“Darling Girls” by Sally Hepworth

 Wow! If you like books that combine real life type situations, mystery, some love, and some thriller; this book is for you. I couldn’t put it down and read it in about 12 hours with interruptions like eating and a visit from grandchildren. I saw every scene in my mind and worked to figure it out. The characters were realistic and believable. For me, that is a great author. The three main characters will grab your heart and you may not ever look at the foster care system the same. I promise that the surprises at the end will keep you guessing. I recommend this book to anyone who likes to read.

“The Boogie Barn Band “ by Nephew and Neal

 

This is a fun children’s book, introducing fun characters playing the instruments. The words of the book are the words of the fun song included with the book. My grandchildren (Kindergarten and First Grade) totally enjoyed singing and dancing while reading the book. Come meet Reggie, Hank, Blue, Rocky, and Jazzmine as they treat you to some music from the Boogie Barn Band. The children in your life will love it. 

I received a free copy of the book for an honest review. The words are totally mine.

“The Gnomes of Fibberton” by Becky Bell

 

What an excellent children’s book. The book deals with the consequences of lying with characters that are drawn well and with a song that sticks in your mind. I have two grandchildren, one in Kindergarten and the other in First Grade. They loved the book and song, dancing around the first time they heard it. When they came by a couple days later, they were singing the song and remembered the words. That is what good children’s book authors do for children. I highly recommend this book to anyone with children in their lives. It will make you smile. 

I received a copy of the book from the publisher for a truthful review. These are all my own words.

"The Gray Chamber" by Grace Hitchcock

Life seemed to be going along fine for Edyth Foster until someone wanted her out of the way. The year is 1887, it is New York, and while she is eccentric, she is perfectly sane. Edyth's 25th birthday is just months away and she would inherit the vast fortune left her.  Who would want to get in her way? 

Edith seemed to be on top of the world, at least in her estimation. She freely rode her velocipede around time and was an avid fencing participant. She was also in love and just about ready to have full control of her inheritance. What could possibly have made anyone think she needed to be committed to Blackwell's Island, "hospital" for the insane? Once she arrived there, how would she get out? How could she prove her sanity when money seemed to have all the power? Come along on this fictional story based on true crime. You won't be able to stop fighting for her!

I loved this book and read it in one sitting. It was impossible for me to put it down because the characters and situations continually pulled me deeper in. The fact that it was based on true crime made it even more intriguing. If you like mystery, true crime, intrigue, and well written stories, you will love this! I recommend it to readers of all types.  Thank you to Barbour Publishing for my review copy. This review is totally mine. 

"Imagine: The Miracles of Jesus" by Matt Koceich

Miracles are supernatural happenings. Imagine what it would have been like to witness the awesome miracles of Jesus! In this new book, Matt Koceich gives his readers an opportunity to imagine just that.

John Le is a young man whose world seems out of control. His sketches of lotus flowers help him and his mother remember Jesus, but John can't get past the turmoil in his life. While he is flying home, the turbulence in the air mathes the turbulence at home and John asks God why there is no break in all of this. But then, he wakes up by the Sea of Galilee and gets the opportunity to witness some of Jesus' miracles. Can his "experience" help him trust more that God knows what He is doing? Young readers everywhere will enjoy the story and find ways to apply trust in their own lives.

I really enjoyed this book, just as I have enjoyed the others in this series. I love buying these for the young readers in my life and am building a library for my grandchildren. I recommend this whole series to families everywhere and am thankful to the publisher for my review copy. The review is totally my thoughts and words.

"Bible Prophecy and You" by Len Woods

Bible Prophecy is something that can stump anyone, and its study consumes many Christians. What if there was a book for everyday readers like you and me? This is such a book! Have you given up on the study? Try picking up this book. It should help.

Prophecy from the past, present, and future is explored in this new book by Len Woods. Starting with "Prophecy 101" moving through to "Here's What We Can Say for Sure," this book is filled with understandable information about past, present, and future events. The colorful pictures/illustrations and extra Scripture passages add to the understanding you will get about prophecy and Israel and other nations, as well as topics like: Hell, the Rapture, the 144, 000, and the Two Witnesses. 

I really like this book. I grew up in church, but still appreciate books written for those of us not in theological colleges/universities. It is easy to understand and the illustrations help the information come to life. This book is for anyone who wants to delve into prophecy but is a little afraid of the many books out there. You can understand and learn more about prophecy. I recommend this book to all adults. Thank you to Barbour Publishing for my review copy of the book. The review and words are totally mine.

"When God Says Wait: A Devotional Thought Journal" by Elizabeth Laing Thompson

Micah 7:7 (ESV) "But as for me, I will look to the Lord; I will wait for the God of my salvation; my God will hear me."

Waiting, one of the toughest things we can endure. Waiting can cause us to doubt our faith, worry over the small things, stop reading our Bibles, and change us into impatient, frustrated people. But, have you ever tried journaling through the wait? This new journal, designed by Elizabeth L. Thompson can help each of us work through the times of waiting.

Scripture passages, special thoughts, illustrations, and examples await each person who picks up this journal. And then there is the space to write. The invitation is there on each page to write something, to answer a question, to let out something about your wait. This book will help make the waiting a little more productive for you. 

I really like this journal and can definitely see how God will use it to help me as well as so many others. Are you waiting right now? Why not pick up a copy of this journal and try it out? You might just see God work through the waiting to blessing. I am thankful to Barbour Publishing for my review copy. The review and thoughts are totally mine.