Welcome to the Social + Review Blitz for Jack by Susan May Warren hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

MY REVIEW:

I have been a fan of author Susan May Warren since I first discovered her a number of years ago. I love how she develops her characters and the way so many of them connect across her different series. I do often wonder how she keeps up with them all and how they connect. I have to admit that sometimes I get lost!

Jack is the first book in Warren’s latest series, The Minnesota Kingstons. This novel contains everything I have come to expect from this author, including plenty of action and danger, at least one romance complete with complications, and hints of the characters in future volumes as well as an ongoing mystery that will eventually be resolved in the final book. Jack’s story is mostly complete at the end but unanswered questions remain to be answered.

Jack has only loved one woman but at the time she was much too young for him plus was his sister’s best friend. He has berated himself over the years because of their last disastrous encounter and has avoided his home and family in order to avoid running into Harper. Now he must attend his sister’s wedding and hopes he can avoid Harper as much as possible. As fate would have it, one of the bridesmaids disappears and Harper is determined to find her. She needs Jack’s skills as a tracker to help. Frequent readers of Warren’s books will immediately know that sparks will fly.

I thoroughly enjoyed every minute of Jack and look forward to finding out what happens next. It was also fun touching base with familiar characters from previous series. Jack can easily stand on its own but I anticipate that the Minnesota Kingstons will be another great series.

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ABOUT THE BOOK:

Series: Minnesota Kingstons #1 Publisher: SDG Publishing Release Date: January 10, 2025 Genre: Christian Romantic Suspense

There’s trouble in the North. Her secret blew apart his life—and now she needs his help? If only he could say no…

Meet Jack, a tracker with a past he’s trying to escape the first epic book of the Minnesota Kingston series by USA Today bestselling author Susan May Warren.

Ten years should be long enough for Jack to forget the girl-next-door, his kid sister’s bestie and the woman—no, girl—who derailed his life. Now, he sort of likes his loner world as a missing person’s tracker. Well, mostly. But of course, when he returns home for his sister’s wedding, there she is…

Nope, not forgotten at all.

Of course Jack the Grump has shown up for his sister’s wedding, and by the way he looks at Harper, um, clearly her sins aren’t forgiven. So what—she’s sooo over her best-friend’s brooding, dark oldest brother. Really.

Then a bridesmaid goes missing.

And sure, Harper is a journalist who knows how to sniff out truth, but the clock is ticking and there’s only one person who can help…Perfect. No problem. She’s not going to fall for her childhood crush again. Promise.

Yes, Jack can admit that Harper’s not the girl he used to call Pigtails anymore. She’s all grown up…but he’s not going to get burned again. Still, what’s a guy going to do?

So, find her missing friend, get the bride down the aisle and ditch town before they find themselves in over their heads…or worse.

Dead.

Jack is a best friend’s brother, childhood crush, grumpy-to sunshine, sweet but sizzly romantic suspense about second chances and finding the family you always wanted…

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

With nearly 2 million books sold, critically acclaimed novelist Susan May Warren is the Christy, RITA, and Carol award-winning author of over ninety novels. Known for her compelling plots and unforgettable characters, Susan has penned contemporary and historical romances, romantic suspense, thrillers, rom-coms, and Christmas novellas. With books translated into eight languages, she’s a USA Today, ECPA and CBA bestseller, and has received numerous starred Publisher Weekly reviews. Library Journal says, “Warren’s characters are well-developed and she knows how to create a first rate contemporary romance.”

Susan is a nationally acclaimed writing coach, and winner of the 2009 American Christian Fiction Writers Mentor of the Year. She is the founder of Novel.Academy, author of the popular writing method, The Story Equation, and a founding partner of Sunrise Media Group.

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Welcome to the Bookstagram + Review Tour for An Honorable Deception by Roseanna M. White hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

MY REVIEW:

Oh, how I loved The Imposters series! The  unique and often quirky characters  were not at all who they seemed to be on the surface. An Honorable Deception concludes the series and includes all the beloved characters from the previous two books. As the narrative progresses, readers will find that the Imposters continue to add new members to its ranks.

In this installment, Yates takes front stage as he takes on a new case. Not only does he need to help Lady Alethia solve her case but he and the Imposters also become her protectors as her very life is endangered. An old family friend, Lady Lavinia (who Yates has always loved) joins the group and has skills that make her quite adept at helping with certain tasks the others dislike. Her enthusiasm is catching and the camaraderie of the group is fun. But it is not all fun and games because a murderer wants Alethia dead and will do most anything to protect his dark secrets. In the midst of all the danger and drama, there also seems to be a love triangle between Yates, Alethia, and Lavinia. None of them are certain where they stand and the misunderstandings kept things interesting.

Once again, I was reminded of why Roseanna M. White has become one of my top favorite authors. I pretty much jump on any book she publishes.

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ABOUT THE BOOK:

As the leader of the Imposters, an elite private investigative firm, Lord Yates Fairfax has made an art of concealing his identity. But when his newest client, the beautiful Lady Alethia Barremore, is shot while leaving their meeting, he throws caution to the wind and rushes to her aid. Though Lady Alethia thought she was only looking for her missing former nanny, she has clearly stumbled upon something much more dangerous.

Lady Lavinia Hemming suspects her longtime friends hold more secrets than they’re willing to admit, and when she stumbles upon the truth that they’re the esteemed Imposters, she recruits herself into the firm. While she is happy for the distraction of an investigation, Lavinia’s own family secrets continue to haunt her. And the one thing bringing laughter back into her life–her friendship with Yates–lands her squarely on the disagreeable side of her best friend: his sister.

Tormented by a past she doesn’t dare voice aloud, Lady Alethia does what she can to help her handsome host, her new friends, and the investigators. But as clues lead them deeper into the dark side of society, Alethia, Yates, and Lavinia learn anew that the gentry isn’t always noble . . . even as they fight to hold fast to their own honor.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Roseanna M. White (RoseannaMWhite.com) is a bestselling, Christy Award-winning author who has long claimed that words are the air she breathes. When not writing fiction, she’s homeschooling, editing, designing book covers, and pretending her house will clean itself. Roseanna is the author of a slew of historical novels that span several continents and thousands of years. Spies and war and mayhem always seem to find their way into her books . . . . to offset her real life, which is blessedly ordinary.

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Welcome to the Blog Tour for An Unexpected Journey by Ann Elizabeth Fryer, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

MY REVIEW:

Having enjoyed The Hobbit as well as The Lord of the Rings series a number of years ago, I was intrigued by the idea of a Christian regency novel based on The Hobbit. Not sure what to expect I nevertheless agreed to read and review An Unexpected Journey by Ann Fryer.

I am one who mostly reads for enjoyment and rarely attempt to analyze the books I read. It had been quite awhile since reading the Tolkien novel so at first I wondered how this book connected to it. As I read further I found more and more glimpses of similarities so I understood.

Actually I would have thoroughly enjoyed An Unexpected Journey even without its connection to The Hobbit. The well paced narrative was filled with intriguing and eccentric characters that I loved. The story was filled with a bit of action, plenty of suspense, a modicum of danger, and an unexpected romance. All in all, I was well pleased with my experience and would recommend it to all who enjoy a bit of fantasy mixed with mystery and suspense.

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ABOUT THE BOOK:

Title: An Unexpected Journey: A Regency Hobbit Retelling Author: Ann Elizabeth Fryer Publisher: Independently Published Release Date: November 28, 2024 Genre: Regency Romance/Hobbit Retelling

A heritage neither of them desires, a wrong to right. A chance to end a family curse…

When strangers tumble through the doors of once resplendent Grandview Estate, Lady Laura Tamlow is pulled into a rather unexpected journey, away from the village she’s never left along with a gentleman unlike any she’s ever known.

Jonathan Canfield is out of options. And he’d do anything to restore his family fortunes in order to keep them from poverty, including roping Lady Tamlow into playing the part of thief. They must reclaim both his and her family jewels that were stolen the night of the fated Grand Masquerade of 1770, where both the Canfields and the Tamlows fell far from society’s good graces. If only his thief weren’t so lovely, he’d be able to focus on the mission without distraction.

But there’s a bigger problem at hand. The jewels reside at Lombard Park under the eye of Lord Herrington, a greedy dragon of a man who knows he’s about to die. Yet he has bigger claims than they ever imagined and attempts to steal something far more valuable than family jewels. With deception afoot, will Jonathan ever see Lady Tamlow again?

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Ann Elizabeth Fryer loves nothing more than using story and romance to relay the depths and graciousness of a Father who holds us securely in the palms of His hands. Daydreaming her surroundings from a young age, she’s lived in historic homes most of her life and regularly participates in backyard archaeology. When she’s not writing historical projects, her contemporary novels show a flavor of her forever-passion for all things old. Ann, her husband, and three children make their home in small-town Illinois where they can hear church bells keep time and tradition.

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GIVEAWAY:

(1) winner will receive a hardcover copy of An Unexpected Journey, a tote bag, swag, and a $10 Amazon gift card!

(1) additional winner will receive an ebook copy of An Unexpected Journey!

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Welcome to the Blog + Review Tour for The Darkness Deepens by Sara Davison, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

MY REVIEW:

The second book in Sara Davison’s The Day Draws Near series, The Darkness Deepens continues the challenges of Christians who have been deemed possible terrorists following a vicious attack. As more and more regulations are added, the Christians in the country are forced to deny their faith or face the consequences if suspected of breaking even one of the unjust regulations. Meryn has already endured punishment for her actions and must take even more care to follow the rules. Jesse, the man she loves, is a new Christian and also an officer in the military that is in charge of enforcing all the regulations. As the story progresses, each of them as well as others they care for, are forced to endure unspeakable hardships.

The Darkness Deepens may be a speculative novel but those who are paying attention can see the similarities of a future that may very well be on the horizon if something does not change soon. The plot moves along at a steady pace with characters who will find their way into the reader’s heart. Scenes are sometimes sweet and other times heartrending. It is not an easy read but there is much that can be taken away from the story. I personally was torn between reading such a well-written story and my reluctance to experience reading what I feared might happen.

In a story of this type, terrible things happen but the author handles them all tactfully without the gratuitous violence that a secular book might include. If you choose to read it, I believe your faith could be strengthened. I only hope that my faith would be as strong as Jesse and Meryn’s if faced with similar circumstances.

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ABOUT THE BOOK:

Title: The Darkness Deepens Series: The Day Draws Near #2 Author: Sara Davison Publisher: Mountain Brook Ink Release Date: November 15, 2024 Genre: Dystopian Romantic Suspense

Their secrets protect them… but secrets are hard to keep.

No one in the army can find out that Captain Jesse Christensen has become a believer. He and bookstore owner Meryn O’Reilly are forced to meet in secret, facing imprisonment—or worse—if they are found together.

As their relationship deepens, so does Lieutenant Gallagher’s hatred for the Christians in their city, putting all believers, especially Jesse, in extreme danger.

Meryn wants to give her heart to Jesse fully, but her past holds her back. Although circumstances conspire to keep her silent, she needs to tell him her secret so nothing will stand between them anymore.

But when he finds out what she has been keeping from him, nothing will ever be the same.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Sara Davison is the author of five romantic suspense series as well as the standalone, The Watcher. A finalist for more than a dozen national writing awards, including the Christy Award, Davison is a Holt Medallion, Cascade, and two-time Carol Award winner for romantic suspense. She lives in Ontario with her husband, Michael. Like every good Canadian, she loves coffee, hockey, poutine, and apologizing for no particular reason.

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GIVEAWAY:

(1) winner will win a paperback copy of The Darkness Deepens plus a $25 Amazon gift card!

Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight November 18, 2024 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on November 25, 2024. Winner will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of prize. US/CAN only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.

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Welcome to the Blog + Review Tour for Investigation of a Journalist by Danielle Grandinetti, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

MY REVIEW:

I have thoroughly enjoyed each and every volume of Danielle Grandinetti’s Harbored in Crow’s Nest series. While the books can easily stand alone, when read in the proper order building blocks are put into place that lead up to the exciting and satisfying conclusion found in Investigation of a Journalist.

Buck Wilson holds the hero spot in this book. He is a fairly new resident of Crow’s Net who has taken over a local organization. Although he has helped residents on more than one occasion, many of the townspeople do not trust him and consider him secretive and suspicious. Readers will get to know the true Buck as the final story plays out in this thrilling novel. Desperate to get his life back, the undercover agent seeks help from Caroline Wagoneer, the woman he practically left standing at the alter. Together, Buck and Caroline continue a charade as they attempt to capture the dangerous criminals Buck must find in order to redeem his reputation.

The suspense filled plot moves along at a steady pace with danger at every turn. The question is, “Will Buck and Caroline reconcile and live happily ever after or will they go their own ways once the case is solved?” I’ll never tell. You need to read it for yourself. Better still get your hands on the entire series. I don’t think you will regret it.

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ABOUT THE BOOK:

Title: Investigation of a Journalist Series: Harbored in Crow’s Nest #6 Author: Danielle Grandinetti Publisher: Hearth Spot Press Release Date: November 19, 2024 Genre: Christian Historical Romance/Suspense

A second chance to set the record straight, and rekindle a lost love.

Wisconsin, 1931—Buck Wilson refuses to accept failure as his reward for all he has sacrificed, but he’s kept secrets for too long to be believed. With his freedom on the line, there’s only one person he trusts to mine for the true story: the woman he left one month before their wedding.

All investigative journalist Caroline Wagoneer wants is to shine a light on the truth wherever darkness threatens to obscure it. Which is the only reason she agrees to help her ex-fiance when he begs for her to go undercover in Crow’s Nest. What she discovers paints Buck in a whole new light.

With lies and rumor hemming them in, Buck and Caroline realize their love may be doomed on the altar of altruism.

Unless love can truly conquer all.

Welcome to Crow’s Nest, where danger and romance meet at the water’s edge.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

?Danielle Grandinetti is an award-winning inspirational romance author fueled by tea and books. As a FHLCW Reader’s Choice and Selah Award Finalist, she mixes romance, suspense, and history to bring her stories to life. Originally from the Chicagoland area, she now lives along Lake Michigan’s Wisconsin shoreline with her husband and their two young sons.

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GIVEAWAY:

(3) winners will each win a paperback copy of Confessions to a Stranger, a Crow’s Nest tote bag, and a Crow’s Nest Journal!

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