A Rush of Wings by Kristen Heitzmann

A Rush of Wings
by Kristen Heitzmann

ISBN:	978-0-7642-0845-4
ISBN-10:	0-7642-0845-4

From the publisher:

Though her panic is real, Noelle St. Claire is uncertain what danger she is fleeing. Fragmented images and slivers of memory have driven her to abandon her wealthy, sheltered life in New York for the hope of a haven—remote and safe.

Noelle's arrival at the Rocky Mountain horse ranch owned by Rick Spencer and his brother Morgan causes more than a little stir. Beautiful, vulnerable, yet strangely secretive, Noelle is an enigma the two contrasting brothers seek to unlock. But as their attentions breach the wall she hides behind, the past becomes a menacing threat from which Noelle can no longer hide. 

My Review:

I almost didn't want this book because of it's cover.  I'm so glad I didn't judge it based on that - it looked too dark and frightful!  The book itself had suspense, bad choices, good choices, redemption, and hope! 

The characters seemed so real I felt like I was a fly on the wall.  The author had a way of telling the story that made it interesting and yet so intriguing to the very end.  I really had no idea how the book would turn out until the very last page.

This book would make a great movie that I'm sure my husband would even enjoy! 

Due to some very graphic nature, it is not family friendly.  However, due to the healing parts I would recommend to a very mature adult audience!

This would make a great travel companion on a plane or long road trip.

Blessings to you!  You are loved!


Note:  I was sent complimentary copy for review purposes only.  This review has not been monetarily compensated.  The review was my honest opinion and views and not influenced by the sponsor in any way.

 

Amy Inspired a novel by Bethany Pierce Book Review

 

Amy Inspired a novel

by Bethany Pierce

From Publisher:

Amy Gallagher, aspiring writer, has an unabashed obsession with words. She gave up a steady, albeit unexciting, job to pursue a life of writing. However, two years and one master's degree later, she finds herself almost exactly right back where she started. Discouraged by the growing pile of rejections from publishers and afraid that she has settled, Amy knows something has to change.

Then she meets the mysterious, attractive, and unavailable Eli. Amy finds herself struggling to walk the fine line between friendship and something more with Eli, even as she tries to cope with the feeling that her friends and family are moving on without her. When the unexpected begins pouring in, Amy doubts the love and fulfillment she seeks will ever come her way. Forced to take a close look at who she has become, the state of her faith, and her aspirations for her life, she must make a choice: play it safe yet again or finally find the courage to follow her dreams.

My Review:

This book was quite enjoyable - for grown-ups!  It made me think and had a rush of literary terms that made me enjoy the book even more.  Sometimes as a Mom I get caught up in using simple children sentences when the English language has so much more to offer.

 As for the story being family friendly, it is not.  There were very grown-up situations and stories that are not pure or holy.  For that reason, I could not  and would not recommend this book.

 Each person has to decide for themselves what roads they take in life and this book had plenty of choices and yet some of them in my opinion were not the high road.  I know that this happens in real life but I would rather had some wise choices presented in a Christian book meant for enjoyment.

I would like to read more of this author in the future - her style of writing kept me intrigued and I did feel like I was reading from an educated point of view.

Blessings to you!  You are loved!

Note:  I was sent complimentary copy for review purposes only.  This review has not been monetarily compensated.  The review was my honest opinion and views and not influenced by the sponsor in any way.

Free Mp3 Christmas Christian Music

I'm not sure if you know about this...but Amazon is giving away 25 Christmas Songs for FREE!



You can download them for FREE! My kids and I have enjoyed listening to them including Veggie Tales Christmas Album.



They also have Believe in Christmas (a lot of different Christian artists - which we just love for FREE!)

Blessings to you! You are loved!


Just a note:  These links are affiliated links which I may receive compensation for if you purchase anything.  However, these are free so I doubt it...I'm new to the Amazon affiliation and really have no idea what I am doing so please bear with me.  

I have truly enjoyed doing most of my shopping with Amazon this season.  They are on the ball kind of company without long lines and fast 2-day shipping!

Voices of the Faithful Book 2 Book Review

 

Retail Price: $14.99 ISBN: 0849946239

From the Publisher:

A new year's worth of inspiring stories from the front lines of faith.

"A willingness to go is all they have in common," says Beth Moore and Kim P. Davis, speaking of their friends on the front lines who are spreading the gospel around the world and with whom they collaborated to create this book. This second book of 366 daily devotionals features stories of God's faithfulness, written by hundreds of missionaries worldwide.
From stirring miracles to heroic adventures, this second volume highlights those who daily go to the outer limits of spiritual devotion.
A follow-up to the first book which has now sold 300,000 copies.

My Review:

This is one of those books - you are supposed to read one day at a time but I can't.  Ever since I was a little girl - missionary stories were and are the best! 

Missionaries have a goal - to tell others about Jesus.  Pretty simple?  Not in this book...time after time - you will read how they felt one way and God led them in completely different direction.  (I just love when God is in control and humans are not!)

I fell in love with this book.  It will stay in my permanent library.  This book is an encouragement to other believers in Christ.  It is one not written in vain - it is truly fulfilling the great commission!

The book is divided into months.  Each month has a certain theme.  One of my favorites is September, "Lessons from the Young".  Learning from the mouth of babes - is a true reality in our household as well in many missionaries' lives.

 I will be reading some of the stories to my children - some they might not be ready for or comprehend, quite yet.

Something else I truly appreciate - is all royalties for the Voices of the Faithful series support the work on the International Mission Board.  

Blessings to you!  You are loved!
 
Note:  I was sent complimentary copy for review purposes only.  This review has not been monetarily compensated.  The review was my honest opinion and views and not influenced by the sponsor in any way.

Like a voice-mail from Jesus...Giveaway!

Jesus Calling: 365 Devotions For Kids

My family tries to use this book every day...it has brought me to tears...it is like a voice-mail from Jesus.  Our lives has truly been changed by reading this along with the scriptures it has in it.

Click here to see my orgininal review of Jesus Calling.  

 

So many things have changed since the initial review.  God has used this little book to speak spark conversations and provoke thinking about Him in our home.

We use it as fast little devotions in the beginning our of school day.  It truly is like getting a message from the Lord - all based out of scripture.

Would you like one?

As a Tommy Mommy - they are letting me give one away!  (I was supposed to do this last month but got the flu...I'm much better now!)

Tommy Nelson is also giving ALL my readers - 2 free weeks of devotions.  

There is even one for adults.  

Great for this time of year to give Christ a place in the Christmas season!

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SIMPLE!

Leave your name and an email for me to reach you.  EASY!

I'd love to hear how the Lord is working in your life! 
(But that is not mandatory!  I just love hearing testimonies!)

Feel free to follow ilovemy5kids Facebook page, Twitter page or become a Follower.  (I won't mind...really, I won't.)  :)

Praying you have a wonderful DAY!  

Blessings to you!  You are loved!

Note:  I was sent complimentary copy for review purposes only.  This review has not been monetarily compensated.  The review was my honest opinion and views and not influenced by the sponsor in any way.

Dining with Joy by Rachel Hauck Book Review

Dining With Joy by Rachel Hauck

From the Publisher:

Joy Ballard has a secret: she's a cooking show host who can't really cook.
When her South Carolina-based cooking show, Dining With Joy, is picked up by a major network, Joy Ballard's world heats up like a lowcountry boil.
Joy needs help. Then she meets chef Luke Davis who moved to Beaufort after losing his Manhattan restaurant. A cook at the Frogmore Cafe, he’s paying debts and longing to regain his reputation in the elite foodie world.
Luke and Joy mix like oil and water…until Joy is exposed on national television. With her career and his reputation both under fire, they’ll have to work together to fix the mess. Is it possible that they can learn to feast on God’s love and dine with joy?

My Review:

This has been a delightful read!  I enjoyed every minute of it.  The entire time I was reading, the author made me feel like I was a fly on the wall learning secrets about the characters. 

I will tell you not to read this book when you are hungry.  The references made my stomach growl with jealous pains.  The author was even gracious to put a few recipes in the back of the book that were mentioned in the book.  YUM!  I can't wait to try the banana bread.

Overall, this book was entertaining and it was a blessing to see how the story unfolded.  I appreciated the purity that was presented in the book, as well.

 Blessings to you!  You are loved!

Note:  I was sent complimentary copy for review purposes only.  This review has not been monetarily compensated.  The review was my honest opinion and views and not influenced by the sponsor in any way.

 

Dave Ramsey Specials - 12 Deals of Christmas

Dave Ramsey is having a neat deal right now...

12 Deals of Christmas - Deal 2
Starter Special
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Go to his website for more details!

My hubs has led FPU many times and every time we go through it we learn something new.  It truly has impacted our family in such a positive way!

Blessings to you!  You are loved!

Merry Christmas!

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