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January 9, 2025

~ FRIDAY FICTION FEATURE AMBUSH ON THE RANCH ~

🌙🌃🔎🔦⏳🌙🌃🔎🔦⏳🌙 ~ FRIDAY FICTION FEATURE ~ --  'AMBUSH ON THE RANCH'  -- AUTHOR TINA WHEELER  
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Title:   Ambush on the Ranch
Series:
   Red Rock Country
Author:
   Tina Wheeler
Publisher:
   Harlequin Love Inspired Suspense
Release Date:
   December 24, 2024
Genre:
   Inspirational Romantic Suspense

Seeking ranch refuge…  

with lethal threats at every turn. 

After running for her life through the forest, art gallery owner Janel Newman wakes up in the hospital with no memory of the past forty-eight hours. A car bomb and masked gunman make it clear she must’ve seen something she shouldn’t have. When she's forced to hide at deputy sheriff Zach Walker’s family ranch along with her twin sister, secrets are uncovered, and a murderous conspiracy is revealed. With ruthless criminals dogging their every step, will Janel and Zach be able to thwart these villains’ plan to silence Janel for good?

 

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EXCERPT:

“He’s going to kill us!”Janel scrambled over the SUV’s center console as Zach crawled out through hiswindow. Waiting for him to clear the threshold so that she could follow senther thumping heart into overdrive. “Hurry!”

A second bullet fired with a bangand shattered the back passenger window. Fear reverberated down her spine.

Zachreached inside, grabbed her upper arms and pulled her out into the chest-highraging waters. She gripped his broad shoulders as the frigid temperatureassaulted her senses, and the undertow kept her boots from gaining purchase onthe rocks below. The ping of another bullet made her shudder.

Usingthe SUV’s door as a shield, they each took hold of the window frame to keepfrom being swept away. Janel leaned toward the closed back seat window, daringa quick glance at the shooter. He sat on his motorcycle up on the cliff, readyto take aim.

Shepanicked and ducked.

Waterhit her face.

Abullet whizzed over the SUV, inches from where she’d been seconds ago.

 

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MY REVIEW: ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
 

An intense plot filled with secrets, heart-throbbingaction, multi-dimensional characters, and faith that will satisfy fans of thisgenre . . .

When Janel Newman, an art gallery owner,awakens briefly after being chased down by an unknown assailant, she has ahorrendous headache and is confused about why she's in the hospital. Mostshocking, however, is the fact that she has no memory of the past two days.

Zach Walker is a local rancher who is asworn, fully-trained volunteer for the local Mounted Fugitive Retrieval Teamwhich assists law enforcement in patrolling the rough terrain of the area. He'sin pursuit of a fugitive wanted in connection with another crime. While trackingthe suspect on his horse, Copper, Zach sees a friend who attends the same church—JanelNewman.

After Janel is released from thehospital, Zach makes it his mission to protect her from whoever is stalking thislovely young woman. The plot grows in intensity as the story progresses.Eventually secrets involving Janel's twin sister are revealed, but the motiveand who is behind it remains elusive.

This author possesses great skills atcreating unique and heart-stopping action scenes and in saving vitalinformation about characters and clues until just the right moment whileweaving a strong faith thread into the dialogue. This book is completely cleanin language and content.

'Ambushon the Ranch' was one of my favoriteinspirational romantic suspense stories for 2024. I will definitely read moreof this new-to-me author's work in the future.

I received a copy of this book from theauthor through JustRead Publicity Tours. All my thoughts and opinions sharedhere are solely my own.

 

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About the AuthorTina Wheeler

Tina Wheeler is a Publishers Weekly Bestselling Author and retired teacher. Although she grew up on the edge of the desert in Arizona, her favorite place to plot a new story is on a balcony overlooking the ocean. She enjoys spending time with her large extended family, brainstorming with writing friends, discovering new restaurants, and traveling with her husband.

Connect with Tina by visiting authortinawheeler.com to follow her on social media or subscribe to email newsletter updates.

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Published on January 09, 2025 21:30

December 17, 2024

~ WEDNESDAY CHRISTIAN ACTION THRILLER LINE OF FIRE ~

🔦⌚⌛💻📱🔎🔦⌚⌛💻📱🔎🔦  ~ WEDNESDAY CHRISTIANACTION THRILLER FEATURE ~ --  'LINE OF FIRE'  -- AUTHOR TAYLOR S. NEWPORT 🔦⌚⌛💻📱🔎🔦⌚⌛💻📱🔎🔦

 

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Title:   Line of Fire
Series:   Dauntless Defenders #1
Author:   Taylor S Newport
Publisher:
   Independently Published
Release Date:   November 7, 2024
Genre:
   Christian Action Thriller

The enemy is relentless, but they made one fatal mistake: they underestimated him. 

Australian mercenary Tyler Reid, known as "The Ghost of OZ," has a talent for evading detection, a skill that has caught the eye of multiple government agencies. When a shadowy group targets a CIA asset and her revolutionary drug ND1, the Deputy Director calls in Tyler. Eager for action, Tyler takes the job. He soon realizes that the enemy is not only after the drug, but also out for his blood. Then the mission goes south, and he is forced to seek an unlikely ally. 

For covert foreign operative Alexandra Romanova, freedom is a distant dream. Escaping one prison only led her to a more dangerous one. Her deadly skills are at her boss's disposal, but she’ll use them only to escape. Her final chance hinges on retrieving ND1, but the elusive Ghost of Oz complicates things. Tyler Reid isn’t an easy mark, and the better she gets to know him, the more she questions the mission she's tasked with. Soon she faces a dire choice: kill a man she is convinced is good, or pay with her own life. 

As Tyler and Alex venture beyond their orders, the line between enemy and ally blurs. On the edge of failure, trust becomes a dangerous gamble with every decision dragging them deeper into the line of fire. As enemies close in and alliances shift, they are ensnared in a ruthless battle where survival depends on split-second choices. In this high-stakes fight, time is running out, and the margin for error is zero. 

Line of Fire is the first book in the Christian thriller series Dauntless Defenders. It is NOT a standalone novel.

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EXCERPT: 

Two vehicles took up positions beside Tyler and Alexandra. Anotherrammed their car.

Alexandra’s window shattered. Bullets flew. Tyler ducked andsped past the vehicles. He spun the steering wheel until the Sedan faced theirthree pursuers. He shifted into reverse and drove. Freed his pistol. Fired at thevehicles.

The car on the right smashed into the concrete barrier. Theother two continued their course. Tyler swung the Sedan back around. Red andblue lights flashed ahead. Police. Not good. He didn’t slow. The exit beyond thecops was their only escape. Two cars blocked the path. A dozen police stoodbehind the vehicles. A small gap waited between the back of a car and the concretebarrier. Tyler pushed for that.

Metal screeched against metal. Tyler grimaced and turned thevehicle down the ramp. His gaze hit the mirror as vehicle lights shined behindthem. One of their pursuers followed. Tyler sped up and rested a hand on top ofthe steering wheel. Checked the front. Clear. He turned and fired his Glock behindthem. Their pursuer didn’t slow.

How were they supposed to lose them?

Tyler stopped the vehicle and threw it into reverse. “Holdon tight.” He slammed the pedal. The  sedanflew backwards and hit their pursuer’s vehicle.

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Taylor S Newport is an up and coming Christian author. Four years of research has brought her to release her first high-octane novel to the world. In 2024, she placed as a Finalist in the ACFW Genesis Contest. Currently, she travels the United States with her family and GSD mix, Bella, probably writing her next novel.

Connect with Taylor by visiting taylorsnewport.com to follow her on social media or subscribe to email newsletter updates.

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Published on December 17, 2024 21:30

December 12, 2024

~ FRIDAY FICTION FEATURE RESCUED AT CHRISTMAS ~

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Title:  Rescued at Christmas
Series:
  Home to Maple Glen #2
Author:
  Janice Carter
Publisher:
  Harlequin Heartwarming
Release Date:
  November 26, 2024
Genre:
  Clean Contemporary Romance

Rescuing her was his Christmas miracle… 

But will she be gone again by New Year’s? 

Devon Fairchild arrives in the small town of Maple Glen just weeks before Christmas to honor a promise she made to her late brother. Then she’ll get back to her life in the city. But when she’s injured, firefighter Finn McAllister rescues her and takes her home to his family, who shower her with compassion and holiday cheer. For the first time, Devon starts to feel like she belongs. But the walls she’s built around her heart have always kept her safe. If she lets them fall, will she truly be rescued…or will it only lead to more heartbreak?

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EXCERPT:

Some thoughtful person had long agoposted a wooden sign pointing the way to White Rocks Mountain and Devon feltherself relax. "You can do this," she quietly muttered. There was areason why her brother Dan had chosen this section of the conservation area tomark the twenty-fifth anniversary of their new start in life. "It’s theplace where we left behind our childhoods, our original names and our family.In a sense, it’s where we were reborn. We were never the same after."Devon also knew she’d never be the same after fulfilling her promise.

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 MY REVIEW:

A mixture of suspense, adventure, grief,making new connections, and hope for a happy future . . .

The author has done a fine job ofintroducing readers to the small mountain village of Maple Glen, Vermont. Thevillage is alongside the Appalachian Trail, and many of the action scenes takeplace on the rugged trail. The author's excellent descriptive writing made mefeel like I was right there in the frozen wilderness with the characters!

Devon Fairchild is visiting thecommunity to fulfill an important and very personal mission she promised herbrother, Dan, she would accomplish for them. She knows no one in town, and sheis not used to the weather or the challenging terrain. When she ventures off onher own on the trail, she finds herself injured and unable to walk.

When firefighter Finn McAllister rescuesDevon he is drawn into her life as her self-appointed protector. Devon is welcomedinto the McAllister Family's home when she needs a place to recuperate from herinjuries. Because of her past, this family's warmth, generosity, compassion,and acceptance mean the world to Devon. I found this aspect of the story to bevery touching and inspirational.

This book is completely clean inlanguage and content. I received a copy from the author through JustReadPublicity Tours. All of my thoughts and opinions shared here are solely my own.

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About the Author

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Janice Carter has been writing Harlequin romances for a long time, through raising a family, teaching and on into retirement. This is her 18th Harlequin romance and she has plans for more!

Connect with Janice on Facebook or Twitter.

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(1) winner will receive a $10 Amazon gift card, a print copy of A Small Town Fourth of July (first book in series), and maple syrup/sugar treats!

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Published on December 12, 2024 21:30

December 8, 2024

~ MONDAY ROMANCE FEATURE ONCE UPON A HORSE ~

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~ MONDAY ROMANCE FEATURE ~
-- 'ONCE UPON A HORSE' --
AUTHOR HELENA SMRCEK
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Title:   Once Upon a Horse
Series:
   The Vets of Heavenbrooke County #1
Author:
   Helena Smrcek
Publisher:
   EverWind Press
Release Date:
   November 15, 2024
Genre:
   Sweet Contemporary Romance

In the charming Heavenbrooke county, where country life meets big-city dreams, 28-year-old accountant Stella Barkley is about to discover that sometimes love arrives when you least expect it. 

After a flat tire leaves her stranded on the side of the road, a handsome stranger comes to her rescue—Dr. Jason Alba, a dedicated veterinarian with a heart as big as his ambitions. Their initial encounter sparks an undeniable connection, aided by Stella's spirited Jack Russell Terrier, Milkbone, who takes an immediate liking to Jason thanks to his pocket full of treats. 

As their paths intertwine, Stella finds herself drawn to Jason, despite their differing views on farm life and future aspirations. Their budding romance takes unexpected turns, especially when a mysterious missing horse from a local breeder, Enrique Rodriguez, complicates matters. 

When Thanksgiving arrives, Jason becomes Stella's unexpected hero, saving her from a culinary disaster and charming her city friends with his warm spirit. But just as their relationship begins to flourish, a crisis emerges in the barn: the missing mare, Starling, is discovered in distress, leading Jason to perform a life-saving surgery that brings them even closer. 

However, secrets and misunderstandings threaten to tear them apart. Stella’s desperate attempt to protect a champion mare sends her on a collision course with both Jason and Enrique, forcing her to confront her choices and the future she thought she wanted. 

When Stella realizes that her life in Heavenbrooke may be over, she pens a heartfelt goodbye letter to Jason, leaving it at the church where their story began. Alone on Christmas morning, she grapples with loneliness and regret, only to be surprised by the appearance of the man who stole her heart. 

Can a simple letter and the magic of Christmas lead them to a second chance? Will they find a way to bridge the divide between city and country, love and loyalty? 

Join Stella and Jason on a heartfelt journey of love, loss, and the enduring power of second chances in Once Upon a Horse. Perfect for fans of contemporary romance, this tale of unexpected connections and the bonds we forge will leave you believing in the wonder of love. 

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EXCERPT:

Dr. Jason Albastepped into the Four Corners Country Store as the bell chimed over his head. Thisbetter be the right place. He gripped the garment bag a little tighter. IfI’m wrong, the person working here will have a good laugh on my account, suit,and tie in a feed store. But the woman he met on the side of the roadearlier today was worth searching for. How many feed stores could there be inHeavenbrooke County? This was the Four Corners, as the vet tech described whenhe’d told him about the girl with the red 1976 Ford pickup truck. He took adeep breath and slowly shut the door behind him.

And then he saw her. His heart did the samestrange thing as earlier today when he spotted her parked on the shoulder.Thankfully, he listened to that quiet voice, somewhere deep in his soul,telling him to pull over and see if she needed help. He was sure she also feltthe spark between them when their eyes first met. She was cautious, and who couldblame her, but there was something there, a sense of connection, this visceralreaction he’d never felt before. Like their chance meeting was not by chance atall. Or was he wrong?

In any case, here he was, and he wouldsavor the moment. She was standing behind the cash register, her black haircascading over her shoulder, momentarily unaware of his presence. And here wasthe strange feeling again. She was here but didn’t quite fit, like herbrand-new Spider ski hat and the well-worn parka, the designer bag on theconsole between the front seats of the old beat-up truck, or the lack of adiamond sparkle on her ring finger.

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~ AUTHOR GUEST POST~

JUNE:  Please share some 'Behind-the-Scenes' Facts about your book.

HELENA:

1.)  I learned about the world of horses from my friend Sarah, who worked at our local feed store. She is a wealth of knowledge and super patient, answering all my questions.

2.)  My love of dogs inspired Milkbone’s character. We live with three Vizslas, so I have plenty of material on which to base my character.

3.)  Lili and Milo are based on our real feline friends as well. Cats are such a wonderful part of our lives. My grandma had cats, and they were my patient friends who even allowed me to dress them up as dolls and put them in my toy stroller. Currently, we have four of these beauties living on our farm. They must think they are dogs, too, because when we take our Vizslas for a walk in the forest, they come along, too. I no longer dress them up, but I am always ready for a snuggle and a purr session.

4.)  Kim, who works at my chiropractor’s office, is a horse lover. Just ask her a question, and her eyes light up. She was my first reader because I truly don’t know much about the world of horses. So gracious and kind, she patiently marked up my manuscript with horse-related terminology, facts, and suggestions. Thank you, Kim, for you have made a huge difference.

5.)  I really like Jason Alba. He is such a great character, and his heart is full of love and kindness. I think the readers will love him too.

6.)  And yes, the feed store is almost a character, too. Small rural communities depend on these country stores, which often supply not only feed for livestock but also tools and equipment. In my case, the feed store staff was a source of advice and encouragement–and delicious locally made ice cream.
 

It was there that I saw a beautifully crafted birdhouse for the first time. These works of art were created by an older Mennonite farmer who spent his winters building them. I love birds, so I just had to include these birdhouses in the story.

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JUNE:  Who is your favorite character in this story and 'why'?

HELENA:  I love Stella Barkley because her struggles are so relatable. Every one of us occasionally wrestles with tough life choices and needs to make difficult decisions. And when we mean well, but our actions blow up in our faces, life becomes really hard. I hope that my readers will find hope and encouragement in Stella’s story. The truth is, even though life seems hopeless from time to time, it never is. As long as we are able to turn to our Father in Heaven and pray. So many people suffer from loneliness, which often leads to sadness and depression. Stella found a way back to her childhood faith, and even though she made mistakes along the way, the church community embraced her. The people in her small village accepted her and showed her the love of Jesus as she tried to rebuild her life and find true love. Her story gives me hope, and my prayer is that it would do the same for every reader who picks up Once Upon a Horse. 

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Helena Smrcek is an award-winning author, screenwriter, public speaker and writing coach. From her romantic suspense series to women’s fiction, contemporary romance, and humor, and her latest favorite, dual timeline historicals—like a box of chocolate truffles—she loves them all. With a passion for storytelling sparked by her grandparents, Helena Smrcek weaves heartfelt tales that explore themes of faith, love, and redemption.

Connect with Helena by visiting helenasmrcek.com to follow her on social media or subscribe to email newsletter updates.

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(1) winner will receive a print copy of all 3 books in the Alicia Yu FBI series plus Once Upon a Horse!

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Published on December 08, 2024 21:30

December 5, 2024

~ FRIDAY FICTION FEATURE I THEE DEAD ~

 

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I Thee Dead: The Wedded Bliss Series 

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I Thee Dead: The Wedded Bliss Series  Cozy Mystery1st in SeriesSetting - Ohio Publisher ‏ : ‎ Moonie Press (August 22, 2024) Print length ‏ : ‎ 234 pages Digital ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0DCT9K46K   goodreads badge  👰💍⛪📖💝👰💍⛪📖💝👰 

Murder, false arrests, her business on the brink...


But if anyone's ready for the unexpected, it's a wedding planner.


After being dumped by her fiancé, let go from her job and dealing with the passing of her beloved aunt, Leah has picked up the pieces and returned to Ashford, Ohio to take over her family’s wedding planning business. Quickly she learns the business is not doing well and could close in a few months. She jumps in with both feet and focuses on an upcoming wedding for a local wealthy socialite which could be their saving grace.


Everything seems to be falling into place until the night of the rehearsal dinner, when someone ends up dead and Leah’s best friend is the number one suspect. With the help of her friends, a handsome local detective, and a sexy private investigator, will Leah be able to catch the killer and clear her best friend’s name before they strike again or will there be an unhappily ever after?


 

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My unusual and lengthy journey to publication . . . 

When I was small, my mom would read to me all the time. I loved a particular book so much that I would ask her to read it repeatedly. One night, exhausted, she handed me the book and asked me to read it. Much to her amazement, I did. I was four.

As a young child, my mom instilled a love of reading into her children. She ran a home babysitting business, and we traveled weekly to the library. We never left with less than a huge armful of books. She would read them to us, or we would read them, and then we would go back the following week and exchange them for a new stack.

I was a curious child, let’s be honest, nosy. One day, I stumbled upon a story my mother had written. I was amazed and enthralled. My mom, my mom had written a story? It was a romance, and one of the characters had amnesia. I will forever remember that moment.

If my mom could write a story, then I could, right? I began writing my own short stories. They usually didn’t get finished, and I would have several started, but I loved it. My favorite series was The Babysitters Club by Ann M. Martin. I loved the various characters, each with different personalities and relatable.

As I grew older, I began reading romance novels. Starting with Barbara Cartland, then Harlequins. I soon moved on to the larger three-hundred-page historical romances. We kept B. Dalton in business, much to my dad’s chagrin and pocketbook. Then one day, my mom picked up a Sue Grafton novel in her alphabet series and the rest was history.

I took up mysteries and fell in love with them. Cozy mysteries were the best. My mom and I would share books and try to see if we could figure out the killer. Some of my favorite authors at the time were Janet Evanovich, Joanne Fluke, and Earlene Fowler.

When I began college, I decided to minor in English. I struggled and I ended up dropping it. Writing a book was still ate at me, but I lost confidence in my ability to pursue it. Several years later, I graduated and while I felt accomplished, there was something still missing.

In 2008, I decided that I wanted to throw caution to the wind and go forth with my dreams of becoming a published author. I researched writing groups and found a local one in my town, began attending meetings, and conferences to learn the craft. I realized that every time I came home, I was inspired. It gave me a spark of joy. One that I had been missing.

My love of cozy mysteries had not waned and when I was deciding on which genre to write in, I knew that was the one for me. My educational background is in Forensic Science, and based on my experiences, plus my obsession with True Crime, I thought it would be great material for my books.

I began writing my first story (which may never get published). I also joined a critique group to obtain feedback. It was a good experience. I learned a lot and met some amazing fellow authors in the field.

Then my mom grew ill and required a kidney transplant. Plus, my relationship was Amidst all the chaos, I stepped back from my writing. I was still writing, but my focus was on my mom and my family.

Luckily, my mom received the gift of life. My situation had changed, and writing was still there for me. Slowly, I got my mojo back, and I began writing more. In 2014, I started writing the first book in The Wedded Bliss Mystery series, which I recently published in August of 2024.

I remarried and became a stepmother and then mother to my son whom we adopted. I focused on the book and finished the completed first draft in 2018. It was sadly one month before I lost my mom. She saw me accomplish my goal of writing a book, and I am so grateful.

I continued working on the following stories in The Wedded Bliss Mystery series and by 2022 had finished five of the six books. I have an amazing critique/accountability group who has been very supportive, and I wouldn’t be where I am now without them.

My original goal was to publish the first book in 2023, but then I became very ill and spent most of the year battling health issues and running all over the place for a ton of doctor visits. So again, I had to place my publishing dreams on hold.

Why am I telling you all this? Because I want you to know that you should always follow your dreams. Even if it takes longer than you plan, it will be worth the journey. Never give up! 


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About Christine Lawrence  

Christine Lawrence resides in a small town in Northwest Ohio with her husband, stepdaughter, son and four spoiled dogs. An avid reader since childhood, she decided to mesh her two favorite genres, romance and mystery. Working hard to complete the next book in The Wedded Bliss mystery series, she spends her free time participating in local writing groups, traveling and spending time with her family.

Christine has a bachelor’s degree in forensic science with a specialization in Crime Scene Investigation and a master’s degree in forensic psychology. Her background as a private investigator and obsession with all things crime related gives her endless fodder for her small-town cozy mysteries.

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November 25, 2024

~ RELEASE DAY 'REDISCOVERING CHRISTMAS' ~

  ⛪🎄🔔💝⛪🎄🔔💝⛪🎄🔔💝 ~ RELEASE DAY FEATURE ~ --  'REDISCOVERING CHRISTMAS'  -- AUTHOR MINDY OBENHAUS ⛪🎄🔔💝⛪🎄🔔💝⛪🎄🔔💝

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Welcome to the Takeover + Review Blitz for Rediscovering Christmas by Mindy Obenhaus hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

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Title:   Rediscovering Christmas
Series:   Hope Crossing #6 
Author:
   Mindy Obenhaus 
Publisher:
   Love Inspired 
Release Date:
   November 26, 2024 
Genre:
   Christian Contemporary Romance 

She feels she’s lost everything… 

Will love give her hope? 
When a wildfire destroys her home, widowed schoolteacher Tori Stallings finds herself unexpectedly living with her mother- and brother-in-law—and struggling with her faith. With everything Tori owns consumed by the blaze, Micah vows to help his late brother’s wife and son rebuild their lives. The two of them have always been friends, but living under the same roof has their friendship turning into something more. Can love bloom amid tragic loss and shaken beliefs, and give them a fresh start for Christmas?

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EXCERPT:

“What’s going on? And don’t give me some flippant remark. I know you too well, Tori. Something set you off at the store. What was it?”

She wrapped her arms around herself, as though they could hold her together, and stared at the sky, blinking. “Christmas decorations. I don’t have any.”

“So you buy more.”

“Not the cherished ornaments. The ones that marked milestones. The ones Aiden made for me throughout the years, the ones with his tiny handprints.” Wiping away a tear, she snorted. “And you wonder why I don’t want to go to church.”

He dragged a hand through his short hair, shaking his head. “I get that you’re angry, Tori. I really do.” His dark eyes met hers. “But when are you going to stop blaming God and start rebuilding your life?”

The verbal slap had her taking a step back. “How? What does it even look like to rebuild—” she made air quotes “—one’s life?”

He continued toward her, stepping into her space. “For starters, stop wallowing in self-pity and start thinking about how you want to proceed. Look at your options and then make some decisions. Yes, it’s going to be hard, but you don’t have to do it alone. I’m more than willing to help you, whether you need a sounding board, advice or anything else.” He heaved a sigh. “Tori, your son is looking to you to lead him into this next phase of your lives. Please, don’t let him down.”

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Aheartfelt story of renewed faith, falling in love, family bonds, anddiscovering pure joy . . .

A young widow and now single mother,Tori Stallings is trying to make the best of her recent move back to herhometown. She and her son, six-year-old Aiden, were welcomed with open arms byher late husband's family; and Aiden is thriving spending time with hisgrandmother and Uncle Micah.

Tori inherited her family home, andshe's been working on rehabbing the house before her job as a teacher begins ina few weeks. Unfortunately, she experiences another traumatic event when herhome burns to the ground in a fast-moving wildfire.

As one might expect, Tori's heartplunges into a very dark place, and her anger causes her to turn back on theLord—in a very public way. Although she paints on a brave face, she basicallywithdraws from everyone and everything. She quits going to church and resistsher friends who reach out to help her through this difficult time.

Micah Stallings, the younger brother ofTori's late husband, is a stand-up guy. He and Tori were best friends from thetime they were children until they were teens. When his older brother, Joel,swept Tori off her feet at age nineteen, Micah was devastated. Later, when heobserved how poorly Joel treated Tori after their marriage, Micah harbored badfeelings toward his brother.

Through kindness, patience, andpersistence, Micah is able to draw Tori out of her funk and nurture theirfriendship into something much more. She begins to realize that her life is notover and allows the hope of a future with Micah and Aiden to take root in herheart. Her dream is shattered when Micah begins to withdraw.

Fans of this genre will enjoy thevibrant personalities living in Hope Crossing, the close-knit community andfamily-feeling of the entire town, the strong faith thread, and the personalgrowth and rekindled faith experienced by Tori.

This book is completely clean inlanguage and content. I received a copy of this book from the author throughJustRead Publicity Tours. All of my thoughts and opinions shared here aresolely my own. 

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Best-selling author Mindy Obenhaus is passionate about touching readers with Biblical truths in an entertaining, and sometimes adventurous, manner. She lives on a ranch in Texas with her husband, two sassy pups, countless cattle, deer and the occasional coyote, mountain lion or snake. When she’s not writing, she enjoys spending time with her grandchildren, cooking and watching heartwarming romance movies.

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November 19, 2024

~ TUESDAY COZY MYSTERY FEATURE CORPSE AMONG CAROLERS ~

~ TUESDAY COZY MYSTERY FEATURE ~  --  'A CORPSE AMONG THE CAROLERS'  -- AUTHOR DEBRA SENNEFELDER 

 

A Corpse Among the Carolers (A Food Blogger Mystery) by Debra Sennefelder

 

About A Corpse Among the Carolers  

 

A Corpse Among the Carolers (A Food Blogger Mystery)  Cozy Mystery7th in Series Setting - Connecticut Publisher ‏ : ‎ Beyond the Page Publishing (November 12, 2024) Paperback ‏ : ‎ 226 pages ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1960511920 ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1960511928 Digital ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0D6G64B46   goodreads badge

 


Hope Early is fully immersed in the spirit of the Christmas season, until the sounds of joyful carolers are silenced by the words “Ho-ho-homicide” . . .


Food blogger Hope Early always gets a hearty holiday laugh from knowing that the weeks leading up to Christmas are as frantic as they are festive. But in spite of everything she has to do, the one thing she always has time for is the annual Jingle Bell Stroll, a night when the community gathers to sing their hearts out and enjoy each other’s company. This year’s caroling feels especially heartwarming, until the final note lands with a thud when Hope finds the body of the man who’d volunteered to play Santa, a knife plunged into his back.


With virtually the whole town present at the caroling, the list of suspects seems endless. It doesn’t take long, though, for both Hope and the police to turn a sharp eye on the victim’s bitter and vindictive ex-wife, along with his new wife, who may have been after his money. Then Hope unearths a clue that suggests the dead man may have been hiding a sordid past and connections to unseemly characters. But as she closes in on the killer, they’re determined to wring her neck before she can ring in the new year . . .


Includes tasty and toasty holiday recipes!


 

EXCERPT:

          “How’s Trixie?” Hope asked. Right after Halloween, Drew worked ona story for a local animal rescue group, and there he met a girl who stole hisheart. Her name was Trixie, and she was a four-month-old Jack Russell terrier.So, he thought it was a good idea to double down on the chaos of his life,which included renovating his new home, by adopting a puppy. Since she’d prettymuch done the same thing, she couldn’t judge her best friend.

            “She’s in her absoluteterror phase. And those sharp little teeth are brutal. But when she’s asleep,she’s adorbs.”

            Hope chuckled.She’d warned him, but he’d heard none of it. Though, she was confident he wouldsurvive Trixie’s puppyhood.

            They stepped outof the church hall, their breath visible in the chilly winter air. She tucked astray lock of dark hair behind her ear, her gaze wandering across the parkinglot and stopping abruptly on a heated argument playing out just a few feetaway.

            Ralph Lang’s facewas flushed with anger as he pointed a trembling finger at Mitty Fitzgerald.“You think you can get away with cheating me? Let me tell you, you’ve gotanother thing coming!”

            Mitty Fitzgerald,his usual calm manner slightly rattled, replied, “Look, I didn’t cheat you. Youdon’t know what you’re talking about.”

            Hope watched withfascination as her curiosity was piqued. What had driven these twomild-mannered men into such a heated confrontation? Then she remembered. She’dheard that Ralph believed that Mitty had sold him a fake antique six monthsearlier. A tall, lanky man with a perpetual smile and a reputation for beingthe town’s easiest-going and most honest handyman, Ralph hadn’t missed anopportunity to gripe about Mitty and the lamp he purchased.

            “This isn’tgood,” Drew whispered to Hope. “We should break it up.”

            Hope nodded, andtogether they stepped forward. But they were too late.

            Before her eyes,Ralph’s frustration reached its boiling point, and he shoved Mitty hard enoughto send him stumbling back into the side of his pickup truck. The impact echoedthrough the quiet parking lot, and Hope gasped in shock, her heart pounding.

            “Whoa!” Drew’seyes bugged out and, in a split second, he took off in a sprint. He put himselfbetween the two arguing men. “You both need to cool off.”

            Meanwhile, Hopehurried to Mitty, who peeled himself away from the side of his truck andsignaled to Hope that he didn’t need any help.

            Ralph’s chestheaved as he shot an accusing glance at Mitty. “This man is a swindler, Drew!He ripped me off, and I won’t stand for it. In fact, you should write anarticle in the Gazette about his shop and warn the public.”

            Mitty, stillshaken from the shove, shook his head. “It’s not true. I have never sold fakeantiques. I have sold reproductions, but I’ve always made it clear what theywere.”

            Ralph huffed infrustration, then turned and stormed away. Before disappearing, he cast onelast warning glance at Mitty. “You’ll regret this, Mitty!”

            Hope couldn’thelp but be astonished. Ralph was the last person she’d expect to lose histemper like that, and Mitty’s calm response was a stark contrast to theaccusations. Something didn’t add up.

 

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Wreath-Making, Caroling, and the Simple Joys of ChristmasTraditions:

The holiday season is filled with cozy traditions that bring peopletogether, from the creative joy of wreath-making to the spirited fun ofcaroling. In my latest cozy mystery, A CORPSE AMONG THE CAROLERS, A FoodBlogger Mystery, these timeless activities aren’t just holiday tasks—they’recherished moments for characters to connect, swap stories, and share laughter.Wreath-making, for example, goes beyond crafting; it’s a time for friends togather, bond, and even trade a little gossip over ribbon and pinecones. Eachwreath becomes a keepsake of those shared moments, warming hearts as much as itbrightens doors.

Caroling, on the other hand, brings a different kind of magic. It’s ajoyful, slightly chaotic event where friends and neighbors come together,belting out Christmas classics with all their might (even if a bit off-key!).It’s a tradition that invites everyone to join in, reminding us that the seasonis about joy, not perfection. Though, in A CORPSE AMONG THE CAROLERS, the eventtakes a very unexpected and deadly turn.

These simple traditions have a way of connecting us to each other and to theheart of the season. This Christmas, why not dive into a new tradition, whetherit’s wreath-making, cookie baking, or singing your favorite holiday songs?After all, it’s these moments that make the holidays truly special.

I’dlove to share a little snippet from A CORPSE AMONG THE CAROLERS, where Hope makingwreaths with her boyfriend’s daughters:

Later that night at home, a festiveplaylist of Christmas tunes filled the air and a flickering fire cast a warmglow across the family room, creating the perfect ambiance for a delightfulwreath-making session. On Hope’s dining table, the remnants of a deliciousdinner were replaced with an array of evergreens, floral wire, sparklingornaments, and colorful spools of wide plaid ribbon, waiting to be assembledinto magnificent decorations.

From her regal perch on the cat treein the heart of the family room, Princess kept an eye on everyone. Not faraway, Bigelow, with his contented full belly, slumbered on his bed by thecrackling fire.

Molly and Becca were huddled at thetable, their hands busily working on a wreath for their mom while Hopemeticulously added the finishing touches to a special wreath for Drew.With all the remodeling chaos, she knew that holiday decorations would bescarce. And she was determined to bring some holiday magic to his doorstep. Shehad more than just a wreath up her sleeve. Her surprise delivery would includea fragrant loaf of cranberry-apple bread, a token of warmth and holiday spirit.

“Will Bigelow and Princess haveChristmas stockings?” Becca asked as she helped her sister cut a length ofribbon for the wreath.

Hope smiled as she answered, herhands deftly maneuvering the boughs into place.“Absolutely, Becca! Christmasjust wouldn’t be complete without stockings for every member of the family.”

 

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Debra Sennefelder is the acclaimed author of charming and suspenseful cozy mysteries set in small towns filled with intriguing characters and delightful pets. Based in Connecticut, Debra shares her home with her family and a lovable, slightly spoiled Shih Tzu. Her passion for mystery fiction, particularly cozy mysteries, inspires her to create engaging stories that blend crime-solving with delicious recipes and stylish fashion. She is the author of the Food Blogger Mystery series, the Resale Boutique Mystery series, and the Cookie Shop Mystery series. When she’s not plotting her next whodunit, you’ll find her baking sweet treats or indulging in a good book.

When she’s not reading, she enjoys cooking and baking and as a former food blogger, she is constantly taking photographs of her food. Yeah, she’s that person.

Born and raised in New York City, where she majored in her hobby of fashion buying, she now lives and writes in Connecticut with her writing companion, Connie.

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November 14, 2024

~ FRIDAY FICTION FEATURE FIRST CHRISTMAS STORY BOOK ~

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 ~ FRIDAY FICTION FEATURE ~ --  'First Christmas Story Book'  -- Publisher--StoryBug     🎄📘🎁 🎄📘🎁 🎄📘🎁🎄  

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Title:   First Christmas Personalized Story Book
Publisher:   Storybug
Release Date:   August 1, 2024
Genre:   Children's Christmas Gift Book

Immerse your little one in the joy of their first Christmas with the 'First Christmas Personalized Story Book,' where the magic of the holiday season comes alive through a story tailored just for them. Though they may not yet read, the sound of a loved one narrating a tale that features them will fill their world with wonder and make this personalized storybook a memorable part of their early Christmases. 

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November 12, 2024

~ WEDNESDAY HISTORICAL MYSTERY BOOK FEATURE THE PARIS PORTRAIT ~

 

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Title: The Paris Portrait
Series:
A Fabiola Bennett Mystery #3
Author:
Heidi Eljarbo
Publisher:
Independently published
Release Date:
November 12, 2024
Genre: Historical Mystery, Dual Timeline, Fiction

Fabiola stumbles upon a clue that indicates a royal portrait went missing almost two hundred years ago. Is this true, or is there substance to the rumor?

  

Paris, France, 1973. 
After an enjoyable but dusty road trip, Fabiola and her friends, Pippa and Cary, arrive in a small village on the outskirts of Paris to spend a few days with Fabiola’s brother Eivind and his family. On their first evening there, Eivind shows Fabiola an ancient recipe book he bought at an auction. The book is filled with old writing, and he asks Fabiola to decipher the pages. After the others have gone to bed, she spends hours reading and is gripped by the last pages that have nothing to do with recipes for baked goods and stews. Certain the author was a famous portrait artist at the time of the French Revolution, Fabiola and her friends set out on a treacherous investigation, dodging murderers and thieves to learn the truth.  Versailles, France, 1789. 
Élisabeth Louise Vigée Le Brun— portraitist and close friend of the extravagant queen of France, Marie Antoinette—has already painted thirty portraits of the queen. Her contemporaries compare her to the old Dutch masters, calling her one of the greatest portrait painters of her time. 

But outside on the streets, Paris is becoming more perilous with every day that passes. Madame Le Brun would be a fool to think the rumors of a revolution will pass, and aristocratic life will continue as before. 

Amid the turmoil, she paints one final portrait of Marie Antoinette, knowing well her association with the queen could cause her to be arrested or executed. As chaos and riots in Paris turn to violence, Madame Le Brun flees with her young daughter, hoping her royal friend and the portrait will be safe. 

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EXCERPT:

Excerptfrom the 1789 chapters:

An hourafter they’d left Paris, Élisabeth’s carriage rolled into Versailles. Thehorse-drawn carriage had sped along the dirt roads past open fields withwoodland and small farmsteads on either side. Now, cobblestones rattled thevehicle. In the town, they met beggars along the roadside, children withoutshoes running in the street, and a scanty market square with meager products.Élisabeth looked out the carriage window. The stark contrast between the poorand the grand palace up ahead caused a heaviness in her chest every time shearrived.

As the driver pulledinto the Cour d’Honneur, the opulent royal palace came into view. No wordscould truly describe the impression it made; overwhelming, extravagant, andmassive came to mind. By order of King Louis XIV, Versailles—once a prosperousvillage popular with hunters—had become a royal city. He had moved thearistocracy and the administration out of Paris. In Versailles they could bothhunt and live in lavish luxury.

The guards welcomedthem into the courtyard and opened her door.

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Heidi Eljarbo grew up in a home full of books, artwork, and happy creativity. She is the author of historical novels filled with courage, hope, mystery, adventure, and sweet romance during challenging times. She’s been named a master of dual timelines and often writes about strong-willed women of past centuries.

After living in Canada, six US states, Japan, Switzerland, and Austria, Heidi now calls Norway home. She lives with her husband on a charming island and enjoys walking in any kind of weather, hugging her grandchildren, and has a passion for art and history. 

Her family’s chosen retreat is a mountain cabin, where they hike in the summer and ski the vast white terrain during winter. 

Heidi’s favorites are her family, God's beautiful nature, and the word whimsical.

Connect with Heidi by visiting kendypearson.com to follow her on social media or subscribe to email newsletter updates.

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