Monday, December 29, 2014

The Promise by Amanda Tru

The Promise (Yesterday Series - Time Travel Romance Book 6) By Amanda Tru

ABOUT THE BOOK:
The secrets to changing Hannah's past, lie in her future.

The terror of being captured by her enemy throws Hannah into the distant future. But it is a future that holds secrets.

As the closely guarded secrets unravel, so does the mystery of Hannah's life. Now her entire existence hinges on her actions.

With time on her own life running out, Hannah is driven by an obsession to travel back in time to save her husband and family, righting the wrongs fro her mistakes. But in order to so do, she must control her time traveling and then somehow save a dead man.

Hannah must face life-altering secrets, heart-breaking betrayal, shocking surprises, and a final encounter with a villain intent on destroying her. Can she save herself before time traveling takes its final toll? Though Hannah believes God has a plan for her life, can she trust that the author of time can also use her sin for her ultimate good? And in the end, can she finally leave time in His hands, even if it doesn't include her happily ever after?

'The Promise' is book 6 in the 'Yesterday' series. While each book tells its distinct part in the story, readers should start with book 1, 'Yesterday,' in order to fully appreciate Hannah's journey.

YESTERDAY, Book 1
THE LOCKET, Book 2
TODAY, Book 3
THE CHOICE, Book 4
TOMORROW, Book 5
THE PROMISE, Book 6


MY THOUGHTS:
This is book 6 in the series if you haven’t read the others I suggest you do that first. Amanda Tru has an amazing skill in writing. These books are full of twists and turns in Hannah’s timeline and things that she encounters and changes in her past and her future. I was very interested in how Hannah’s story would come to an end and how Amanda would be able to keep things straight and tell a good story. Amanda never disappoints, she is an excellent Author! I do not want to comment too much on the book in fear of giving away too many spoilers but I love how Hannah’s story comes together and she is able to find out things about herself, her life and God’s plan for her. Things in our life aren’t always something we can control and they don’t always have the outcome we might want but in the end everyone can find the silver lining and their happy ending and that is what happens here. I highly recommend this whole set of books!!
Note: I was gifted this book by Amanda Tru from on contest I entered. All opinions of the book are my own!

Dubiosity by Christy Barritt


Dubiosity by Christy Barritt
ABOUT THE BOOK:
Savannah Harris vowed to leave behind her old life as an intrepid investigative reporter. But when a friend raises suspicions about two migrant workers who’ve gone missing from the sleepy coastal town Savannah calls home, her curiosity spikes.
As ever more eerie incidents begin afflicting the area, each works to draw Savannah out of her seclusion and raise the stakes—for both Savannah and the surrounding community. Even as Savannah’s new boarder, Clive Miller, makes her feel things she thought long forgotten, she suspects he’s hiding something too, and he’s not the only one. Doubts collide in Savannah’s mind: Who can she really trust?
As secrets emerge and danger closes in, Savannah must choose between faith and uncertainty. One wrong decision might spell the end…not just for her, but for everyone around her.
Will she unravel the mystery in time, or will doubt get the best of her?

MY THOUGHTS:
Christy Barritt does it again! This book does not disappoint! It is a page turner I didn’t want to put down. IT IS A MUST BUY! It’s a little creepy, yet, adventurous and exciting! Savannah’s story is so sad and I wanted so badly for things to work out for her. It is creepy to know that people can watch you like that without your knowledge but I know it happens. Even after all Savannah had been through in her past she was able to pull from her ‘old self’ and become the investigative reporter she was meant to be.  I loved the ending and was glad justice was served! It was a great book!

Note: I was gifted this book by Christy Barritt for an honest review and all opinions are my own.

Saturday, December 20, 2014

Pranced by Christy Barritt

Pranced by Christy Barritt
ABOUT THE BOOK:
Sierra Nakamura Davis thinks that spending Christmas with her husband’s relatives will be a real Yuletide treat. But when the animal rights activist finds out that his family has a reindeer farm, she begins to feel more like the Grinch.

Even worse, when Sierra arrives, she discovers that those very reindeer are missing. The community is depending on the creatures to spread holiday cheer at the annual light show. Plus, Sierra fears the animals might be suffering a far worst fate than being used for entertainment purposes.

Can Sierra set aside her dogmatic opinions to help get the reindeer home in time for the holidays? Or will secrets tear the family apart and ruin Sierra’s dream of the perfect Christmas?

MY THOUGHTS:
What a cute addition to the Sierra stories. I loved this little Christmas Novella! After getting to know Sierra's family it was only fitting to meet Chad's as well! I loved the end of this book and how it brings them all to the true meaning of Christmas.

Note: I was given this good by Christy Barritt in exchange for an honest review. And I loved it! 

Wednesday, December 17, 2014

Falling for Rayne: Book 1 in the Love and Flowers Trilogy by Shannon Guymon

Falling for Rayne: Book 1 in the Love and Flowers Trilogy by Shannon Guymon
ABOUT THE BOOK:
Garrett Murphy is used to rejection. As a child, he was rejected by his mother and as a man he was rejected by Jane Kendall. Going without love has turned Garrett into a man who doesn't trust in a woman's heart. So when he meets Rayne Nyman, she's too good to be true. She's beautiful, talented and sweet. She also happens to be a world renowned pianist. He knows there's no way she'd ever want to stay in Fircest with him when she could be living the life she was born to. Rayne is determined to prove him wrong and show him that love can be forever but when she comes under fire and her life is put in danger,she might not have the chance.
MY THOUGHTS:
I loved this book! My sweetheart was my favorite books of Shannon Guymon’s so far, I think. I was sad when Garrett wasn’t chosen by Jane but at the same time I thought Jane made the right pick. Anyway, I was really glad that Garrett got his own story!!!! I love all of the people in the little town if Fircrest and I like that you get to read about each one individually and get to know them better. I thought that Rayne and Garrett had a sweet story and they kind of reminded me of my husband and I. Especially, since we aren’t afraid to speak our minds even if that means we end up fighting and then making up! It was another great book to add to my collection. I can’t wait to read the next one!

Come To Me: Book 1 in the Love and Trust Trilogy by Shannon Guymon



Come To Me: Book 1 in the Love and Trust Trilogy by Shannon Guymon

ABOUT THE BOOK:
Will the past repeat itself? Rob hasn't had the best of luck when it comes to women and his epic failure with Kit Kendall is still very fresh. Rob might be successful in sports and in business but does he have what it takes to be successful in love? When Rob gets to know Wren Tyler, his sous chef, he's willing to try again even knowing he could get hurt. Wren on the other hand, is very attracted to Rob, but she knows she's not in his league. So when he starts to pay her attention, who could blame her for being a little suspicious? But have Wren's past heartbreaks destroyed her ability to trust? And will Rob be able to overcome his past failures and become the man Wren needs him to be? Only true love will be able to heal Wren's heart and help her trust again.
MY THOUGHTS:
I loved this book! I know I say that EVERYTIME but I really really love them all! Rob Definitely needed his own story. I mean come on he is a retired professional athlete he has to end up with a girl! I thought that little Wren was a perfect fit for him. They have a great story! And I am glad that Rob was able to get over his insecurities and know that he was worthy of any girl that would have him!
 I love all of the people in the little town if Fircrest and I like that if you get more of Shannon’s books you get to read about each one individually and get to know them better. It was another great book to add to my collection. I can’t wait to read the next one!

My Sweetheart: Book 3 in the Love and Dessert Trilogy by Shannon Guymon





My Sweetheart: Book 3 in the Love and Dessert Trilogy by Shannon Guymon

Jane Kendall loves her new life. She loves baking. She loves working with her sisters. And oh yeah, she loves Tate Matafeo most of all. Which would be great if he loved her back. Jane refuses to let heartbreak rule her life though, so she turns to Google and finds 10 easy steps on How To Fall Out Of Love. As helpful as Google is, Tate Matafeo is a hard habit to break especially when her new friend Meredith insists she come to a Rugby game and Tate happens to be on the team. Alex Foster is one man willing to take her mind off of Tate, but Jane knows trouble when she sees it and ends up getting a restraining order. Between Kit’s wedding, Tate’s mixed signals, Alex’s obsession and her father’s rehab, Jane wonders if she’ll ever get her happy ending.
MY THOUGHTS:
I loved this book! It think it is my favorite so far. Jane is kind of the quiet smart girl. I can relate to that! Jane defiantly had a harder time than the others. With all the different men and the mixed signals. She is also the one that comes up with the amazing dessert creations at the bakery!  I loved her and Tate’s story and even though he played hard to get and she wanted to forget him sometimes things don’t always go the way we plan! I love all of the people in the little town if Fircrest and I like that if you get more of Shannon’s books you get to read about each one individually and get to know them better. It was another great book to add to my collection. I can’t wait to read the next one!