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The Runaway Prince (Royals of Acuniel #3)
I love a good prodigal son story and The Runaway Prince just had my heart. While this is book 3 in a series, you can definitely read it as a standalone. Each book focuses on another member of the royal family of Acuniel, and each novel so far has been another retelling. The Peasant Queen…
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Cold Light of Day (#1) by Elizabeth Goddard
If you’re looking for adventure and suspense, Cold Light of Day sweeps you up like an avalanche. From the very prologue, I was left wondering about the mystery, and I was surprised how everything came together at the end! It’s also always been my dream to visit Alaska, so to be able to read about…
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Burned Queen by Ellie Ember (#2)
Have you ever picked up a sequel that was totally unexpected but a completely natural extension of the first book? Burned Queen absolutely delivers, both deepening and expanding the world introduced in Paper Castles in a way that makes you go, “Of course!” If you haven’t read Paper Castles, you can check out my non-spoilery…
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Double Take (#1) by Lynette Eason
I think Double Take is now my top thriller/mystery read of the year, maybe ever! With high, personal stakes, deep themes relating to relationships and family, and a great worldview, Double Take is a stellar read. Here is the blurb from Goodreads for context before getting into the review: Detective James Cross has been honorably…
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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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A Noble Princess by Saraina Whitney (Cornerstone #5)
If you’re looking for sweet, Christian fiction with deep themes, you’ll love A Noble Princess. I read this book in 2 days, but this is one of those books that I’m going to have to read again. It’s full of struggles faced by real characters, and yet there’s so much humor and hope throughout! Ratings…
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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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The Wolf Warden by Kathryn Jordan
If you’re looking for a heart-warming fantasy that explores deep themes, you can find it in The Wolf Warden by Kathryn Jordan. This book releases on November 15th, and here’s the blurb from Goodreads for reference: Varda Glipwood has trained nearly her entire existence for one thing: to destroy life. When her beloved sister is…
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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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Nettled: A Wild Swans Retelling by Sarah Carlisle
I’ve come to really love Sarah Carlisle’s series of fairytale retellings, especially now with Nettled. I’d seen Maeryn’s story hinted at quite a few times in other books of the series, and I was so excited when I got the chance to read an ARC before the release date of September 26th! I’m a bit…
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Once Upon an Apple by Gabrielle Land
I had the pleasure of receiving an early copy of this book, and it was an overall pleasant read. 🙂 I have a soft spot for fairytale retellings, especially with cute animals! Once Upon an Apple is a cozy, sweet retelling with modern slang that makes for an interesting twist! Ratings for Once Upon an Apple…
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Beyond Ivy Walls by Rachel Fordham
This was my first book from Rachel Fordham and it won’t be my last! Beyond Ivy Walls is a stunning, poignant novel threaded with themes of grade and redemption (and a little sprinkle of Beauty and the Beast). Ratings for Beyond Ivy Walls Story: 5/5Worldview: 5/5 Story The story absolutely blew me away, 5/5. This…