Category Archives: Book Reviews

“Gone South” by Meg Moseley

Posted on May 29, 2013 by Becky

Letitia McComb, Tish, has been named after her Civil War-era great-great-great grandmother.  Tish, a northerner, decides to restart her life in a small southern town. An only child, she has survived the death of her fiancée shortly before their wedding, … Continue reading →

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“The Christian Alphabet Book: Teaching Children about Jesus, Prayer and the Bible” by Tracy Sands

Posted on May 15, 2013 by Becky

There are lots of alphabet books available, but what makes this a unique book is that each letter of the alphabet is made with Christian symbols.   Two pages are devoted to each letter.  On those pages there is a word that … Continue reading →

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“A Noble Groom” by Jody Hedlund

Posted on May 5, 2013 by Becky

Young German-born Annalisa lives in a bleak world in 1880’s America.  Men control every part of her life.  In Annalisa’s world the men were served food first, the women got the leftovers–if there were any.  If a man mistreated his … Continue reading →

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“Joni & Ken: An Untold Love Story”

Posted on May 5, 2013 by Becky

Before reading this book, I already knew who Joni Eareckson Tada is. Many years ago, I had read the book she wrote entitled, “Joni.” That book chronicled the journey that began with a diving accident she had at the age … Continue reading →

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“Unstoppable The Incredible Power of Faith in Action by Nick Vujicic”

Posted on April 30, 2013 by Becky

This is not so much the story of Nick Vujicic’s life, as it is his advice on how to live life.  Although he uses bits of his life story to illustrate some of his recommendations, this is a guide to … Continue reading →

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“All in Good Time” by Maureen Lang

Posted on April 18, 2013 by Becky

This story begins with a stage coach robbery.   A number of years later, we find Dessa, a former maid, in 1887 Denver.  She wishes to get a loan to start Pierson House.  This will be a home for women who … Continue reading →

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“When God Makes Lemonade” by Don Jacobson

Posted on April 16, 2013 by Becky

This is a collection of true stories about people who have experienced some very trying situations.  The premise of the book is that despite the difficulty, the person or persons involved in the different stories were able to get something good … Continue reading →

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“Swept Away,” by Mary Connealy

Posted on April 14, 2013 by Becky

“Swept Away,” by Mary Connealy, starts off with a bang, and the fast-paced action continues to draw you into the story of two people, Luke Stone and Ruby MacNeil.  Luke is trying to return to his home and reclaim his … Continue reading →

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“My Journey Beyond Being Catholic” by Connie Limmex

Posted on March 16, 2013 by Becky

This is the story of Connie Limmex who was raised as a Catholic, and raised her oldest children as part of the Catholic church, as well.  Later in her life, when her last child was a toddler, Connie became involved … Continue reading →

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“Shattered” by Dani Pettrey

Posted on March 10, 2013 by Becky

Shattered is the second book in the Alaskan Courage series.  Although this book is part of a series, it can stand alone, and be enjoyed without needing to read the first story.  This is a fast–paced story that is both … Continue reading →

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