Book Review: ‘Nothing Short of Wondrous’ (American Wonders Collection) by Regina Scott

October 18, 2020October 18, 2020 susansnodgrass

It is 1886, and the government has given the US Cavalry control of Yellowstone. For widowed hotelier Kate Tremaine, the change is a welcome one. She knows every inch of her wilderness home like the back of her hand and wants to see it protected from poachers and vandals.

Refused a guide by Congress, Lieutenant William Prescott must enlist Kate’s aid to help him navigate the sprawling park and track down the troublemakers. But a secret from his past makes him wary of the tender feelings the capable and comely widow raises in him. As they work together to protect the park and stand firm through injustice and tragedy, they may just find that two wounded hearts can share one powerful love when God is in control.

About Regina Scott
Regina Scott started writing novels in the third grade. Thankfully for literature as we know it, she didn’t actually sell her first novel until she’d learned a bit more about writing. After numerous short stories and articles in magazines and trade journals, and a good kick in the backside from her husband, she got serious about writing. Since then, she’s had published more than 40 clean historical romances for adults and young adults. Her traditional romances have earned praised from reviewers and readers alike. Booklist calls her work “quietly compelling” and “impeccably written.” Huntress Reviews says, “Regina Scott delivers,” and “I will always buy a book with Regina Scott’s name on it.”

Regina Scott is the author of the Frontier Bachelors series set in pioneer Seattle (The Bride Ship, Would-Be Wilderness Wife, Frontier Engagement, Instant Frontier Family, A Convenient Christmas Wedding, Mail-Order Marriage Promise, His Frontier Christmas Family, and Frontier Matchmaker Bride). She is also the author of more than two dozen sweet historical romances set in Regency England in such series as Fortune’s Brides, Uncommon Courtships, the Everard Legacy, the Master Matchmakers, and the Lady Emily Capers. She has twice been awarded best book of the year for her type of story from industry favorite RT Book Reviews.

Regina Scott has learned to fence, driven four-in-hand, sailed on a tall ship, and dressed as a Regency dandy, all in the name of research, of course. She makes her home in the Puget Sound area of Washington State with her beloved husband. Find her online at her website http://www.reginascott.com, the blog she shares with author Marissa Doyle at http://www.nineteenteen.com, on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/authorreginascott, and on Goodreads at http://www.goodreads.com/reginascott.

My Rating: 4 Stars!

Regina Scott paints such a magnificent picture of Yosemite in this novel, I wanted to go visit myself!
Truly, this series will cause the reader to ‘see’ the landscape and natural wonders as they are actually there. I was captivated not only by the story, which is very well done, but the beauty of the national park as seen through the eyes of the characters.

Scott includes a wonderful plot line as well, populated with equally wonderful characters. Kate and Lt. Prescott were precious together and her son Danny stole my heart. Her hotel cook, Alberta, made me hungry with those pies of hers, too! Book two in this series is not to be missed.

*My thanks to Revell Publishing for a copy of this book via Net Galley. The opinion in this review is my own.

Publisher: Revell
Publication Date: October 20, 2020

Book Review: ‘Something Borrowed’ (Christmas Weddings Collection) by Toni Shiloh, Jaycee Weaver, Andrea Boyd, Mikal Dawn, & Teresa Tysinger

October 17, 2020 susansnodgrass

Old friends, new loves, and a borrowed tiara.

Always Been Yours by Jaycee Weaver — Hanady’s planning her dream wedding, but her injured best friend Keenan isn’t the groom. If she can’t see she’s marrying the wrong guy soon, his leg won’t be the only thing broken.

All the Moore by Toni Shiloh — Leilah Anderson has been living behind the screen to hide her disability, then she meets Reggie Moore face-to-face. Can their relationship survive the truth and distance between them?

A Holly, Bolly Christmas by Mikal Dawn — A dream wedding venue at Christmas? Sign Chahna Kapoor up. Even if her fiancé doesn’t know it…

Somehow, This Christmas by Teresa Tysinger — When not-so-merry mishaps threaten wedding planner Cate Forsyth’s holiday wedding and reputation, will her own happily ever after with sweetheart Noah Bennett melt away?

A Promise So Sweet by Andrea Boyd — Lydia Osborn hasn’t heard from her ex in ten years, so imagine her surprise when he shows up proposing marriage. Tis the season for love?

About Jaycee Weaver
Jaycee Weaver lives in Albuquerque, New Mexico, with her amazing husband, three daughters, two crazy shih-tzus, and a dwarf rabbit. When she’s not writing, she’s probably in pursuit of her 90 million other hobbies or shuttling the kids around. Jaycee loves to read multiple genres, drink too much coffee, sing, take landscape and floral photos, sew, cook, bake, and craft nearly anything. She considers herself a recovering perfectionist and occasional hot mess. She does her best to live her faith in action, being open, honest, and real; letting God be Lord over the good, the bad, and the ugly even when it’s hard.

About Toni Shiloh
Toni Shiloh is a wife, mom, and multi-published Christian contemporary romance author. She writes to bring Him glory and to learn more about His goodness. Her novel, Grace Restored, was a 2019 Holt Medallion finalist and Risking Love is a 2020 Selah Award finalist.

A member of the American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW) and of the Virginia Chapter, Toni seeks to help readers find authors. She loves connecting with readers and authors alike via social media. You can learn more about her writing at http://tonishiloh.com.

About Mikal Dawn
Mikal Dawn is an inspirational romance author, wedding enthusiast and proud military (retired) wife. By day she works for an international sports ministry, and by night she mutters to imaginary friends, performs sketchy Google searches, and procrastinates (like any good writer!). When she isn’t writing about faith, fun, and forever, she is obsessively scouring Pinterest.

About Teresa Tysinger
Teresa Tysinger is an author of charming contemporary Southern romances inspired by grace.

She loves to connect with readers via her website https://teresatysinger.com and Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/teresatysingerauthor/.

While attending college in the mountains of North Carolina, she was taken by the beauty and peace of the landscape. The charming towns, friendly people, and southern hospitality have inspired her stories ever since. Now living in North Texas with her husband, daughter, and pup, North Carolina is never far from her heart or her writing.

About Andrea Boyd
Each of Andrea Boyd’s series represents a different genre but all fall into the category of romance. All offer an element of her own brand of humor. And all are a tribute to God. Besides writing, she loves spending time with her family, quilting, going to car shows, and driving around in her 1968 Barracuda convertible. Andrea lives with her husband, Tommy, and at least a couple of cats in York County, SC.
You can visit her website @ http://www.andreaboyd11.com

My Rating: 3.5 Stars

3.5 stars. This collection of 5 little novellas is so cute. Five friends gather and share each others’ wedding stories. And one very special tiara. Perfect for a cozy fall or winter read just before the holidays, you can settle down into this and be blessed as you smile your way through these girls’ weddings. Recommended.

*I was provided a copy of this book by the publisher. The opinion here is my own.

Book Review and Giveaway: ‘The Plans We Made’

October 16, 2020 susansnodgrass

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When past secrets hold the only key to hope for the future…

Caroline Chapman is reeling from a broken engagement. Determined to start again, she moves cross-country for her dream job of planning events in the historical mansions of Newport, Rhode Island. Just as her life is getting back on track, she gets an email that shakes her very foundations.

Linda Riley’s life looks picture perfect – a wonderful husband, two great kids, involved in church and the community. Then comes the diagnosis that shatters the facade. In order to save her son’s life, she must reveal secrets that can rip everything apart.

Connected by more than painful circumstances, these two women discover a sacred bond. In this beautiful story of love, loss, and the fight for life, Caroline and Linda experience the reality that life doesn’t always go according to The Plans We Made.

**Kathryn Cushman** graduated with a degree in pharmacy from Samford University. After hanging up her lab coat, she shifted her focus toward writing. Her previous works have received multiple nominations for both the Carol Award and the Inspirational Reader’s Choice Award. *The Plans We Made* is her tenth published novel.

Learn more at kathryncushman.com. Follow Kathryn on Facebook (@authorkathryncushman) and Instagram (katiecushman1).

**Lauren Beccue** graduated from Holy Cross with a BA in English and now lives with her family in Santa Barbara. She writes about faith and family, with an emphasis on agricultural passages of the Bible. This is her first novel.

Learn more at laurenbeccue.com. Follow Lauren on Facebook (@beccue.lauren) and Instagram (@lauren_beccue).

My Rating: 4 Stars

Caroline Chapman moves from LA to Rhode Island for a new job after breaking up with her fiance, only to receive an email that completely changes her life.

Linda Riley must face a deeply and long held secret after a devastating diagnosis son receives. Can her family rally and forgive her or will this hurdle be another blow to her already bowed down emotions?

Poignantly told and emotionally charged, two women discover that sometimes good can come from heartbreak. Cushman and Beccue give us a deeply felt story here that will stay in the hearts for quite some time.

* My thanks to the publisher for a copy of this book. I received no compensation and the opinions in this review are my own.2 likes

Book Review: ‘A Haven For Her Heart’ (Redemption’s Light) by Susan Anne Mason

October 14, 2020October 14, 2020 susansnodgrass

Homeless after being released from a women’s reformatory in 1939
Toronto, Olivia Rosetti is taken in by an angel of mercy, Ruth Bennington. The two discover they share a painful past and together decide to open a maternity home for troubled women.

Despite the success of the home, Olivia is haunted by her inhumane treatment at the reformatory and the way her newborn son was taken from her. She feels undeserving of love–until she meets businessman Darius Reed. Although his attention makes her heart soar, he can never learn of her past.
Greek widower Darius Reed is determined to protect his daughter from the prejudice that killed her mother. He’ll ensure her future by marrying a woman from a respected Toronto family. But when Darius meets Olivia, he’s immediately drawn to her beauty and compassion.

Can love prove stronger than prejudice and past mistakes? Or will Olivia’s secrets destroy any chance at a future together?

Susan writes both contemporary and historical Inspirational romances. She describes her writing style as “Romance sprinkled with faith” and loves themes of forgiveness and redemption!

She is a member of the American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW) and a former member of the Romance Writers of America. M

Susan lives near Toronto in Ontario, Canada with her husband and two adult children. She loves chocolate and wine and isn’t partial to snow even though she’s Canadian!

‘Forgiveness, preached so easily from the tongue of the prison chaplain, sat hard on her unwilling spirit.’

Susan Anne Mason tackles a difficult subject with this book, based on true events when women were deemed incorrigible and thrown into prison for mistakes made. It really touched my heart, so much so that I bought a book written by one woman who endured the harshness of the punishments. This book is profound. Grittier than Mason’s previous novels, she gives us not only a good read, but something to think about in more ways than one. Redemption, grace and forgiveness play a large part here and is something we all should strive to keep active in our lives.

Olivia’s situation was heartrending and one that is difficult to read at times, but it touched my heart from the very start. The story shows us how far God will go to help His children when they feel there is no help at all left for them. Highly recommended.

*My thanks to Bethany House Publishers for a copy of this book via Net Galley. The opinion here is my own.

Publisher: Bethany House
Publication Date: October 13, 2020

Book Review: ‘When I’m With You’ (Big Prairie Romance) by Jennifer Rodewald

October 13, 2020 susansnodgrass

He wants what he deserves, and this time he won’t walk away without it.
Meeting Daisy Hopewell shouldn’t change a thing.

Lane Carson is sick of living like a wandering homeless man. When he receives a text message from a woman claiming to be his brother’s fiancée, nothing short of meeting her will convince him his reclusive older brother has worked up the courage to talk to a woman, let alone propose. And since he’s returning to Big Prairie, he’s determined to claim the inheritance that should have been his. As long as no one expects him to live up to his brother’s impossible standards.

Daisy Hopewell has found refuge in Big Prairie working as a hired hand at the Carson Ranch—an opportunity to prove that her worth goes much deeper than being a rich man’s daughter. Her haven is shaken, however, when the boss’s brother shows up. Lane Carson is nothing like his reserved, serious brother. And Daisy knows from experience that when you add massive flirt to good-looking, the result is heartbreak.

Meeting Daisy sidetracks Lane’s plans, especially when she turns out to be irritatingly immune to his charm. But after being caught with her in a devastating flood, Lane suddenly finds himself reevaluating his approach to everything. Daisy’s stubborn determination and unflappable kindness feed his burgeoning desire to be more than a reckless, selfish man, but the last thing Lane needs is to be deemed unworthy by yet another person in his world.

Daisy is discovering a depth to Lane she hadn’t expected, and with Daisy, Lane finds himself believing he could be a better man. But by the time he figures that out, it might be too late, because she’s determined never to play the fool again.

Can Lane and Daisy release the resentment they cling to from the disappointments of their pasts and step toward the possibility of being different—better—together?

Small town Christian stories of romance and redemption, begin the Big Prairie Romance series today!

Book 1: When I Come Home Again
Book 2: When I Lost My Way
Book 3: When I’m With You
Book 4: When I Wasn’t Looking (coming in 2021)

About Jennifer Rodewald
Jennifer Rodewald/J. Rodes lives on the wide plains somewhere near the middle of Nowhere. A coffee addict, pickleball enthusiast, and storyteller, she also wears the hats of mom, teacher, and friend. Mostly, she loves Jesus and wants to see others fall in love with Him too.

She would love to hear from you! Please visit her at authorjenrodewald.com or at http://www.facebook.com/authorjenniferrodewald

‘He was nearly certain there was nothing within himself worth finding.’

I love the Big Prairie Romance series by Jennifer Rodewald. Actually, I love anything at all written by her. This time she brings us the youngest Carson sibling, Lane’s story. Lane, who has always been so reckless, silly, flirtatious and bitter. Lane, who both loved and couldn’t stand his brother Lance because Lance has been willed the family farm when their father died. Why couldn’t he have measured up some?

Daisy Hopewell has come to stay with her Aunt Jane after a painful life lesson. She works at the Carson ranch for Lance when Lane shows up for Lance’s wedding. Right off the bat, Lane makes a particularly bad impression on Daisy.

Come along as Jennifer Rodewald once again plumbs the depths of human emotion as we discover that there is so much more to Lane than a flirty guy who never takes anything seriously and Daisy apparently can’t let go of the bitterness in her heart. Once again, I was practically glued to the book, as I always am with Rodewald’s stories. She teaches us instead of just merely entertaining us with a good story. Don’t mistake me: she tells a mighty fine story, but her readers always learn a very valuable lesson in their spiritual walk in her books.

These characters were real enough that I settled down inside this book; the story totally compelling and it flowed marvelously along. Recommended.

*My thanks to the author and publisher for a copy of this book. The opinions in this review are completely my own.

Publisher: Rooted Publishing
Publication Date: October 13,2020

Book Review: ‘The Kissing Tree’ (Four Novellas Rooted in Timeless Love) by Regina Jennings, Karen Witemeyer, Amanda Dykes, & Nicole Deese

October 9, 2020 susansnodgrass

Bestselling novelist Karen Witemeyer joins award-winning authors Regina Jennings, Amanda Dykes, and Nicole Deese for this Texas-sized romance novella collection. Each of the authors’ unique voices is on display in stories where courting couples leave a permanent mark of their love by carving their initials into the same oak’s bark.

In Regina Jennings’ Broken Limbs, Mended Fences, a small-town teacher has her credentials questioned by a traveling salesman.

In Karen Witemeyer’s Inn for a Surprise, two opinionated collaborators with conflicting visions must turn a doomed business venture into a successful romantic retreat.

From Roots to Sky by Amanda Dykes follows a young WWII naval airman who heads to Texas to meet the sister of a lost compatriot.

Heartwood by Nicole Deese is a modern-day romance about the groundskeeper of a historic inn who’s reunited with someone from her past while she fights to save a town landmark.

About Karen Witemeyer
For those who love to smile as they read, bestselling author Karen Witemeyer offers warm-hearted historical romances with a flair of humor, feisty heroines, and swoon-worthy Texas heroes. A transplant from California, Karen came to Texas for college, met a cowboy disguised as a computer nerd, married him, and never left the state that had become home.

Winner of the HOLT Medallion, ACFW Carol Award, Inspirational Reader’s Choice Award, National Reader’s Choice Award, and a finalist for both the RITA and Christy Awards, Karen is a firm believer in the power of happy endings. . . and ice cream. She also loves to reward her readers. Every month she gives away two inspirational historical novels to someone from her newsletter list and offers substantial bonus content on her website. To learn more about Karen and her books, or to join her subscriber list, please visit http://www.karenwitemeyer.com.

About Regina Jennings

Regina Jennings is the winner of the National Reader’s Choice Award, a two-time Golden Quill finalist and a finalist for the Oklahoma Book of the Year Award. A graduate of Oklahoma Baptist University with a degree in English and a minor in history, Regina has worked at the Mustang News and at First Baptist Church of Mustang, along with time at the Oklahoma National Stockyards and various livestock shows. She lives outside of Oklahoma City with her husband and four children when not traveling the world.

Visit Regina’s website at http://www.reginajennings.com.

About Nicole Deese
Nicole Deese is a Carol Award winner and a RITA and INSPY Award finalist. When she’s not working on her next contemporary Christian romance novel, she can usually be found reading one by a window overlooking the inspiring beauty of the Pacific Northwest. She lives in small-town Idaho with her happily-ever-after hubby, two rambunctious sons, and princess daughter with the heart of a warrior. Find her online at http://www.nicoledeese.com.

About Amanda Dykes
Amanda Dykes is the author of Bespoke: A Tiny Christmas Tale, the critically-acclaimed bicycle story that invited readers together to fund bicycles for missionaries in Asia. A former English teacher, she has a soft spot for classic literature and happy endings. She is a drinker of tea, a dweller of Truth, and a spinner of hope-filled tales, grateful for the grace of a God who loves extravagantly

My Rating: 4 Stars!

This is just a delightful collection of novellas which all feature an old oak tree called the kissing tree. Each story is set in a different time period. So many happy romances began at this tree and it has weathered much in its time. The last novella is especially poignant. A quick read and one that is sure to delight your heart.

*My thanks to Bethany House Publishing for a copy of this book. The review here is my own opinion.

Publisher: Bethany House
Publication Date: October 13,2020

Book Review: ‘Point of Danger’ (Triple Threat) by Irene Hannon

October 8, 2020 susansnodgrass

Radio talk show host Eve Reilly is used to backlash from her pot-stirring on-air commentary and interviews, but now it seems a disgruntled listener is resorting to more than angry words to express their displeasure. When a suspicious package arrives on her doorstep, Eve turns to law enforcement for help.

Police detective Brent Lange can’t find any evidence to link the string of unsettling incidents that follows, but he’s convinced they’re connected. As the harassment grows more menacing, it becomes clear someone wants Eve’s voice silenced–permanently.

But unless he can track down her foe, fast, the gutsy woman who is willing to take risks for what she believes–and who is swiftly winning his heart–may not survive.

Bestselling author and three-time RITA Award winner Irene Hannon is back with a heart-stopping new series that will have you turning pages well into the night.

Irene Hannon, who writes both contemporary romance and romantic suspense, is the author of more than 50 novels. Her books have been honored with three coveted RITA awards from Romance Writers of America (the “Oscar” of romance fiction) and she is a member of that organization’s elite Hall of Fame. She has also received a Career Achievement award from RT Book Reviews for her entire body of work. Other awards for individual books include National Readers’ Choice, HOLT Medallion, Daphne du Maurier, Retailers Choice, Booksellers’ Best, and Reviewers’ Choice from RT Book Reviews. She is also a two-time Christy award finalist.

A former corporate communications executive with a Fortune 500 company, Irene now writes full time. To learn more about Irene and her books, visit www.irenehannon.com.

‘Final warning. Shut up or die.’

Irene Hannon starts a new series with a great story that will have you trying your best to discover the culprit. Only you probably never will. I don’t. This one was a huge shocker. I love how she layers her suspense from chapter to chapter. Much like the late Mary Higgins Clark, Hannon continues to add to her stories until the reader has no idea who is the bad guy. I love it. This one is a satisfying read and I look forward to the next in the series. Recommended.

*My thanks to Revell Publishing for a copy of this book via Net Galley. The opinion in this review is my own.

Publisher: Revell
Publication Date: October 6, 2020
Genre: Inspirational Romantic Suspense

Book Review: ‘Her Secret Song’ (Brides of Hope Mountain) by Mary Connealy

October 7, 2020 susansnodgrass

After a rough winter spent alone, Ursula Nordegren realizes she must overcome her fears of the outside world and begins a trek down Hope Mountain. Along the way she finds a badly wounded stranger and realizes God may have used her decision to leave as a way of saving the man.

Wax Mosby was climbing Hope Mountain in part to atone for his terrible choices. He was hired to drive out the Warden family and now knows he was duped. But when he’s wounded during the climb, the last person he expects to rescue him is a beautiful blond woman with the voice of an angel.

As both Ursula and Wax weigh the costs of living new lives, the two find an unlikely bond. And they’re joined by Ursula’s sisters and the Warden family as the final showdown over the family ranch looms with the coming of spring.

About Mary Connealy
Mary Connealy writes romantic comedy with cowboys. She is independently publishing a contemporary romantic suspense series called Garrison’s Law, book one is Loving the Texas Lawman. Her new historical series, High Sierra Sweethearts begins with The Accidental Guardian. She is also the author of these series: Kincaid Brides, Trouble in Texas, Wild at Heart, Cimarron Legacy, Lassoed in Texas, Montana Marriages and Sophie’s daughters, and has man other books.
She is a two-time Carol Award winner and has been a finalist for the Rita and Christy Awards. She’s a lifelong Nebraskan and lives with her very own romantic cowboy hero. She’s got four grown daughters and four spectacular grandchildren.
Find Mary online at:
Her website: maryconnealy.com
Her blog for aspiring writers: Seekerville
Her blog for lovers of western romance: Petticoats & Pistols
Sign up for her newsletter at maryconnealy.com/newsletter
Mary is on Facebook at facebook.com/maryconnealy
And Twitter at twitter.com/maryconneal

My Rating: 4 Stars!

Mary Connealy ends her Brides of Hope Mountain series with eldest sister Ursula’s story. Ursula is the one who has stubbornly refused to ever go down the mountain to the lowlands, something her grandmother always warned her against. Then one day she decides to conquer her fears and go part way down. She finds a desperately wounded man on the trail and heads back up the mountain to tend him. Life changes for her right then and there as she fights to save Wax Mosby’s life. Could Ursula possibly be happy not on the mountain? Grab this latest book and find out. Mary Connealy is a favorite of mine and I never miss her books.

*My thanks to Bethany House Publishers for a copy of this book via Net Galley. The opinion in this review is entirely my own.

Publisher: Bethany House
Publication Date: October, 6, 2020
Genre: Inspirational Historical

Book Review: ‘The Price of Valor’ (Global Search and Rescue) by Susan May Warren

October 6, 2020 susansnodgrass

Former Navy SEAL Hamilton Jones thought that the love of his life was dead. But when a girl claiming to be his daughter shows up with a dire message from his wife, Ham knows he will stop at nothing to find her and bring her home.

Kidnapped by rebels while serving as an interpreter in Ukraine, Signe Kincaid has spent the past decade secreting out valuable information about Russian assets in the US to her CIA handler. Fearing for her daughter after being discovered as an operative, Signe sends her to Ham for safekeeping. She’s ready to give her life for her country, and she can hardly expect Ham to rescue her after breaking his heart over and over.

When Ham discovers the reason Signe has kept her distance, he must choose between love for his wife and love for the nation he has vowed to protect. Will he save the many? Or the few?

USA Today bestselling author Susan May Warren takes you on a global search and rescue mission where the stakes are higher than ever in this final installment of her popular series.

About Susan May Warren
Growing up in Minneapolis and attending the U of MN, I learned to love city life, although I’m a woodsy girl at heart. Or maybe I’m an adventurer — having lived and traveled all over the world, including Siberia Russia as a missionary for eight years. Probably that’s why my characters can’t sit still, and seem to get into one scrape after another — they’re too much like me! I love God, my family, my country, my church, and feel privileged every day to be able to write stories.

Here’s my “Official” Bio.

With over 1 million books sold, critically acclaimed novelist Susan May Warren is the Christy, RITA and Carol award-winning author of over seventy-five novels with Revell, Tyndale, Barbour, Steeple Hill and Summerside Press. Known for her compelling plots and unforgettable characters, Susan has written contemporary and historical romances, romantic-suspense, thrillers, rom-com and Christmas novellas.

With books translated into eight languages, many of her novels have been ECPA and CBA bestsellers, were chosen as Top Picks by Romantic Times, and have won the RWA’s Inspirational Reader’s Choice contest and the American Christian Fiction Writers Book of the Year award.

Of her books, Publisher’s Weekly has written, “Warren lays bare her characters’ human frailties, including fear, grief, and resentment, as openly as she details their virtues of love, devotion, and resiliency. She has crafted an engaging tale of romance, rivalry, and the power of forgiveness.”

And Library Journal adds, “Warren’s characters are well-developed and she knows how to create a first rate contemporary romance…”

Susan is also a nationally acclaimed writing coach, teaching at conferences around the nation and winner of the 2009 American Christian Fiction Writers Mentor of the Year award. She loves to help people launch their writing careers and is the founder of Novel.Academy and http://www.LearnHowtoWriteaNovel.com, a writing website that helps authors get published and stay published. She’s also the author of the popular writing method, The Story Equation.

‘She recognized his SEAL voice–cool, detached, the one that got business done.’

Sometimes you read a book and you are just completely stumped as to how to write a review worthy of said book. This was such a book. Truthfully, all Susan May Warren’s books are much the same. I come away from them changed and not wanting to pick up another book until I’ve digested this one because it remains in my heart, vibrant and alive, long after the last page is turned.

‘Forgiveness is the currency of heaven.’

Warren brings us the third book in her Global Search and Rescue series with Hamilton Jones’ story, the founder of the group. It can be read as a stand alone, but to really experience it, you truly should read the series. Ham’s determined to find his wife Signe after she left ten years earlier. Now he is father to a ten year old daughter he didn’t know he had. Signe is CIA and determined to not be found. Ham has never stopped loving her and will not let anything stand in his way of finding her Thus begins a story that will move you to the core of your being. Both Ham and Signe were hurt tremendously as children and formed a deep bond as they cared for each other. Now, they must once again help each other and they try to overcome all that has passed and find their peace. Ham is a man of action, a man who pushes right ahead to rescue and save those he loves. Signe, too, has great strength of character and resiliency.

”He didn’t do ‘sit around and wait’ easily. Not when someone he loved needed him.’

Susan May Warren writes with such such depth of heart that my own heart is left incredibly moved and deeply impacted by her words. The spiritual themes here pack a giant wallop and left me in tears many times during the reading. I truly do not have adequate words to describe how powerful this book was. My heart is just too full. I cannot recommend this book highly enough.

*My thanks to Revell Publishing for a copy of this book via Net Galley. The opinion here is my own.

**Publisher: Revell**
**Publication Date: October 6, 2020**
**Genre: Inspirational Romantic Suspense**
**Buy Link:** https://amzn.to/36C8nvF

Book Review: ‘Forever Your Girl’ (A Katie Parker Production Book 6) by Jenny B. Jones

October 5, 2020 susansnodgrass

A groom who’s loved her forever. A bride who wants to run.
When a family bombshell threatens Katie’s happiness, can she finally let go of her past to say “I do” to her new future?

Katie Parker Scott’s already postponed her wedding to Charlie Benson twice. Her handsome fiancé is starting to get concerned, and the whole town is talking. So when Broadway calls and offers Katie a dream role, she reluctantly agrees to a speedy wedding in the Caribbean. But before she can pack her bags, trouble finds her in the form of a family member she didn’t even know she had. How can Katie and Charlie have a future when her past won’t leave her alone?

She has cold feet…again.
After the plane lands in the Caribbean, Katie discovers it’s more than the resort that’s a total disaster. Can’t anything go right? As a tropical storm threatens to upend the wedding, tempers flare and secrets are revealed. Katie and Charlie’s relationship is put to the ultimate test…and she’s not sure this is a catastrophe they can weather.

He once promised he’d never let her go.
Charlie’s through waiting, and Katie has a decision to make. Will she give into the old fears and let love walk away? Or say yes to the man she’s always loved…and be forever his girl.

Don’t miss Forever Your Girl—a hilarious second-chance romance and sixth book in the Katie Parker Production series.

About Jenny B. Jones
Award-winning author Jenny B. Jones writes romance with sass and Southern charm. Woefully indecisive, she writes YA, New Adult, and women’s romance. Since she has very little free time, Jenny believes in spending her spare hours in meaningful, intellectual pursuits, such as watching bad TV, Tweeting deep thoughts to the world, and writing her name in the dust on her furniture. You can find her at http://www.jennybjones.com.

‘Love isn’t stable in our world. It’s not something you can count on, and when you do have it, it’s used against you.’

Jenny B. Jones gives us the final novel in her Katie Parker Productions series and it’s sooo worth the wait. I have loved Katie since she showed up in the little town of In Between as a foster child in her teens, mad at the world. I’ve hurt for her, cried for her and rooted for her in each book. And what can I say about Charlie Benson? He is a precious hero, strong, loving and totally gets Katie. These two have wound themselves around my heart. But wait! What about Mad Maxine, Katie’s grandmother? She absolutely is a treasure. I have hooted with laughter so much at Maxine’s antics till my stomach hurt. I wouldn’t mind having a grandmother like her myself. Minus the famous stake outs, of course. You’ll have to read the books to figure that one out. Then there’s James and Millie, two people who were willing to take on such an angry young teen, then loved her with all their hearts.

Jenny B. Jones is so good in this series. Actually, in everything she writes. I am a forever fan. She excels here, though. It’s been a long haul, but they finally get their happy ending and Jones does it well indeed. Why, I ugly cried through the last few chapters. I highly recommend this series. Note: you must read them in order. They are not stand alones.

*My thanks to the publisher and author for a copy of this book. The review here is entirely my own.

Publisher: Sweet Pea Productions
Publication Date: October 5,2020