{"id":23475,"date":"2018-08-27T22:25:25","date_gmt":"2018-08-28T03:25:25","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/?p=23475"},"modified":"2018-08-27T22:25:25","modified_gmt":"2018-08-28T03:25:25","slug":"chasing-embers-by-rachel-skatvold","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/?p=23475","title":{"rendered":"Chasing Embers by Rachel Skatvold"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-23476\" src=\"http:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Chasing-Embers.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"970\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Chasing-Embers.png 600w, https:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Chasing-Embers-93x150.png 93w, https:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Chasing-Embers-150x243.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>MY REVIEW:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Chasing Embers<\/strong><\/em> was a sweet, second-chance romance that is perfect for those times when you are not in the mood for something too deep but you don&#8217;t want fluff either. This contemporary story features Annabelle and Colton, a couple who were once in love but have been separated for several years. Neither of them has been able to move on to other relationships and despite misunderstandings and confusing emotions, Belle and Colton cannot seem to forget their connection. A third party is introduced that may just change Belle&#8217;s mind.<\/p>\n<p>This narrative contains scenes highlighting wild land firefighters that could be right out of recent news and gives the reader insight into wildfires from the firefighter&#8217;s perspective.<\/p>\n<p>I mostly enjoyed <em><strong>Chasing Embers<\/strong><\/em> but did become frustrated at the poor communication between Annabelle and Colton. I personally would have liked a bit more depth in their relationship to make it more believable. Otherwise I did appreciate Belle&#8217;s strong faith and her attempts to share it with others.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/divider2.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10857\" title=\"divider2\" src=\"http:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/divider2.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"317\" height=\"61\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/divider2.png 317w, https:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/divider2-150x28.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 317px) 100vw, 317px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><em>I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book provided by Celebrate Lit. A favorable review was not required. All views expressed are my own.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>ABOUT THE BOOK:<\/strong><\/p>\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\" border=\"0\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 677px;\"><strong>Book Title:<\/strong> Chasing Embers (Heart Ranch, Book 2)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Author:<\/strong> Rachel Skatvold<\/p>\n<p><strong>Genre:<\/strong> Christian Romance \/ Contemporary Western<\/p>\n<p><strong>Release date<\/strong>: August 20, 2018<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 677px;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-23477\" src=\"http:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Chasing-Embers-186x300.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"186\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Chasing-Embers-186x300.jpeg 186w, https:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Chasing-Embers-186x300-93x150.jpeg 93w, https:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Chasing-Embers-186x300-150x242.jpeg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 186px) 100vw, 186px\" \/><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>ANNABELLE HART thought owning the family ranch would be everything she ever dreamed of and more. The Montana wilderness has always flowed like blood through her veins, but she can\u2019t understand why her heart feels so empty inside.<\/p>\n<p>Three years after leaving Montana to become a wild land firefighter, COLTON BROOKS still dreams about the girl he left behind at Hart Ranch. He prays for her happiness, believing she deserves someone better than him, but doubts he will ever love again.<\/p>\n<p>When their paths intersect again, will the embers of their past romance be rekindled, or will an unexpected disaster change life as they know it forever?<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2t63AxO\">Click here to purchase your copy!<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>ABOUT THE AUTHOR:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-23478\" src=\"http:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Rachel-Skatvold.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Rachel-Skatvold.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Rachel-Skatvold-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Rachel Skatvold<\/strong> is a Christian author and stay-at-home mom from the Midwest. She enjoys writing inspirational romance and encouraging blogs. Rachel completed her first series, the Riley Family Legacy Novellas in 2014 and is now working on the second book in her new Hart Ranch Series. She is also a contributing author in the Whispers in Wyoming Series. Other than writing, some of her hobbies include singing, reading and camping in the great outdoors with her husband and two young sons.<\/p>\n<p><strong>GUEST POST FROM RACHEL:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Chasing Embers is a sequel I have been excited to write since the release of Escaping Reality over two years ago. To be honest, while writing book one, I thought it would just be a standalone story and not part of a series. However, Logan\u2019s strong-willed little sister, Belle, was determined to have her own story and I\u2019m thrilled that she is finally getting one!<\/p>\n<p>One of the theme verses from Chasing Embers is Ephesians 3:20, which says, \u201cNow all glory to God, who is able, through his mighty power at work within us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think.\u201d In the story, the characters go through some trials that seem impossible to overcome. In order to keep their loved ones and the ranch safe, the Hart family must cling tightly to their faith and trust that God always keeps his promises. The events of the story also serve as a reminder that God can do mighty things through us if we allow him to.<\/p>\n<p>Chasing Embers is a heartwarming tale of lost love, second chances and choosing to love even when it is difficult. Be prepared to laugh, cry and rejoice with Belle and Colton as you read their love story. To find out more about Chasing Embers by Rachel Skatvold, read the summary above.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-23479\" src=\"http:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Chasing-Embers_banner.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"222\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Chasing-Embers_banner.png 600w, https:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Chasing-Embers_banner-150x56.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>BLOG STOPS:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/readingismysuperpower.org\">Reading Is My SuperPower<\/a>, August 23<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.amongTheReads.net\">Among the Reads<\/a>, August 23<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/jegrace.webs.com\/apps\/blog\">Christian Author, J.E.Grace<\/a>, August 24<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/christianfictiongirl.blog\">The Christian Fiction Girl<\/a>, August 25<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/blossomsandblessings.blogspot.com\/\">Blossoms and Blessings<\/a>, August 25<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bibliophile.reviews\">Bibliophile Reviews<\/a>, August 26<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/janicesbookreviews.com\/\">Janices book reviews<\/a>, August 27<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.katscornerbooks.com\">Kat\u2019s Corner Books<\/a>, August 28<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/daysongreflections.com\">Daysong Reflections<\/a>, August 28<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.luvnlambertlife.com\">Luv\u2019N Lambert Life<\/a>, August 29<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/remembrancy.com\">Remembrancy<\/a>, August 29<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/ashleysbookshelf.blogspot.com\">Ashley\u2019s Bookshelf<\/a>, August 30<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/proudtobeanautismmom.weebly.com\">proud to be an autism mom<\/a>, August 31<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/debbieloseanything.blogspot.com\">Debbie\u2019s Dusty Deliberations<\/a>, August 31<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/deana0326.blogspot.com\">Texas Book-aholic<\/a>, September 1<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carpediem.fyi\">Carpe Diem<\/a>, September 2<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.abakersperspective.com\/\">A Baker\u2019s Perspective<\/a>, September 3<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/Nannie3.blogspot.com\">Jeanette\u2019s Thoughts<\/a>, September 4<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/bigreadersite.wordpress.com\/\">Bigreadersite<\/a>, September 4<\/p>\n<p><strong>GIVEAWAY:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-21081\" src=\"http:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/amazon_card.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"272\" height=\"215\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/amazon_card.png 272w, https:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/amazon_card-150x119.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 272px) 100vw, 272px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">To celebrate her tour, Rachel is giving away a grand prize of a $30 Amazon gift card!!<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Be sure to comment on the blog stops for nine extra entries into the giveaway! Click the link below to enter.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/promosimple.com\/ps\/d1f3\/chasing-emberscelebration-tour-giveaway\">https:\/\/promosimple.com\/ps\/d1f3\/chasing-emberscelebration-tour-giveaway<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>MY REVIEW: Chasing Embers was a sweet, second-chance romance that is perfect for those times when you are not in the mood for something too deep but you don&#8217;t want fluff either. This contemporary story features Annabelle and Colton, a couple who were once in love but have been separated for several years. 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