BLOG TOUR w/ GIVEAWAY: Aligned with Christ by Toni Sorenson

ALIGNED WITH CHRIST

How Do You Know When You're Doing What the Savior Wants You to Do?

by Toni Sorenson

Covenant Communications, 2018

ISBN: 978-1-52440-489-5

Source: publisher for review

LDS Nonfiction

All opinions expressed are solely my own.

ABOUT THE BOOK

Is there a sure way to know what you're doing is what the Savior would have you do? Best-selling author Toni Sorenson's inspiring series, including Defined by Christ and Refined by Christ, has motivated audiences to assess and strengthen their personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Now, the author invited you to be aligned with Christ and learn to turn mind, body, and will to the Savior and to claim the peace that comes from the assurance that you're truly in tune with heaven.

For those struggling to strengthen their relationship with Jesus and for all who are striving to withstand mortality's feelings of unworthiness and hopelessness, this volume provides a simple, scripturally rich roadmap intended to lead you on a joyous journey of self-examination—to assess your own spiritual alignment, to reroute when necessary, and to come to know the love of the Savior—not just when you reach your desired destination but along every step of the way.

REVIEW

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*August 27^th: https://www.lovebugsandpostcards.com

*August 28^th: http://heidi-reads.blogspot.com , http://empowermoms.net

*August 29^th: http://ldswritermom.blogspot.com, https://www.rockinbookreviews.com

*August 30^th: http://lisaisabookworm.blogspot.com, https://www.wishfulendings.com, https://ldsandlovinit.blogspot.com

*August 31^st: http://literarytimeout.blogspot.com

BLOG TOUR w/ GIVEAWAY: Short Investigations by Clair M. Poulson

SHORT INVESTIGATIONS

A Suspense Novel

by Clair M. Poulson

Covenant Communications, 2018

ISBN: 978-1-52440-693-6

Source: publisher for review

Contemporary Suspense/Romance

All opinions expressed are solely my own.

ABOUT THE BOOK

In the sleepy town of Heber, a strange 911 call is made to report an unthinkable crime: someone has murdered a woman . . . and her body has been found in Rhett Ketchum's barn. Rhett, a well-known rodeo cowboy, is placed firmly at the top of the suspect list—the only problem is, he's innocent. As officers search tirelessly for the evidence needed to lock him up, Rhett takes matters into his own hands.

Max and Patches Fisher are the father-daughter duo behind the unconventional PI firm Short Investigations, and they agree to undertake the task of proving Rhett's innocence. Soon the list of suspects begins to grow, and Rhett feels a glimmer of hope—and an undeniable attraction to Patches. But when the officers on the case become targets themselves, it seems they may be the ones in need of protection. As events take a deadly turn, it's up to Max and Patches to uncover the truth before time runs out.

REVIEW

This is another suspense from Poulson who does such a nice job with his law enforcement stories.  This one revolves around a detective agency called Short Investigations because of the lack of height in the owner (less than 5-feet-tall).  Rhett Ketchum is called home from his rodeo tour when the dead body of a former girlfriend is found in his barn and he's reported as the murderer.  Taking the advice of his attorney, he hires Short Investigations to help prove his innocence.  With a rival working as a deputy determined to see him arrested for the crime, Rhett is understandably nervous.  What he doesn't expect is to be caught between his attraction to Patches Fisher, one of the 'short' investigators, and Detective Kori Davis.  But when attempts are made on their lives, it becomes clear that romance has to take a back seat until the the perpetrator is caught.  As always, Poulson's law enforcement details are spot on and interesting.  The twists and turns that the case takes makes for entertaining mystery.  The inclusion of an old cold case involving the investigators from Short Investigations makes for an interesting side story.

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*August 20^th: http://mybookaday.com/blog/

*August 21^st: https://ldsandlovinit.blogspot.com/, http://gettingyourreadonaimeebrown.blogspot.com/, http://empowermoms.net/, https://www.rockinbookreviews.com/

*August 22^nd: http://sweetlymadejustforyou.com/blog/, http://lifeiswhatitscalled.blogspot.com/, https://rachellechristensen.com/blog/

*August 23^rd: http://bonnieharris.blogspot.com/

*August 24^th: https://whynotbecauseisaidso.blogspot.com/, http://brooklynberrydesigns.com/, http://booksaresanity.blogspot.com/ 

BLOG TOUR w/ GIVEAWAY: Anna the Prophetess by H.B. Moore

ANNA THE PROPHETESS

by H.B. Moore

Covenant Communications, 2018

ISBN: 978-1-52440-679-0

Biblical fiction

Source: publisher for review

All opinions expressed are solely my own.

ABOUT THE BOOK

Anna the Prophetess is the dramatic chronicle of the only woman to be called prophetess in the Gospels. When Anna's great-niece Julia is exiled to Jerusalem as punishment for her refusal to marry a man old enough to be her father, Anna shares the story of her early days of courtship with her husband. Although Julia's parents admonished her to observe firsthand how lonely Anna's life is, Julia instead discovers that her great-aunt's life is far from lonely—it is full of love, peace, and incredible faith.

As Anna shares her unwavering testimony of the coming Messiah with her great-niece, these two faithful women are changed forever as they seek the Lord's will in their lives and joyfully witness the long-awaited miracles of Christ's birth.

REVIEW

I totally forgot about this blog tour so I haven't read the book yet.  But I'm looking forward to it.  Moore's biblical fiction is excellent.

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*August 13^th: http://ldswritermom.blogspot.com/, https://www.rockinbookreviews.com/, http://mybookaday.com/

*August 14^th: https://ldsandlovinit.blogspot.com/, http://lisaisabookworm.blogspot.com/, http://www.iamareader.com/, http://whynotbecauseisaidso.blogspot.com/, http://katiescleanbookcollection.blogspot.com/

*August 15^th: http://empowermoms.net/, http://lifeiswhatitscalled.blogspot.com/, https://rachellechristensen.com/

*August 16^th: http://heidi-reads.blogspot.com/, https://www.singinglibrarianbooks.com/

*August 17^th: http://minreadsandreviews.blogspot.com/, http://booksaresanity.blogspot.com/

BLOG TOUR w/ GIVEAWAY: The Roses of Feldstone by Esther Hatch

THE ROSES OF FELDSTONE

by Esther Hatch

Covenant Communications, 2018

ISBN: 978-1-52440-589-2

Source: publisher for review

Regency romance

All opinions expressed are solely my own.

ABOUT THE BOOK

Standing before Feldstone Manor, site of so many happy memories, Rose Davenport feels nothing but dread. Her family's annual visit to the stately home was once brightened by her friendship with the earl's youngest son, William, but everything changed the day his elder brother was disinherited and William became heir to his father's earldom. From that moment, William made it clear he has no interest in continuing an acquaintance with Rose. Heartbroken, she sets out to prove that she will simply not be ignored—or outdone—by the arrogant future lord of the manor.

When his elder brother marries for love, William's entire life changes in an instant. He does not have the same option to marry whom he chooses, and he must let go of the feelings he has harbored for his dear friend Rose. He steels himself against her annual visits, determined to keep his feelings for her a secret. But when he makes the hasty promise to marry within six months, he never dreams that his actions will lead Rose to impulsively undertake the same challenge.

REVIEW

I'll say right out that I loved this story so much that I read it all in one sitting.  I had to find out what happened between Rose and William.  Rose's spirit and determination made her easy to root for.  And while the story is told from Rose's point of view, it's clear that something is very wrong with William and so I felt empathy for him too.  My favorite parts though were their interactions.  It's clear that they care for each other but some pretty big misunderstandings stand in the way.   I truly loved the ending as it made me smile the whole way through as Rose and William attempt one final time to settle their differences/misunderstandings.  Hatch has written an entertaining and enjoyable book, one that I can highly recommend.

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*August 6^th: http://mybookaday.com/, https://www.rockinbookreviews.com/, http://thoroughlyhere.blogspot.com/

*August 7^th: http://heidi-reads.blogspot.com/, http://gettingyourreadonaimeebrown.blogspot.com/, http://www.singinglibrarianbooks.com/adults

*August 8^th: http://lisaisabookworm.blogspot.com/, http://booksaresanity.blogspot.com/, http://ldswritermom.blogspot.com/

*August 9^th: https://ldsandlovinit.blogspot.com/, https://www.wishfulendings.com/, http://literarytimeout.blogspot.com/

*August 10^th: http://fireandicereads.com/, http://www.iamareader.com/