"The Postcard"

The Amish of Jamesport #2

by Laura V. Hilton
Review & GIVEAWAY!

 This story of redemption will leave you breathless! 

Description

David Lapp (from Promised to Another) survived a "code blue" when he was in a buggy/semi truck accident in Seymour, Missouri. Now after extensive therapy he has lingering mobility problems and is still struggling to find his place in the world. Lured away from Webster County by thoughts of closed buggies and a postcard friendship he's developed with an Amish girl in Jamesport, he moves north, hoping for a fresh start. He finds temporary work in the area teaching school, and also makes fishing flies and weaves baskets. He sells his products in the Amish markets in the Jamesport area. 
 
Rachel Miller dreams of travel, but feels tied to her Amish life. She is being courted by Mark Graber, but wonders if there's more to life. When she sees David's name mentioned in The Budget, she strikes up a pen pal friendship with David while he's in the hospital and in therapy, consoling him when he and his girlfriend part ways. She never dreams that David will come north and move into her community. David is still fearful in the buggy, especially in high traffic areas. Feeling he's called by God to preach, David spends hours in the Bible, but the Amish discourage him, believing their ministers should be drawn by lot. Will David follow his call, even if it takes him out of the Amish church? Will Rachel realize her dream to travel?

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Biography

Award winning author, Laura Hilton, her husband, Steve, and their five children make their home in Horseshoe Bend, Arkansas. She is a pastor's wife, a stay-at-home mom and home-schools three of her children. Her two oldest children are home school graduates and are in college. Laura is also a breast cancer survivor.

Her publishing credits include three books in the Amish of Seymour series from Whitaker House: Patchwork Dreams, A Harvest of Hearts, and Promised to Another. The Amish of Webster County series, Healing Love. Surrendered Love and Awakened Love. A non Amish book Swept Away will release November 2014 from Abingdon Press. She is contracted for another three book Amish series with Whitaker House, The Amish of Jamesport, releasing in November 2014 (The Snow Globe), June 2015 (The Postcard), and November 2015 (The Birdhouse). A Christmas Amish book, A White Christmas in Webster County, will release in September 2014. Laura is a member of American Christian Fiction Writers. Laura is a professional book reviewer for the Christian market, with over a thousand book reviews published at various online review sites.

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My Review ~

Rachel Miller enjoys writing to people as she dreams of traveling to various locations. Rachel and David Lapp have communicated through letters for many months. A disastrous open buggy accident seriously injured David, causing him a lengthy recuperation, and leaving him with a permanent leg impairment. Unknown to Rachel, David moves to Jamesport because the community uses closed buggies for transportation. His fear of traveling in an open buggy is substantial. He is fortunate to find work teaching school. The discovery that Rachel lives right across the road is just too convenient! Their attraction for one another has already been piqued through their lengthy communication. David carries dark secrets from his past and insecurity for his future, and Rachel is betrothed to another. The challenges they face makes a relationship a dangerous concept!

This is the second book in The Amish of Jamesport series, and it rivals the first installment which took my breath away! "The Postcard" is a very compelling story of forbidden love and passion, and the search for redemption. David is portrayed with depth and strength of character, and his reliance on God's will is richly documented. Rachel is a romantic dreamer, and the attraction that she and David discover for one another is tangible! 

Laura V. Hilton creates characters who possess faults and insecurities, making her stories believable and palpable. The strong thread of faith and redemption throughout this book is undeniable and spiritually uplifting. By describing David with his sense of righteousness and acceptance of his responsibilities, his authenticity is unquestionable. "The Postcard" is inspirational, heart pounding, breathtaking, and the author's sensitivity is admirable! I highly recommend this book! 

Disclaimer:

I received a copy of this book from Whitaker House in exchange for my honest review. All opinions expressed are my own, and no monetary compensation was received for this review.

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"Mercy's Rain"

(An Appalachian Novel)

by Cindy K. Sproles

5.0 out of 5 stars A story of mercy and redemption

Description

When your life is built around a father's wrath, how can you trust in the love of Father God?

Mercy Roller knows her name is a lie: there has never been any mercy in her young life. Raised by a twisted and abusive father who called himself the Pastor, she was abandoned by the church community that should have stood together to protect her from his evil. Her mother, consumed by her own fear and hate, won't stand her ground to save Mercy either.

The Pastor has robbed Mercy of innocence and love, a husband and her child. Not a single person seems capable of standing up to the Pastor's unrestrained evil. So Mercy takes matters into her own hands.

Her heart was hardened to love long before she took on the role of judge, jury, and executioner of the Pastor. She just didn't realize the retribution she thought would save her, might turn her into the very thing she hated most.

Sent away by her angry and grieving mother, Mercy's path is unclear until she meets a young preacher headed to counsel a pregnant couple. Sure that her calling is to protect the family, Mercy is drawn into a different life on the other side of the mountain where she slowly discovers true righteousness has nothing evil about it--and that there might be room for her own stained and shattered soul to find shelter. . . and even love.

Mercy's Rain is a remarkable historical novel set in 19th century Appalachia that traces the thorny path from bitterness to forgiveness and reveals the victory and strength that comes from simple faith.

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Biography

Cindy Sproles is an author and speaker. She has cofounded ChristianDevotions.us and serves as managing editor for SonRise Books and Straight Street Books, imprints of Lighthouse Publishing of the Carolinas. Cindy teaches at Christian Writers Conferences and ladies retreats and ladies conferences across the country. Her devotions are heartfelt and honest. Edgy and inviting. Cindy serves as the executive editor of ChristianDevotions.us, a writing mentor, and life-coach. Author of four non-fiction books, Cindy's Fiction debut novel, Mercy's Rain(Kregel Publishing), will release January 2015. She is a contributing author to CBN.com and InspireaFire.com and serves as the director of Writers ADVANCE! Boot Camp Conference. Visit her at www.cindysproles.com or contact her at cindyksproles@gmail.com

My Thoughts ~

A debut novel, Mercy's Rain is a powerful life portrayal of a young girl whose father was "the pastor." Set in the late 1800s in the Appalachian Mountains Mercy's story unfolds. Mercy's childhood knew no mercy. The only child to "the pastor" and her momma, Mercy was a victim of child abuse. Her momma was unable help, existing in a living hell of her own.

Mercy's story is a difficult one to read and absorb, but the disclosures are substantial. Cindy Sproles has produced a disquieting and painful portrayal of the early years of Mercy Roller, and the agonizing acts her father executed to mold her into a good Christian. The heart breaks for Mercy, and at times for her momma, but you'll discover the devil incarnate in her father, "the pastor." Acts of atrocity occur throughout the telling of Mercy's story. I felt such emotion throughout this book, heartache, anger, misery, and revulsion. 

This is a very detailed depiction of a young life that is destroyed by her own father. The depth of character is impressive, and detailed. This edgy Christian fiction story is told with grace and compassion. "Mercy's Rain" is all about mercy, forgiveness and redemption. This book is not for the weak of heart. It's a tough read, but the depth of faith and hope that carries the reader through this gut-wrenching tale is compelling.

Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from Kregel Publications in exchange for my honest review. All opinions expressed are my own, and no monetary compensation was received for this review.

Welcome, Debbie Lynne Costello,

Author of 

"Sword of Forgiveness"

(CONTEST!)

Welcome to my blog, Debbie! I'm excited to introduce you to my readers and friends, and I'm looking forward to sharing about your writing. Thank you so much for taking the time to join me!

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Thanks so much for having me on your blog, Nancee! I’m excited to be here and share with your readers about my new release and looking forward to chatting with them. 

Sword of Forgiveness is a medieval romance (inspirational of course!) set in 1398. I thought I’d share some of what medieval life was like during that time period. 

First to dispel a couple myths. By the 11th century William the Conqueror had put a stop to private warfare by neighboring barons. In other words, an English baron could not lay siege to another’s castle just because he wanted it or its riches. 

Another myth is with betrothals. They were a legal and binding contract and not as easy to break as our modern day engagement. One could not just say, “I’ve changed my mind.” 

Now on to medieval life. 

Medieval life in the castles started early. At the break of dawn to be precise. The household was roused from their pallets in the attic and cellars. Servants had fires to light in the kitchen and great hall. Knights and men-at-arms were headed to the walls and towers to relieve the night shift of their duty. 

The lord and lady dressed for the day. The lady putting on makeup. Yes, it’s true. The ladies wore cosmetics—sheep fat, and rouge and skin whiteners. After readying themselves they had mass in the chapel and then the household broke their fast with bread that was washed down with wine or ale. 

Routine tasks were next on the list. The lord would make his round of meetings with his members of council, bailiffs, and stewards. Depending on if they had guests or not, the lady 
would visit with her guests or would embroider or do other domestic jobs. Knights and squires practiced in the fields fencing and mock war. Children did their lessons under the guidance of a tutor and when they finished their schoolwork they were allowed to play. 


Some of the things the children played with were dolls for the girls and boys played with tops, balls, horseshoes, bows and arrows. (Do you all notice there seems to be a lot more variety for the boys?!) 

Grooms swept out the stables and fed the horses while the smith busied himself making horseshoes, nails, and wagon fittings. The domestic servants had chamber pots and basins to empty. The laundress soaked the tablecloths, towels, and sheets with wood ash and caustic soda, before pounding them, rinsing them, then hanging them to dry. The cook and his staff were hard at work turning the spits of meat, preparing soups, custards, breads and other food for the day’s meals. 

Dinner was usually between 10 a.m. and noon. During the meals there was entertainment such as musicians, jugglers, and jesters. After the dinner meal they returned either to their tasks or to some amusement. Supper was a lighter meal and was served in late afternoon. There were also late suppers just before bedtime but they were frowned on by some as giving rise to gluttony and waste. 

The household retired early. The chamberland prepared his lord for bed. Below is an excerpt from manuals for household management in how to prepare a lord for bed taken from 
Life in a Medieval Castle by Gies. 

Take off his robe and bring him a mantle to keep him from cold, then bring him to the fire and take off his shoes and his hose… then comb his head, then spread down his bed, lay the head sheet and the pillows, and when your sovereign is in bed, draw the curtains… Then drive out dog or cat, and see that there be basin and urinal set near your sovereign, then take your leave mannerly that your sovereign may take his rest merrily. 


I hope you enjoyed learning a little bit about the medieval life. 

*Tell me something that really surprised you about medieval life or something that you found interesting or ask me a question about my book to be entered to win your choice of an ebook or paperback. 

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Thank you for this enlightening information, Debbie! I wasn't familiar with midieval practices, so this has been very informative for me. Thank you also for offering a copy of your book to those who comment regarding either midieval life or your recent release, "Sword of Forgiveness."

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"Anna's Crossing"

An Amish Beginnings Novel

by Suzanne Woods Fisher

5.0 out of 5 stars Entertaining & educational

Description

On a hot day in 1737 in Rotterdam, Anna König reluctantly sets foot on the Charming Nancy, a merchant ship that will carry her and her fellow Amish believers across the Atlantic to start a new life. As the only one in her community who can speak English, she feels compelled to go. But Anna is determined to complete this journey and return home--assuming she survives. She's heard horrific tales of ocean crossings and worse ones of what lay ahead in the New World. But fearfulness is something Anna has never known. 

Ship's carpenter Bairn resents the somber people--dubbed Peculiars by the deckhands--who fill the lower deck of the Charming Nancy. All Bairn wants to do is to put his lonely past behind him, but that irksome and lovely lass Anna and her people keep intruding on him.

Delays, storms, illness, and diminishing provisions test the mettle and patience of everyone on board. When Anna is caught in a life-threatening situation, Bairn makes a discovery that shakes his entire foundation. But has the revelation come too late?

Bestselling author Suzanne Woods Fisher invites you back to the beginning of Amish life in America with this fascinating glimpse into the first ocean crossing--and the lives of two intrepid people who braved it.

This book can be purchased at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Christian Book Distributors, and Deeper Shopping.

Biography:

Suzanne Woods Fisher is the bestselling author of the Lancaster County Secrets series, the Stoney Ridge Seasons series, and The Inn at Eagle Hill series, as well as nonfiction books about the Amish, including Amish Peace. She is also the coauthor of an Amish children's series, The Adventures of Lily Lapp. Suzanne is a Carol Award winner for The Search, a Carol Award finalist for The Choice, and a Christy Award finalist for The Waiting. She is also a columnist for Christian Post and Cooking & Such magazines. She lives in California. Learn more at www.suzannewoodsfisher.com and follow Suzanne on Twitter @suzannewfisher.

My Thoughts ~

Anna's Crossing to the New World was anything but a vacation cruise across the ocean. As numerous Mennonites and Amish sought land and freedom to worship in the New World, none knew what awaited them on the ship, Charming Nancy. Atrocities that are unimaginable were what these people faced through months of sea travel. Seasickness and a shortage of water are only a couple of the abominations that these passengers encountered.

Suzanne Woods Fisher has created a brilliant story of early 1700s sea travel in all its putrefaction and unpleasantness as travelers were packed into the lower deck of a ship just above the bilge of the ship. This is not an ordinary tale of Amish fiction. It is a historic representation that has been well researched by the author.

I was swept into the story immediately, and found it difficult to take breaks from reading. There is no room for boredom in this well-written book. The author is well known for her expertise in writing Amish fiction. This is a masterpiece in history. 

I highly recommend "Anna's Crossing!" I learned a great deal from the descriptive elements throughout the book, and was entertained by a mischievous young boy and Anna's relationships with other passengers on the ship, particularly the ship's carpenter. Grab a copy of this book and prepare yourself to become engrossed in an historic tale of faith and redemption!

Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from Revell in exchange for my honest review. All opinions expressed are my own, and no monetary compensation was received for this review.

"My Mother's Chamomile"

by Susie Finkbeiner

Review & GIVEAWAY!

5.0 out of 5 stars A masterpiece in sensitivity!

Description

Desperate for the rains of mercy

Middle Main, Michigan has one stop light, one bakery, one hair salon...and one funeral home. The Eliot Family has assisted the grieving people in their town for over fifty years. After all those years of comforting others, they are the ones in need of mercy.

Olga, the matriarch who fixes everything, is unable to cure what ails her precious daughter. She is forced to face her worse fears. How can she possibly trust God with Gretchen's life? A third generation mortician, Evelyn is tired of the isolation that comes with the territory of her unconventional occupation. Just when it seems she's met a man who understands her, she must deal with her mother's heart-breaking news. Always able to calm others and say just the right thing, she is now overwhelmed with helplessness as she watches her mother slip away.

They are tasting only the drought of tragedy...where is the deluge of comfort God promises?

Available now on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Baker Book House in Grand Rapids, Michigan. 

Biography

Susie Finkbeiner is a novelist from West Michigan. Her first novel "Paint Chips" released in 2013 and her second novel "My Mother's Chamomile" in  2014. She worked with WhiteFire Publishing on both novels. 

Susie's third novel "A Cup of Dust" will release Fall, 2015 with Kregel Publications.

Susie is a wife, mother of three, and avid reader. She enjoys time with her family, coffee dates with her good friends, and quiet moments to read and write.

Susie Finkbeiner is represented by Ann Byle from Credo Communications.

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My Thoughts ~

"My Mother's Chamomile" is the depiction of a family of morticians in Middle Main, Michigan. For 50 years the Eliots have assisted families through the most difficult stage of life..... death. Years of dealing with death and grief places them in a state of loneliness in the community. People are uncomfortable with thoughts of their own mortality. The Eliots exhibit a strong faith in God, and a powerful compassion for others. Their competence, sensitivity and quiet strength bring comfort to the families they serve.

Susie Finkbeiner has exhibited a depth of wisdom and sensitivity beyond her years in this remarkably written narrative of life and death, and the emotions that accompany the final phase of life. Her choice of words is poetic and evokes powerful emotions and poignancy. The book is written with tenderness and reverence, and qualities that project the intimacy of the death experience. 

Much research went into the composition of this book. The author visited with funeral directors in order to gain the insight and integrity necessary to write so that the reader can absorb the process of life to finality, and the grief that follows. The progression of life through the Eliots is remarkably personal and tender. The members of this remarkable family are created with depth of perception for humanity. individualism and believability. 

I read this book slowly in order to absorb the tenderness and compassion contained within, allowing myself to soak in the spirit of life, death and the aftermath of grief. I highly recommend this masterfully written novel. It is filled with spirituality, benevolence and empathy. I was so impressed with this book that I immediately read it again. Please pick up a copy of this book and allow yourself an opportunity to be swept into a world of love, the beauty of family, as well as the frailty of life.

Quote - "Out of the corner of my eye, a lanky chamomile flower danced in the wind. It grew up wild among the other flowers. Tall, green, spindly legs under heads of yellow and white."

Disclaimer: I purchased this book with no expectations for a review of any kind. All opinions stated are my own, and no compensation was received for this review.

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"Torn Asunder"

by Alana Terry

Review & GIVEAWAY!
1 autographed copy of "Torn Asunder"
plus
3 "Torn Asunder" audiobooks

5.0 out of 5 stars For the cause.....

Description

Hannah and Simon are ready to return home and carry the gospel to the people of North Korea. In this world of spies, secret police, and informants, they soon learn that staying together won't compromise their ministry. It could cost them both their lives. 

Two undercover missionaries delivering a single message of hope. Two Christians willing to die for the sake of the Good News. One love - more powerful than terror, more beautiful than life, and more dangerous than either of them could possibly imagine. 

A love so strong, nothing but the grave could overcome it. 

Torn Asunder is part of the Whispers of Refuge series branched off from Alana Terry's award-winning debut, The Beloved Daughter. These suspense novels tell the stories of contemporary North Koreans and can be read together or separately from Alana's other books.

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Biography

When Alana isn't writing, it's likely that she's on the floor wrestling with her kids. Or playing outside with her kids. Or chauffeuring her kids. Or trying some random science experiment with her kids. But she's probably not cooking or cleaning.

Alana is a homeschooling mother of three who loves to write, hates to cook, and enjoys reading a good book almost as much as she enjoys writing one.

Alana won the Women of Faith writing contest for "The Beloved Daughter," her debut inspirational novel. She has also won awards from Readers' Favorite, IndieFab (Finalist), The Book Club Network, and Grace Awards.

Alana can be contacted at the following sites:

http://www.alanaterry.com/

https://www.facebook.com/AlanaTerryWrites

My Thoughts ~

In "Torn Asunder" the author details the ministry of two young underground missionaries, graduates of the Secret Seminary sponsored by an American couple in China. Simon, Hannah and the other graduates each embark on dangerous solitary missions to deliver Christian audiotapes and New Testaments to Christian safe houses in North Korea. Trained and prepared to deliver the gospel in a hostile area, extreme dangers always surround them. They can trust no one. Hannah is very young, and Simon is concerned about her ability to accomplish her mission alone. He abandons his own mission and secretly follows Hannah along the trail to her first stop. His regard for her placed them both in imminent danger. 

Alana Terry knows her topic well and conveys a vivid portrayal of the atrocities that exist in North Korea. As she develops the story of Hannah and Simon, nothing can prepare the reader for the horrific conditions and torturous events that they experience in the jails and prison camps. Authentic and credible, the horrors of life as it exists in North Korea are presented openly and candidly, yet with dignity for those who suffered at the hands of the prison camp guards. A love that has grown between Hannah and Simon is portrayed with a passion not only for one another but for what they represent. They are prepared to die for the cause of sharing the gospel. This book is not for the weak at heart, but the intensity of what these characters represent is tenacious and praiseworthy!

I was swept into this book as I was with "The Beloved Daughter" and "Slave Again," the prequels to this book. The events as described in each of these books are what I would deem reality fiction. It opens up your mind to the realities of what lies beyond our American borders and our worst nightmares. I highly recommend this book of open and honest portrayals of the lives of missionaries in foreign countries. 

Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for my honest review. All opinions expressed are my own, and no monetary compensation was received for this review.

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"Red And The Wolf"

(A Fairwilde Reflection Novella)

by June Foster

A sweet tale! 4 stars

Description

Newspaper reporter Lilly Hood didn't ask for ADD that's plagued her since childhood. Never mind she can't remember where she puts things, but when she forgets dates with her handsome boyfriend, Hunter Woods, well, that's inexcusable.

 
Though Hunter has known Lilly from the time she was a scrawny kid scurrying up trees and gallivanting through Alabama forests, will he understand when she doesn't keep her promises? Or will he suspect Lilly's falling for her tall, dark, and handsome co-worker? 

Fellow reporter Wolf Skinner has designs on Lilly and would like to take Hunter's place as Lilly's boyfriend. But his reasons are less than honorable. When Lilly gets lost in the forest and must climb a tree to escape a ferocious bear, which of these gentlemen will be her hero? 

Red and the Wolf is a modern day retelling of Little Red Riding Hood. Sometimes red heads attract more than Wolves.

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Biography

An award-winning author, June Foster is also a retired teacher with a BA in Education and a MA in counseling. She is the mother of two and grandmother of ten. June began writing Christian romance in 2010. She penned her first novel on her Toshiba laptop as she and her husband traveled the US in their RV. Her adventures provided a rich source of information for her novels. In 2013, June's book Give Us This Day was a finalist in EPIC's eBook awards and in 2014 a finalist in the National Readers Choice Awards for best first book. Ryan's Father won The Clash of the Titles book of the month for January 2014 and was one of three finalists in the published contemporary fiction category of the 2014 Oregon Christian Writers Cascade Writing Contest and Awards. Deliver Us was a finalist in COTT's 2014 Laurel Awards. June has written four novels for Desert Breeze Publishing. The Bellewood Series, Give Us This Day, As We Forgive, and Deliver Us, and Hometown Fourth of July. Ryan's Father is available from WhiteFire Publishing. Red and the Wolf, a modern day retelling of Little Red Riding Hood, and For All Eternity are available from Amazon.com and Smashwords. June enjoys writing stories about characters who overcome the circumstances in their lives by the power of God and His Word. June uses her training in counseling and her Christian beliefs in creating characters who find freedom to live godly lives.

Website: http://junefoster.blogspot.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authorjunefoster

My Thoughts ~

"Red And The Wolf" is a modern-day rendition of the classic children's fairytale, Little Red Riding Hood, Red is a newspaper reporter who suffers from ADD, and can't keep her life under control while her coworker, Wolf Skinner, seeks her companionship in order to advance his social status. Hunter Woods is Red's childhood friend who's looking for more than just her friendship. 

The settings are very well described, making it a picturesque story, but character development was a bit shallow. I've read the author's Bellewood Series books which are rich in detail and told with depth of character. This novella is a cute rendition of a children's fairytale, but a bit simplified compared to June Foster's other works. I would recommend this to teen readers as a great transitional book from children's books into young adult novels. There are some unexpected events that pick up the plot, and this is a sweet afternoon or evening read with a cup of your favorite beverage. The spiritual message is a bonus to this tale.

Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own, and no monetary compensation was received for this review.