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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…
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Where Darkness Dwells by Andrea Renae (Song of the Solas #1)
This novel should be in a genre all its own. If you like Christian fantasy, you’re going to be blown away by Where Darkness Dwells. It has the battle between light and darkness, but these concepts don’t just exist—they breathe. If you haven’t heard of this book, check out the quick Goodreads blurb below before…
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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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Cold Case Tracker by Maggie Black
I read Cold Case Tracker in one day, so I think that speaks to how great of a read it was! Amy and Jackson (and the lovable K-9 doggo Hudson) were great to follow as they tried to solve a very personal missing person case. For a quick introduction, here’s the Goodreads blurb: A missing…