Just between you and me, I can’t read many books dealing with the Holocaust. Or read them often. Reading about that terrible time in history tears me up inside! A few years ago, I came across The Melody of the Soul by Liz Tolsma and was so intrigued by the […]
Each of the stories in this Christmas Anthology is delightful! I have been familiar with the works of all the authors except Susanne Dietze and was glad for the opportunity to get to know and enjoy her writing as well. Some time had passed between the time I read the […]
When Brent and Diana reunited after four long years of separation, life didn’t simply return to normal. Too many secrets hold them apart and prevent the return to the intimacy they just started to build as a newly married couple. The imagery of a London blasted by Hitler’s blitz was […]
Intrigue and espionage abound in this World War II adventure. Kat, a proper English lady, finds herself in occupied France, living in an apartment paid for by her sister’s lover, a Nazi officer. As she attempts to influence her sister to return home without alienating her, she becomes embroiled in […]
I’ve been looking forward to reading The Land Beneath Us, but now that I’ve finished, I’m a little sad this wonderful series has concluded. So now that I know how things worked out – I’m so glad!! It was the perfect conclusion. I even got teary at the end. I […]
Cross My Heart is a touching story of faith and healing. When Ben is given the ranch which has been in the family for many generations, he has a dream of using it to start an equine therapy program. This tenderhearted man had been helped through a similar program years […]
Amanda Dykes is a new author to me. I had seen many posts about her book on Twitter. After reading the description, I was intrigued and made sure to get a copy. Where to start? There was a wonderfully rich assortment of characters peopling this story. So many stories to […]
Despite the pool in our backyard, my dad managed to make it an oasis. Potted roses lined the deck around the pool, we had a fishpond with a waterfall surrounded with tropical plants. The covered patio had pots galore with climbing vines and hanging baskets. Gardens and ponds must […]
It is so maddening to me when people expect me to second guess! Dropping hints and supposing that I will listen to what they didn’t say instead of what they do say. I am one of those people who appreciate directness (with kindness, of course!). If you want me to […]
“Enola Gay. Hmm. Enola Gay.” As I walked past the historic plane, I was wracking my brain trying to remember where I had heard the name. The moment I remembered, I froze. The plane that dropped the atomic bomb on Hiroshima, Japan. I stopped in my tracks and looked again, […]
I’m happy to have author June McCrary Jacobs here today to talk about her book, Handmade Hearts. Before we get into the interview, here is a little about the book. Interview Which person (living or dead) would you most want to be able to interview? What is one question you […]
We live in a fallen, sinful world and in a time that is uncertain and filled with evil men. If you spend any amount of time watching the news, it can cause you to lose heart and to fear. I am constantly hounded by those who slander me, and many […]