I had just finished reading the Love’s Pure Light collection with a story by Susanne Dietze. I enjoyed it and quickly signed up for her newsletter and discovered this newly released collection with a story by her as well. So, of course, I grabbed a copy of The Soldier’s Lady. […]
I’ve not read many stories that take place in Japan, and particularly not any that take place so long ago. Three years ago, I happened across The Samurai’s Heart and was fascinated. Discovering I loved the story and the style of writing, I knew I need to read more of […]
It’s always a good sign when I am giggling before I’ve finished the prologue of a book. And, sure enough, I wasn’t even more than a few pages into Grass Valley Brides before the laughter started. The absurdity of the man seeking a mail-order bride then matching them off with […]
The Librarian of Boone’s Hollow is such a beautiful story of faith, hope, and love! I loved the way that both Addie and Emmett clung tightly to their faith and the things their parents had taught them. Each showed strength of character when faced with superstition, prejudice, and suspicion. Told […]
Some books are great because of the story they tell. Some are great because of the characters. Some are great because of the colorful language used to paint the picture of the story. And some, like A Portrait of Loyalty, are great for all of the above reasons. I have […]
Today I’m featuring another Christmas story. Yes, it’s that time of year already! At least where books are concerned. All the stories take place in the United States. Two take place during the Civil War, and several take place in the Midwest after the war. While each one touches on […]
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 […]
By the time I was finished reading, I had a tear or two in my eyes from the sweetness of this lovely story told through letters, journal entries, and beautiful narrative. As much as I love boy-next-door stories, I especially love historical boy-next-door-stories! Not only is A Life Once Dreamed […]
My Thoughts The beginning of a new series seemed like a great time to immerse myself in Kristi Ann Hunter’s Regency world. I have only read one of her stories, Legacy of Love from The Christmas Heirloom anthology. I enjoyed it so much I made note to read more by […]
I absolutely love the Biblical account of Ruth! The way this young woman followed her mother-in-law into a country that was not only foreign to her but also was most likely hostile towards her. What motivated her to follow Naomi? How did the people of Israel treat her? Her kindness […]
I’ve come to expect that historical stories from Roseanna M. White don’t merely take place at another time but teach history. What a pleasure it was to learn more about the Christian church in Greece in the 4th Century A.D. and about where a Christmas tradition came from in Giver […]