About the Books in the SeriesUnique Series Brings Faith, Romance, and AdventureSpeculative series weaves historical fiction and a tangible spiritual thread with action and romance! Book 1: Washed Under the Waves (March 6, 2018) A hidden island. A prince in disguise…and a lady torn between love and duty. Lady Tayte Bashan never desired the distinctive black hair that marks her as Undae royalty, but when her family perishes in a devastating tsunami, the burden of leadership falls upon her young shoulders. Even as she prepares her island for the prophesied prince, she fears the duty to marry him is truly meant for another. Dispatched by the King to an island untouched by the outside world for centuries, Prince Geoffrey Athan D’Ambrose must lead its people to the ultimate truth. But how is he supposed to win the heart of Undae’s princess when the King sends him disguised as a tutor? Betrayal stirs within Castle Bashan, a threat as deadly as the rising wave. Now Tayte and Athan must brave the maelstrom or watch as the entire island succumbs to treachery’s destructive tide. Book 2: The Fire Starter (April 10, 2018) A secluded island. A fiery princess…and a translator with a smoldering mission. Princess Amaryllis Filippopoulos will not wed. The rightful heir, she will not succumb to her father’s absurd plot to marry her to an off-island prince and forfeit her rule. When a proxy wedding creates a sham of a marriage and battle erupts over the bride, will she sacrifice her purpose in order to save her island? Prince Valryan Molan is sent by the King to translate the island's scrolls…and to marry its princess. The High Lord of Celosia may have handed Valaryn the key to his kingdom, but she’s as pliable as iron. When strangers with illegal fire weapons threaten Celosia, Valryan and Amaryllis must face a combustible choice. Will the heat fuse them together or blow them apart? Book 3: From the Frozen Depths (May 8, 2018) An island at war. A determined commander…and a princess frozen in frustration. Padar Lacer receives a chilly reception on the island of Dharani, home to a people solidified in their beliefs of caste and karma. Upon her arrival, Padar agrees to treat a dying soldier, but when she discovers it requires more than her medical training, can she do the unimaginable to save his life? Jym Fountayn wants to stop the war at all costs, even using a foreign princess to further his cause. After all, he warned her from the beginning that he was no prince. But when Padar's talk of a King who melts icy hearts ignites the entire island, Jym begins to wish he was the chosen prince and not just a warrior destined to kill or be killed. When hidden motives escalate the civil war, Jym and Padar must thaw the frozen thinking of generations to reunite the families of Dharani under the King of kings. Book 4: Dealing in Shadows (June 12, 2018) An imprisoned island. A desperate leader…and a prince gambling on faith. Since her parents' courageous sacrifice, Kylie Laperouse leads a band of rebels in the underground tunnels of Karoo. She lives to free prisoners from the governor's systematic slavery and to protect them from the island's dragon. Prince Mitchell Chifley Monroe eagerly embraces his mission to Karoo, but he'd rather forgo pursuing a princess. As he uncovers the island's secrets, he finds more than the penitentiary keeping its inhabitants cowering in the shadows. When darkness deals a fatal hand, Kylie and Mitch must trounce the true enemy enslaving Karoo and play their final ace—shining the King's Light into generations blinded by fear. Book 5: Lost in Beauty (July 10, 2018) Full book description to be announced... About the Author Gloria Clover, Christ-follower and Truth-seeker, writes romantic fiction with the hope of showing God’s love and our need in both humorous and haunting ways. The Children of the King series is her first endeavor into speculative fiction, a series set in the future when the King sends out his children to reclaim his lost lands. Gloria’s contemporary romances, published by Barbour Books and Son-Rise Publications, include: The Remaking of Moe McKenna in the Race to the Altar anthology, Brianna’s Pardon, and Tangled Truths. She compiled ten volumes of Penned From the Heart and wrote a short devotional, Who We Are in Christ, A to Z. She is a member of Emmanuel Christian Church, active in prayer ministry, women’s ministries, American Heritage Girls, and various other projects. She participates in writing/book days at local schools and enjoys giving and receiving from her various writing critique groups. She is a member of American Christian Fiction Writers, participating in the ACFW book club and prayer loops. Married with child, she writes from her little white box in western PA. Visit her at www.gloriaclover.com & check out the books here: https://www.bythevinepress.com/genre/fantasy. And now for the cover reveal...Aren't these covers eye catching?
What do you think of the book descriptions and book covers? Would you be interested in reading these? About the BookCelebrate the joyful hope of the Christmas season as characters find healing in the midst of heartbreak. Christmas in Blue In the wake of a personal loss deeper than anyone realizes, Angela plans to bypass as much of the season as possible and get through her duties as the church organist by going on autopilot. Instead, she finds herself in charge of the town’s celebration. After a mysterious young man arrives, townspeople suspect he is the reason that one set of plans after another disintegrate until little is left of their traditions. Yet Angela warms to Gabe because she suspects they share a secret—his real reason for coming to town. Even when all they have to work with is a garish supply of blue Christmas decorations, Gabe helps Angela discover the hidden beauty of hope. Christmas in Gold After eighty years, change is nothing new for Astrid. By the time she was twenty, she survived the destructive Nazi regime, caring for her family under brutal circumstances, moving to America, and losing her husband. At forty she was widowed again and left to build a new life with her children. Now, when she faces a move into an assisted living community and meets a young woman on the brink of despair, she resolves to stir up hope through tragedy one more time. About the AuthorOlivia Newport's novels twist through time to find where faith and passions meet. She chases joy in Colorado, where daylilies grow as tall as she is. Her husband and two twenty-something children provide welcome distraction from the people stomping through her head on their way into her books. ReviewAuthor Olivia Newport has written two beautiful, sweet, tender, and touching stories, Christmas in Gold and Christmas in Blue, in her Christmas book Colors of Christmas. These two stories will capture the heart of readers as they bring to light the hardships of life changes, but the joy this can also bring. Especially with the Christmas holidays just around the corner. Newport has written heart-rending stories that readers will relate to, as well as be inspired by. Readers of contemporary and holiday fiction will enjoy these stories.
Genre: holiday, Christmas, contemporary, Christian Publisher: Shiloh Run Press Publication date: October 1, 2017 Number of pages: 320 A review copy of this book was provided by Barbour. A review was not required and all views and opinions expressed are my own. via Hoarding Books Grab the book nearest to you and leave a comment with the first line! Today I am going to post a line from The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows. My First Line: Or should I say the first letter in the book... What are you reading? What is your first line?
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Lady Cora Winfield’s life has always gone according to plan–her mother’s plan. So when she meets the dark Duke of Blackdell, Cora is fascinated. Knowing his dangerous reputation, Cora’s mother flatly forbids the match, and the duke decides to take matters into his own hands. Kidnapped and facing a scandal, Lady Cora must now decide whether love will be her downfall or the beginning of a new plan, one she never dreamed possible.
Set in the stormy summer of 1816, this Regency romance is a retelling of the myth of Hades and Persephone. Pre-novellaAbout the Author
Rebecca J. Greenwood is an author, artist, and designer with a love of stories, especially Regency romances. She grew up in Texas as the oldest of six, and studied visual art with a music minor at Brigham Young University. Rebecca lives in Utah with her husband, where she listens to audiobooks, cooks experimentally, has an interest in alternative health, and constantly has a new project in mind. Visit rebeccajgreenwood.com to experience more of her art, writing, and upcoming projects.
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Review
Readers will immediately fall in love with Rebecca J. Greenwood’s novel The Darkest Summer. This is a sweet regency era romance filled with adventure, danger, and excitement, as well as fun and delightfully charming characters. Although the story starts out a little slow, readers will not be disappointed as they keep reading and become enchanted and enthralled with it all. With a kidnapping and an affectionate romance, readers will thoroughly enjoy the development of the relationship between Adam and Cora the two main characters. This is a novel that will definitely capture the attention of readers, especially those that enjoy historical romance with a bit of an escapade!
Genre: historical, romance Publisher: Sweetwater Books a division of Cedar Fort Publication date: November 14, 2017 Number of pages: 294 A review copy of this book was provided by Cedar Fort. A review was not required and all views and opinions expressed are my own. GiveawayGoodreads Giveaway
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Genre: historical, romance Publisher: Sweetwater Books a division of Cedar Fort Publication date: November 14, 2017 Number of pages: A little over 100 A review copy of this book was provided by the author. A review was not required and all views and opinions expressed are my own. About the Book
After years spent fighting alongside King Richard in the crusades, Lord Edmund of Hawksford is finally returning to his ancestral home. But far from a joyful reunion, what awaits him is devastation. His elder brother is dead, killed in a tragic fire at Hawksford Castle—and the title of duke now falls to Edmund.
When he strives to rebuild the fire-scarred castle, Edmund learns that his was not the only life the fire shattered: his childhood friend Lady Phillipa survived the flames that took Edmund’s brother, but badly burned, she has hidden herself away from those she loves. Yet as the pair renews their acquaintance, they find that their affection runs deep—perhaps even deeper than they’d ever realized. As Edmund and Pippa begin to question whether the fire was truly an accident, they must discover the truth of the past before they can plan for their future. While coming perilously close to the answers they seek, Edmund and Pippa find themselves at the mercy of a dangerous foe who will stop at nothing to lay claim on Hawksford—and he will destroy any who stand in his way. About the Author
Sian Ann Bessey was born in Cambridge, England, and grew up on the island of Anglesey off the north coast of Wales. She left Wales to attend Brigham Young University and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in communications.
Traveling has given Sian a deep appreciation for a world full of diverse cultures. Through her writing, she introduces her readers to some of the places she has come to love— especially her Welsh homeland. Sian is the author of several LDS novels and children’s books. She has also written articles for the New Era, Ensign, andLiahona magazines. She and her husband, Kent, currently reside in Rexburg, Idaho. They are the parents of five children and the grandparents of two beautiful little girls and one handsome little boy. Review
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Not all of war’s destruction takes place on the battlefield.
Violet’s heart flutters from the scarlet fever she survived as a child, and it beats faster at the sight of John Smith, the man she plans to marry. America is entrenched in WWII, and when John enlists, Violet is certain she won’t ever forgive him for dashing their dreams. As the realities of war slowly overtake her life, Violet’s days are filled with uncertainty and grief. She struggles to maintain her faith in John, as the world as she knows it, crumbles. Becoming Mrs. Smith is the inspiring, and at times, heartbreaking story of a woman’s struggle to reclaim what she lost. War stole the man she loves, and childhood illness weakened her heart—perhaps beyond repair. While guns rage in Europe, the war Violet faces at home may be even more devastating. About the Author
A writer from a young age, Tanya E Williams loves to help a reader get lost in another time, another place through the magic of books. History continues to inspire her stories and her insightfulness into the human condition deepens her character’s experiences and propels them on their journey. Ms. Williams’ favourite tales, speak to the reader’s heart, making them smile, laugh, cry, and think.
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Sometimes the hardest battles are not fought on a battle field, but instead are fought in the struggles of our own lives. This story goes through the life of a young girl with an illness at the age of eleven that she miraculously survives but weakens her heart. It is about a childhood friendship and eventually love; it is about the horrors of WWII and the horrors and battles fought in the lives of the struggling people. Although the story starts out a little slow, author Tanya W. Williams has written an enjoyable, historical novella that is a great beginning to a new series. Readers will definitely want to pick up this lovely read!
Genre: historical, short story, novella Publisher: Rippling Effects Writing & Photography Publication date: October 10, 2017 Number of pages: 110 A review copy of this book was provided by Historical Fiction Virtual Book Tours. A review was not required and all views and opinions expressed are my own. Giveaway
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About the BooksVanishing Point by Lisa Harris
During Garrett Addison's first week on the job as a criminal investigator for the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, his team is called out to a murder scene of a young girl. She's the third victim in a string of disappearances with one thing in common--a Polaroid photo of each victim left behind at the crime scene.
The FBI is pulled into the case to help, and Garrett finds himself working with Special Agent Jordan Lambert, the woman he once loved. When yet another girl dies--number six--Garrett blames himself and believes he doesn't have what it takes to be an agent. What he'll discover is that, while he may be done with the killer, the killer is not done with him--or Jordan. Bestselling and award-winning author Lisa Harris unveils an unforgettable story of a case that has haunted the public and law enforcement for more than a decade. Fans of the Nikki Boyd Files will thrill to finally discover what actually happened to Nikki's sister, Sarah. New readers will become instant fans after devouring this chilling tale. Renegades by Thomas Locke
Twins Sean and Dillon are using their transit abilities for good--but not everyone sees it that way. Arrested and imprisoned by a clandestine group within the highest reaches of the Human Assembly, Sean and Dillon are forced to choose sides between those who wish to serve and those who seek to rule.
At the same time within a distant outpost system, a young soldier is coming into his own. Logan has known since childhood that he possessed a special ability--a distinct form of transiting called ghost-walking. Though ghost-walking has been outlawed for centuries, Logan is secretly drawing together a crew for a risky quest. The fates of these three young men will lead them, along with the entire Assembly, to the brink of destruction in this inventive tale of adventure, honor, and the things worth fighting for. GiveawayHometown Girl by Courntey Walsh -- Review
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About the BookBeth Whitaker isn’t supposed to be a small-town girl. She’s always dreamed of leaving Willow Grove, Illinois, for the big city, but she feels trapped, struggling to make up for a mistake that’s haunted her for years. Just when Beth is finally ready to break free, her sister impulsively buys a beloved but run-down farm on the outskirts of town, and she begs Beth to help with the restoration. Reluctantly, Beth agrees to help—and puts her own dreams on hold once again. Drew Barlow hasn’t been back to Fairwind Farm since he was a boy, and he’s spent all these years trying to outrun the pain of a past he thought he buried long ago. When he learns that the owner has passed away, his heart knows it’s finally time to do the right thing. Returning to Willow Grove, Drew revisits the old farm, where he attempts to piece together his memories and the puzzle of the crime he witnessed so long ago. Both on a journey to find peace, Beth and Drew are surprised when they begin to experience a restoration of their own. But when long-buried secrets break through the soil and the truth unfurls, will it threaten their budding relationship—and the very future of the farm? About the AuthorCourtney Walsh is a novelist, artist, theater director, and playwright. Change of Heart is her fifth novel and is set in the same town as Paper Hearts. Her debut novel, A Sweethaven Summer, hit the New York Times and USA Today e-book bestseller lists and was a Carol Award finalist in the debut author category. She has written two additional books in the Sweethaven series, as well as two craft books and several full-length musicals. Courtney lives in Illinois where she and her husband own a performing and visual arts studio. They have three children. ReviewCourtney Walsh does not disappoint. And her novel Hometown Girl is no exception. This is a beautiful and inspirational story, filled with family, friends, a giving community, and romance! This story is filled with an unlikely friendship and love, as well as a touch of mystery that will leave readers wondering what will happen next. Walsh does an excellent job of pulling her readers in and keeping their attention throughout the entire story. This is a delightful “hometown” story that readers will not want to miss!
Genre: contemporary, romance Publisher: Waterfall Press Publication date: September 19, 2017 Number of pages: 382 A copy of this book was purchased for review. A review was not required and all views and opinions expressed are my own. About the Book
The southern town of Saisons lies at the crossroads between North and South, progressive and genteel antebellum life. Between East and West, between history and heritage, and new frontiers. Downton Abbey meets Gone With the Wind.
It’s 1912, in a world where slavery is dying and women’s rights are rising, and four young women who once shared a bond—and experienced a tragedy—question their own truths. Scarlett was the shrinking violet in the group. Faithful to her friends, and hiding secrets of her own. When Mercedes steps in to rescue her, she unknowlingly plucks the thread that unravels Scarlett’s whole world. But as Scarlett strives to hold fast to what is familiar the fabric of her life continues to come undone and secrets that are best kept hidden are exposed. About the Author
I’ve always had voices—er, stories in my head. I once said I should write them all down so someone could write them someday. I had no idea at the time that someone was me!
I have been writing since 1995, and began working in earnest on my debut novel, Tessa in 2013. Meanwhile, I cranked out a few dozen poems, made countless notes for story ideas, and earned my BFA in Interior Design. I lived with depression for many years, and the inherent feelings of worthlessness and invisibility; I didn’t want to be who I was and struggled with my own identity for many years. My characters face many of these same demons. I write stories of identity conflict. My characters encounter situations that force the question, “Who am I really?” For all who have ever wondered who you are or why you’re here, my stories will touch you in a very real—maybe too real—and a very deep way. I know, I write from experience. Author Interview
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