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Grace's Ground War by Hallee Bridgeman

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This is the 5th novella in the Virtues and Valor Series. Ruth code name Grace was raised Jewish and met Captain Charlene Radden when she was little before the second war. Her father trained both her and her two brothers for such a time as WWII. Now, years later, Major Charlene Radden welcomes all of them utilizing the trainings from their father. Ruth was assigned to the Heavenly Virtues, a team of 7 women who prayed together, studied the word of God, and trained to help in the war. Grace who was always treated as an equal by her dearly departed father could not understand the sexism and treatment she received by her fellow male counterparts when it came to training. She had to learn to be twice as good as the men in order to succeed.  Grace knew that God had prepared her for such a time as this to perform her specific task to help save as many lives as possible from the atrocities. In doing so she herself got hurt in the line of fire. The Author developed Grace well. Throu...

Meek and Mild (Amish Turns of Time Book 2) by Olivia Newport

I've read a lot of Olivia Newport books but the by far is one of my favorites.. Meek and Mild is a great Amish book that gives you a better insight of how things works and the role their faith plays. Clara Kuhn mother died during child birth with her still-horned sister.Clara loves her cousin's daughter, Sadie, and loves to tell her stories from the Bible. She's just scared that if she has children of her own she will die like her mother did, during child birth. Andrew Raber is loves Clara and would marry her if only she'd say yes. He's not sure that every rule in the Ordnung is biblical, and so he when he sees Model T Ford abandoned on the road he is mesmerized.. He has his own place and he works hard. Fannie is Clara's cousin and she is wishing for another boppli(baby) t although she has Sadie. When her mother becomes pregnant, she takes it hard. Every character mentioned in the book have a need only the Lord can provide an answer to and Olivia...

Petticoat Detective (Undercover Ladies Book 1) by Margaret Brownley

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I really enjoyed this novel by Margaret Brownley. Her idea of a " Proverbs 31" woman posing as one of not so reputable ways is a touchy topic but one that Brownley pulls it. Jennifer(detective name Amy) manages to retain her virtue while working on the case assigned to her by Mr. Pinkerton. The moral issues in the book will make you stop and think could this have been someone i know? Each of the women in the bordello has a story and a reason for having to work at the bordello as a last resort will tug at heart and make you cry so make sure to have a box of tissue. The so-called christians(women and men) of the local church go about responding to these women in the wrong manner all except for one woman. There is the issue of the men who visit the house too. When Jennifer sees a revolving door of " good standing " community men in the town frequent the place, it makes her bitter to the idea that there could be any faithful men. Within these serious iss...

Sweet Christmas Kisses Anthology

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The Sweet Christmas Kisses Anthology is comprised of 14 books. Overall the stories warmed your heart, made you believe in hope, love, and knowing LOVE CONQUERORS ALL, especially during the Holiday season. An Almost Perfect Christmas by Donna Fasano(which is book 1) was so tear-jerking! I had tissues all the way through. Arron has a daughter that is dying but her one wish was to have a "perfect" Christmas so here comes Nurse Christy to assist in making this wish happen. You would think this ends here but little Miss Izzie has ulterior, but pure, motives which is playing matchmaker for her dad and Nurse. All I can say is hold on tight for this heartwarming story that will truly touch your heart and soul. The Army Doctor's Christmas Baby by Helen Scott(which is book 3) was a very interesting read. At first I was a little taken back with Kelly secretly being in love with her commanding MARRIED officer for years. However, be of good cheer because since she is...

Crooked Lines by Holly Michael

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Crooked Lines was very uplifting!! I especially loved Rebecca's story and how even at a young age she could "discern" certain events not knowing that God has gifted her. Her story is such a powerful one. Without giving anything away.. I loved how we saw her struggle with her parents, family, guilt, and pain but most of all redemption and forgiveness. You see her grow as years, abuse, etc goes on through out her life. It brought her to a certain point where she could use all of that pain to give as a testimony and help someone else by being strong to face even the toughest of deadly storms. I truly hope she continues this story. I would love to see how each character develops more especially the priest and the parents/father of her child. I know after you read this you can say to yourself I am more than a conqueror through Jesus Christ. Blessings, Prayer Of Hope Disclaimer: I was given this book for an HONEST review by the Author.

Revelation by Doug Couse

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Normally I do not read books about supernatural warfare but as I read this book, I was very much captivated and intrigued by how I could relate to most of  the book especially being a Young Adult myself  in School. It reminded me of my favorite suspense writer Frank Peretti. Although this is his first novel I feel as if he has found his niche in the Christian Fiction world and I hope he sticks with it. I really felt as if I was a apart of everything that was going on. I really love the use of technology since I am a Computer Science Major I could really relate to Johnathan and how he is using his gift. I was given this book from the author in exchange for an Honest Review In my honest opinion I believe it is worth reading!

The Jesus Experience: Journey Deeper into the Heart of God by Bill Myers

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This is my second time reading a book by Bill Myers. I truly enjoyed reading The Jesus Experience.  As a former missionary in my local church I really connected with what the author was trying to convey. Going the Journey that God is leading us on rather than trying to do everything, for example, making sure the pastor anniversary or church anniversary program is complete and worrying about do we have a Preacher and choir to sing. I loved how it made keeping our relationship with God so simplified.God has a plan for all of us we just need to sit back, relax, and enjoy the journey on which he is guiding us on.. Bill Myers has a way of telling a story which keeps you wanting to learn more. It is a book that has to be shared.. I received this book from Barbour Publishing in exchange for my honest review.