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Peril in Dry Springs by Kristina Hall
It’s a great sign when I stay up until 3am to finish a book, and Peril in Dry Springs had me doing just that. I loved the first book, but getting to know Ira Burke and follow his story was something else. Here’s the Goodreads blurb for more information: Dry Springs hasn’t seen the last…
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Trouble in Dry Springs by Kristina Hall
I’ve been reading so much fantasy, Trouble in Dry Springs by Kristina Hall was a great change of pace–and I loved it! This historical western is full of heart, tension, and hope. This is book 1 in the Dry Springs Chronicles, and here’s the blurb from Goodreads: Even the peaceful town of Dry Springs is…
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Crown of the Stag (#2) by Ella Walker Henderson
Crown of the Stag picks up right where Fang of the Wolf leaves off, and it raises the stakes and tension even higher! Valaria is home from searching for her father, the Varg, but the world is changing and her place in it, whether she likes it or not. Here’s a brief blurb of the…
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Hope Like Wildflowers by Pepper Basham
I have to say I really love Pepper Basham’s historical fiction novels, and Hope Like Wildflowers is one of my favorites! It’s full of heart and hope, showing how God can redeem anyone’s past for good. Here’s the blurb from Goodreads for a few more details: Return to the mountains of 1910s Appalachia with beloved…
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Virginia by Shannon McNear (Daughters of the Lost Colony)
When I saw this book announced, I jumped on the chance at reading Virginia. Ever since I read Rebecca last year, I loved Shannon McNear’s clear gospel message in this vibrant historical fiction series. While Rebecca does not spoil books 1 and 2 in the series, if you want to read Virginia, you might want…
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Waves of Redemption by S.L. Klein
This book, Waves of Redemption by S.L. Klein, will steal your breath away. Absolutely stunning. It’s a tale of pirates and romance and saving the lost while you don’t even know how to save yourself—and that doesn’t even scratch the surface! I got a free copy of this book and all opinions are my own.…
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The Songbird of Hope Hill by Kim Vogel Sawyer
Absolutely stunning. Kim Vogel Sawyer has already been a favorite author of mine but The Songbird of Hope Hill is now my absolute favorite book. I’ve never read a more beautiful depiction of the gospel, salvation, redemption, and forgiveness. We even get religious people coming to grips with their hypocrisy. If you haven’t heard of…
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When We Run, a Western brimming with love and forgiveness
I think this is the first time I’ve picked up a western historical novel, and it didn’t disappoint! When We Run by Millie Shepherd is a tale of love, forgiveness, and hope. First, before my review, if you haven’t heard of this novel, check out some details below: Title and Author: When We Run by…
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The Wings of Poppy Pendleton by Melanie Dobson
Wow, did I love the mystery and suspense for The Wings of Poppy Pendleton! This goes up in probably my favorite mystery/timeslip novel. I loved that Dobson let us figure it out and never told the reader anything that the reader didn’t already figure out a few chapters earlier. I love feeling like a detective…
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Rebecca by Shannon McNear (Daughters of the Lost Colony)
One of my favorite genres is historical fiction that tells a great story within the boundaries of actual historical events/people—and Rebecca fits the bill. The care for research is unparalleled in McNear’s novel. Paired with storytelling that is both musical and compelling, the story of Pocahuntas was full of triumph and tragedy. Nothing like your…
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Cloak of Scarlet (And House of Refuge) by Melanie Dickerson
I read House of Refuge when it came out in 2021 and now Cloak of Scarlet this year. Both are sweet Christian historical fiction set in 1500s. I didn’t realize Cloak of Scarlet was from the same series until after, and I’m sad I missed the other novels in between! I’ll be giving a joint…
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Counterfeit Faith by Crystal Caudill
As matron of Final Chance House of Refuge, Gwendolyn Ellison helps troubled or abandoned children. When the kids are threatened from within the institution, she must team up with Secret Service officer Josiah Isaacs to uncover the corruption—before either of them are silenced. Counterfeit Faith was a whirlwind tale of mystery, action, and romance, and…