Book Review and Giveway: A Melody for James (Christian Romance Suspense) (Song of Suspense)

 

I received a free copy of this book/Ebook/Product to review. I was not required to write a positive review nor was I compensated in any other way. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the FTC Regulations.  




About the Book:

Solitary strangers meet during a stormy stopover. Hours later, their hearts hum a harmonious duet.

Melody Mason has the hottest female voice in the country music scene. But the cheers of throngs of adoring fans mean little in the absence of the handsome stranger who rescued her years before. Widower James Montgomery has never forgotten her. He prays God can bring her back.

Incredible events finally bring them face to face again. Together at last, they realize the bond between them has miraculously risen to a crescendo, melodiously marrying them like strong symphonic chords. Uncannily, they learn they share more in common than they could have ever imagined. They know God reunited them for a purpose.

Sinister forces threaten to destroy their new found happiness. The couple must work in close concert, placing all their faith in God as they solve the deadly mystery that ties their lives inexplicably together.

Fire, loss, and bloodshed cannot shake their faith in God to see them through as they face a percussive climax that leaves hearts and lives forever changed.

My thoughts about the book:
I have read other books by Hallee Bridgeman (you can read my reviews of them here) but this book is my favorite by far. She gives you real characters with real problems. I love how she integrates faith into the story without out "beating you over the head with it." She also keeps her books clean and classy. There are several twists and turns in this story that will keep you on your toes. Once you start reading this book you will not be able to put it down! A Melody for James is a must read for anyone looking for a delightful, easy read that we keep you on the edge of your seat. 

Buy the book:
Amazon-A Melody for James

Smashwords-A Melody for James  

 GiveawayI'm giving away 2 copies of A Melody for James. Between now and Friday, June 21  at 12 midnight, tell me what your favorite book of all time is and I'll select two people at random to get a copy of Hallee's new book A Melody for James.

About the Author:

Hallee Bridgeman lives with her husband and their three children in small town Kentucky. When she’s not writing Christian romance novels, she blogs about all things cooking and homemaking at Hallee the Homemaker.
Hallee started writing when her oldest child and only daughter was a baby, but a busy professional career and being the wife of a deployed soldier had her shelve her books for another time. Two more children, a cross country move, and God’s perfect timing brought the books off of the shelf to be dusted off and presented to you now.
Hallee loves coffee, campy action movies, and regular date nights with her husband. Above all else, she loves God with all of her heart, soul, mind, and strength; has been redeemed by the blood of Jesus Christ; and relies on the presence of the Holy Spirit.  She prays her books are a blessing to you and would love to hear back from you.


Also by this Author: 
The Jewel Trilogy and Novella Sapphire Ice
Greater Than Rubies (free Novella between Sapphire and Emerald)
Emerald Fire
Topaz Heat
The Jewel Trilogy Anthology
Recipe Book Parody
Fifty Shades of Gravy; a Christian Gets Saucy!
Song of Suspense
A Melody for James
  
 

Wordless Wednesday 6-19-13

My Man and me

 

 Some random facts about me and my man
(this blog post idea is based on  Mama Kat's Writing Workshop)


1. He is an only child. This sometimes causes conflict at our house because I am the baby in my family and we are both used to having our own way. 
2. We were married by a Justice of the Peace. I do not regret this at all! However I do wish we had a big party afterwards with all our friends.
3. My husband is 90% sarcasm and 10% cock eyed optimism. This balances out my 90% reality and 10% pessimism. 
4.  We both love photography. 
5. He is very technical and analytical. Which works out perfectly because I'm totally not. 

In short he is my perfect match.  

Top 5 Favorite Blogs

 


Here are my Top 5  Favorite Blogs (in no particular order)
1. Masterpiece
She has a refreshing and honest look a life and faith. 
2. The Candid Pastor's Wife       
She blogs about how faith intersects our lives as women. 
3. FreeSampleMomma
My go-to Gal for any and all free stuff.
4. The Mother Huddle
The queen of craftiness in my book. She has amazing ideas and super cute stuff!
5.  She Sparkles
She blogs about life, faith, and loves coffee too! 

What are your favorite blogs to read?

Book Review: A Heartbeat Away (In the Quilts of Love Series) by S.Dionne Moore

About the Book:
When a band of runaway slaves brings Union-loyal Beth Bumgartner a wounded Confederate soldier named Joe, it is the catalyst that pushes her to defy her pacifist parents and become a nurse during the Battle of Antietam.

Her mother's mysterious goodbye gift is filled with quilt blocks that bring comfort to Beth during the hard days and lonely nights, but as she sews each block, she realizes there is a hidden message of faith within the pattern that encourages and sustains her. Reunited with Joe, Beth learns his secret and puts the quilt's message to its greatest test---but can betrayal be forgiven?


Here's a preview of the book:

AHeartbeatAway - Medium from S. Dionne Moore on Vimeo.


Purchase a copy: http://ow.ly/liQMG

My thoughts on the book:
I love books set in the Civil War area. However, I had a hard time finishing this book. The plot was very similar to many other books out there set in the Civil War ear.  Boy met girl when he is wounded. Boy gets sick and is taken care of by the girl. I found this event repeating often throughout the story. I did like the fact that the heroine did have a flaw.  This made her more realistic. I think all to many heroines in stories are perfect. I also thought there were to many question to keep track of while reading the story. I kept wondering what was going on. I was given this book by Litfuse Public Relations. I was given this book in exchange for my honest opinion. 






About the Author:

Dionne Moore is a historical romance author who resides in South Central PA with her family, surrounded by the beautiful Cumberland Valley and lots of fun, historically rich locations. She is a weekly contributor to "The Borrowed Book", a blog for book-lovers and "Cozy Mystery Magazine", for all things cozy mystery.

Learn more about Dionne at http://www.sdionnemoore.com
 

Summer Time.....

First of all, I like to thank all of you all for reading my post. Unfortunately, my posts have been sporadic at best lately. However, I am happy to say that school is out and that I am refreshed and ready to resume blogging .  Look for new posts and reviews every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday. I can't wait to share with you what's been going on in my life.

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Book Review: Lengths for Love by CS Patra

 Charisma Media I was was given a free copy of this book in exchange for a review of it.

About the Book:

People say they will do just about anything for love. Some might go far enough to try and find the impossible. Some will stop at no lengths for the one they love. When Ian Choi's girlfriend gives him the most difficult task...find her someone, a vampire, to turn her immortal...he is faced with a choice he never imagined he'd have to make. And little does he know just what could happen while he's trying to make her wish come true.

My Thoughts about the Book:

I am a fan of vampire books, however I had a hard time reading this book. I could not make an emotional connection with the story. It simply did not hold my interest. 

Buy Links:

Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Lengths-For-Love-ebook/dp/B00BYJQQAY/ref=la_B00BJAFVD6_1_1_title_1_kin?ie=UTF8&qid=1365979312&sr=1-1

Barnes & Noble: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/lengths-for-love-cs-patra/1114490406?ean=9781936513581

Books A Million: http://www.booksamillion.com/p/Lengths-Love/Cs-Patra/9781936513581?id=5611120068338

  

Author Bio:

CS Patra has been writing for a long time and has been doing it since she was young. This is her latest book but certainly not going to be her last. Her next book is currently in the works. In addition to writing, she is also fond of painting and making jewelry. She currently lives in North Carolina with her family. You can check her out on Twitter (@CyberPeacock) and her Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/cspatra?ref=tn_tnmn#!/pages/Carter-TachikawaCS-Patra/297508030352688