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Of Sword and Shadow by A.L. Sowards -- Blog Tour Review + Giveaway

2/18/2021
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​Welcome to the Blog Tour for Of Sword and Shadow by A.L. Sowards, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

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Title: Of Sword and Shadow
Author: A. L. Sowards
Publisher: Covenant Communications
Release Date: February 2021
Genre: Action Adventure Historical Fiction, Christian Fiction

Greece, 1379
She is known by many names, none of them her own. In truth, she is an unnamed slave, nothing more than a weapon in the hands of her owner in his attempts to provoke political mayhem. When she encounters a handsome young man while on an assignment, she thinks little of him—until he attempts to take what she has stolen. But in her line of work, failure is not an option.
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Gillen is intrigued by the mysterious woman who thwarts his mission. But when his path crosses hers again, his intrigue turns to gratitude as the thief he comes to call Eudocia saves his life. The two form a bond of friendship and join forces to wrest control from a group of ruthless rulers. But as their camaraderie blossoms into something more, Gillen and Eudocia must fight for love even as they wage war for a better future.
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About the Author

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A. L. Sowards is the author of multiple historical fiction novels, with settings spanning the globe from the fourteenth to twentieth centuries. Her stories have become Whitney Finalists and won a Whitney Award, reached the number one spot across multiple Amazon categories, received praise from the Historical Novel Society, and been loved by readers from a variety of backgrounds. She has called both Washington State and Utah home, and is now in the process of adding Alaska to the list. She enjoys hiking and swimming, usually manages to keep up with the laundry, and loves it when someone else cooks dinner. She lives with her husband, three children, and an ever-growing library.
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Review

From the turn of the first page, AL Sowards will capture the attention of her readers with medieval adventure filled romance, Of Sword and Shadow.  Readers will be on the edge of their seats wondering what will happen next.  Readers will be drawn to this fast paced 1379 Grecian danger filled story about a young slave and her many “faces” as a talented theif.  This is a coming to know oneself type of story that readers will resonate with.  This story focuses on the sad reality of slavery, as well as choosing where loyalties lie and the hope of freedom.  A well-written, well-researched, and engaging story that readers will absolutely not want to put down.
 
Genre: historical, romance, medieval, adventure, romance
Publisher: Covenant Communications
Publication date: February 8, 2021
Number of pages: 251
 
Disclosure statement: A complimentary review copy of this book was provided from tour groups, publishers, publicists, and authors, including NetGalley, OR was borrowed from the library, including OverDrive, Or borrowed from Kindle Unlimited OR pre-ordered/purchased for review.  A review was not required and all views and opinions expressed are my own.

Giveaway

​(1) winner will receive a $15 Amazon gift card and a print copy of Of Sword and Shadow!
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Full tour schedule linked below. Giveaway began at midnight February 15, 2021 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on February 22, 2021. Winner will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of prize. US only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.
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An Unlikely Proposal by Toni Shiloh -- Blog & Reviewer Tour + Giveaway

2/4/2021
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Welcome to the Blog + Review Tour for An Unlikely Proposal by Toni Shiloh, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

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Title: An Unlikely Proposal
Author: Toni Shiloh
Publisher: Love Inspired
Release Date: February 1, 2021
Genre: Christian Contemporary Romance

Their friendship can survive almost anything…

For two best friends, marriage could be their greatest test yet…
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Trinity Davis must not have heard firefighter Omar Young correctly. Did her handsome widowed best friend just suggest they get married? Omar needs a mom for his adorable little girls, and it’ll fix Trinity’s financial woes. But saying “I do” isn’t just business. Especially when the only vow they’re in danger of breaking is their promise to not fall in love…​
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About the Author

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Toni Shiloh is a wife, mom, and multi-published Christian contemporary romance author. She writes to bring God glory and to learn more about His goodness. Her novel, Grace Restored, was a 2019 Holt Medallion finalist and Risking Love is a 2020 Selah Award finalist.
A member of the American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW) and of the Virginia Chapter, Toni seeks to help readers find authors. She loves connecting with readers and authors alike via social media. You can learn more about her writing at tonishiloh.com.
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Giveaway

(1) winner will receive a paperback copy of An Unlikely Proposal, a Texas bluebonnet mug, and a $10 Amazon Gift Card!
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Full tour schedule linked below. Giveaway began at midnight February 1, 2021 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on February 8, 2021. Winner will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of prize. US only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.
Giveaway is subject to the policies found here.
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Review

In her novel An Unlikely Proposal, author Toni Shiloh brings to life a heartwarming and inspiring story of faith and romance.  This charming story marvelously blends together two romance tropes, friends to lovers and a marriage of convenience.  This is a light, cute, and easy read story that booklovers will thoroughly enjoy.  And to add to the fun of the story, there are two adorable little girls that brighten the turn of every page as well.  A story with plenty of tenderness and heart, readers will easily connect with and fall in love with the genuine and sweet characters. This is another fabulous story that fans of Shiloh are not going to want to miss!
 
Genre: contemporary, inspirational, romance
Publisher: Love Inspired
Publication date: February 1, 2021
Number of pages: 224
 
Disclosure statement: A complimentary review copy of this book was provided from tour groups, publishers, publicists, and authors, including NetGalley, OR was borrowed from the library, including OverDrive, Or borrowed from Kindle Unlimited OR pre-ordered/purchased for review.  A review was not required and all views and opinions expressed are my own. 

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Glory Falls (Madison River Romance #3) by Janine Rosche -- Blog & Review Tour

2/1/2021
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Welcome to the Blog + Review Tour for Glory Falls by Janine Rosche, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

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Title: Glory Falls
Series: Madison River Romance #3
Author: Janine Rosche
Publisher: Berkley Books
Genre: Christian Contemporary Romance
Release Date: January 12, 2021

Two people scarred by past trauma have a chance to write a new chapter in their lives, overcome loss, and find love in the third entry in the Madison River Romance series.

Screenwriter Cecilia "Blue" Walker is victim to life's worst plot twists. Having lost her daughter to the depths of the Madison River and her husband to the arms of another woman, she finds herself yearning for something to restore her brittle faith and once-vibrant career.

Hope arrives in the form of her childhood friend, Thomas Beck, a firefighter with a legacy of larger-than-life rescues who doesn't see himself as a hero. Haunted by his past, Thomas only agrees to a movie adaptation of his story if Blue, his longtime crush, is the screenwriter.
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However, as Blue and Thomas work together to bring his heroism to the big screen, the glitz and glamour of Hollywood threaten to shed light on secrets that could tear their fragile relationship and their lives apart.​
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Books in the Series

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About the Author

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Prone to wander, Janine Rosche finds as much comfort on the open road as she does at home. This longing to chase adventure, behold splendor, and experience redemption is woven into her Madison River Romance series. When she isn’t writing or traveling, she teaches family life education courses to college students, takes too many pictures of her sleeping dogs, and embarrasses her four children and husband with boy band serenades.
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Giveaway

(1) winner will receive a Glory Falls prize package including a paperback copy of Glory Falls, a Society 6 Mountain Dusk Tote Bag, “Nevertheless She Persisted” Journal, Huckleberry Haven Candle, Kawaii Pen Shop Feather Bookmarks, and a $10 Amazon Gift Card! (total prize package value $60)
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Full tour schedule linked below. Giveaway began at midnight January 25, 2021 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on February 1, 2021. Winner will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of prize. US only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.

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Review

Glory Falls by Janine Rosche is an absolute delight from cover to cover.  Although the third book in the Madison River Romance Series and tied into the other books in the series, it can be read as a stand-alone.  This story is about dealing with a bit of a faith crises due to a tragic accident and death of a child.  It’s about finding a way to cope with life without forgetting the child.  This story also strongly focuses on rekindling and reconnecting with a childhood friend and the beautiful romance that blossoms.  Readers will easily relate to the characters in this story and will immediately fall in love with them.  This is a beautiful and emotional story that will inspire readers long after the last page is turned.
 
Series: Madison River Romance
Genre: contemporary, romance, Christian
Publisher: Berkley Books
Publication date: January 12, 2021
Number of pages: 336
 
Disclosure statement: A complimentary review copy of this book was provided from tour groups, publishers, publicists, and authors, including NetGalley, OR was borrowed from the library, including OverDrive, Or borrowed from Kindle Unlimited OR pre-ordered/purchased for review.  A review was not required and all views and opinions expressed are my own. 

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