“Anomaly” by Krista McGee was an amazing book! I loved this book. I don’t even know where to start because this book reminded me of Divergent and that is one of my all time favorite books right now. The one thing I loved about this book was the fact that is brought god into the storyline. I loved the characters and saw so much of myself in Thallia and I understood her reasons behind the things that she did. Once I started reading the book I knew I wouldn’t be able to stop reading until it was finished. I find now that I am done with the book I am still thinking about the characters and I can’t wait to see what will happen in the next book. If you love books about dystopian societies then you will love this book!
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“Rosemary Cottage” by Colleen Coble
“Rosemary Cottage” by Colleen Coble is a sweet book. From the minute I started the book I didn’t want to put it down and I can’t say why. There was just something about this book that kept me reading right through to the end of it. I love the mystery that is going on through the book and I hoped the Amy and Curtis would end up together in the end because they seemed like such a sweet couple. I am not going to give away the ending but this was a great book and if you are looking for a fun mystery/romance you will love this one!
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Amy came to Rosemary Cottage to grieve, to heal, maybe even find love. But there’s a deadly undertow of secrets around Hope Island . . .
The charming RosemaryCottage on the beach offers Amy Lange respite she needs to mourn her brother, Ben. She’s even thinking of moving her midwife practice to the Outer Banks community. It’s always been a refuge for her and her family. She also wants to investigate Ben’s disappearance at sea. Everyone blames a surfing accident, but Amy has reason to wonder.
Coast Guard officer Curtis Ireland has lost a sibling too. His sister, Gina, was run down by a boat, leaving him to raise her infant daughter. If anyone knew who little Raine’s father was, Curtis could lose his beloved niece. Yet he can’t help being drawn to Hope Beach’s new midwife, Amy. He even agrees to help her investigate what happened to both Ben and Gina.
Can two grieving people with secrets find healing on beautiful Hope Island? Or will their quest for truth set them at odds with each other . . . and with those who will go to any length to keep hidden things hidden?
About The Author
Best-selling author Colleen Coble’s novels have won or finaled in awards ranging from the Best Books of Indiana, ACFW Book of the Year, RWA’s RITA, the Holt Medallion, the Daphne du Maurier, National Readers’ Choice, and the Booksellers Best. She has nearly 2 million books in print and writes romantic mysteries because she loves to see justice prevail. Colleen is CEO of American Christian Fiction Writers and is a member of Romance Writers of America. She lives with her husband Dave in Indiana.
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Copyright secured by Digiprove © 2013 Margaret MargaretA Few Books
So this week for the Writers Workshop one of the prompts was to write a book review and since I am always doing book reviews I figured I would just list a few of the posts from the past few weeks so you can check them out if you are new or may have missed them.
- A Bride For All Seasons
- A Deadly Truth
- The Quarryman’s Bride
- Pennsylvania Patchwork
- Once Upon A Prince
Those are just a few of the books I have been reading this past month or so. I do want to say that I have a review for a book that will be live on Monday and it is by far the best book I have read in a long time. If you love books like the Hunger Games & Divergent I know you will love this book! So be on the lookout for that post on Monday!
I am always on the lookout for books to read so what books have you been loving?
Copyright secured by Digiprove © 2013 Margaret MargaretThe Quarryman’s Bride by Tracie Peterson
The Quarryman’s Bride by Tracie Peterson was a super cute book! I read this book in a day and a half. I loved the main character Emmalyne and I hoped through the whole book that she would end up with Tavin. From the start of the book I didn’t like her father at all but I hoped that by the end of the book he would see how much he family loves him and let Emmalyne marry Tavin. I felt like I was there with the characters and I understood how Emmalyne felt a lot of the time. I love Tracie Peterson’s writing and this book didn’t let me down. If you love her writing and I know you will love this book as well.
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The latest book in theLand of Shining Waters series.
Peterson Hits theBestseller Lists Again and Again!
Emmalyne Knox and Tavin MacLachlan were destined to be together . . . until the tragic deaths of Emmalyne’s youngest sisters. Family tradition mandates that the youngest daughter should remain single to care for her parents in their old age, and now that daughter is Emmalyne. Her father unyielding, Emmalyne surrenders to her duty, heartbroken. Tavin leaves town, equally devastated.
Years later, Emmalyne’s family moves, and she and Tavin meet again. Their feelings for each other are as strong as ever, but their painful past and Emmalyne’s father still stand between them. Soon both families are in the midst of the growing conflict rising between theworkers at the granite quarry that Tavin’s father owns and operates. When a series of near-fatal accidents occur, Tavin must figure out who is behind the attacks before someone gets killed.
Bound by obligation, yet yearning for a future together, can Emmalyne and Tavin dare to dream that God could heal a decade-long wound and change the hearts of those who would stand in the way of true love?
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Copyright secured by Digiprove © 2013 Margaret MargaretPennsylvania Patchwork by Kate Lloyd
Pennsylvania Patchwork by Kate Lloyd was a super cute and fun read. It was another one that once I started reading it I couldn’t put it down. I loved the characters and I loved watching Kate try and figure out what to do and who was the right person for her to marry. This was definitely a different book but that made it that much more appealing to me. I loved how she didn’t grow up amish but that she embraced the lifestyle and loved it. I am not sure I could do the same thing if I were in Kate’s shoes. The only thing I didn’t like about the book was who she chose in the end but other than that I can’t say anything bad about this book!
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Seattle native Holly Fisher is smitten by Lancaster County, its simplicity and her long lost relatives. In the sequel to bestselling Leaving Lancaster, Holly embraces the Amish culture, learning to slow down to see what — and who — really matters.
Meeting the family that her mother had kept hidden from her, Holly comes face to face with her real life and blood legacy. She also falls for the charming Zach, a handsome Mennonite veterinarian who is everything she’s ever wanted in a husband: confident, kind, successful, and authentic. And Zach proposes marriage. Is this too soon? Is this the right choice? Mother and Amish grandmother think she’s rushing into too much of a lifestyle change. Holly is in love with Zach and that precludes everything. Until she meets an attractive Amish man. And an old suitor shows up.
Pennyslvania Patchwork is the moving, richly told story of one woman’s heart, her faith and trust, and the choices she makes. Never easy, but one choice can change your destiny.
About The Author
Author Kate Lloyd is a passionate observer of human relationships. A native of Baltimore, Katespends time with family and friends in Lancaster County, PA, the inspiration for her novels. She is a member of the Lancaster County Mennonite Historical Society. Kate and her husband live in the Pacific Northwest. Kate studied painting and sculpture in college. She’s worked a variety of jobs, including car salesman and restaurateur.
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Copyright secured by Digiprove © 2013 Margaret MargaretBarefoot Summer by Denise Hunter
Barefoot Summer by Denise Hunter was an amazing book. Once I started the book I fell in love with the characters and the authors writing. I believe this is the first book of hers that I have read and I can’t wait to check out others that she has written. You follow along with Madison as she is learning to sail so that she can win the towns annual regatta in memory of her brother. There are parts of this book that were slow but for the most part the book kept my interest. If you love cute stories about love and overcoming problems you will love this book.
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Madison’s heart has been closed for years. But one summer can change everything.
In the years since her twin brother’s tragic drowning, Madison has struggled with her ability to trust God–or anyone else, for that matter. It was her brother’s dream to win the annual River Sail Regatta in their small harbor town of Chapel Springs, Indiana. And Madison’s determined to honor his legacy by making his dream her own. Maybe then she can finally find closure.
But learning to sail means learning to swim. And her instructor is Beckett O’Reilly, a man who already has two strikes against him in Madison’s eyes. Being on the water terrifies Madison. But Beckett’s calming presence and unwavering confidence eases her fear. And as much as she’d like to deny it, the chemistry between them is electrifying.
As her feelings for him grow, a fledging faith begins to take root in her soul, as well. With Beckett, Madison feels alive for the first time in years–carefree and confident she can win the regatta, maybe even find love.
But Beckett harbors a secret that will test the limits of their love and the depth of Madison’s faith. Will their love survive summer’s challenge? And will achieving her brother’s dream give Madison the peace she desperately seeks?
About The Author
Denise lives in Indiana with her husband Kevin and their three sons. In 1996, Denise began her first book, a Christian romance novel, writing while her children napped. Two years later it was published, and she’s been writing ever since. Her books often contain a strong romantic element, and her husband Kevin says he provides all her romantic material, but Denise insists a good imagination helps too!
Learn more about Denise athttp://www.denisehunterbooks.