The Sweet Life By: Suzanne Woods Fisher

Looking for the perfect summer getaway read? Then look no further, The Sweet Life by Suzanne Woods Fisher is the perfect escape to the town of Cape Cod, with Dawn’s wedding cancelled and her mom, Marnie, going through her own battles, Marnie and Dawn decide to enjoy the scheduled honeymoon and turn it into a mom and daughter trip and while there Dawn decides to buy an ice cream shop. 
You will enjoy this quirky little town and all its characters while craving ice cream in every flavor possible. I’ve really enjoyed this book and characters and can’t wait for the rest in the series. 

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Willow By: Ronie Kendig

4.5/5 stars

Book 2 of Ronie Kendig’s Metcalfe has arrived, get ready for the latest story as we follow Willow Metcalfe. Willow has never quite been sure where she belonged, with her caring heart she didn’t necessarily feel like she lived up to the Metcalfe name. When the unexpected happens and Willow, the people she worked with, and the children she was trying to protect are kidnapped and thrown into the world of human trafficking, can Willow find a way to save herself and the people she cares about?

With a continuation of the Metcalfe series, Kendig dives headfirst into the world of human trafficking with out holding back, she approaches the topic with authenticity and handles the subject with sensitivity. I’ve really enjoyed reading the Metcalfe series and am excited to get to Range’s story. You will love the character of Willow and the heart and fire she has to fight for the people she cares for.

I received this book complimentary from the author in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

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The Nature of Witches By: Rachel Griffin

The Nature of Witches, the debut book from author Rachel Griffin is a captivating novel about the witches who help to protect the atmosphere and the earth from destruction, and the story of Clara, a young witch with a huge destiny and a fear of the power she has within her.

It has been a while since I picked up a book that I could not put down and this one has checked all of the boxes, Griffin writes in a way that you are completely drawn into the story and just enjoy the natural rhythm of the characters, the main character is such an interesting and complex character and watching her journey throughout this story is amazing. I am excited to see what other stories Griffin will bring in the future.

I received this book complimentary in exchange for an honest review through Netgalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

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Present Danger By: Elizabeth Goddard

Present Danger by Elizabeth Goddard is the first book in the Rocky Mountain Courage Series which follows Former FBI Special Agent Jack Tanner and US Forest Service Special Agent Terra Connors. During a search and rescue mission a body is found that shows signs of murder and a connection to a dangerous trafficker of artifacts which throws Jack Tanner into working alongside his old frame Terra Connors to solve the case before it takes a deadly turn.

Bestselling and award winning author Elizabeth Goddard has crafted another amazing book, right from the start you are thrown into the center of a murder investigation and meeting the lead characters. Goddard dives right into the story without missing a beat, pulling you into the mystery at page one, full of twists and turns until the very last page you do not know what to expect. This book is a great start for the series to come, I love when an author takes time and does their research on a subject so not only are you enjoying a great book but also learning somethings along the way, I am excited to see where the rest of the series takes us.

I received this book complimentary from Revell in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

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A Dance in Donegal By: Jennifer Deibel

The debut novel Jennifer Deibel has arrived with A Dance in Donegal. Prepare yourself to be transported to Ireland in the early 1900’s. Moira has lost her mother and has decided to follow through with her mothers wish for Moira to teach in her hometown in Ireland. So Moira sets out to a land she’s only heard of, to a town where she doesn’t speak the language and has quite the cast of characters, as Moira learns to navigate what her journey will look like as she learns about the country her mother called home that is full of superstitions and mysteries she never imagined.

Deibel’s debut novel will transport you to a new time and place, I truly enjoyed this book and would recommend to anyone, my only struggles were the short spurts of chapters where things didn’t seem to happen and it took a little to get into the story. Either way I’ve enjoyed the book and am excited to see what comes next.

I received this book complimentary from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

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Nine By: Rachel Dekker

Zoe Johnson has spent her life hiding, going by unnoticed and never drawing attention to herself, until one day Lucy crosses Zoe’s path and against her better judgement knows that she must help Lucy.

I love when I come across a story that I haven’t heard before, something new and keeps the pages turning and Rachel Dekker has done exactly that. This story is full of suspense with interesting characters that will keep you captivated until the very end. This book will also have you questioning, who you want to be and how you are not trapped by your past or the expectations placed on you. I really enjoyed this book.

I received this book complimentary from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

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by Elle on September 25, 2020  •  Permalink
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Until I Met You By: Tari Faris

Until I Met You By: Tari Faris is Book 2 in the Restoring Heritage Series. Libby is ready for a fresh start, she’s ready to move on with her life and start a new job resuscitating an old library. Meanwhile, Austin is attempting to save the family business and Libby and Austin quickly butt heads. Will they be able to see past their differences, and learn from each other.

Until I Met You is the perfect read for fall, Faris has crafted a beautiful story full of interesting characters, you also get the opportunity to revisit some of your favorite characters. One of the things I loved about this story is the character of Libby and her determination, love of books and her being a librarian. This was a really cute story that is perfect to curl up over a long weekend. I am excited to see future books from Faris.

I received this book complimentary in change for an honest review from te publisher. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

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To Sleep in a Sea of Stars By: Christopher Paolini

From #1 New York Best Selling author, Christopher Paolini comes a brand new space epic. It’s time to blast off into the skies an explore the vastness of space. Kira Navarez has always dreamed of exploring the stars and making first contact. On a routine mission, her dreams come true as Kira stumbles upon an ancient relic that propels her on an adventure that will have her saving the universe, or watching its total destruction

As in his prior books, Paolini has masterfully crafted a world of places and characters that will pull you in from the start. This is a book that anyone can enjoy, however, the sci-fi lovers, which I am one of, will absolutely adore this book and the ones to follow. I really loved the world building aspect of this story, as well as the thought behind each aspect, even though set in the future is still felt realistic. This is a new story, it is not one that has been heard before and I am excited to see what comes next.

The audio version of this book is great and I enjoyed Jennifer Hale’s reading of the book.

I received the audiobook complimentary from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

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by Elle on September 20, 2020  •  Permalink
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Set the Stars Alight By: Amanda Dykes

Set the Stars Alight - By: Amanda Dykes

We’ve all heard the phrase “Don’t judge a book by its cover,” and I am going to be honest, that with this book I completely judged it by the cover, between the stars and the sea, based on the cover, this was a journey that I wanted to go on. Not knowing anything about the author, Amanda Dykes, I dove into a story full of wonder and the magic of story telling. The cover speaks volumes, but the story within will pull you in to its depths and take you on a beautiful journey through the generations.

Lucy has always loved the story of the lost ship the Jubilee, and the mystery shrouded around it, her childhood friend has always had his head in the stars, after years apart they have found themselves back together on a journey to find the Jubilee and piece together their past along the way.

Set the Stars Alight is a truly captivating book, I loved the juxtaposition of seeing what was happening in the present with Lucy and Dash and then seeing what had happened in the past and how they were both related. Amanda Dykes writing style is simply captivating and I cannot wait to see what other stories she has to share. I absolutely loved this book, and plan to revisit it again.

I have received this book complimentary from Bethany House in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

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Crushing Depths By: Dani Pettrey

Dani Pettrey has returned with book 2 of her Coastal Guardian Series, The Crushing Depths. When an accident happens on an oil rig, Rissi Dawson and Mason Rogers are sent to investigate, en route to the rig, their helicopter crashes, and from there a series of events that continues to alarm the agents. Could all these be coincidences, or are they a part of a much bigger plan?

From the start I have been a fan of Dani Pettrey and all of her books, with her latest series, The Coastal Guardians, I have found a new series and characters to fall in love with. Crushing Depths is a book of twists and turns and a story of two people learning to trust each other and work together to figure out what is going on. I loved this story and the characters of Rissi and Mason as they explored their relationship. This book was a definite page turner and I couldn’t put it down. I cannot see where the next book will take us.

I received this  book complimentary from Bethany House Publishers. A positive review was not required. All opinions are my own.

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