first choice. Or his second. He’s not one to run away, but some situations can’t be fixed and his family—two brothers and a sister—needs to start over. Which is how he finds himself on a westbound wagon train.

Evangeline has a secret, one that has sent her on a journey across the plains on the Oregon Trail. When her father is badly hurt and she needs help, Leo is there. A deal is struck and the two unlikely friends form an alliance… that leads to more.

But Evangeline’s secret looms over her… and Leo’s family troubles are far from over.

BOOK EXCERPT

A Trail So Lonesome Excerpt 5

“You’re our captain. Isn't that reason enough?" She sounded stiff and uncomfortable. And maybe it was wrong of him to feel a bit of glee.

"It’d be more believable if we play-act that I am your beau.” 

She was silent.

“You know it’s not real. So do I. But to everyone else, we are courting. No one will question it.”

She still didn't say anything, and he wondered for a moment whether his pride and his suggestion had lost him the chance for that cash.

But then her voice came stiff and cold in the darkness. "Fine."

She'd agreed. Maybe he would regret it when he was fully awake or tomorrow morning, when she couldn't hide that little displeased frown. But for now, he could almost taste the freedom of knowing that his siblings were settled and well taken care of.

"You should get some rest," he said. "I've got to go on watch."

He sensed more than saw her nod in the darkness. "I'll walk you back to your tent."

She hesitated. Was she rethinking the whole thing?

“Good night,” she muttered.

And it was. A night offering him a whole new start.

MISSED ANY EXCERPTS, GO HERE:

Excerpt One: https://amandanicolle.blogspot.com/2022/12/a-trail-so-lonesome.html

Excerpt Two: https://guildmaster97.wordpress.com/2022/12/23/a-trail-so-lonesome-epic-book-launch-excerpt/

Excerpt Three: http://www.simpleharvestreads.com/posts/a-trail-so-lonesome-book-excerpt/

Excerpt Four: https://catsinthecradle.blog/2022/12/07/a-trail-so-lonesome-epic-book-launch/

Excerpt Five: https://nannie3.blogspot.com/2022/12/a-trail-so-lonesome.html?m=1

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Lacy Williams wishes her writing career was more like what you see in Hallmark movies: dreamy brainstorming from a French chateau or a few minutes at the computer in a million-dollar New York City penthouse. In reality, she’s up before the sun, putting words on the page before her kids wake up for the day. Those early-morning and late-night writing sessions add up, and Lacy has published sixty books in a decade, first with a big five publisher and then as an indie author. When she needs to refill the well, you can find Lacy birdwatching, gardening, biking with the kiddos, or walking the dog. Find tons of bonus scenes and reader extras by becoming a VIP reader at www.lacywilliams.net/vip 

A Mother's Christmas Wish

A wonderful book that shows that you are given a second (third or fourth) chance to make things right.  

Emma made some terrible decisions that resulted in her moving to her Aunt Bessie's pub in Ryhope.  Emma no sooner arrived when one more rash behavior changed her life forever.

The characters in this story were fantastic to read about.  It  just was what you would think who would reside in a small village.  Everyone knows your business.  No one can really keep a secret.  And Emma did have secrets.

I really enjoyed the book.  This was my first time reading anything by Glenda Young.  This won't be last.  I love historical stories based in England.  I had to laugh when they introduced Christmas crackers to Emma.  I  bought them for Christmas last year.  I have a picture of the whole family wearing their paper hats around the table.

I was given the opportunity to read this ebook by Boldwood Books to review.  Thank you for that as I loved it.

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AUTHOR:

Glenda Young credits her local library in the village of Ryhope, where she grew up, for giving her her love of books. She still lives close by in Sunderland and often gets her ideas for her stories on long bike rides along the coast. A life-long fan of Coronation Street, she runs two fan websites for which she sometimes interviews the cast of the show.