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New Chapters and Warm Cider: "Autumn at the Cat Cafe" by Kathleen Fuller

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"...forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead, I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus" Philippians 3:13b-14 ESV Fans of Amy Clipston and Denise Hunter will absolutely adore Kathleen Fuller (author of both Amish and contemporary women's fiction).  In Autumn at the Cat Cafe, Fuller takes readers to Pecan Corner, Ohio during fall, cozy season to Pawsitive Vibes Cafe, where Sir Meow, an adorable highland Lynx that has "big-dog energy" and other adorable cats such as Squeaks.  For the avid reader who like myself also happens to be a cat lover, this book is an extra bonus with just the right amount of romance, sweet scenes, and some humor that cat lovers will relate to. Via Dalton, owner of the cat cafe, is slowly recovering from a broken engagement, and trying to move forward with her business.  When elderly neighbor Earl (owner of Second Chapter bookstore) passed away months prior, Via was hoping...
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Unmasking Secrets and Finding Hope in WWI England: A review of Pepper Basham's The Bachelor Spy

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  "For nothing is hidden that will not be made manifest, nor is anything secret that will not be known and come to light." Luke 8:17 ESV Are you looking for a clean, romance with some mystery and a dash of humor?  Then look no further than Pepper Basham's The Bachelor Spy, the fifth installment of the Freddie and Grace Mystery series.  If you love Jen Turano, Mary Connealy, or Karen Witemeyer; you have to add Pepper Basham to your list of favorite authors.  I fell in love with her reading the first book of the series, The Mistletoe Countess  where readers are introduced to the beloved Freddie and Grace. For lovers of mystery and historical fiction, this read combines the best of both worlds and gives readers a satisfying dose of romance (for us romantics at heart).  Set in England,  Lady Grace's beloved Frederick (Freddie) is off at the front lines serving his country in war.  They open their home, Havensbrooke, as a hospital for injured soldiers....
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Out with the old and in with the unexpected: A review of Jenny Hale's Postmarked in December

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  "Remember not the former things, nor consider the things of old.  Behold, I am doing a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it?  I will make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert."              Isaiah 43:18-19 If you love an amazing Debbie Macomber,  RaeAnne Thayne, or Melody Carlson cozy Christmas romance, you do not want to miss Jenny Hale's upcoming Christmas novel, Postmarked December .  This book drew me in from the very beginning and I did not want to put it down.  Hale, does a masterful job of weaving faith, hope, love and the joy and goodness of the Christmas season throughout the book.  This book checks so many boxes for readers who love an amazing Christmas read (warning:  you might want a box of tissues handy).  Regardless of the season you find yourself in, this book will bring a dash of hope and sprinkle peace in your heart for the holidays.  I know, I was remin...
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Farm to Table Mysteries By: Amanda Flower

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"For God will bring every deed into judgement, with every secret thing, whether good or evil." Ecclesiastes 12: 14  ESV If you are fans of Lynn Cahoon or Lorna Barrett (cozy mystery authors) you will love Amanda Flower.  I first became a fan of her by reading the Amish Matchmaker Mystery Series and An Amish Candy Shop Mystery Series.  When searching to see other books by her at my local library I discovered the Farm to Table mystery series.  I am so glad that I did.  Over the past week, I have read all five of these delightful books, and wanted to share them, hoping others will enjoy them as much as I have.  The five books in the series include:    Farm to Trouble, Put out to Pasture, In Farm's Way, Crime and Cherry Pits, and Natural Barn Killer. The series starts off with main character, Shiloh Bellamy, returning to her home town of Cherry Glen, Michigan, after 15 years of living in Los Angeles as a true crime TV producer.  Having fled her h...
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Recipe for a Charmed Life By: Rachel Linden

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  "So now faith, hope, and love abide, these three; but the greatest of these is love"  ICorinthians 13:15 ESV For all my fans of Debbie Macomber out there, and I know that there are many, you will also fall in love with Rachel Linden.  Her romance books have a touch of the whimsical, a splash of magical, and romance: while touching themes of second-chances, redemption, and tough family relationships.  My introduction to Rachel Linden was The Secret of Orange Blossom Cake.  A Recipe for a Charmed Life did not disappoint, and I have a hold on her newest release   A Sprinkle of Sweet Serendipity at my local library.   In this charming romantic novel, readers are introduced to main character Georgia May Jackson, an American chef living in her Paris.  When her world begins to fall apart (losing her sense of taste, a failed romance, and a career on the brinks of being destroyed) Georgia May is willing to do anything to get her spark back in t...
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Pride and Practicality By: Pepper Basham

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  "Those who are well have no need of a physician, but those who are sick"   Matthew 9:12b Fans of Courtney Walsh, Becca Kinzer, and Melissa Ferguson will adore Pepper Basham.  In her newest novel, scheduled to release in November of this year, Basham gives a modern day re-telling of Jane Austen's beloved Pride and Prejudiced.  This novel is filled with Basham's signature wit, deep theological references sprinkled throughout,  strong characters that evolve and change (showing the transformative power of the Holy Spirit, and as always glimpses into other beloved authors and literature works throughout.  If you love regency era romance novels,  characters that touch your heart and soul, and a bit of humor to make you laugh out loud,  this is a must read (perfect for your Christmas wish list or just a book to purchase to curl up by the fire and be transported back in time to regency England). In this novel, Basham keeps alive beloved characters from ...
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Shortbread in the Highlands by Robin Jones Gunn

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Proverbs 3:5–6 “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.” I grew up reading Robin Jones Gunn, and her Christy Miller series.  Her books are one of the reasons I love and continue to read all types of Christian fiction.  If you love Karen Kingsbury and Tracie Peterson and have not read Robin Jones Gunn, you need to pick up her latest novel Shortbread in the Highlands.  In this third novel of her suitcase sisters series, this stand alone book is a delightful book that gives us a glimpse into what full surrender to our loving heavenly Father looks like.  It shows that if we open ourselves and hold our hands up and empty ourselves, our Great and Sovereign God has something beautiful planned for you.  He loves you and is calling you to step out in faith and trust in His plans for your life.  When this will happen, it might not look how you always pict...
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