Truly, Madly, Deeply

 Karen Kingsbury knows how to pull on your heart strings.  This book does that and more.  She delivers a powerful message with Annalee and the Baxter family.  

This message is for everyone.  Not one person is excluded from life's ups and downs.  We all suffer somehow from loss and fear.  We all celebrate our successes and joy.  But whom should we turn to in the good and bad times?  GOD.  He has our back.  Always.

I could relate to this story as I am a retired juvenile probation officer.  Every day brought unexpected challenges and danger.  I prayed daily for the strength, wisdom, protection and the words that GOD only could provide as I went about my business.  

After I retired I worked part-time for a police department.  I saw the positive impact that was made in the community by good and honest officers.  During these times it is a difficult task.  It is sometimes a thankless job.  But I also saw the  community embrace the officers.  Families and businesses would stop and thank the officers.  Officers were well fed as often they would come in with food.

Not everyone can do this job.  It is a calling.  Tommy knew that this is what he wanted to do with his life.  

Great book.  I highly recommend it.

Jingle All The Way by Debbie Macomber

 It is always a treat to read the new Debbie Macomber's Christmas book.  I look forward to opening the book and being transformed into the Christmas spirit no matter what time of year it is.  This year is no exception.

I found this book a little different than others.  Maybe is was the location: The Amazon.  It sure took me to a location I have never thought to go.  Everly had no interest in going there either.  But she sure was glad she went.

This story demonstrated that there are moments in time where we have to re-evaluate where we are and where do we want to be in the future.  I for one know that this is true.  Taking a risk is not easy.  Change is not easy.

Pick up your copy now and get in the Christmas mood with Everly/Daisy.  

Thanks, Debbie!  

The Amish Christmas Gift

 This book is part of a series: Hidden Springs by Laura V. Hilton.  Levi kept a secret that was destroying everything he loved and cherished.  Elsie suffered the consequences. 

The book is a little more suggestive than most Amish books I have read.  I still enjoyed the characters and the storyline.  How could you not like Amish George or sweet Abigail?

Christmas was just around the corner.  I enjoyed the premise of the holiday season and the fun of family and friends getting to celebrate together.  When have you ever experienced a taffy pull? It made me think of a time when my Dad and Mom made homemade candy.  It became quite messy and they were in a rush to get it done.  I think I was around 12 but I can remember it as if it was yesterday.  

I received this for free to review.

Help From Heaven

 We all experience times when we need help. We pick up the phone and call 911 for assistance.  Each chapter of this book demonstrates the difficult jobs EMS, emergency workers, etc. deal with each and every day.  The patients are at their worse.  The emergency workers are Angels of GOD whom do everything in their power to save us or our loved ones.

This Book was beautifully written.  It takes a special person to do a job like this.  I know the author's Christian beliefs have given her the strength to carry out her job.  And to think that she is volunteering to help others!  

Chapter 16 spoke to me.  My father was in the hospital dying from cancer.  I was a wife with two young children under six. I was also attending college full-time near the hospital my father was in.  I planned to visit my Dad right after my class ended.  I was waiting for the class to start when I had this desperate need to get to the hospital.  I didn't have my car that day so I had no way to get there.  My friend drove me and dropped me off.  I soon found out that my Dad died right when I felt the need to go.  I believe that GOD spoke to me that day.  And I was blessed that I listened.  There was no way anyone could have reached me in that classroom.  But GOD could.

I received this free from Celebrate Lit to review.

Blog Stops

Debbie’s Dusty Deliberations, November 7

Jeanette’s Thoughts, November 7

Texas Book-aholic, November 8

Inklings and notions, November 9

For Him and My Family, November 10

deb’s Book Review, November 11

Locks, Hooks and Books, November 12

Abba’s Prayer Warrior Princess, November 13

Artistic Nobody, November 14 (Guest Review from Joni Truex)

Mary Hake, November 14

Ashley’s Bookshelf, November 15

Because I said so — and other adventures in Parenting, November 16

Sara Jane Jacobs, November 17

Truth and Grace Homeschool Academy, November 18

Splashes of Joy, November 19

Spoken from the Heart, November 20

About the Book

Book:  Help from Heaven

Author: Andrea Jo Rodgers

Genre:  Christian Nonfiction

Release Date:  September 1, 2020

Do You Believe in Miracles?

Experience the heart-pounding drama of real-life emergencies. Veteran EMT and physical therapist Andrea Jo Rodgers shares this all-new collection of accounts from her 30-plus years as a volunteer with her town’s local first aid and emergency squad.

Arrive on the scene with Andrea and encounter…

• Lou, a dedicated war veteran who is granted a new tour of duty from God.
• A fearful flock of ducklings that slip down a storm drain during a false alarm.
• Everett, a resilient older man who goes for an unexpected ride on the hood of an intoxicated driver’s car.
• Jenna, a young woman whose dangerous heart condition is both physical and emotional.
• Frank, a husband whose nasty fall down a flight of stairs earns him instant angel status from his devoted wife, Doris.

As you discover these and many more unforgettable stories, you’ll be reminded that miracles do happen, whether it be through the heroic efforts of first responders, the Lord’s divine intervention, or, often, both.

About the Author

Andrea Jo Rodgers is the author of award-winning Christian middle grade fiction as well as inspirational adult nonfiction novels. She holds a clinical doctorate in physical therapy and specializes in women’s health, orthopedics, and lymphedema. She has served her community as a volunteer emergency medical technician for over thirty years, responding to more than 8,200 first aid and fire calls. She lives on the east coast with her husband, two children, and their two rescue dogs, a Shih Tzu and a Dachshund.

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The Love Note by Joanna Davidson Politano

 An interesting story that shows it is never too late.  I was drawn to this story mostly by the cover.  I thought it was very intriguing.  

Willa did not want to go down the traditional path of matrimony.  She was called to go down a different path.  

A recent discovery of a love note opened up a solution.

I enjoyed the twists and turns of this story.  Just when you thought you figured it out.....you were wrong.  It was a mystery, a love story....a tragedy and inspirational.  

I am glad that this book was brought to my attention.  I enjoyed every chapter.  It was extremely entertaining.  

I received this complimentary copy from Revell to review.

Her Secret Song

 Three sisters alone on a mountaintop.  Ursula saw both her sisters leave the mountain for new adventures and love.  Could she take the risk?

This book completed the three book series called the Brides of Hope Mountain.  The previous two books were about Ilsa and Jo. This book concentrated more on Ursula's choices and her journey of discovery.

It is never too late to make a change.  It can be scary.  It can be difficult but it can be done.  The Nordegren sisters and the men they met along the way made changes that altered their lives.  

I enjoyed reading about these three strong women.  Each sister developed a strength to assist them in their survival.  The ultimate gift came from GOD. 

I received this book for free from Bethany House to review.  

The Blended Quilt

 Another great story written by Wanda Brunstetter and her daughter-in-law, Jean Brunstetter.  This book is more about Sadie Kuhns.   Sadie thought she knew what life had in store for her until something unexpected happened.

Sadie questions the choices she made.  Who doesn't do that?  Some decisions we make quickly.  Some are difficult to make and it takes a lot of time.  What we usually don't do is PRAY to GOD before we make any decision.  Throughout the book prayer was the first thing that Sadie and other characters did when they were troubled, needed to make a decision and even when they were thankful.  

I always enjoy books about the Amish.  It is appealing to people who are not Amish.  We live such hectic lives.  

I wasn't too sure where Sadie was headed.  But she had a level head on her shoulders, the support of her family and God guiding her along the way.

I received this book from the author/publisher for free to review.