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  THE PURPLE NIGHTGOWN  (True Colors #10) by A.D. Lawrence When Health Is Corrupted by Wealth Step into True Colors -- a new series of Historical Stories of Romance and American Crime ​ Marvel at true but forgotten history when patients check into Linda Hazzard’s Washington state spa in 1912 and soon become victim of her twisted greed. Heiress Stella Burke is plagued by insincere suitors and nonstop headaches. Exhausting all other medical aides for her migraines, Stella reads Fasting for the Cure of Disease by Linda Hazzard and determines to go to the spa the author runs. Stella’s chauffer and long-time friend, Henry Clayton, is reluctant to leave her at the spa. Something doesn’t feel right to him, still Stella submits herself into Linda Hazzard’s care. Stella soon learns the spa has a dark side and Linda a mean streak. But when Stella has had enough, all ways to leave are suddenly blocked. Will Stella become a walking skeleton like many of the other patients or succumb to a ...

The Green Dress  by Liz Tolsma Fiction Based on Strange, But True, History True, riveting stories of American criminal activity are explored through a unique stories of historical romantic suspense. Collect them all and be inspired by the hope that always finds its way even in the darkest of times. When Harriet Peters came to Boston in 1882, the Robinson family took her in like one of their own, and Harriet became closer to Lizzie Robinson than her own siblings. Now, four years later, Lizzie is deathly sick, failing quickly just like several others in her family have done over the past few years. How can so many in one family die from the same mysterious illness? Harriet doesn’t have answers, but she is determined to help the family, bringing in a new-to-the-neighborhood doctor, Michael Wheaton.            As Harriet and Michael close in on the answer, putting their own lives at risk, can the cause be found before anyone else...

The Blizzard Bride (The Daughters of the Mayflower #11) by Susanne Dietze A Blizzard Changes Everything Abigail Bracey arrives in Nebraska in January 1888 to teach school…and to execute a task for the government: to identify a student as the hidden son of a murderous counterfeiter—the man who killed her father. Agent Dashiell Lassiter doesn’t want his childhood sweetheart Abby on this dangerous job, especially when he learns the counterfeiter is now searching for his son, too, and he’ll destroy anyone in his way. Now Dash must follow Abby to Nebraska to protect her…if she’ll let him within two feet of her. She’s still angry he didn’t fight to marry her six years ago, and he never told her the real reason he left her. All Dash wants is to protect Abby, but when a horrifying blizzard sweeps over them, can Abby and Dash set aside the pain from their pasts and work together to catch a counterfeiter and protect his son—if they survive the storm? MY REVIEW: 5 Stars:  5/5 Star R...

Daily Wisdom for Women  2020 Devotional Collection I Am a New Creation in Christ Compiled by Barbour Staff You Are a Woman of God. And He Is Making You New Every Day, Blessed One! Women will find comfort, challenge, and their spirits encouraged as they experience an intimate connection with their Savior all 365 days of the year. This brand-new 2020 daily devotional focuses on the theme of  transformation . Every day for an entire year, you will be encouraged by scriptures, devotional readings, and prayers that celebrate being made new creations in Christ; becoming more like Him in our thoughts, actions, and attitude; that He makes all things new; the transforming power of prayer; how God can transform situations according to His plan; and how to cultivate courage as God continues to change the world according to His will. In these pages you'll find comfort, inspiration, and spiritual blessing as you grow in your faith all 365 days of the year. Therefore, if anyone is in ...

The Gray Chamber by Grace Hitchcock Step into True Colors -- a new series of Historical Stories of Romance and American Crime Will Edyth prove her sanity before it is too late? On Blackwell Island, New York, a hospital was built to keep its patients from ever leaving. With her late father’s fortune under her uncle’s care until her twenty-fifth birthday in the year 1887, Edyth Foster does not feel pressured to marry or to bow to society’s demands. She freely indulges in eccentric hobbies like fencing and riding her velocipede in her cycling costume about the city for all to see. Finding a loophole in the will, though, her uncle whisks Edyth off to the women’s lunatic asylum just weeks before her birthday. Do any of Edyth’s friends care that she disappeared? At the asylum she meets another inmate, who upon discovering Edyth’s plight, confesses that she is Nellie Bly, an undercover journalist for The World. Will either woman find a way to leave the terrifying island and reclaim her t...

Book Description: 3-Minute Inspiration from Million-Selling Women’s Devotional Celebrating the 50th anniversary of Frances J. Roberts’s million-selling devotional,  Come Away My Beloved , here’s a collection of 3-Minute Devotions that pack a powerful dose of comfort, encouragement, and inspiration. Each 3-minute reading will speak to your heart and challenge you on a deep level with titles like: The Call of Love The Need for Greater Faith On the Waters of Sorrow Return Unto Me One Day at a Time MY BOOK REVIEW: 4 Stars:  4/5 Star Rating This is the perfect devotional for today's fast-paced society.  It is short, sweet, and to-the-point.  Each reading contains a scripture verse and a short reflection that applies to the life of today's woman.  The reflections are relevant and helpful.   I received a digital ARC of this book from netgalley and Barbour Books in exchange for my honest review.  I was not required to write a positive re...

ODD(LY) ENOUGH 3-Minute Devotions To Passionately Pursuing Your Purpose by Carolanne Miljavac 3 Minutes Well-Spent. . .with CA Miljavac You'll discover the message your uncertain, hurting heart needs to hear in  Odd(ly) Enough: 3-Minute Devotions to Passionately Pursuing Your Purpose.  180 uplifting devotions from social media star CA Miljavac pack a powerful dose of comfort, encouragement, and inspiration into just-right-sized readings, perfect for your busy schedule. Minute 1: meditate on a brief scripture selection Minute 2: read a short devotional Minute 3: say a prayer and begin a conversation with God. Each day’s reading will meet you right where you are and is the ideal way for you to begin or end your day.  No matter what your day brings, this just-right-sized inspiration from CA Miljavac is exactly what your heart needs today. MY BOOK REVIEW: 4 Stars:  4/5 star rating This makes a nice quick devotional as a way to start the day with God or clos...

Power Prayers Devotional  by Anita C. Donihue Scripture encourages us to “come boldly unto the throne of grace” (Hebrews 4:16)—and this  Power Prayers Devotional  will help with 180 inspiring prayer starters. By beloved author Anita Corrine Donihue—whose When I’m on My Knees series sold well over a million copies—these powerful meditations encourage women of all ages and backgrounds to approach God in intimate, joyful, confident prayer. Whenever you say, “Here I am, Lord,” He is thrilled to listen to your deepest hopes and fears. The  Power Prayers Devotional  will start you on a journey of truer, deeper, more effective communion with the Lord who loves you with an everlasting love. MY BOOK REVIEW:              5 Stars:     5/5 Stars         I love this book!  It is highly inspirational and makes a great devotional book.  It includes a personal reflection, prayer, and ...

The 5-Minute Bible Study for the Anxious Heart by Janice Thompson Book Description: Allow God’s Word to Soothe Your Anxious Spirit Whether you’re a worrier by nature or in a season of anxiety, this book provides simple tools for you to open the Bible regularly and dig into God's Word—even if you only have five minutes! Minutes 1–2:  Read   a few verses pulled from a lengthier passage. If time allows, read the full passage listed for you in each Bible study. Minute 3:  Understand   . Ponder thoughtful questions designed to help you apply the verses from the Bible to your own life. Consider these throughout your day as well. Minute 4:  Apply   . Read a brief devotion based on the scripture you read. Think about what you are learning and how you can apply the scriptural truths to your own life. Minute 5:  Pray   . A prayer starter will help you to begin a time of conversation with God. The 5-Minute Bible Study for the Anxious Heart ...

3-Minute Devotions from the Proverbs (Wisdom for Women) by Rebecca Currington & MariLee Parrish Got 3 minutes to spare? You’ll find the spiritual pick-me-up you desire in  3-Minute Devotions from the Proverbs: Wisdom for Women .  Written especially for the twenty-first-century woman, this delightful devotional packs a powerful dose of comfort, encouragement, and inspiration into just-right-sized readings for women on the go. Minute 1: scripture to meditate on; Minute 2: a short devotional reading; Minute 3: a prayer to jump-start a conversation with God. This portable package makes a fabulous any-occasion gift for every woman. MY BOOK REVIEW:   I am loving this devotional!  If you can spare 3-minutes per day, you will reap the benefits of a scripture verse from the book of Proverbs, a short devotional based on that verse, and a prayer to apply the truths learned in the two.   The devotionals are easily applied to daily ...

LOVE'S STORY by Dianne Christner (Bonus story "Strong as the Redwood" by Kristin Billerbeck) Book Description: Rediscover this classic romance from bestselling author Dianne Christner. Take the journey with Meredith Mears from New York City to a primitive town in the redwood forests of northern California. As a female journalist for  McClures Magazine  in 1899, Meredith has something to prove with her big story on forest conservation. But when her research leads her to logger Thatcher Talbot—a man with something to hide—will she be forced to choose between her story and her heart? Also included is a bonus historical romance from author Kristin Billerbeck. MY REVIEW:  What a fun book for a delightful afternoon or evening of enjoyment.  Readers will find this especially sweet book and bonus short story.  Grab a cup of hot tea, embrace the fragrance and sit back for a time of peace and quiet.   Readers who delight in love stories will...

A Plain & Sweet Christmas Romance Collection by  Jerry S. Eicher, Lauralee Bliss , Ramona K. Cecil,  Dianne Christner,  Melanie Dobson, Olivia Newport, Claire Sanders, Anna Schmidt ,  & Rachael O. Phillips   Enjoy a simple Christmas, sweetened by love, in historical communities of plain faith people. Four romances develop among the Ohio River Valley Quakers of the mid-1800s. Two Mennonite couples face influences from outside their old traditions. Two Amish couples from the early 1900s are affected by world events. And in an Amana community, childhood sweethearts are reunited. Each story also includes a recipe for a sweet traditional treat. MY REVIEW:  Christmas traditions are so important and while the various plain religious sects celebrate in a different way, they are equally interesting.  This novella collection explores the Christmas traditions of the Amana, Quakers, Amish and Mennonites.  Add a bit of romance,...

The Barbour Bible Study Companion: Easy-to-Understand Study Notes for Genesis–Revelation Book Review by Christopher D. Hudson Do Bible commentaries seem huge and daunting? They don’t have to be! The Barbour Bible Study Companion addresses key passages of scripture in a simple, easy-to-use (and understand!) format. With nearly 6,500 notes, covering verses and passages from Genesis through Revelation, this commentary is concise and accessible—perfect for the non-scholar. Introductions to each of the Bible’s 66 books provide additional background and insight. Ideal for personal Bible study or for Sunday school or small group preparation, The Barbour Bible Study Companion is usable with any Bible translation. MY REVIEW:  This is the perfect study guide for those who are not scholars of the Bible.  I had been looking for a Bible Commentary and this one is perfect for me.  It is easy to understand and contains vocabulary appropriate to those with a high-school edu...

Where the Heart Is Romance Collection Love Is a Journey in Nine Historical Novellas by  Andrea Boeshaar, Carol Cox, Rhonda Gibson, Sally Laity, Jane LaMunyon, Claire Sanders, Pamela Kaye Tracy, & Erica Vetsch BOOK DESCRIPTION:  Journey along with nine women who find themselves on the move out of their comfortable lives and into the unknown as they set up new homes, take on new jobs, seek out loved ones, and encounter romance. Will their faith endure the hardships, and will love form when life is in transition? Written by nine inspirational romance authors who have a passion for American history and faith. Novella's included in collection: Where the Heart Is by Sally Laity--Pennsylvania, 1860 The Midwife's Apprentice by Rhonda Gibson--Summer, 1860, Oregon Trail Murder or Matrimony by Pamela Kaye Tracey--Oregon Trail Bride in the Valley by Andrea Boeshaar--Oregon Trail New Garden's Inspiration by Claire Sanders--Wayne County, Indiana, August 1861 ...