About the Book
When new lumberjack, Tom Jeffries, tells the camp cook, Jo Christy, that he’ll marry her if she can make a fruitcake, “as good as the one my mother makes,” she rises to the occasion. After all, he’s the handsomest, smartest, and strongest axman her camp-boss father has ever had in his camp—and the cockiest. And she intends to bring this lumberjack down a notch or three by refusing his proposal. The fruitcake wars are on!
About the Author
Former “Yooper” Carrie Fancett Pagels writes Christian historical romances about overcoming. She grew up in Upper Peninsula of Michigan, where many of her stories are set. Possessed with an overactive imagination, that wasn't "cured" by twenty-five years as a psychologist, she loves bringing characters to life. Carrie and her family reside in Virginia’s Historic Triangle, which is perfect for her fascination with history. Carrie enjoys reading, traveling,
baking, and beading—but not all at the same time!
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The Fruitcake Challenge is a fun, entertaining and inspirational well-written novel by Carrie Fancet Pagels. Full of characters that will have you laughing, as well as touch your heart, this story will leave readers appreciating Carrie’s writing style, as well as her inspiring story. It is book number three in the Christmas Traditions series and book number one in the Christy Lumber Camp series. I would recommend this novel to readers that enjoy a happy-inspiring holiday novel.
Series: The Christy Lumber Camp Series/Christmas Traditions Genre: holiday; Christmas; inspirational Publisher: Hearts Overcoming Press Publication date: September 9, 2014 Number of pages: 121 Other books in the series: The Christy Lumber Camp Series 2-The Lumberjacks’ Ball 3-Lilacs for Juliana Christmas Traditions 1-Handcarved Christmas by Cynthia Hickey 2-Sadie’s Gift by Niki Turner 4-Christmas Lessons by Patty Smith Hall 5-Apples for Christmas by Darlene Franklin 6-Nutcracker Christmas by Jennifer AlLee 7-Holly Daze by Gina Welborn Giveaway
A review copy of this novel was provided by the author, Carrie Francett Pagels and Carrie Fancett Pagels Pals - Readers/Reviewers/Influencers.
9/8/2015 10:59:08 am
Thanks for the post, Sydney! I hope your readers will enjoy the book!
Sydney @ Singing Librarian Books
9/9/2015 09:27:23 pm
You are very welcome, Carrie! I thoroughly enjoyed reading this novel! 9/9/2015 04:48:16 pm
I'm glad, Virginia, because I sure love writing them! There are three books, now, in this series, with the latest release "Lilacs for Juliana" out a couple of weeks ago! blessings!
Sydney @ Singing Librarian Books
9/9/2015 09:28:23 pm
Hi Virginia! Thanks for stopping by. This is a fun one! Good luck with the giveaway! :)
Susan Stitch
9/9/2015 03:36:22 pm
Love the concept of this book -- to try to 'win', then turn down the prize! I like this timeframe in history and can't imagine living in a lumberjack camp! Thanks for the review -- I'm very interested in this story! 9/9/2015 04:50:02 pm
I had SO MUCH FUN writing this story, Susan! This was unlike anything I'd written yet! My mom lived in a lumber camp as had my grandfather and my great-grandparents. I think it had its challenges--but also its joys! Blessings!
Sydney @ Singing Librarian Books
9/9/2015 09:30:05 pm
Susan, thanks so much for stopping by and entering the giveaway. :) I agree. I cannot imagine what it would be like to live in a lumberjack camp either. That is what stories and the imagination are for. Best of luck in the giveaway! :)
Ladette
9/10/2015 05:04:28 am
Tom sounds like my husband did when I first met him! lol I couldn't stand my husband... but now we've been married 20+ yrs. :) God has a funny sense of humor and this book sounds great!! Would love to win! 9/10/2015 06:04:18 pm
Tom Jeffries is very much like a certain Jeffrey I know, Ladette! So I can relate! But I liked Jeff right from the beginning unlike Jo and Tom! Best wishes!
Sydney @ Singing Librarian Books
9/16/2015 01:20:00 pm
Ladette, thanks for stopping by and for sharing your story about you and your husband. Best of luck in the giveaway! :) 9/10/2015 06:39:56 am
Congrats on being published Carrie! You may recognize my name, we were in the same crit group for a while about eight years ago. :) 9/10/2015 06:08:06 pm
TY! Very blessed to have a number of publications now, Suzanne! And looking forward to several more upcoming releases! Thanks for coming by!
Sydney @ Singing Librarian Books
9/16/2015 01:20:46 pm
Thanks for stopping by and commenting Suzanne. Good luck in the giveaway! 9/10/2015 12:03:44 pm
My great aunt ran a lumber camp in northern Minnesota during the Depression. Her husband was disabled, and Jess managed everything, even though she was just a tiny women among a tall forest of lumberjacks. I love the north woods, and I love the setting of this book! 9/10/2015 06:20:27 pm
Hey Sandy, I'd still encourage you to write this story! My grandfather also ran his camp, in Michigan, during the Great Depression. Thank God he had some kind of work he could do. I love the north woods and miss them greatly! Blessings!
Sydney @ Singing Librarian Books
9/16/2015 01:21:47 pm
Sandy, I agree with Carrie. You should share your story. Thanks for stopping by and entering the giveaway! Good luck!!
Brooke James
9/13/2015 09:10:08 pm
This book sounds so good! I love books when the girl is feisty and really shows the guy up.
Sydney @ Singing Librarian Books
9/16/2015 01:22:32 pm
Brooke, I totally agree. Haha. Thanks for stopping by and good luck in the giveaway!
Allison James
9/16/2015 01:38:36 pm
It looks like a good read! I love finding new books!
Sydney @ Singing Librarian Books
9/16/2015 01:39:21 pm
Finding new books and authors is always so much fun! :D Thanks for stopping by, Allison. Best of luck in the giveaway!
Nancy
9/17/2015 12:22:52 pm
Funny premise. Sounds like a good read.
Sydney @ Singing Librarian Books
9/21/2015 07:17:25 am
Hello, Nancy. It is a fun read. Thanks for stopping by. Best of luck in the giveaway! Comments are closed.
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