Dive team Captain Anissa Bell has been hiding a secret for years. She’s always felt guilty that she was the one who made a mistake and yet, she survived, but her friend Carly didn’t. She knows that she may never find the person who killed her friend and kidnapped Jillian (the girl her friend was baby sitting), but she’s never stopped looking. She knows that Carly’s case has to be put on the back burner, while she takes care of the active cases that she’s been assigned and most of the time, she doesn’t think about it; however, when she and Gabe hear two teens in trouble, the situation hits too close to home.
Gabe is given the case, but notices that it seemed to have affected Anissa. He’s always been a bit protective of Anissa, but he’s not sure why; however, it doesn’t matter because he is not the marrying type. When Anissa opens up to him about her past, he’s not sure how to react. These feelings that he is feeling towards Anissa are so strange and new and he’s torn between exploring these feelings and remaining at a comfortable distance. When he learns that someone has a vendetta against Anissa, he’s determined to stop at nothing to protect her – even if it cost him his life.
While investigating the case with her team, Annisa finds herself falling in love with Gabe, which doesn’t make any sense because he annoys the living daylights out of her. She doesn’t understand why she feels this way and to tell you the truth, it really scares her. When she finds out that someone’s out to get her, she’s determined that no one else will get hurt because of her – and that includes her team and more specifically Gabe
Here’s what I thought
This is the third book in the Dive Team Investigation series and I highly recommend every book in the series – that being said, this book is written in such a way that it could be read as a standalone; however, I personally recommend reading the first two books so that you can have a better understanding of all the team has gone through. I’ve been excited to read Anissa and Gabe’s story ever since I finished book two and this book was even better then I expected! Seriously, this has to be my favorite in the entire series. There is so much depth to each of the characters and I LOVED the dynamic relationship between Gabe and Anissa. What really set this book apart for me was how strong both Anissa and Gabe’s faith was. It was really amazing to see both character’s faith in action and to see them live it on a daily basis. (yes, I know that the character’s are fictional, but we can still learn a lot from them) Overall, with a dynamic storyline that keeps you on the edge of your seat and a very explosive ending, One Final Breath is a definite “Must Read”. Rated 5 out of 5 stars *****
Here’s the bookish details,
From the Back Cover
When investigator Gabriel Chavez had his cover blown by an aggressive
reporter, the silver lining was being able to rejoin the dive team. The
downside? Dive team captain Anissa Bell–a woman who both fascinates and
frustrates him.
Anissa grew up as a missionary kid on the
Micronesian island of Yap and always planned to return after college.
But she remained stateside, determined to solve the case that haunts
her–the murder of her best friend and the disappearance of a
three-year-old child.
When Anissa’s fractured past collides with
Gabe’s investigation into the tragic shooting death of a teenage boy in
Lake Porter, they’ll have to put their complicated history with each
other aside in order to uncover the identity of a killer. What they’ll
discover is that revenge has no statute of limitations.
Award-winning author Lynn H. Blackburn closes out her nail-biting Dive Team Investigations series with a story that will have you wondering how long you can hold your breath.
About the Author
Lynn H. Blackburn is the author of Beneath the Surface, In Too Deep, Hidden Legacy, and Covert Justice. Winner of the 2016 Selah Award for Mystery and Suspense, and the 2016 Carol Award for Short Novel, Blackburn believes in the power of stories, especially those that remind us that true love exists, a gift from the Truest Love. She’s passionate about CrossFit, coffee, and chocolate (don’t make her choose) and experimenting with recipes that feed both body and soul. She lives in Simpsonville, South Carolina, with her true love, Brian, and their three children.
*I received a copy of this book through Lynn H’ Blackburn and Revell. Thoughts and opinions expressed are mine alone.
Throwback Thursday Reviews are for books that are on my “Must Read” list; however, they are not new releases. (well, this one is from August, so it’s not that old). This book is by an amazing suspense author, Christy Barritt! If you haven’t checked out her books and you like suspense, I would definitely recommend any of her books.
Here’s the Bookish Details
From the back cover
A child in jeopardy
A heart-racing The Baby Protectors story. When the mother of the toddler Sienna Thompson is babysitting never returns for him—and then the child’s nearly abducted—Sienna knows their lives are in danger. Sienna’s neighbor, FBI agent Devin Matthews, thwarts the kidnapping and promises to protect Sienna and the boy. But when they discover the child’s missing mother isn’t who she claimed to be, can they survive long enough to uncover the truth?
My Synopsis
Sienna Thompson was just supposed to be doing a simple favor for someone. She promised her co-worker Anita, that she would watch her toddler for a few days; however, when the day came for Colby to be picked up, his mom never showed. That night, someone broke into Sienna’s house and tried to kidnap Colby; however, both Sienna and Colby are saved by Sienna’s mysterious, yet handsome neighbor, FBI agent Devin Matthews. Unsure of where to go, they rush off into the night to hide until they can find out who’s after them. Every time they think that they’re safe, danger finds them. Determined to take care of Colby until Anita can be found, Sienna and Devin set out discover why someone wants the baby so badly that they’re willing to kill anyone and everyone who stands in their way.
Here’s what I thought about it
This is book five of the Baby Protectors series and its part of the Love Inspired Suspense collection. Although this book is part of a series, it can definitely be read as a standalone. I’m truly amazed at how much depth the author put in such a small story. The characters were well written and the relationship between Sienna and Devin was perfect.
The overall plot was so exciting (in a suspenseful way) and there are so many twist and turns that I had a hard time putting the book down. One thing I love about this book (and any other Love Inspired Suspense novel) is the size. I love that it’s small enough to fit in my purse and also small enough that I can read in one afternoon. Overall, I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars. *****
About the Author
Christy Barritt loves stories and has been writing them for as long as she can remember. When she’s not working on books, Christy writes articles for various publications. She’s also a frequent speaker at various writers groups, women’s luncheons and church events. She’s married to Scott, a teacher. They have two sons, two dogs and a houseplant named Martha. For more information, visit her website at: http://www.christybarritt.com.
Have you ever felt like your life is spinning out of control? Like everything you had planned and hoped for, is suddenly slipping though your fingers? That’s how it felt for Luke and Izzy Schrock, Luke had always been a trouble maker; however, ever since he married Izzy, he’s started to turn his life around. He finally feels like he and Izzy are in a good place in their relationship/marriage, when he’s unexpectedly chosen to be a Deacon. Shocked by this turn of events, he tries his best to be the man God wants him to be; however, it’s really hard for him to believe he can do the job when not even his wife voted for him
Here’s the Bookish Details
Book: Stitches in Time
Author: Suzanne Woods Fisher
Genre: Contemporary Amish fiction
Release Date: October 1, 2019
From the back cover
Detachment had worked well as a life strategy for horse trainer Sam Schrock. Until he met Mollie Graber . . .
New to Stoney Ridge, schoolteacher Mollie has come to town for a
fresh start. Aware of how fleeting and fragile life is, she wants to
live it boldly and bravely. When Luke Schrock, new to his role as
deacon, asks the church to take in foster girls from a group home, she’s
the first to raise her hand. The power of love, she believes, can pick
up the dropped stitches in a child’s heart and knit them back together.
Mollie envisions sleepovers and pillow fights. What the 11-year-old
twins bring to her home is anything but. Visits from the sheriff at
midnight. Phone calls from the school truancy officer. And then the most
humiliating moment of all: the girls accuse Mollie of drug addiction.
There’s only one thing that breaks through the girls’ hard shell–an
interest in horses. Reluctantly and skeptically, Sam Schrock gets drawn
into Mollie’s chaotic life. What he didn’t expect was for love to knit
together the dropped stitches in his own heart . . . just in time.
Suzanne Woods Fisher invites you back to the little Amish church of Stoney Ridge for a touching story of the power of love.
Here’s what I thought of the story
First, this is the second book in The Deacon’s Family series, but it definitely could be read as a stand alone. The book follows the lives of Mollie Graber, Sam Schrock and Luke and Izzy Schrock who each have their own unique set of struggles and I think it’s really cool that the author wrote each of the main characters in a way that we can relate to each of them. Mollie feels led to do something big for God (she wants to make an impact in two girls lives) and unfortunately, it’s not as easy as she throught it was going to be, Sam is struggling with trusting people, because every time he loves someone, they pass away, Luke is struggling with this job that he has been given and is worried that he will let those he love down and Izzy is worried that God will not ever bless her with a child and even though she has her sheep, they just don’t seem to fill the void in her heart. The story was really good, and I LOVE the ending (it will almost make you cry – don’t worry, it’s in a good way), definitely hoping that there will be another book in the series.
If you want to check out the first book in the series, click on the picture below
If you want to get your own copy of Stitches in Time, click on one of the links below!
Carol-award winner Suzanne Woods
Fisher writes untold stories about inspiring people. With over one
million copies of her books sold worldwide, she is the bestselling
author of fiction and non-fiction, ranging from Amish Peace: Simple Wisdom for a Complicated World to the historical novel Anna’s Crossing.
A Word from Suzanne
Question: Have you ever felt the tug to become a foster parent?
Suzanne: On any given day, there are nearly 438,000 children in foster care in the United States. Most states have a critical need for more foster parents, and the number of children placed in foster care increases yearly. There are plenty of assumptions about having foster children, but most are incorrect. The media has a tendency to focus on the negative, but from all the research I conducted to write this book, for every bad news story, there were two good ones. Good stories just don’t make the news. Below are some of the most common assumptions about foster care, with corrected information that is applicable across the United States (but keep in mind that each state has their own requirements).
Myth: Kids in foster care are bad or troubled.
Truth: Children in foster care are good kids taken out of a troubled situation. They need a caring foster parent who is patient and understanding. When given the opportunity, most of these children begin to thrive.
Myth: To be a foster parent, you need to be married and own a home and be a college graduate.
Truth: You don’t need to be married or to own a home or even be a college graduate. That means if you’re single or renting, you can be a foster parent.
Myth: I can’t afford to be a foster parent.
Truth: There are monthly reimbursement rates for children in foster care based on the level of care you provide. Medical and dental care is paid through state Medicaid programs.
Myth: Most kids in foster care are teenagers.
Truth: The average age of a child entering foster care is seven years old.
Myth: Most kids are in foster care because their parents have abused drugs.
Truth: Now, this one is not a myth. It’s true. There are fifteen categories that can be responsible for a child’s removal from a home. Drug abuse from a parent has had the largest percentage increase.
Myth: Fostering could require a commitment until the child turns eighteen.
Truth: Generally, children remain in state care for less than two years. Only six percent spend five or more years in foster care.
Myth: It’s too hard to give a child up to his biological family.
Truth: Most children are in foster care for a short time, returning to their biological families. Reuniting a child to his family is the ideal situation. Foster families provide a safe haven for a child. Healthy grieving is to be expected, but it’s for the right reasons. It’s healthy.
Myth: You can’t adopt foster children.
Truth: In 2016, more than 65,000 children—whose mothers and fathers parental rights were legally terminated—waiting to be adopted. Also in 2016, more than 20,000 children “aged out” of foster care without permanent families. Research has shown that those who leave care without being linked to a “forever family” have a higher likelihood than the general youth population to experience homelessness, unemployment, and incarceration as adults. Is there room in your heart and family for a child in need? There are many ways to get involved, some that do not even require foster care. One recommendation: volunteer with The National CASA Association (Court Appointed Special Advocates) for Children. You can find out more information here: www.casaforchildren.org.
Or consider small ways to connect to children in need—after school
tutoring at your public library. Volunteering at a community center. Buy
Christmas gifts for a family in need through an Adopt-a-Family program
with a local church. Support a family who does provide foster care with
respites—babysitting or meals. There’s many ways to get involved to care
for children in need. And every little bit makes a difference.
I don’t have much time to talk, but I wanted to take a quick second and share the first line from one of the books I’m reading.
“Merrill Krause tucked an errant strand of hair under her knit cap and sighed”
The Icecutter’s Daughter by Tracie Peterson
From the back cover
Merrill Krause longs for a family of her own, but she’s bound by a promise to her dying mother to care for her father and older brothers until they no longer need her. She enjoys being part of the family business, harvesting ice during the brutal Minnesota winters. Merrill actively takes part, possessing a keen ability to work with the horses–despite the advice of her good friend, who disapproves of her unladylike behavior.
When Rurik Jorgenson arrives in their small town to join his uncle doing carpentry, he soon crosses paths with Merrill. But unlike other men, who are often frightened away by her older brothers, Rurik isn’t intimidated by them or by Merrill’s strength and lack of femininity. As he thrives under the mentorship of his uncle, Rurik dreams of inheriting the business and claiming Merrill as his wife. But while he is determined to start a new life, the past is determined to follow him when his former fiancee and her brother show up in town. Soon Rurik is put in the center of a major scandal that may damage his relationship with Merrill. Can they learn to trust God–and each other–and embrace the promise of love?
About the Author
Tracie Peterson is the bestselling, award-winning author of more than one hundred books. Tracie also teaches writing workshops at a variety of conferences on subjects such as inspirational romance and historical research. She and her family live in Montana.
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Hi Readers, Happy Wednesday!! I’m so excited to be a part of the Hashtag Rogue Blog tour, so I just want to welcome you to stop #17!
So first, the Bookish Details;
Book: Hashtag Rogue
Author: Chautona Havig
Genre: Fiction / Contemporary / Suspense
Release Date: August 20, 2019
From the back cover
Something is terribly wrong in The Agency… Again.
Flynne Dortmann: computer specialist
extraordinaire. The right arm of every agent in The Agency. And totally
untrained for agent duty.
So when no one takes a threat seriously, Flynne does the only thing she can think of. With money she has no authorization to use, a gun she’s never fired in her hip pocket, and more zip-ties than any agent should be allowed to carry, Flynne takes on protective detail for an unwilling client. #Rogue.
Mark Cho hasn’t had a chance to get used to
being Marco Mendina—head of the Eastern US Agency. Not only that, every
sign points to someone knowing he isn’t who he appears to be. His
agency is in trouble. His agents may be in danger, and with an office
girl gone rogue, deciding what problem to tackle first is a problem in
itself.
Not to mention, he misses his office assistant with her emoji-speak, killer tech skills, and sharp instincts.
So what did I think?
First, I want to let you know that I’ve never read any of the previous books in the series, so I read this book as a standalone (I wanted to check out the book because I thought the title was intriguing and I liked the cover – I know, I know, I shouldn’t judge a book by it’s cover, but…) I will say it was a little difficult at first to understand what was going on, but you quickly get grabbed into the story. It’s funny, but I never saw myself liking a character with purple, blue and green hair and who talks teen-speak (Coolio – cool, Amazeballs – amazing and there are so many others that I felt dropped my IQ😉) but Flynn really grew on me. She’s a smart computer techie, who saw a threat that no one else saw and decided to take matters into her own hands. She quickly grabbed what she thought she needed and didn’t realize what she was getting into until she was already too deep. Seriously, with Flynn’s attempts at being an agent, Erika’s never-ending commentary on how annoying Flynn’s language is, combined with everything else going on, this book is incredibly hard to put down! There are several characters that aren’t a christian and they do swear, but nothing is written out (for example, it would say that Mark said a few choice words, or Flynn used her strange language to say something that was completely gibberish). Another thing that I loved about the book was that Keith and Erika’s faith was contagious and it started making a difference in several of the agents lives, even when they didn’t want to accept it. Seriously, I would love to make that much of a difference in my job. Overall, I really liked the book and I LOVED the author’s attention to the little details. I’ve already decided that I want to learn more about the character’s, so I’m going to have to back track and read the all the other books in the series. Oh well, I guess I’ll have to order more books😊
Chautona Havig lives in an oxymoron, escapes into imaginary worlds that look startlingly similar to ours and writes the stories that emerge. An irrepressible optimist, Chautona sees everything through a kaleidoscope of It’s a Wonderful Life sprinkled with fairy tales. Find her on the web and say howdy—if you can remember how to spell her name.
Read an Excerpt
Erika ordered her eyes to open. They declined the offer. Once more, and with as much of a mental drill sergeant tone as she could muster, she demanded the possibility of sight. Neither eyelid gave so much as a twitch.
Resigned, she then tried to ascertain the reason for said
incorporation by the lids of her eyes. Her brain, too, had gone AWOL.
White noise replaced rational thought, grit, replaced natural eye
moisture, and if the sensation coming from her tongue could be trusted,
she’d transformed into a cottonmouth.
Except that I can’t slither. I know I can’t.
That, Erika decided, was improvement. It just had to be rational thought. Oh, God please. A question arose. Do I pray? The moment she asked, Erika nodded—inwardly, anyway. I do. Not sure since when… maybe that’ll come next. Clarity formed when a voice broke through what might or might not have been consciousness.
“Oh, thank whatever you’re supposed to thank—don’t want to be, like, totes offensive if I’m not supposed to say, ‘God,’ but I was afraid you had flat-lined.”
“Flynne?”
“Yay! She lives!”
Why do I feel like that’s supposed to be “He lives?”
“So, can you sit up if I help you?”
Bile churned in Erika’s gut. Her eyes felt like they bugged, but she
wasn’t even confident she could see anymore. Then Flynne’s purple,
green, and blue hair came into view. She glared, wrestling her mouth
into contortions and fighting back the urge to vomit. “Please!”
It came out more like, “Mmmweeeeeffff”
“Can’t understand you.” Flynne’s eyes narrowed.
Perspiration formed on Erika’s forehead, neck, and in every other uncomfortable place. Cold, clammy perspiration.
“Do you promise not to scream if I take this off?” She tapped the tape.
Erika just nodded with vehemence that nearly lost her what breakfast she’d eaten.
Again, Flynne’s eyes grew even narrower than the first time. “Okay…”
Eyes wide, the girl ripped off her high-top converse and pulled a sock
from her foot. “So help me, if you scream, I’m stuffing this in your mouth—supes gross.” She wriggled it for effect—just in case Erika didn’t catch the utter disgustingness of it.
Once more, Erika nodded and pleaded. You’re so going to regret threatening me with that.
I’m so excited that fall is almost here!! The leaves are starting to change here in VA and this morning it was only 48 degrees. 🙂 I love this time of year because it gives me an excuse to sit in front of my fireplace with a cup of tea, my dog, a warm blanket and of course, a great book. So this week, by first line is from Dani Pettrey’s latest novel, The Killing Tide. Seriously, if you have some free time and are looking for a book that is hard to put down, this is definitely one you want to check out!
“Fire ripped through Finn’s right shoulder, ricocheting down his arm.”
The Killing Tide by Dani Pettrey
Wow!! This is one of the most intense first lines I have ever read. This one sentence tells us nothing except that Finn is either injured or is working out incredibly hard. I won’t tell you much, but I will say that this book is definitely on my “Must Read” list.
From the back cover
When one Coast Guard officer is found dead and another goes missing,
Coast Guard Investigative Service special agent Finn Walker faces his
most dangerous crime yet. His only clues are what little evidence
remains aboard the dead officer’s boat, and the direction
the clues point to will test Finn and the Guard to their limits.
When
investigative reporter–and Finn’s boss’s sister–Gabby Rowley arrives,
her unrelenting questions complicate an already volatile situation. Now
that she’s back, the tug on Finn’s heart is strong, but with the risks
she’s taking for her next big story, he fears she might not live through
it.
Thrown together by the heinous crime, Finn and Gabby can’t ignore the sparks or judgments flying between them. But will they be able to see past their preconceptions long enough to track down an elusive killer, or will they become his next mark?
About the Author
Dani Pettrey is a wife, homeschooling mom, and author. She feels blessed to write inspirational romantic suspense because it incorporates so many things she loves–the thrill of adventure, nail biting suspense, the deepening of her characters’ faith, and plenty of romance. She and her husband reside in Maryland with their two teenage daughters. Visit her website at http://www.danipettrey.com.
What do you like to read on a chilly night, all curled up in a blanket? Do you like Suspense, Romance or maybe Historical Romance? I’d love to know what your reading today, so join the First Line Friday fun by grabbing the book nearest to you and leaving the first line in the comments below.
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Can you believe that it’s already September? I was hoping that life would slow down a bit now that school has started and things should start to settle down, but it seems like my days are even busier now, then before. So my question for you is, how do you find time to read when everything else seems to demand your time? Thankfully I still have a little bit of time for reading and I am LOVING my current “must read” so I thought I would share the first line with you.
“The numbers marched across the page in a glory all their own.”
The Number of Love by Roseanna M. White
This first line is interesting to me, because all you get is that there’s numbers… but we have no idea what they’re for or what they mean 🙂
The Number of Love is the first book of Roseanna’s latest series, The Codebreakers and so far it is AMAZING!
Here is the information from the back cover
The Toughest Puzzle She’ll Have to Solve Might Be the Wishes of Her Own Heart
Three
years into the Great War, England’s greatest asset is their
intelligence network–field agents risking their lives to gather
information, and codebreakers able to crack German telegrams for hints
of the enemy’s plans. Margot De Wilde thrives in the environment of the
secretive Room 40, where she spends her days deciphering intercepted
messages. But when her world is turned upside down by an unexpected
loss, she discovers for the first time in her life that numbers aren’t
enough.
About the Author
Roseanna M. White (www.roseannamwhite.com) is a
bestselling, Christy Award-nominated author who has long claimed that
words are the air she breathes. When not writing fiction, she’s
homeschooling her two kids, designing book covers, editing, and
pretending her house will clean itself. Roseanna is the author of a slew
of historical novels that span several continents and thousands of
years. Spies and war and mayhem always seem to find their way into her
books . . . to offset her real life, which is blessedly ordinary.
Are you reading something new to you, or are you sitting down with a favorite – I’d love to know the first line of the book that you’re currently reading.
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I’m so excited that here in VA, we are having a taste of Fall! The leaves are starting to change, there’s a crispiness in the morning and night air, and it’s not as hot. Anyway, I wanted to take a second to show you the first line from a book I just started called Overcomer, by Chris Fabry.
“Barbara Scott paused at her front door and listened, hoping she would hear noise inside.”
Overcomer by Chris Fabry
So this first line is from the novelization of the movie, Overcomer and I wanted to share it with you because I saw it a couple of days ago and it was great!! (it is an awesome story, but warning… there are some sad parts) It really makes you stop and ask the question, Who am I?
From the back cover
Life changes overnight for coach John Harrison when his high school basketball team and state championship dreams are crushed under the weight of unexpected news. When the largest manufacturing plant shuts down and hundreds of families leave their town, John questions how he and his family will face an uncertain future. After reluctantly agreeing to coach cross-country, John and his wife, Amy, meet an aspiring athlete who’s pushing her limits on a journey toward discovery. Inspired by the words and prayers of a newfound friend, John becomes the least likely coach helping the least likely runner attempt the impossible in the biggest race of the year.
About the Author
Chris Fabry is an award-winning author and radio personality who hosts the daily program Chris Fabry Live on Moody Radio. He has written more than 80 books for children and adults. Stop by his website at http://www.chrisfabry.com to learn more about his writing and radio endeavors
Do you like to read books that are novelization of a movie? If so, do you like to read the book first, or do you prefer watch the movie first? Now it’s your turn. Grab the book closest to you or your current “must read”, and comment below with the first line.
What are you reading this week?
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Hope that you’re week has been great so far and full of quiet moments to read God’s word and time to dive into a good book. Unfortunately, I’m going to have to cut my blog time short today, because I’m having some eye issues and can’t be on the computer long, but I wanted to take a second to show you the first line from one of my favorite books, After a Fashion by Jen Turano!
“Miss Peabody, I do so hate to interrupt your work, but an urgent message has just arrived that requires immediate attention.”
After A Fashion by Jen Turano
Hmmmm, now that’s an interesting first line.
My question is; what kind of message did she receive that was so urgent, that it demanded her immediate attention? I wanted to show you this book because it’s the first book in the Class of Their Own series and it does not disappoint. If you like reading a fun, quirky romance novel, that has a good dose of humor, you will love this book (and the entire series!)
From the back cover
Miss Harriet Peabody dreams of the day she can open up a shop selling refashioned gowns to independent working women like herself. Unfortunately, when an errand for her millinery shop job goes sadly awry due to a difficult customer, she finds herself out of an income.
Mr. Oliver Addleshaw is on the verge of his biggest business deal yet when he learns his potential partner prefers to deal with men who are settled down and wed. When Oliver witnesses his ex not-quite-fiance cause the hapless Harriet to lose her job, he tries to make it up to her by enlisting her help in making a good impression on his business partner.
Harriet quickly finds her love of fashion can’t make her fashionable. She’ll never truly fit into Oliver’s world, but just as she’s ready to call off the fake relationship, fancy dinners, and elegant balls, a threat from her past forces both Oliver and Harriet to discover that love can come in the most surprising packages.
About the Author
Named One of the Funniest Voices in Inspirational Romance by Booklist, Jen Turano is a USA Today Best-Selling Author, known for penning quirky historical romances set in the Gilded Age. Her books have earned Publisher Weekly and Booklist starred reviews, top picks from Romantic Times, and praise from Library Journal. She’s been a finalist twice for the RT Reviewers’ Choice Awards and had two of her books listed in the top 100 romances of the past decade from Booklist. When she’s not writing, she spends her time outside of Denver, CO. She can be found on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/jenturanoauthor/ or visit her on the web at http://www.jenturano.com.
Something fun, or full of mystery? I’d love to know what you’re reading, so comment below with the first line from your current “must read”. Hope you guys have a great weekend!
Happy Reading! 😊
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Hi Readers, Happy Back to School Friday! Here in Virginia, we started school a couple of days ago. How about you, has school started for you and/or your kids? If so, does that give you more or less time for reading? Personally, I’m hoping things will slow down now so I can enjoy more time reading – seriously, Summer was way too busy and passed by way too quickly. Well I have to go back to work, but I wanted to pass along the first line from one of my latest must reads by Sarah E Ladd.
“Is it always a sin to tell a lie?”
A Lady at Willowgrove Hall by Sarah E. Ladd
So, what do you think about this first line? Personally, I find it very interesting. It makes me wonder what happened to the main character to make her ask such a question.
From the back cover
Her secret cloaks her in isolation and loneliness. His secret traps him in a life that is not his own.
Darbury, England, 1819Cecily Faire carries the shame of her past wherever she treads, knowing one slip of the tongue could expose her disgrace. But soon after becoming a lady’s companion at Willowgrove Hall, Cecily finds herself face-to-face with a man well-acquainted with the past she’s desperately hidden for years.Nathaniel Stanton has a secret of his own—one that has haunted him for years and tied him to his father’s position as steward of Willowgrove Hall. To protect his family, Nathaniel dares not breathe a word of the truth. But as long as the shadow looms over him, he’ll never be free to find his own way in the world. He’ll never be free to fall in love.When the secrets swirling within Willowgrove Hall come to light, Cecily and Nathaniel must confront a painful choice: Will they continue running from the past . . . or will they stand together and fight for a future without the suffocating weight of secrets long kept?
About the Author
Sarah E. Ladd received the 2011 Genesis Award in historical romance for The Heiress of Winterwood. She is a graduate of Ball State University and has more than ten years of marketing experience. Sarah lives in Indiana with her amazing family and spunky golden retriever.
Ok, it’s your turn. What are you reading this weekend? Grab the book nearest you and comment below with it’s first line. Maybe, we’ll be able to find more books to add to my ever growing TBR list
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