The prince and the prodigal

I love a book written in Bible times! I love how it makes the Bible come alive and feel more like I can put myself in their shoes. The story of Joseph is one I have read many times! I just enjoy reading her version so much because it helps you relate. Joseph is such a good example of waiting on Gods timing, he was imprisoned for something he didn’t do. Sold into slavery for doing nothing and still chose to follow Gods plan and not turn away. In due time God raised him up into a life that seems impossible after such a hard beginning. The ultimate test of forgiveness happens when his brother comes calling. Will he be forgiving or will he hold a grudge and get revenge??

I received this complimentary copy of the book from the publisher, all views expressed are my own.

A Midnight Dance

Joanna is one of those authors that I will just always read, it doesn’t matter the book. If she is writing it, I’ll be reading it! She never disappoints with all of the twists and turns. I love that it is never too predictable and even though I’m not a huge fan of dance just the way she writes makes it such a good read!! If you’re looking for a good romance and something deep this is the book for you! I also love the mystery built in to this one to figure out some of her past and how you shouldn’t judge someone from your first impression they can surprise you!! Jack!! I think everyone has raved about him but read it and you will see why!

I received this complimentary copy from the publisher all views are expressed are my own.

Miriams Song

I love books set in Bible times! I love how it makes the Bible come alive and you can really get a sense as if you were there! I also love the character that this book focuses on. Miriam is such a little blip in the Bible and it’s so interesting to think about her perspective on the story of Moses and what her life would’ve been like during this time. I will say the only thing I didn’t love is that it switches perspectives to Moses and his wife. I get that they needed everyone’s view point but I’d prefer it had just stayed miriams. I still loved it and would 100% recommend it! I know these books are fiction but they really do help piece the Bible together more for me. Just to get into the setting really helps you understand!

I received a complimentary copy, all views expressed are my own!

A Dance in Donegal

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I love a book with an amazing setting and Ireland does not disappoint! I have always wanted to go here and I love how beautiful the landscape seems. I also love that she had to get out of her comfort zone to grow even though it started with the hardship of her mother passing. I think life can seem really difficult and even when you follow where you think you’re being led people can still not welcome you and make you feel an outcast but it was really cool to see someone just persist and make it through! I think it is a testament to following Gods plan and he will have you even when it feels like he doesn’t, eventually you’ll see his plan unfold.

I received this book as a complimentary copy from the publisher, all views expressed are my own.

Dreams of Savannah

I think Roseanna does such a great job in all the researching portions of her books! She really delves deep into the characters to make you feel like you’re in that era. I think the best part is the transformation of being above everyone else to being humbled and realizing you’re no better than anyone else! I didn’t really enjoy the violence in the book and although I know that was one hundred percent real life I just prefer not to read about it. So for me personally I wish it was left out and focused a little more on the other parts. Overall roseanna cannot write a bad book and I enjoy everything she puts into the world 🙂 whether it is spies, fire eyes or a group of orphans holding their own in the world it’s always riveting from the moment you pick it up until you put it down! I would recommend this book for sure!! I was given a complimentary copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

A portrait of loyalty

I love mostly anything that Roseanna M White writes so it shouldn’t be shocking that this is another review for her, this is the final installment of the code breakers books! This one stands out a bit more because of Zivon’s Russian background. I haven’t ever read anything about a Russian character and found it to be so interesting!! I love how she used a jaded character and taught him forgiveness, and I loved the romance between him and Lily!! It was also really cool to see the world through the eyes of Lily and her photography. The research and detail in this book do not go unnoticed! I love a well researched book! It makes the book come alive that much more to the point where you feel like you’re in it!! If you haven’t read this series you’re missing out it is full of spies, intrigue and mystery. With romance in there too!!!

I received a copy of this book from the publisher all views expressed are my own!

Star of Persia

Jill Eileen Smith has a way to make the Bible come alive again. In times where it feels like it’s too far back and I can’t relate, I open one of her books and it all makes sense. It feels like you’re really in that world back then. The only thing I wasn’t really a fan of is that the ending isn’t correct biblically. I think it is so cool how she added different characters and their perspectives to add a more full view of the story back then! I also love the message of anyone can be used by God. I think it’s so amazing how God chooses the least qualified sometimes to do his best work. There is no doubt this way that it is truly God’s work alone! Amazing job as usual! I have loved every single book written by this author you can’t go wrong picking up her books!!

I received this book from Revell all views expressed were solely my own.

Jesus Rose for Me

Got this really cute book in the mail for Easter time! I love to find books about God for my son. It takes out all the hard to explain topics and simplifies it for us! Thank you children’s books 🙂 I love that there are some books out there that tell you the real meaning of Easter so it isn’t all about bunnies , eggs and scavenger hunts. If you want a really sweet children’s book about Easter I highly recommend this one!

I was given this book in exchange for my opinion by the publisher, all views expressed are my own.

On Wings of Devotion

I honestly don’t think Roseanna can write a dull book, I have loved every single one of them! I love the setting and how in this series you really get in the mind of the hero and the antagonist. I love how you can really dislike a character in one book, then when you read the one about them you start to see their heart and fall in love with them. This book does such a good job of really placing you in 1918. I feel like you could’ve walked through the streets the descriptions are so well written. It is a must read for any historical Christian fiction fan! I cannot wait to read the next one in this series!!

I was given this book by Bethany House. All views are expressed are my own

Why do we say Good Night?

This book is for the child who is scared at night. The message is that God is watching over you, even in the dark he has you. When things look scary know God is there and will keep you safe. While that message is perfect for a child at night the illustrations actually show many other things for kids to be scared of. Like your bed being a monster, something outside of your window and other things. For that reason I’m not sure I’d read this one to my child. I wish it wasn’t quite as dark and scary and more comforting for the kid who is struggling at night to feel safe.

I received this book from the new growth press, all views expressed are solely my own.