The Indebted Earl (Serendipity & Secrets #3) by Erica Vetsch -- Blog Tour Review + Giveaway
3/31/2021
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About the Book
Can Captain Wyvern keep his new marriage of convenience all business--or will it turn into something more?
Captain Charles Wyvern owes a great debt to the man who saved his life--especially since Major Richardson lost his own life in the process. The best way to honor that hero's dying wish is for Wyvern to escort the man's grieving fiance and mother safely to a new cottage home by the sea. But along the way, he learns of another obligation that has fallen on his shoulders: his uncle has died and the captain is now the Earl of Rothwell. When he and the ladies arrive at his new manor house in Devon, they discover an estate in need of a leader and a gaggle of girls, all wards of the former earl. War the new earl knows; young ladies and properties he does not. Still wishing to provide for the bereaved Lady Sophia Haverly, Charles proposes a marriage of convenience. Sophie is surprised to find she isn't opposed to the idea. It will help her care for her betrothed's elderly mother, and she's already fallen in love with the wayward girls on the Rothwell estate. This alliance is a chance to repay the captain who has done so much for her care, as well as divert her attention from her grief. When Wyvern returns to his sea commission, she'll stay behind to oversee his property and wards. It sounds so simple. Until the stalwart captain is arrested on suspicion of smuggling, and Sophie realizes how much he's come to mean to her. Now she'll have to learn to fight, not only for his freedom but also for his love. Other Books in the Series
About the Author
Erica Vetsch is a New York Times best-selling and ACFW Carol Award–winning author. She is a transplanted Kansan now living in Minnesota with her husband, who she claims is both her total opposite and soul mate.
Vetsch loves Jesus, history, romance, and sports. When she’s not writing fiction, she’s planning her next trip to a history museum and cheering on her Kansas Jayhawks and New Zealand All Blacks. A self-described history geek, she has been planning her first research trip to England.
Review
Readers of Erica Vetsch’s Serendipity & Secrets series will be sad to see the series go in the last book, The Indebted Earl. Readers will once again be enthralled with Vetsch’s writing as she brings to life the story and the characters from the pages. This story is about a British naval officer and making a new life for himself away from the sea. It has a slow blossoming and sweet romance that readers will absolutely adore between the captain and his deceased major’s fiance. This is an excellent regency romance with a touch of mystery and suspense that will keep readers coming back for more until the turn of the very last page. This is a story readers of regency romance are not going to want to miss.
Series: Serendipity & Secrets Genre: historical, romance, regency, Christian Publisher: Kregel Publications Publication date: March 23, 2021 Number of pages: 281 Other books in the series: 1-The Lost Lieutenant 2-The Gentleman Spy Disclosure statement: A complimentary review copy of this book was provided from tour groups, publishers, publicists, authors, and others, including NetGalley, OR was borrowed from the library, including OverDrive, Or borrowed from Kindle Unlimited, OR borrowed from Deseret Bookshelf, OR pre-ordered/purchased for review, including Audible. A review was not required and all views and opinions expressed are my own. Giveaway
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 About the Book Melanie Bennett and Detective Brian Morris met over a year ago when he solved her best friend's murder case, and now Nashville's annual Christmas festivities have them crossing paths again, could it be fate? Melanie Bennett has spent the last six months in therapy to erase the self-assigned blame and eradicate the night terrors that plagued her at every attempt to close her eyes after witnessing her best friend's murder. The Christmas season always had a way of lifting her spirits, and this year is no different. The spark within her to live again couldn't have come at a better time when she and Detective Brian Morris are reacquainted, but first, she must believe that she deserves happiness. Will the circumstances of how they met prevent Melanie from taking a chance on love? Brian was drawn to Melanie when he first laid eyes on her over a year ago; he wanted to ask her out, but the timing was all wrong. Expressing interest in her when she'd just lost her best friend was tacky, but fate dealt him another opportunity when he walked into her hair salon delivering flyers for the annual stuff the cruiser toy drive a year later. Though Brian desires love, will his unresolved issues with his mother get in the way? Every moment spent with one another can only be described as fate - a power beyond human control. Will this Christmas season bring about the healing and love both Melanie and Brian crave? Fate is book 2 in the Perfect Time for Love Series (Sweet Christian Romance). About the Author Natasha is a magna cum laude graduate of Jackson State University's College of Business where she earned a Bachelor's of Business Administration degree in Accounting. Natasha has also earned a Masters of Science degree in Accounting from Texas A&M University. Since graduating, Natasha has earned her CPA license and worked in both public accounting and the federal government. Natasha has penned an award-winning devotional, The Life Your Spirit Craves and a Henri award nominated devotional, Not Without You: 365 Days in the Lord's Presence. Natasha desires to encourage readers to live the life they have been created to live in God. Natasha's Love, Lies & Consequences fiction series has also been nominated for the Henri award. Natasha is also a motivational speaker, in much like her literary works, who speaks to encourage women to take their lives to the next level, release fear and become the women they have been predestined to be. Natasha currently attends Parkway Fellowship in Richmond, TX, where she serves as a small group leader to Kindergartners. Natasha is married to Eddie Frazier and resides in Richmond, TX with him and their three children, Eden, Ethan and Emilyn. Natasha enjoys couponing, trying to allergy friendly recipes to serve the different needs of everyone in the household, and watching crime dramas like Quantico, Blindspot, and NCIS: LA. If she isn't doing either of those things, she is enjoying family time with her husband and children. Natasha is also a proud member of the Jackson State University Houston Area Alumni Chapter and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Natasha LOVES meeting with book clubs. Send an inquiry to [email protected] for scheduling. ReviewAuthor Natasha D. Frazier has written a sweet holiday Christian romance that readers will enjoy. This story is a light festive and pretty quick read that’s about a woman whose husband is murdered and the detective that solves the case and their developing relationship. Although a fairly predictable read, the story is still enjoyable and even ties in a strong thread of faith throughout this sweet romance. Even though this is a second book in a series, it can still be read as a standalone and everything will make sense. Overall, readers will find this to be a heartwarming sweet romance.
Series: The Perfect Time for Love Genre: sweet, Christian, romance Publisher: Indie Publication date: November 30, 2020 Number of pages: Other books in the series: 1-Kairos 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.  Welcome to the Blog + Review Tour for The Earl's Lady Geologist by Alissa Baxter, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours! About the Book Title: The Earl's Lady Geologist Series: The Linfield Ladies Series Author: Alissa Baxter Publisher: Vinspire Publishing Release Date: February 28, 2021 Genre: Clean Regency Romance Cassandra Linfield is a lady fossil collector who declares she will never marry as no man will ever take her studies seriously. When circumstances force her to travel to Town for the Season, Cassy infiltrates the hallowed portals of the Geological Society from which she has been banned. She is horrified when she comes face to face with her nemesis, the infuriating Earl of Rothbury. Lord Rothbury is a gentleman-geologist with a turbulent romantic past. After a youthful disappointment, he vows never to fall in love again and makes the decision, instead, to seek out a convenient wife when he returns to England from his geological travels abroad. Brought together by their close family ties, Cassy and Rothbury collaborate on a geological paper and discover a powerful attraction. Marriage, however, is the one subject they cannot agree upon. But when Cassy’s life is threatened, the two realize that love matters more than their objections. About the Author Alissa Baxter wrote her first Regency romance, The Dashing Debutante, during her long university holidays. After traveling the world, she settled down to write her second Regency romance, Lord Fenmore's Wager, which was inspired by her time living on a country estate in England. Alissa then published two chick-lit novels, The Truth About Clicking Send and Receive (previously published as Send and Receive) and The Truth About Cats and Bees (previously published as The Blog Affair). Many years later, Alissa returned to her favorite time period and signed a three-book contract with Vinspire Publishing for her Linfield Ladies Series, a trio of Regency romances that feature women in trend-setting roles who fall in love with men who embrace their trailblazing ways... at least eventually. Alissa currently lives in Johannesburg with her husband and two sons. She is a member of The Beau Monde - Regency Fiction Writers. Giveaway(1) winner will receive a $25 Amazon gift card!  Full tour schedule linked below. Giveaway began at midnight March 2, 2021 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on March 9, 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. ENTER GIVEAWAY HERE ReviewAuthor Alissa Baxter has written a story with an interesting premises of a female geologist within the Regency time period. This sweet romance is a light, quick and easy read. The idea of the story is quite intriguing, but tends to disappoint as it’s a bit halting and scattered, making somewhat hard to read. With a slow-burn romance, readers that push through to the end will still find it a fun Regency romance. Series: The Linfield Ladies Genre: historical, romance, Regency Publisher: Vinspire Publishing Publication date: February 28, 2021 Number of pages: 222 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. Tour ScheduleFollow along at JustRead Tours for a full list of stops!
 About the Book Princess Jehosheba wants nothing more than to please the harsh and demanding Queen Athaliah, daughter of the notorious Queen Jezebel. Her work as a priestess in the temple of Baal seems to do the trick. But when a mysterious letter from the dead prophet Elijah predicts doom for the royal household, Jehosheba realizes that the dark arts she practices reach beyond the realm of earthly governments. To further Athaliah and Jezebel's strategies, she is forced to marry Yahweh's high priest and enters the unfamiliar world of Yahweh's temple. Can her new husband show her the truth and love she craves? And can Jehosheba overcome her fear and save the family-and the nation-she loves? With deft skill, Mesu Andrews brings Old Testament passages to life, revealing a fascinating story of the power of unconditional love. About the Author Mesu grew up with a variegated Christian heritage. With grandparents from the Pilgrim Holiness, Nazarene, and Wesleyan Churches, her dad was a Quaker and mom charismatic. As you might imagine, God was a central figure in most family discussions, but theology was a battlefield and Scripture the weapon. As a rebellious teenager, Mesu rejected God and His Word, but discovered Jesus as a life-transforming Savior through the changed life of an old friend. The desire for God's Word exploded with her new commitment, but devotional time was scarce due to the demands of a young wife and mother. So Mesu scoured the only two theology books available--children's Bible stories and her Bible. The stories she read to her daughters at night pointed her to the Bible passages she studied all day. She became an avid student of God's Word, searching historical and cultural settings as well as ancient texts and original languages. Mesu and her husband Roy have raised those two daughters and now enjoy a tribe of grandkids, who get to hear those same Bible stories. Mesu's love for God's Word has never waned. She now writes biblical novels, rich with spiritual insight learned through fascinating discoveries in deep historical research. Her first novel, Love Amid the Ashes (Revell)--the story of Job and the women who loved him--won the 2012 ECPA Book of the Year in the Debut Author Category. Her subsequent novels have released with high praise, shedding light on some of the shadowy women of Scripture. Love's Sacred Song (Revell, 2012) tells the story of the beloved shepherdess in King Solomon's Song of Solomon. Love in a Broken Vessel (Revell, 2013) tells the story of Hosea and Gomer and is the final stand-alone novel in the Treasures of His Love Series. Her fourth novel, In the Shadow of Jezebel (Revell, 2014) tells the fascinating story of Queen Athaliah and the courageous Princess Jehosheba. The Treasures of the Nile series (Waterbrook/Multnomah, 2015-16) included The Pharaoh's Daughter and Miriam and spanned Moses' life from birth to the Exodus. Her 2017 release, Isaiah's Daughter (Waterbrook/Multnomah), explores the life and ministry of the prophet Isaiah and the tumultuous days of Judah under the reigns of Ahaz and Hezekiah but focuses on the woman Hephzibah--a fascinating character in Jewish legends. Mesu writes in their log cabin tucked away in the beautiful Appalachian Mountains. Her best friend is an American Staffordshire Terrier named Zeke, who keeps her company on long writing days. Zeke also enjoys watching movies, long walks in the woods, and sitting by the fireplace on rainy days. ReviewThe story:
In the Shadow of Jezebel by Mesu Andrews is a beautiful biblical fiction story of Sheba (Jehosheba), the granddaughter of Jezebel and Amariah, Yahweh’s high priest of the temple. It was a thrilling and enjoyable tread from the turn of every page. Readers will love how it shows the personality and strength of Sheba as she deals with her manipulative mother and the budding romance between her at first unwanted husband. This is a story that readers will be inspired by and will remember long after the last page is turned, or in this instance, the last word is spoken. Well researched, this story will touch readers deep in the soul as they relate to the characters in the story. A huge theme in this story is unconditional love, both between man and wife and between man and God. This is an excellent story that readers will not want to put down. The narrator: Narrator Lisa Larsen does an excellent job narrating the story. Her voice is soothing and just right for this biblical romance. She is a bit more monotone than some narrators, but it’s just right for the type of story she is narrating. Readers will be soothed and enjoy her take on the voicing of the story. Series: Treasure of His Love Genre: biblical, historical, romance, Christian Publisher: Revell Publication date: March 4, 2014 (print), January 2020 (audio via audiobooks.com) Number of pages: 412 Other books in the series: 2-Love’s Sacred Song 3-Love in a Broken Vessel 4-In the Shadow of Jezebel 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.  About the Book Drawing together the account of Job with those of Esau's tribe and Jacob's daughter Dinah, Love Amid the Ashes breathes life, romance, and passion into the classic biblical story of suffering and steadfast faith. Readers often think of Job sitting on the ash heap, his life in shambles. But how did he get there? What was Job's life like before tragedy struck? What did he think as his world came crashing down around him? And what was life like after God restored his wealth, health, and family? Through painstaking research and a writer's creative mind, Mesu Andrews weaves an emotional and stirring account of this well-known story told through the eyes of the women who loved him. Drawing together the account of Job with those of Esau's tribe and Jacob's daughter Dinah, Love Amid the Ashes breathes life, romance, and passion into the classic biblical story of suffering and steadfast faith. About the Author Mesu grew up with a variegated Christian heritage. With grandparents from the Pilgrim Holiness, Nazarene, and Wesleyan Churches, her dad was a Quaker and mom charismatic. As you might imagine, God was a central figure in most family discussions, but theology was a battlefield and Scripture the weapon. As a rebellious teenager, Mesu rejected God and His Word, but discovered Jesus as a life-transforming Savior through the changed life of an old friend. The desire for God's Word exploded with her new commitment, but devotional time was scarce due to the demands of a young wife and mother. So Mesu scoured the only two theology books available--children's Bible stories and her Bible. The stories she read to her daughters at night pointed her to the Bible passages she studied all day. She became an avid student of God's Word, searching historical and cultural settings as well as ancient texts and original languages. Mesu and her husband Roy have raised those two daughters and now enjoy a tribe of grandkids, who get to hear those same Bible stories. Mesu's love for God's Word has never waned. She now writes biblical novels, rich with spiritual insight learned through fascinating discoveries in deep historical research. Her first novel, Love Amid the Ashes (Revell)--the story of Job and the women who loved him--won the 2012 ECPA Book of the Year in the Debut Author Category. Her subsequent novels have released with high praise, shedding light on some of the shadowy women of Scripture. Love's Sacred Song (Revell, 2012) tells the story of the beloved shepherdess in King Solomon's Song of Solomon. Love in a Broken Vessel (Revell, 2013) tells the story of Hosea and Gomer and is the final stand-alone novel in the Treasures of His Love Series. Her fourth novel, In the Shadow of Jezebel (Revell, 2014) tells the fascinating story of Queen Athaliah and the courageous Princess Jehosheba. The Treasures of the Nile series (Waterbrook/Multnomah, 2015-16) included The Pharaoh's Daughter and Miriam and spanned Moses' life from birth to the Exodus. Her 2017 release, Isaiah's Daughter (Waterbrook/Multnomah), explores the life and ministry of the prophet Isaiah and the tumultuous days of Judah under the reigns of Ahaz and Hezekiah but focuses on the woman Hephzibah--a fascinating character in Jewish legends. Mesu writes in their log cabin tucked away in the beautiful Appalachian Mountains. Her best friend is an American Staffordshire Terrier named Zeke, who keeps her company on long writing days. Zeke also enjoys watching movies, long walks in the woods, and sitting by the fireplace on rainy days. ReviewThe story:
Love Amid the Ashes bye Mesu Andrews an ancient inspiring biblical story to life in a way readers can easily understand and relate to. While fictional on many levels, the author has obviously done her research as the story brings in truths from the scriptures. Readers will love this engaging story of not only loss, but also triumph and overcoming the hardships. It’s a beautifully written story that comes to life from the pages and will inspire readers in their own lives. The narrator: Narrator Lisa Larsen does an excellent job narrating the story. Her voice is soothing and just right for this biblical romance. She is a bit more monotone than some narrators, but it’s just right for the type of story she is narrating. Readers will be soothed and enjoy her take on the voicing of the story. Series: Treasure of His Love Genre: biblical, historical, romance, Christian Publisher: Revell Publication date: March 1, 2011 (print), Noveber 2019 (audio via audiobooks.com) Number of pages: 411 Other books in the series: 2-Love’s Sacred Song 3-Love in a Broken Vessel 4-In the Shadow of Jezebel 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. Releasing March 9...About the Book It was just one night at a Victorian B&B. Until they woke up in 1857. Collette Donaldson never should have taken her boyfriend to her cousin’s wedding. Or introduced him to her parents. After a disastrous weekend, all she wants is to get back home and sort out the mess that had once been their relationship. A heartbreaking fight, a flat tire, and an inconvenient storm force her and Seth to stay the night at a quaint bed and breakfast. But when Collette finds an antique photograph of herself, circumstances quickly shift from weird to unimaginable. Seth Stone was ready to propose. Now he isn’t sure if he and Collette even have a relationship. People he'd never want to be his in-laws, an irritable girlfriend, and now he has to spend the night in a creepy old Victorian inn. He should have never wondered how things could possibly get worse. When they wake up stranded on a wagon train in 1857, Seth is determined to get home. But the only way to get out of the past is to face the problems stealing their future. ★The Back Inn Time books are standalone Christian time travel romances and can be read in any order. Each book features new characters who travel to different eras throughout history. About the Author Winner of the 2012 RONE Best Inspirational Book of the year (2012) and author of six Historical novels, Stephenia H. McGee has a fascination with hoop skirts and ball gowns, Greek revival homes and horse-drawn carriages, quirky Southern sayings, and home-grown recipes. She currently lives in Mississippi with her husband and two boys, (accompanied by their two spoiled dogs and mischievous cat) where she writes stories of faith, redemption, and stories steeped in the South.
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