Mars...With Venus Rising--Book Review

Mars...With Venus Rising--Book Review

                                   
Another keeper!  Great story! Great characters!  You won't want it to end!

Here's what it's about . . .
A meddling horse, paper bag floors and a flying saucer on the town square. The little town of Mars has it all—including a brand new resident who might spell heartache for one of its own. Twenty-something Penn Davenport yearns for an exciting life in the big city and wants to shed the label of orphan that she's worn for years. To achieve that dream, she must pass the CPA exam then move away from the two aunts who reared her after her parents died in a plane crash. When John Townsend—full of life and the joy of living—moves to town, he rattles Penn's view of herself, her life, and her dreams... which isn't such a bad thing until she falls for him and discovers he's a pilot.

Starting with just a few stars . . .


I don't give these away lightly.   It was easy to rate this fun story with 5 stars.
 Loved the beginning.  Loved the ending.  And everything in between.

 The author draws the reader in and keeps your interest with a little romance, a little humor, and a little tragedy that turns into some strong faith.

The characters were fun and heart warming and a little quirky.  I enjoyed Penn's darling aunts and their little match making tactics.    It was fun to be apart of Penn's and Johns growing romance.

The book ends with the author sharing a few recipes that were a big part of the book.  Penn's Celebration Cookies, Cinnamon Rolls and Chocolate Cake.

I loved reading this story and look forward to more from Hope Toler Dougherty.  For more information
visit the authors website.  Click here. I enjoyed visiting the authors website almost as much as reading the book! 

To read an excerpt click here.

I received an autographed complimentary copy of Mars...with Venus Rising from Litfuse and the author in exchange for my honest review.

This review is linked with Book Nook blog party at Create With Joy.

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The Inheritance--Book Review

Book Review--The Inheritance-Michael Phillips

                                                                 

About the book . . .
Dramatic New Series from Fan Favorite Michael Phillips
The death of the clan patriarch has thrown the tiny Shetland Islands community of Whale's Reef into turmoil. Everyone assumed MacGregor Tulloch's heir to be his grand-nephew David, a local favorite, but when it is discovered that MacGregor left no will, David's grasping cousin Hardy submits his own claim to the inheritance, an estate that controls most of the island's land. And while Hardy doesn't enjoy much popular support, he has the backing of a shadowy group of North Sea oil investors. The courts have frozen the estate's assets while the competing claims are investigated, leaving many of the residents in financial limbo. The future of the island--and its traditional way of life--hangs in the balance.

Loni Ford is enjoying her rising career in a large investment firm in Washington, DC. Yet in spite of her outward success, she is privately plagued by questions of identity. Orphaned as a young child, she was raised by her paternal grandparents, and while she loves them dearly, she feels completely detached from her roots. That is until a mysterious letter arrives from a Scottish solicitor. . . .

What I though . . .
This was an interesting book for me.  My first time reading any of this author's work.  I found it a bit of a challenge.  It is a long book 92 Chapters in  428 pages.  Some of the chapters were long some only a couple of pages. 

The author did an excellent job of immersing the reader into Scottish history and culture. 
The story is filled with twists and turns and takes you backward and forward from the past to the present  (2006).

I received a complimentary copy from Litfuse in exchange for my honest review.

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Silence In The Dark-Patricia Bradley-Review

                                                  
I love a book that get's me from page one.  And this one did.  From the beginning to the end I was swept up!  
Here's what it's about . . . 

From the back cover . . .
Bailey Adams is running for her life . . . again.
When Bailey ,left Logan Point two years ago she thought she was getting away from her problems. Running into her ex-fiancé Danny Maxwell was not part of the plan--neither was being chased through the city by the local drug cartel, the Calatrava. Now despite her best efforts, Danny is her only chance of escaping the people chasing her and getting back to Logan Point safely. Can Bailey find the strength to face what's coming? And in the midst of the chaos, can she keep herself from falling in love with her rescuer all over again?

With lean, fast-paced prose that will keep you turning the pages, Patricia Bradley pens a superb story of suspense and second chances.

A faced paced story of suspense,mystery,romance and a little struggle with faith.  

This is the first book I've read by Patricia Bradley and I look forward to reading more.  Especially from this series.  

Silence In The Dark is the 4th installment of the Logan Point Series.  I had no problem keeping up or figuring out what was going on without having read the first 3.  

To me that makes a good book.  Plus because I was pulled into the story and the characters.  At the end I was left wanting more.  In a good way I left wanting to read the rest of the series.  

It's the sign of a good book when the author keeps you guessing who the villain is. Or ads twists and turns to the plot that you least expect.  Patricia Bradley does this with 
Silence In The Dark.  

         Silence In The Dark deserves my 5 Star rating!
                                                                                                               
For more information visit the authors website.  Click Here. 

Thank you Baker Publishing Group for providing me with a complimentary copy of this book in exchange for my honest opinion. 

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25 Literary Must-Haves for Book Lovers

25 Literary Must-Haves for Book Lovers

Guest Post provided by Next Century Publishing and Reader's Legacy

Do you read past your bed time? 
Find yourself begging, “Just one more chapter!”? 
Have an emotional break down when your favorite character dies?

Then say it loud and say it proud: I LIKE BIG BOOKS AND I CANNOT LIE!

Here is a list of must-have pieces for every literature lover.

1. Harry Potter

Represent your Potter pride with thistank.

Cozy up with your favorite Quidditch player. Pillowshere.

Just in case Hogwarts starts delivering their acceptance letters via text. Here.

***Attention Harry Potter Lovers: In honor of J.K. Rowling being named the Top Followed Author on Reader’s Legacy in 2015 we’re holding a 1 week sale on ALL of her books. From April 25th-30th, 2016 any Rowling book is 20% off AND double the LitCoins will be loaded into your account just for purchasing. Click the link to check out this limited time offer! ReadersLegacy.com/JKRowling***

2. The Hunger Games

If you get a set of these bracelets you’ll know it’s real. See what I did there? Clickhere.

Let’s be honest, Seneca Crane’s beard is the real winner of the Hunger Games. Mughere.

But what do we do about the tracker jackers? Tankhere.

3. Lord of the Rings

The one fire pit to rule them all here.

You’ll love theseleggings like a hobbit loves second breakfast.

4. Alice in Wonderland

Now you can go to Wonderland every night. Bedspreadhere.

“I’m not crazy. My reality is just different from yours.” -Cheshire Cat Here.

5. To Kill a Mockingbird

…and stick it in my awesometote, thanks.

6. Sherlock Holmes

Nothing says ‘high-functioning sociopath’ like these BakerSt. cuff links.

*ring ring* Detective Holmes, is that you? Phonecase here.

7. The Great Gatsby

Why Daisy Buchanan, you are simply radiant tonight! Headbandhere.

Ain’t no party like a Gatsby party because a Gatsby party don’t stop until two people are dead and everyone is disillusioned with the jazz age as a whole. Gatsbyenvelopes here.

8. The Chronicles of Narnia

So how does it work if you keep your map of Narnia in your wardrobe? Do you fall into Narnia when you go to put it on? Narnia-ception. Scarfhere.

Three cheers for The Great Lion! Necklacehere.

9. Pride and Prejudice

Is it just us, or did Mr. Darcy give you unrealistic expectations of love too? Printablehere.

Never leave home without your Jane Austen! Baghere.

This wisdom from the 18th century still holds. Pillowhere.

10. Where the Wild Things Are

I think they’re hiding in your hair! Bowhere.

Capture the wild side of parenting with this matchingset.

And for all of the book lovers that can’t choose just one novel to rep!

How’s THAT for a full-fandom? Shirt here.

You other readers can’t deny; when a book walks in with a good plot base and a big spine in your face you get sprung! Totehere.

Deep breathe in. Ahhhhh books! Candlehere.

As an added perk of Reader’s Legacy’s Rowling celebration, we will be holding a special 20% off sale for each of her novels from April 25th to April 30th – ReadersLegacy.com/JKRowling. 

The sale not only celebrates J.K. Rowling, but was also brings attention for a special grant program we have created in order to give away 1 million physical books in support of literacy programs! Spreading a love of books, and ending illiteracy around the world is 100% possible, and with the help of reader’s on the site, we believe will be one step closer to achieving that goal! Get in on this sale HERE.