“A Day for Skating” by Sarah Sullivan

Posted on January 15, 2020 by WordPress.com Support

Illustrated by Madeline Valentine

Winter Fun!

Little ones will find out how much fun winter can be while going along with the little girl in this book.   Join her as she has a magical time on the frozen ice.  Everything sparkles as she skates and glides along with family and friends—even taking falls in stride. Some kids race along, while others play hockey or make designs on the ice, at the same time, adults waltz with each other.  She has a good time warming up fingers and toes while drinking yummy hot cocoa which makes everything glow.

Children will enjoy the rhyme of the short text done with darling illustrations that really highlight the thrills of a special winter day and evening. This hard-backed picture book will be liked by preschoolers to seven or eight-year old children.  If it is too cold to go outside, this 5-star book will be a great way to enjoy the good things about winter while comfortably reading indoors!

Candlewick Press has provided bookreadingtic with a complimentary copy of, A Day for Skating, for the purpose of review.   I have not been compensated in any other manner. All opinions expressed are my own, and I was not required, or influenced, to give anything but an honest appraisal.  I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

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“The Way of the Brave” by Susan May Warren

Posted on January 12, 2020 by WordPress.com Support

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Good Friends & Danger!

Three friends, Shasha, Jenny, and Aria, are trapped on Denali, a dangerously steep Alaskan mountain, known for avalanches, bad weather and blizzard white outs.  Jenny convinced them to make the climb as a way to rise above some difficulties they have faced.  Just when it looks like all is lost, a group of three former Seals:  Orion, Ham and Jake, appear.  Instead of getting the women off the mountain, the men become trapped while trying to rescue them.

Additionally, Orion and Jenny have a history, in fact, their past is the main reason Jenny was making this climb—to forget him along with the secret she never wants him to know.  Orion, on the other hand, has been searching for Jenny for the past two years.

Besides the life and death battle on the mountain, there are also struggles with an incognito bomber at a political rally.   The rally politician may hold the key to the mystery of two seals first listed as dead, but now possibly alive.  Have they been spirited away by some government agency?

This book is amazing!  You get caught up in this well-written story right away with action, dramatic relationships, and mystery.  Faith enters the story through Orion’s fury over hearing about God from all-trusting Ham.  I highly recommend this 5-plus star book to anyone who enjoys well-developed stories that will capture your heart!

Revell Publishing has provided bookreadingtic with a complimentary copy of, The Way of the Brave, for the purpose of review. I have not been compensated in any other manner. All opinions expressed are my own, and I was not required, or influenced, to give anything but an honest appraisal. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

The Author’s Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/SusanMayWarrenFiction

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Random Ramblings: A New Way to Touch Your Heart for Valentine’s Day!

Posted on January 11, 2020 by WordPress.com Support

Happy Valentine’s Day!

Growing up, I was surrounded by members of the Greatest Generation:  my parents, their friends, and our extended family.  They were capable and strong, having survived The Great Depression, World War II and the raising of a new generation of children (me included) who came to be called the Baby Boomers.  And we thought they would always be around…until they weren’t.

We hardly have any members of the Greatest Generation left.  But out in sunny California, there remains one, a Major Bill White.  He is a WWII Marine vet, as well as, a survivor of the notorious Battle of Iwo Jima—and he is 104 years young.

Major White has just one request, send him a Valentine.  He promises he will save each and every one.

Join me as I send a Valentine to a man who beat the odds by staying alive during one of the worst battles during the war, and has gone on to beat the odds of aging, and living past 100 hundred years.  Do it to make this a bright Valentine’s Day for him.  Do it in the memory of a beloved member of The Greatest Generation.  Or just do it as a good deed, I promise you will feel better for it!

Send Valentines here:

ATTN: Hold for Maj Bill White, USMC (Ret)

The Oaks at Inglewood

6725 Inglewood Ave.

Stockton, CA 95207

You can read more of his story here:  https://fox4kc.com/2020/01/10/this-104-year-old-marine-corps-veteran-is-asking-for-valentines-day-cards-ill-save-every-one/

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“Collateral Damage” by Lynette Eason

Posted on January 8, 2020 by WordPress.com Support

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Good vs. The Really Bad!

As a result of surviving brutal explosions in Afghanistan, both Asher James and Brooke Adams have left the military.  Suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), each of them are trying to piece their lives back together.  Not really knowing each other while in the military, they have now been thrown together because someone is trying to kill Brooke.  Can it be related to something she unknowingly became linked with while overseas?

At the same time, a number of shallow graves are found in South Carolina, the people are multiple ages, races and nationalities, what common link do they all share that led to their deaths?  Law enforcement is mystified about what the connection could be.

Meanwhile, back in Afghanistan, reporter Sarah Denning is working incognito in an orphanage, and has uncovered a terrible crime involving the children.   She fears the dangerous people behind it have found her out, making her life at risk–but she might not be able to get out in time.

Fast-moving thrills and action fill this book, with faith woven in lightly.  Amazingly, situations that seem unrelated are shown to be connected. Even though there are a lot of characters introduced at the beginning, stick with it, and the story will smooth out.  Keep in mind that, once revealed, the subject matter is shocking, and, for me, it was difficult to read.  This many layered 4 1/2-star tale will be enjoyed by those who like fast-paced, action stories.

Revell Publishing has provided bookreadingtic with a complimentary copy of Collateral Damage, for the purpose of review. I have not been compensated in any other manner. All opinions expressed are my own, and I was not required, or influenced, to give anything but an honest appraisal. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

The Author’s Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/lynette.eason

The Author’s Twitter:  https://twitter.com/lynetteeason

The Author’s Website:  https://lynetteeason.com

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“Penguin and Moose” by Hannah C. Hall

Posted on January 5, 2020 by WordPress.com Support

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Illustrated by Anna Chernyshova

Finding Something Good!

Come join Penguin who is determined to be a bird that flies, and goes through all kinds of things trying to do that.  Nothing works!   But no matter how crazy his ideas, Moose is always right there beside him, willing to help him out.  Even if Penguin doesn’t get what he started out for, he ends up finding he has something better, a friend.  This great tale will spark the imagination of children, while also showing the truth of the verse, “a friend loves at all times”—Proverbs 17:17.

Delightful illustrations cover this book’s pages, making the story come to life, and will cause giggles galore when showing some of the messes Penguin gets into.  This charming, hard-backed book is geared toward preschoolers to grades 3 or 4.   Get a copy today, and prepare for some fun reading.  I highly recommend this 5-star book which will appeal to all children!

Worthy Kids has provided bookreadingtic with a complimentary copy of, Penguin and Moose, for the purpose of review.   I have not been compensated in any other manner. All opinions expressed are my own, and I was not required, or influenced, to give anything but an honest appraisal.  I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

The Author’s Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/authorHannahCHall

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“Recovered” by Robby Gallaty

Posted on December 29, 2019 by WordPress.com Support

How You Can Overcome Everything!

Can you trust someone who has lied and stolen—including from their parents—in order to have money for drugs?  How about if they went through rehab, but then failed and went back on drugs?  In this amazing true story, Robby Gallaty has done all that and more.

But, then, he did get drug-free, and has been for years.  How did he do that?  He met Jesus AND he included Him in every part of his life.  This amazing true story will give you the details of all he did wrong, plus all the things he did right that ultimately led him to turn his life around.

Today, he has a wonderful wife, two sons, and pastors a megachurch in Tennessee.  And what of his family that he lied to and stole from?  They have a good, loving relationship with each other.

How could this incredible story be true?  Read this book, and find out for yourself–you will not want to put it down.  I highly recommend this 5+ star book to anyone who has problems they don’t know how to overcome, or for those who enjoy true stories of those who do (overcome them)!

B & H Publishing has provided bookreadingtic with a complimentary copy of Recovered, for the purpose of review. I have not been compensated in any other manner. All opinions expressed are my own, and I was not required, or influenced, to give anything but an honest appraisal. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

The Author’s Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/gallaty/

The Author’s Twitter:  https://twitter.com/Rgallaty?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor

Author Information:  https://www.bhpublishinggroup.com/pastor-robby-gallaty-he-isnt-who-you-think-he-is/

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“Seconds to Live” By Susan Sleeman

Posted on December 26, 2019 by WordPress.com Support

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Countdown!

This fast-moving story involves cyber-crime and a vicious killer, The Phantom, who has left a trail of murdered “traitors,” yet has never been identified.  Because of messing up, Dustee, a member of the witness protection program, is now running for her life from The Phantom.  Dedicated Agent, Taylor Mills, tries to protect Dustee—who seems bent on doing things to keep herself in danger.  Will Dustee’s lack of cooperation cause her death?  Or will Taylor be able to rescue her from increasingly dangerous situations?

Things are compounded by another government agency becoming involved, especially that of Agent Sean Nichols, causing sparks to fly between him and Taylor. This tale has some very attention-grabbing, suspenseful situations that will capture your attention.  Also, there is the shocking revelation of a government turncoat.  But the most surprising thing is the ending with the identity of The Phantom.  I didn’t see that coming at all—and I can usually guess these things.  You will be blind-sided by it!

This is a clean story, not graphic or gory, with characters that deal with trust, forgiveness, and faith.  This 5-star tale will be enjoyed by those who like, action, suspense, and some romance.

Bethany House Publishing has provided bookreadingtic with a complimentary copy of Seconds to Live, for the purpose of review.   I have not been compensated in any other manner. All opinions expressed are my own, and I was not required, or influenced, to give anything but an honest appraisal.  I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

The Author’s Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/SusanSleemanBooks/

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“Maisy’s Christmas Party” by Lucy Cousins

Posted on December 17, 2019 by WordPress.com Support

Fun Surprises!

What’s more fun than a party?  Receiving the answers to the invitations!  At least it is in this case since you can join Maisy as she opens the replies from party guests.   That is because this book is special, with six built-in envelopes that contain replies, plus some extras, that can be removed.   Each time a reply envelope is found, be ready for laughter and squeals when they discover what is inside.

This fun Christmas book is very interactive, hard-backed, and full of brightly-colored illustrations.  Besides being a fun story, there are teachable moments about replying to invitations, along with what an address looks like on an envelope.

This 5-star book is adorable, and is a great way for children to experience some Christmas excitement.  It will be enjoyed by pre-school to early grade school children, especially ones who like having something that involves them in the story!

Candlewick Press has provided bookreadingtic with a complimentary copy of, Maisy’s Christmas Party, for the purpose of review.   I have not been compensated in any other manner. All opinions expressed are my own, and I was not required, or influenced, to give anything but an honest appraisal.  I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

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Random Ramblings: Christmas Cherry Salad—or Dessert?!

Posted on December 16, 2019 by WordPress.com Support

A Rose by Any Other Name…..

When I grew up, the fancy dinners my mom or aunt fixed for birthdays, Christmas or other occasions, often contained salad.  But any preconceived idea you had about what went into a salad would go right out the window.  Instead of a bowl with lettuce, vegetables and dressing, these dinners would often feature a delicious sweet item that seemed like dessert.

As a child, I always found the label confusing, but the “salad” was wonderful.  Here is one such dish that would be good at your table for Christmas or any other time of the year when you want something special.  Even though it is called “salad” it is more like dessert. Whatever you call this, it’s tasty, easy and delicious.  Merry Christmas!

Did you have special dinners at your house?

Christmas Cherry Salad*

1 Can of Cherry Pie Filling**

1 Large can of Drained, Crushed Pineapple

1 Can of Eagle Brand Milk

2 Cups Miniature Marshmallows

1 Cup chopped Pecans

1 (8 oz) container of Cool Whip

Mix in order, cover and refrigerate 4 hours or overnight.

*This can be converted to gluten-free making sure the above ingredients are the gluten-free versions.

**I have heard strawberry pie filling can be substituted for the cherry pie filling.

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“Dasher” by Matt Tavares, Author & Illustrator

Posted on December 10, 2019 by WordPress.com Support

Santa’s First Reindeer!

How did Santa Claus come to have reindeer pulling his sleigh?  He didn’t always have reindeer.  In this story, we learn that originally the jolly old elf had a horse, Silverbell.   Dasher and her family lived a dreary life pulling heavy loads at night, and spent their days closely penned together.  But she always dreamed of being in a cold north country.

This fun story gives more details about Santa’s life.  Children will experience the astonishment Dasher has when she flies through the air for the first-time.

Even though Dasher goes through hard times, she doesn’t give up her dreams.  When she gets the opportunity for a better life, she takes it, and brings her family with her!

The illustrations on all the pages of this book are beautiful, and capture the story perfectly.  Over-sized and hard-backed, this picture book will appeal to little one’s imaginations.  Children who like the wonder of Christmas time, and legends of Santa, will enjoy this 5-star book.

Candlewick Press has provided bookreadingtic with a complimentary copy of Dasher, for the purpose of review.   I have not been compensated in any other manner. All opinions expressed are my own, and I was not required, or influenced, to give anything but an honest appraisal.  I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

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