The Pick Pocket Plight

I was so excited to get ahold of this one.  I read the first book and I just hated it to end.  This one continues on with BJ in Australia learning the ranch trade. Alice is thriving in her bakery business.

Is there any chance for the two of them to reunite?  

They both were great judges of character.  They developed friendships with quite interesting people.  And it was a delight to get to know them.  

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I received this book from Boldwood Books to review.

The Pick-Pockets’ Plight

They only had each other – now they’re being torn apart.

When thirteen-year-old Bertram Jordan is arrested and sent to a penal colony in Australia, his biggest regret is leaving behind his friend Alice Truelove. The children were each other’s comfort when they had to live rough on Wednesbury heath, surviving on whatever meagre funds they could pilfer from passing market-goers. Now they must face their futures alone.

While BJ is learning to survive and then thrive on a cattle ranch in Fremantle, surrounded by the hundreds of other men and boys who have been shipped from England, Alice is making her own way in the poverty-stricken Black Country. When a stroke of good fortune means that Alice can start her own business, she cunningly disguises her young age, and before long has established a thriving bakery. As her business grows, so do her responsibilities, and Alice relishes the opportunity to help those who helped her when she was down.

But every night as Alice and BJ rest their heads on opposite sides of the world, both go to sleep with the same last thought. Will they ever see each other again?

The Queen of Black Country sagas is back with a fascinating tale of bravery, forever friendship, heartbreak and joy. Perfect for all fans of Katie Flynn, Val Wood and Lyn Andrews.

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Author Bio –

Lindsey Hutchinson is a bestselling saga author whose novels include The Workhouse Children. She was born and raised in Wednesbury, and was always destined to follow in the footsteps of her mother, the multi-million selling Meg Hutchinson.

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A Hope Unburied

 

Titus 3:4-7 ESV

But when the goodness and loving kindness of God our Savior appeared, he saved us, not because of works done by us in righteousness, but according to his own mercy, by the washing of regeneration and renewal of the Holy Spirit, whom he poured out on us richly through Jesus Christ our Savior, so that being justified by his grace we might become heirs according to the hope of eternal life.

Am I worthy enough?  Does my life have value?

I believe that these are two questions everyone asks themselves.  Eliza did. 

I appreciated the story about  a strong,  but vulnerable woman who loves the Lord.

Not often can I find a book like this.  Eliza had her weak moments but GOD put the right people at the right time in her life.

Eliza was interested in paleontology.  This is quite different career choice for a woman in 1916. Devin was more interested in literature.  They were as different as chalk and cheese but their relationship worked.

Devin and Eliza were lifelong friends.  But could they be more?  I hope so because I loved their characters.

I received this book to review from Celebrate Lit.

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About the Book

Book: A Hope Unburied (Treasures of the Earth Book Three)

Author: Kimberley Woodhouse

Genre: Historical Romance

Release date: September 24, 2024

Beyond the perilous landscape lies a love that defies extinction. . . .

In the bustling world of paleontology in 1916, Eliza Mills defies societal expectations to pursue her passion. Having published her early groundbreaking papers under a false name, she has finally earned her place at the Carnegie Museum and seizes the opportunity to work at Dinosaur National Monument with a renowned paleontologist. But things in Jensen, Utah, aren’t what they appear. When Eliza gets the chance to dig up bones at a ranch with a dark history, it sparks a chain of events that will rock the very fabric of her carefully constructed world.

Devin Schmitt, Eliza’s closest friend since childhood, harbors unspoken feelings for her but knows he will never be able to win her heart. Just as he vows to give her up for good, Eliza begs him to visit her in Utah for another grand adventure. He reluctantly agrees, and within a few days of his arrival, he and Eliza find themselves entangled in a web of danger where the stakes are much higher than they ever anticipated. Together, Devin and Eliza must hold on to God as their hope as they navigate a treacherous terrain of betrayal to unbury the truth and save Eliza from those who wish to see her fail.

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About the Author

Kimberley Woodhouse is an award-winning, bestselling author of more than forty fiction and nonfiction books. Kim and her incredible husband of thirty-plus years live in Colorado, where they play golf together, spend time with their kids and grandkids, and research all the history around them.

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A couple of years ago, I asked readers on my Facebook page what they were interested in reading in Christian fiction. When one reader and friend suggested I write about the Bone Wars, I was intrigued and instantly excited. I had no idea how much of a blessing writing the Treasures of the Earth series would be.

I traveled all over western Colorado, eastern Utah and southern Wyoming, looking at the incredible displays of bones of magnificent creatures of our past. Stopping at every tiny museum along the way, and even driving miles and miles into the middle of nowhere to find just the right setting for The Secrets Beneath. But it was going to Dinosaur National Monument in Jensen, Utah that truly helped these three books come to life.

The monument was established in October 1915 by President Woodrow Wilson. The 80 acres encompassed the Carnegie Quarry, where paleontologist Earl Douglass was digging, trying to find intact dinosaur skeletons to send back to Carnegie’s museum in Pittsburgh. Eventually, President Franklin D. Roosevelt expanded the park to encompass more than 200,000 acres.

But this monument wouldn’t exist without the determination of one man: Earl Douglass. I had the pleasure of meeting and spending time with Diane Douglass Iverson, his granddaughter, during one of my research trips. She was generous with her time and memories as she shared her grandfather’s journals and memories with me. The longer we talked, the more the idea for what would be the third book of this series took shape. Though Earl is not a primary character in Eliza’s story, his presence and impact on the science of paleontology is felt through the pages.

In fact, each chapter of all three books has a quote from the book his son created out of his journal entries, titled Speak to the Earth and It Will Teach You. I am grateful to Diane for the opportunity to share his struggles, hopes, and dreams with my readers.

With this last book, I hope you enjoy Eliza’s joyful spirit, as well as her struggles to find her place in this world. She’s a spirited young woman with a passion for fossils and how God has created this incredible planet. You’ll get to visit Dinosaur National Monument with her, seeing the founding of this great national treasure through her eyes. I hope you love visiting there in your imagination and that you get the opportunity to visit on your own someday. But even more than that, I pray that, like Eliza, you find joy and confidence where God has placed you in His story.

Blog Stops

Babbling Becky L’s Book Impressions, October 21

Bigreadersite, October 21

lakesidelivingsite, October 22

Where Faith and Books Meet, October 23

Lighthouse Academy, October 23

Daylong Reflections, October 24

Debbie’s Dusty Deliberations, October 25

For Him and My Family, October 25

Texas Book-aholic, October 26

Homeschool Academy, October 27

Jeanette’s Thoughts, October 27

Locks, Hooks and Books, October 28

Connie’s History Classroom, October 29

Mary Hake, October 29

Holly’s Book Corner, October 30

Cover Lover Book Review, October 31

Pause for Tales, October 31

Book Looks by Lisa, November 1

Lily’s Corner, November 2

Live.Love.Read., November 2

Labor Not in Vain, November 3

Giveaway

To celebrate her tour, Kimberley is giving away the grand prize of a $20 Amazon gift card and a paperback set of the Treasures of the Earth series: The Secrets Beneath, Set in Stone, and A Hope Unburied!!

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Amish Christmas Rescue

Love can you find you when you least expect it.

Anna loved her chocolate shop. It was everything she hoped for. Except she would love to have a husband and children some day. 

A cute story of Anna and her neighbor's plan to find her one. 

I read this in record speed.  I couldn't put it down. Love, chocolate, a cute dog and Christmas captured my attention.

Samantha Price has become one of my favorite Amish authors.  She delivers every time.

Loved the story.  Loved Anna.

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Samantha grew up in the Brethren community and has a deep affinity for the Amish way of life, which she has studied in detail during over a decade of dedicated research. Her stories radiate authenticity and heart, transporting readers into the peaceful and inspiring world of the Amish community. Samantha is also an animal lover. She shares her home with two spoiled dogs and a rescued cat who thinks she's also a dog.

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Wrangling the Wandering Rancher

I was first introduced to Jody Hedlund a few years ago.  I have no idea how many of her books I have enjoyed. I was hooked from the start.  She continues to entertain me every time.

This book is about Maisy and Tanner.  They have been friends for many years but there was something more there. All it took was one kiss.  A kiss that can't be forgotten. A kiss that makes them rethink what their future may hold.

This story contains everything you want in a story:  passion, adventure, a beautiful girl and a hunky man with a heart of gold!  

I can't get enough of Jody Hedlund's books.  I quickly devour a new book and wait so impatiently for the next. You will love this!!

I received a copy of this book to review from the author.

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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.

The Island Girls

Sometimes we find ourselves doing the unimaginable.   Peggy discovered that she had the emotional and physical strength to accomplish the impossible. She risked everything plus the chance of a future with the love of her life.

Her secrets were discovered years later by a young woman who once was her neighbor, Rebekah.  Rebekah worked on Brownsea Island.  This is where she found a letter that led Rebekah on a road to discovery.  

This story was written in two timelines.  It was easy to read.  I enjoyed reading about both women and of the men that they love.

I received this from Boldwood Books to review.

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The Island Girls

1941: For the townspeople of Poole on the Dorset coast, the war feels like it's right on their doorstep. And with more and more men leaving to fight, one fisherman’s daughter is determined to do whatever she can to help. Peggy volunteers to use her skills on the water to work with the flying boats alongside the RAF based in the harbour. But when she is asked to undertake a special mission, she will have to make a terrible choice – between her duty to her country and her only chance of happiness.

1998: Rebekah has travelled halfway around the world to take up a role on Brownsea Island. This tiny island off the coast of England is a treasure trove of natural wonder, but it still carries the scars of fighting. And when Rebekah discovers a lost letter from the war, hidden all this time, she becomes determined to deliver it, fifty years later.

But the idyllic Dorset harbour hides many more secrets, and Rebekah’s search for the truth will change her life in ways she never imagined possible…

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Rachel Sweasey is a historical fiction novelist. She lives in Australia, where she was born to English parents, but bases her fiction in Poole where she grew up, which provides inspiration for her WW11 stories. Her first book for Boldwood was The Last Boat Home.

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Unforgotten

Wow.  That's the reaction I had as I read this powerful story of an Amish girl and her English cousin. Both girls were dealing with issues that are difficult to forget.

Fear can stop you in your tracks.  Bethanne spent years allowing fear to control her life.  She was traumatized by a past event.  Her Amish family did the best they could to support her.

Candace was living her life with no apparent worries.  And then everything changed.  She tried to handle her problem on her own. But it was only getting worse. Who could she turn to?

We all have experienced fear of some kind or another.  Fear can motivate.  Fear can immobilize. Fear can destroy. Fear can be conquered. 

The cousins found themselves in a situation where they had to rely on each other to battle evil. This gave them the extra strength they didn't know they had.  

I won't forget this book any time soon. 

I received this book to review from the author.

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About the author

Shelley Shepard Gray is a NYT and USA Today bestselling author. She's published over a hundred novels and has over a million books in print. She currently lives in northern Ohio and writes full time.

Shelley lives just an hour from Holmes County, where many of her Amish-themed novels are set. She currently writes contemporary romance and Amish fiction for a variety of publishers. When not spending time with her family or writing, she can usually be found walking her two dachshunds on one of the many trails in the Cleveland area.

She also bakes a lot, loves coconut cream pie, and will hardly ever pull weeds, mow the yard, or drive in the snow.

Shelley also spends a lot of time on line! Please visit her website, www.shelleyshepardgray.com to find out her latest news or to sign up for her newsletter. Shelley can also be found on FaceBook, Instagram @shelley.s.gray, or on Twitter @ShelleySGray.

Jennifer Beckstrand- Amish Christmas Table

Alfie and Benji are at it again.  They have schemed and planned ways to marry off their older brothers so that they can have their bedroom back.  After 4 years of sleeping in the basement, it was about to come true.   But it seems someone just messed up their chance to get out of the stinky, cold and bug infested basement!

These twins are something else.  Adorable but stinkers. You can't help but love them. I'm sure you will enjoy Christmas around the new table with the wonderful Petersheim family.

I was ever so happy to read the next installment of this family.  You never know what to expect. 

This is just one story- Trouble at the Christmas Table  that is in this new book collection called  Amish Christmas Table.  The authors are all known to me as I have been reading Amish fiction for a few years.  I knew I was in for a treat.  Its a perfect choice in preparation for the holiday season. 

Thank you, Jennifer Beckstrand, for giving me the opportunity to read this story.  It is released October 14th for all.  Pick up your copy!

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About the Author

Jennifer Beckstrand is the award-winning, bestselling author of the Matchmakers of Huckleberry Hill series and the Forever After in Apple Lake series. Jennifer has a degree in mathematics and a background in editing. She lives in the foothills of the Wasatch Front in Utah.

The Christmas Gathering

It's October right now.  Pumpkins hot apple cider and a Christmas collection of some wonderful stories that kept me inside today.

I loved every story of this brand new collection. And how can you resist the beautiful cover!   

The three authors are Shelley Shepard Gray, Lenora Worth and Rachel J. Good.  Each author delivered sweet stories based around the Christmas season.

I can't thank Shelley Shepard Gray enough for the opportunity to read this book and give a honest review.

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Family Affairs at Orchard Cottage Hospital

 

Dr. Frances Brakespeare has many unanswered questions about her birth and her adoption. She needs to find answers especially after her adopted mother's sister threatens to take her name and reputation away from her. Frances is a fighter and she will get the answers. But the truth might come at a cost.

On a historical note, it covers a time period where birth control is just being introduced to women in this community.  It's frustrating in seeing how some husbands felt it was a threat.  A threat to what? 

This is Book two of the series.  I was familiar with the characters as I read the previous book.  I loved catching up with them.

I expect this story will continue as it ends with wanting more. I'll be right there ready to read more about Frances and the Orchard County Hospital. 

Thank you Boldwood Books for giving me the opportunity to read this story to review.

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 Family Affairs at Orchard Cottage Hospital

Times are changing as secrets unfold…

Somerset, 1931Doctor Frances Brakespeare continues to settle into her new life in rural Somerset at Orchard Cottage Hospital, striving to improve the medical treatments on offer to the community.

After successfully establishing a mother and baby clinic, Frances is determined to move with the times and add family planning advice to her roster – but are the residents of Norton Dene ready for such progress or will she face opposition?

In her personal life, her relationship with the Reverend Gregory Sampson becomes her safe haven whilst battling with an embittered family relative in London. As always, Frances strives to honour the values inherited from her late benefactress Izzy Brakespeare.

As further dark family secrets and sins unfold, it seems the Brakespeare family name will have more resonance to Frances than she ever imagined and when a stranger enters her life, Frances may finally have the answers she has always sought.

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Author Bio – 

Lizzie Lane is the author of over 50 books, a number of which have been bestsellers.  She was born and bred in Bristol where many of her family worked in the cigarette and cigar factories, this inspired her saga series for Boldwood The Tobacco Girls.

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Counting Miracles

Nicholas Sparks never lets you down.  He always delivers a book that you will enjoy.  This is no exception.  

I loved the story and the characters became real to me.  

Jasper tugged at my heart.  He had suffered so much in his life. But he never lost faith.  The kindness he received from his Doctor and her son was a blessing.  More than a blessing because it brought him Tanner.

Great book.

A Wife for the Rancher

Ryder was in a terrible predicament.   He needed a mother for his young son, Boone.  His only choice was to write to a mail order bride.

Genevieve needed to get away and she needed to do it fast.  She escaped to Colorado and married Ryder under false pretenses.  

Both needed to keep a physical and emotional distance from each other.  Genevieve felt this was a temporary situation.  Ryder was burned before and was waiting for it to happen again.

I really enjoyed the story.  It was a delight to see how their expectations of each other changed and how their relationship developed.

Close to the end of the book two characters were introduced.  Mr. Abercrombie is the least person you would expect to be a lawyer.  But wow, he was good and honest with his advice.  Emmitt was hired to bring Genevieve back to Colorado against her wishes.  He turned out to be one of her biggest protectors.   She couldn't go wrong with them and Ryder by her side.

Thank you, Jody Hedlund for allowing me to read this book to review.

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About the author

Jody Hedlund is the best-selling author of over fifty books and is the winner of numerous awards. She writes sweet, clean historical romances with plenty of sizzle (but without the spice).