Season of My Enemy (Heroines of Wwii)

 

Season of My Enemy 

(Heroines of Wwii) 

May 31, 2022

by Naomi Musch  (Author)

Get Your Farm in the Fight

The Realities of WWII Come to a Wisconsin Farm

Full of intrigue, adventure, and romance, this series celebrates the unsung heroes & the heroines of WWII.
Only last year, Fannie O'Brien was considered a beauty with a brain, and her future shone bright, despite the war pounding Europe. With her father's sudden death and her brothers overseas, Fannie must now do the work of three men on their 200-acre farm until eight German prisoners arrive and, just as Fannie feared, trouble comes too. Someone seems intent on causing accidents and Fannie is certain the culprit is one of the two handsome older Germans or possibly both. Can she manage the farm, keep the prisoners in line, and hold her family together through these turbulent times?

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Marilyn's thoughts:

Season of My Enemy is a fabulous story set in Wisconsin instead of overseas during WWII. Fannie O’Brien was a dedicated and working hard to save her family’s farm. She was not sure about having German prisoners coming to the farm to assist. There was tension, unexpected happenings, prejudice, faith issues and eyes being open about the enemy having lives similar to those residing in America. Naomi Musch penned this  story in an easy to read format that was engaging and captured issues of trust, discrimination, faith, romance and forgiveness for all.  The historical accounts of German prisoners being on American soil and their assistance on farms to help with the agriculture of produce was interesting since it’s not well documented in history books.

I highly recommend this book to historical fans of WWII especially with with the heroine being in America for this story.

 

I received a complimentary copy of this book from Barbour Publisher without any obligation to write a positive review. I have shared my own opinion.

 

 

Tough Love or Grace? by B J Bassett

 

Tough Love or Grace?

Eli’s sons were scoundrels; they had no regard for the Lord. 1 Samuel 2:12 NIV

Sometimes parenting is a balancing act of knowing when to show tough love and when to show grace.

Recently, a friend shared with me her heartbreak. Her adult son refused to move out of his childhood home and get a job, and he was disrespectful. Another friend shared her concern about her thirty-six-year-old daughter. She doesn’t have a job and will be homeless soon. This isn’t the first time her daughter has been destitute, and her friends are tired of helping her out repeatedly. These parents were at the end of their rope. What could they do? Show tough love or grace?

As children, they were raised in Christian homes, loved, and taught God’s Word, yet they continue to sin, disobey, and make bad choices. They have no regard for their parents and no respect for the Lord either.

How often have we broken our heavenly Father’s heart? Yet he is merciful to us, loving, kind, and full of grace. And I believe there are times that He shows us tough love.

While some children are easy to parent into adulthood, others become scoundrels. Father, help me know which direction to take—tough love or grace. Amen.

 

B. J. Bassett encourages others as an author, teacher and speaker. Her books include a contemporary novel, Gillian’s Heart; a historical novel Lily; Sweet Charity; A Touch of Grace—The G.R.A.C.E. Ministries Story; and coauthor of a children’s devotional My Time with God, Focus on the Family, Heritage Builders, with over 55,000 copies sold.

 

As a contributing writer, publications consist of Writer’s Handbook 2000, The Writer, and The Focus on the Family Guide to Growing a Healthy Home, Wolgemuth& Hyatt, Publishers, Inc.—consistently on Bookstore Journal’s Best-selling Christian Books List from November 1990 - February 1991, and voted the 10 Best Books for 1990 by Today’s Christian Woman.

 

Magazines, devotional booklets, curriculum and newspaper publishers include Focus on the Family, Woman’s World, The Quiet Hour, Pathways to God, Devotions, Harcourt Brace, WordAction, Gospel Publishing and Times Standard (newspaper).

 

She teaches writing workshops at Umpqua Community College, Roseburg, OR and at writer’s conferences. As a speaker for Stonecroft Ministries, she tells her story of rejection and acceptance, not only in life, but as a writer as well. She also offers book talks, including discussion questions and shares the journey -- from the seed of an idea to a published book.

 

Memberships: ACFW and Oregon Christian Writers (OCW).

 

She enjoys reading, jigsaw puzzles, knitting, munching warm scones oozing with butter and strawberry jam and sipping earl grey tea. 

 

Kiss Me Like You Mean It, Cowboy: a fish-out-of-water, single-mom Montana Ranches Christian Romance 

February 6, 2022

by Valerie Comer  (Author)

A playboy cowboy who doesn’t give up. A single mom who doesn’t give in.
Blake Cavanagh is determined not to be like his father, so he’ll play the field and never settle down at all. It’s a bit daunting dating three women at once, but he’s up for the task. When Blake sees one of his girlfriends in line at the coffee shop, he sneaks up behind her.

Dafne Santoro — single mom, new teacher, and city girl — is new to small-town Jewel Lake. She’s not expecting to be accosted at the Copper Carafe, and her jiu jitsu training kicks in. She might exchange fervent apologies with the handsome cowboy as she helps him off the floor, but let him make it up to her with a date? Not happening.

Blake’s not going to give up so easily, and Dafne’s not about to give in. What will it take to get this cowboy and this teacher on the same page?

About the Cavanagh Cowboys Romance series

Join the Cavanagh brothers as they rope in romance in this Montana Ranches Christian romance series!
1. Marry Me for Real, Cowboy
2. Give Me Another Chance, Cowboy
3. Let Me off Easy, Cowboy
4. Kiss Me Like You Mean It, Cowboy
5. Choose Me for Always, Cowboy
6. Trust Me With Your Heart, Cowboy

Join USA Today bestselling author Valerie Comer in this delightful Christian cowboy romance series!

My thoughts: this book is part of a series of a large cowboy family with like seven

 boys and three girls. It is full of horses, a ranch and ranch work, and romance. 

And don't forget the drama. Lots of drama. This is a Christian romance which means 

there is a strong faith message. I really enjoy Ms Comers box and if you love Christian romances you are absolutely adore her writing too. She is one of my favorite romance writers. Don't miss this book or any of the other ones in the series. I'm looking forward 

to the next book coming out. I was given a copy free and all opinions on my own.

 

Pockets of Peace 

May 18, 2022

by Laurie Stroup Smith  (Author)

Five years after an unexpected pregnancy forces Lydia Byler to make difficult decisions, she is offered a job helping Birdie Miller manage her bed and breakfast in Pinecraft. Single, shunned, and desperate for a fresh start, Lydia agrees to relocate and reunites with the handsome Wesley Hochstetler.

Wesley has only ever had eyes for Lydia. Though their paths have crossed many times over the years, they never discussed the possibility of spending forever together. When she moves to town, he believes it’s God’s will for them to pursue a romantic relationship. But he doesn’t know about her pregnancy or the adoption that followed.

Inspired by a letter from

the child’s adoptive parents, Lydia sews a pocket quilt for the boy. She learns he and his family will soon visit Pinecraft, and the burden of her secret becomes too much to bear. The truth comes to light, straining her bond with Wesley.

Marilyn's thoughts:

Pockets of Peace is an engaging story from the start that I read

it in one sitting. Lydia Byler had faced plenty of hurts in her teen

years. She buried her secrets in Ohio to keep going, but when

opportunity to help Birdie with her B and B in Pinecraft , Florida

she accepted the opportunity.  Lydia’s and Wesley’s story brought

tears and smiles as they truly learned to share their hearts.  

This isn’t the typical Amish romance as the author dealt with some

difficult issues that young people can face when they stray from truth.

The story flowed with grace, hope, love and peace and discovering

ways to let your light shine despite past circumstances. The ending

gave way to unexpected events to bring restoration and ashes to

beauty with God’s love shining brightly for each one. This is my

favorite story in The Pockets of Quilt series by Laurie Stroup Smith. 

I received a complimentary e-copy of this book from the author without any obligation to write a positive review. I have shared my own opinion.

Sunburst (Sky King Ranch)

 

Sunburst 

(Sky King Ranch) 

June 7, 2022

by Susan May Warren  (Author)

When former Navy SEAL and lifelong bachelor Ranger Kingston is called upon to take part in a rescue mission to save his brother Colt, who has been kidnapped by terrorists in Nigeria, he is shocked to find among the hostages a woman he knows and could never forget.

Noemi Sutton was attempting to return a young girl to her family in Boko Haram territory when she and the girl found themselves taken hostage, along with several others.

And while Ranger Kingston may be able to get the hostages away from their captors, he'll need Noemi's help if he ever hopes to

get out of Nigeria alive.

Her solution? Pose as husband and wife. But when her uncle discovers the union, he insists on a traditional Nigerian wedding--binding Noemi to a man destined to break her heart. Worse, she's discovered the real reason she was kidnapped, and anyone around her is bound to be caught in the cross fire. Including her so-called new husband.

She'll need to figure out a way to leave the man she loves if she wants to save his life.

USA Today bestselling author Susan May Warren throws you into the thick of the action in this high-stakes, globe-trotting romance.

My thoughts: Sunburst is the second book in this riveting  new series by Susan May Warren. This book starts with a bang in the excitement level is ramped up high through most of the book. It was a bit confusing as it jumped from point of view to point of view without warning and I had to go back and reread to see what was happening and who was the main character in that scene. It was also set in multiple countries and states and revisited former characters from previous books and leaves you wondering what's going to happen in book 3. If you like romantic suspense with plenty of adventure you are absolutely love sunburst. It will burst into your life like a ray of sunshine but be careful you don't get burnt. I was given a copy free and all opinions are my own.

Welcome to The Amish Twins Next Door Celebration Tour!

 

About the Book

Book: The Amish Twins Next Door

Author: Vanetta Chapman

Genre: Amish romance

Release date: April 26, 2022

Two little matchmakers could change everything…in this novel by USA TODAY bestselling author Vannetta Chapman.

Falling for a pretend suitor could cause real complications…

Amish single mom Deborah Mast is determined to raise her seven-year-old twin sons her way. But when neighbor Nicholas Stoltzfus takes the rambunctious boys on as apprentices on his farm, she’ll learn the value of his help with more than just the children. And when the two little matchmakers hatch a plan of their own, Deborah could also discover how to reopen her heart…

 

Click here to get your copy!

 My thoughts: Ms Chapman is a very talented author who was able to bring a story to life. The hero starts out to be a stick in the mud  I didn't care much for, but he's softened up by the end of the book. The heroine has been hurt in the past and is afraid to trust another man. Both of them have a learning curve in to be able to interact with each other. The twins are adorable and mischievous. If you like always romance you will love this book. I recommend it. I was giving a copy free and all opinions are my own.

About the Author

Vannetta Chapman is a USA Today and Publishers Weekly bestselling author of 39 full length novels, plus various novella collections. She has written for Abingdon Press, Harvest House Publishers, and Harper Collins Christian Publishing. She currently writes for the Love Inspired line of Harlequin Books. Chapman has received numerous awards including the ACFW Carol Award for best mystery (Falling to Pieces), and Christy Award finalist (Anna’s Healing).

 

More from Vannetta

When I married my husband 22 years ago, he had a 21-year-old daughter and 16-year-old twins. I was a single mom with a 10-year-old son. I was also a certified, experienced teacher. I could handle it. (Cue laughter) I had no idea what twins was like. I didn’t understand that special language they have with one another. I was perplexed by the way they could be fighting one moment and adamantly defending one another the next. Everything about twins confused me.

 

Now our children are all grown. They’re adults, and I wonder how the years have passed so quickly. The Amish Twins Next Door is my first book featuring twins, and I enjoyed every minute of writing it. I enjoyed telling a story about a mom who wonders if she will ever have a conventional family—because I was that mom. I also had way too much fun writing about a man who thought he could give parenting advice when he had no children.

 

Ultimately though, like all of my other books, The Amish Twins Next Door is a book about the over-arching grace of God and how it can carry us through all things. My hope is that you will laugh, maybe cry, and come away from the book feeling uplifted.

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Giveaway

To celebrate her tour, Vannetta is giving away the grand prize package of a signed copy of the book and 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.

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Topaz Treasure: a redemptive opposites attract romance (Pot of Gold Geocaching Romance Book 1)

 

Topaz Treasure: a redemptive opposites attract romance 

(Pot of Gold Geocaching Romance Book 1) 

by Valerie Comer  (Author) 

In college, he was the hot, anti-Christian prof she crushed on... and now he's sponsoring a church event? Opposites attract in this redemptive geocaching romance.

Closet believer Lyssa Quinn steps out of her comfort zone to help coordinate the Pot of Gold Treasure Hunt her church is using as an outreach event. She’s not expecting her former humanities prof — young, handsome, anti-Christian Kirk Kennedy — to be in Jewel Lake at all, let alone in a position to provide sponsorship to the geocaching event.

How can she trust someone who once shredded her best friend’s faith? Kirk’s treasure hunt takes him down a path he hadn’t intended as he searches for opportunities to connect with Lyssa and her intriguing sparkle. How can he convince her there is more than one kind of treasure? And how can she introduce him to the greatest prize of all?

Topaz Treasure first released in Rainbow’s End, a four-author Romancing America anthology published by Barbour Publishing in May, 2012. This version has been rewritten with 25% new material and moved from Osage Beach, Missouri, to Jewel Lake, Montana.

About the Pot of Gold Geocaching Romance Series

Join the Pot of Gold Treasure Hunt, a summer-long geocaching adventure in Jewel Lake, Montana, and find a greater treasure than you expected in this Christian romance series!

1. Topaz Treasure (formerly found in Rainbow’s End, Barbour Publishing, 2012)
2. Ruby Radiance (in the multi-author Love’s Treasure collection, summer, 2021)
3. Sapphire Sentiments
4. Amethyst Attraction

More Christian Romance to buy or borrow from USA Today bestselling author Valerie Comer!
1. Cavanagh Cowboys Romances, ongoing 6-book, starting with Marry Me for Real, Cowboy
2. Saddle Springs Romances, complete 6-book series, starting with The Cowboy’s Christmas Reunion
3. Urban Farm Fresh Romances, complete 12-book series, starting with Secrets of Sunbeams
4. Garden Grown Romances, complete 4-book series, starting with Sown in Love
5. Farm Fresh Romances, complete 6-book series, starting with Raspberries and Vinegar
6. Christmas Romance at the Miss Snowflake Pageant, complete 3-book series, starting with More Than a Tiara
7. Riverbend Romances, complete 5-novella series, starting with Secretly Yours

If you love Christian contemporary romance series that focus on engaging characters, strong communities, and deep faith — clean, wholesome, sweet, and inspirational romances — you’ve come to the right place! All that’s for later. For now?

Why not buy or borrow TOPAZ TREASURE today and discover the greatest treasure of all?

My thoughts this is a sweet summer's romance novela between two people who 

knew each other before but not really. He was her instructor but he had no 

memory of her however she and her roommate have bad memories of him. 

However this time they kick it off and become friends but the history between 

them still standing away is there any way they can work it out? The story didn't 

take long to read and I enjoyed it and any other romance written by Valerie comer. 

There is a Faith message as in all her books so you know where Miss commerce 

stands grab a copy today. You won't be disappointed. I was a verified buyer of this 

book and no review was required

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