My Thoughts and More on Forgotten Identity by Penny Zeller

 

About the Book

 Book: Forgotten Identity

Author: Penny Zeller

Genre: Christian Romantic Suspense

Release date: January 14, 2024

Who is he really? And why is someone after him?

Mariah Holzman never imagined a whiteout blizzard would sever all communication from the outside world—communication desperately needed for the injured man Mariah finds near her home. Nor did she imagine helping nurse the man back to health would lead to threats and intimidation. As danger escalates and questions rise, Mariah is left to wonder what kind of person she has allowed into her home.

Grant MacGuire never imagined he would wake up one day in a strange cabin, surrounded by strange people, with no memory of who he is or how he was injured. Nor did he imagine his presence would put the lives of those who saved him in danger. As Grant struggles with distorted memories, he wonders if his life is worth the price the Holzman family is paying.

The growing attraction between Mariah and Grant is hindered by Grant’s unknown identity. Is Grant, as the family’s neighbor assumes, a criminal on the run from the law? Or is there more to his identity—and the reason he was attacked—than they realize?

 

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My Thoughts:

This is a suspense, thriller that is downright creepy to me. Mainly because it just happens to an ordinary family just living their life. Living in the mountains with only one close set of neighbors, Mariah, her mother, and her two children are ready to ride out the blizzard that is barreling down on them. She knows this is going to cut off communication with the outside world for a while. Nevertheless, they have prepared as much as possible. That is, she thought so.

When her dog gets out and leads her to a very beaten man on the verge of death, Mariah just cannot leave him there. Nursing him at their home, during the blizzard, Mariah and her mother hope that when he wakes from his severe injuries that he can answer who he is and what happened to him. Unfortunately, when George awakes, (the name the children lovingly call him), he does not remember anything. Now what? 

However, there are some rather rough looking people who keep knocking on their door looking for an injured man, for various reasons. Something out of a horror novel for me. I would have seriously been barricading my home and fortifying it. Anyway, the suspense amps up as every chapter ends. This is not a high chase one, this is a suspense with a family just living their everyday life and I think that is why it was so intense for me. Great read.

I was provided a copy of this novel from the author. I was not required to post a positive review, and all views and opinions are my own. 

About the Author

Penny Zeller is known for her heartfelt stories of faith-filled happily ever afters and her passion to impact lives for Christ through fiction. Her books feature tender romance, steady doses of humor, and memorable characters that stay with you long after the last page.

While she has had a love for writing since childhood, Penny began her adult writing career penning articles for national and regional publications on a wide variety of topics. Today Penny is a multi-published author of over two dozen books and is also a fitness instructor, loves the outdoors, and is a flower gardening addict. In her spare time, she enjoys camping, hiking, kayaking, biking, birdwatching, reading, running, and playing volleyball.

Penny resides with her husband and two daughters in small-town America and loves to connect with her readers.

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Hello, Reader!

Thank you so much for joining us for the Forgotten Identity blog tour. Enjoy the sneak peek into the book below.

Blessings,

Penny

Mariah bit back a sigh as they neared. While grateful Nosy stopped when he did, couldn’t the dog have chosen another place to investigate besides the ravine that could be deadly if someone mis-stepped and fell into it? At least the handful of boulders near its edge warned of the ravine’s proximity.

Nosy’s barking turned to a whine as he pawed at the snow.

No, not just the snow.

The snow covering a shoe protruding from behind a large boulder.

She reached for her son, Jordan, and slowed both of their paces even as her pulse quickened. Maybe the object just looked like a gray tennis shoe. Or maybe it was a shoe, but a discarded shoe Nosy found somewhere, brought home, and forgot about until now.

Still…

“Jordan, stay where you are, please.”

“Aww, Mom.” Despite his protest, Jordan did as she requested.

Mariah advanced. Better be safe than sorry, and on the one percent chance this wasn’t a shoe found, forgotten, and rediscovered by Nosy, Jordan did not need to see whatever, or whomever, was attached to the shoe.

“Mom?”

“Just a minute, Jordan.”

A few seconds later, she saw an image she’d not soon forget.

Partially obstructed by the boulders and surrounding dormant foliage, a man’s body lay face up in the snow, dangerously close to falling over the side of the ravine.

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Babbling Becky L’s Book Impressions, March 19

Madi’s Musings, March 19

Melissa’s Bookshelf, March 20

Pens Pages & Pulses, March 20

Debbie’s Dusty Deliberations, March 21

Stories By Gina, March 22 (Author Interview)

Mornings at Character Cafe, March 22

The Important Things in Life: God, Books, & Chocolate, March 23

Truth and Grace Homeschool Academy, March 24

Texas Book-aholic, March 25

Blogging With Carol, March 25

The Sacred Line, March 26

Locks, Hooks and Books, March 27

For Him and My Family, March 27

Leslie’s Library Escape, March 28

Book Reviews From an Avid Reader, March 29

Mary Hake, March 29

lakesidelivingsite, March 30

Cover Lover Book Review, March 31

Holly’s Book Corner, March 31

Happily Managing a Household of Boys, April 1

Pause for Tales, April 1

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My Thoughts and More on Kate Landry Has a Plan by Rebekah Millet

 

Welcome to the Takeover + Review Blitz for Kate Landry Has a Plan by Rebekah Millet hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

Title: Kate Landry Has a Plan 

Series: Beignets for Two #2 

Author: Rebekah Millet 

Publisher: Bethany House Publishers 

Release Date: March 18, 2025 

Genre: Contemporary Christian Romance 

Forty-year-old Kate Landry's carefully planned life has become as messy as the powdered sugar on her famous beignets. Juggling the responsibilities of running her café, raising her teenage niece, and the emotional baggage from her breakup, Kate finds her world once again turned upside down when her first-ever crush, Micah Guidry, returns to town as the hunky local librarian. 

As Kate struggles to implement her plans to expand her café amid the New Orleans Mardi Gras madness and the meddling of her conniving ex-fiancé, Micah becomes the unwitting hero of her misadventures, stirring up feelings she thought she'd long buried. How can falling in love in the Big Easy be this hard?

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About the Author

Rebekah Millet is a double Selah Award, Cascade Award, and ACFW First Impressions Award-winning author of contemporary Christian romance novels. A New Orleans native, she grew up on beignets and café au lait, and loves infusing her colorful culture into her stories. Her husband is an answer to prayer, who puts up with her rearranging furniture and being a serial plant killer. Her two sons keep her laughing and share in her love of desserts.

Connect with Rebekah by visiting RebekahMillet.com to follow her on social media or subscribe to email newsletter updates.

My Thoughts:

This was a fun, romantic story with deep issues but never lost the faith message. I really liked that this story, and Julia's story deals with couples in their 40's who have already lived a bit of life, which brought a maturity to their problem solving and faith.

Kate has a plan to purchase and expand her cafe, keeping her and her late sister's dream alive. Due to tragic circumstances, Kate is raising her thirteen-year-old niece while hanging up her happily ever after when her fiancé walked out on her those eleven years ago. Kate is not looking for love, but when the boy who first kissed her walks back into her life, she starts feeling tingles and butterflies, things she doesn't want to feel.

Micah is a fun guy, extremely romantic and his pursuit of Kate was so sweet and genuine. Their back and forth and the comical situations Kate finds herself in with him had me laughing out loud many times. And while this story has a lot of silliness it also has a lot of heart as well. 

Author Millet is quickly becoming one of my favorite authors with her mature characters and swoony moments and laugh out loud situations.

I was provided a copy of this novel from the author. I was not required to post a positive review, and all views and opinions are my own.

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(1) winner will receive a print copy of Julia Monroe Begins Again, Kate Landry Has a Plan, and a $20 Cafe du Monde gift certificate!

 

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My Thoughts on A Time of Proving by Alena Mentink

 

About:

She lost her family to tragedy. He lost his when he ran away. What will second chances cost them?

Miriam Locklin thought she could keep her family together, just as her deceased parents would have wished. But when she is banished to a small Midwestern town to live with an uncle she’s never met, she realizes the fight for her family may be harder than she ever imagined. And she has no one in the little town of Osceola to fight for her.

Determined to clear his name, Jase Hoffman returns to his hometown of Osceola to prove he’s not the villain everyone believes him to be. Facing the people he left behind is no easy task. When he unexpectedly meets Miriam—for the second time—he can’t help but be drawn to her. But his broken relationships prove he’s no good at family.

As their feelings for each other grow stronger, one man could destroy everything Jase and Miriam hold dear. Yet love is only true if it’s been tested…and the hardest test is yet to come.

A Time of Proving can be read as a standalone or as a continuation of the Home to Osceola series. Faith and danger mix on the Nebraska prairie, and characters discover the value of family ties and love. Fans of Lauraine Snelling and Tracie Peterson are sure to enjoy.

My Thoughts:

Family and coming home were the main themes in this story. Both of the main characters were longing for both, and both had been disappointed in the way life was treating them lately.

Miriam Locklin has one goal in mind, keep all of her siblings together. After the unexpected death of their parents, the Locklin siblings have been parceled out to other family members. Even Miriam and her twin brother are separated as he is out looking for work to try to get everyone back under the same roof. Not only that, but Miriam is also trying to get away from a persistent scoundrel who wants to marry her, who will just not leave her alone. And he is not above using force.

Jase Hoffman has a bad reputation due to unfortunate past circumstances. He is not necessarily all to blame, but the time has come for him to come home. However, his parents are worried about getting hurt again. He needs to prove himself to them.

Jase and Miriam are meant to be together. From the first when he saves her and especially since they keep ending up in the same places. They do fall for one another, but again, Miriam has only one goal in mind. She wants her siblings back together. Jase needs to prove to her that he is good with that. 

A Time of Proving is an apt title for this book. I really felt for Jase as he is trying to make something of his life. He is sorry for the past, he loves his family, and he loves Miriam. His proving gestures are so moving that I don't know how Miriam held out for so long. 

I was provided a copy of this novel from the author. I was not required to post a positive review, and all views and opinions are my own.

My Thoughts and More on Miss Wylde in the White City by Grace Hitchcock

 

About the Book

 

Book: Miss Wylde in the White City (The Heiresses of Adventure Book Two)

Author: Grace Hitchcock

Genre: Historical Romance True Crime

Release date: November 11, 2023

While attending the Chicago World’s Fair in 1893, Winnifred Wylde believes she witnessed a woman being kidnapped. She tries to convince her father, an inspector with the Chicago police, to look into reports of mysterious disappearances around the White City. Inspector Wylde tries to dismiss her claims as exaggeration of an overactive imagination, but he eventually concedes to letting her go undercover as secretary to the man in question—if she takes her pistol for protection and Jude Thorpe, a policeman, for bodyguard.

Will she be able to expose H. H. Holmes’s illicit activity, or will Winnifred become his next victim?

 

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My Thoughts:

This is a captivating story of a real-life crime shown through the eyes of fictional characters. A bit gothic in nature, the story is both terrifying and captivating. Winnie has been enjoying the Chicago Fair but not enjoying her aunt’s constant setting her up with different beaus. When she sees a suspicious kidnapping scene at the fair, she goes to her father who is the police chief to report it. However, due to a past false claim, her father allows her to continue her little investigation while not truly believing her. He does set her up with a police detective for a bodyguard, the newly arrived from New York Jude Thorpe.

I have heard of America’s first serial killer before, so this story was a little bit chilling one that had the characters looking over their shoulders frequently. There is also a “forbidden” romance storyline along with another suitor that I also really liked. Winnie is not a damsel in distress; she truly believes what she saw and goes on this investigation adventure to save other women. She has a good head on her shoulders and would make a good detective if women were allowed in that position in 1893. She is, though a bit innocent in how evil someone can truly be.

Jude is her knight in shining armor and the main person that takes her claims seriously. But Jude and Winnie are playing a dangerous game with a very evil person and their lives are in real danger. This is a story I have read previously under the title The White City. It was one of the ones that has made author Hitchcock a favorite.

I received a copy of this novel from the publisher. I was not required to post a positive review, and all views and opinions are my own. 

About the Author

Grace Hitchcock is the award-winning author of multiple his­torical novels and novellas, including the American Royalty, Best Laid Plans, and Aprons & Veils series. She holds a Master’s in Creative Writing and a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in History. Grace lives on the Northshore of New Orleans, with her husband, Dakota, sons, and daughter in a cottage that is always filled with the sounds of sweet little footsteps running at full speed. When not writing, or chasing babies, she’s baking something delightful and can usually be found with a book clutched in her fist.­­­­

 

 

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Q&A with Grace Hitchcock:

Q: Your historical novel Miss Wylde in the White City is a historical romance set against the true crime events at the Chicago World’s Fair. How difficult was it to create a “romance” novel that includes such horrific historical details?

Grace: It was challenging, but I wrote Winnifred’s story with the thought in mind of how I would have wanted to experience it as a reader. Many of the books I’ve read about Holmes are quite dark and rightly so; however, I decided that I didn’t want my story to show the gory details and chose to focus on the romance to offer the reader a much-needed break in the dark story matter.

Q: What research did you have to do to get the details right?

Grace: I read and listened to non-fiction works on H. H. Holmes, read countless articles online, researched the different newspaper articles of the time, mostly The Chicago Tribune,

and found the newspapers’ sketches of Holmes’ “Murder Castle” along with their statements. I also read non-fiction works on the Chicago world’s fair with many, many pictures and took walk-through tours of the fair online, which gave me a unique perspective of what the white city was like.

Q: Tell us about the characters you injected into the historical events. What about them made you want to tell their story?

Grace: I’ve always loved Jane Austen’s heroine from her satire of Gothic novels, Northanger Abbey, and with Catherine Morland in mind, I created Winnifred Wylde. My heroine’s love of books often gets her into trouble, but being the daughter of a police inspector, Winnie also has picked up a few things in listening to her father’s adventures and her natural sense of curiosity was just what I needed in a heroine to uncover Holmes’ sordid crimes.

I wanted Jude Thorpe to be a protector with a heart for justice, so the role of detective fit right into the story.

Percival Valentine was one of the characters who surprised me. Originally, I just had Percy as her favorite author, but then I thought, why not let her meet him and see what happens? He is one of my favorite characters and I hope to one day give him a story of his own.

Q: Fact vs Fiction – what (if any) historical details did you have to fiddle with to make the story work? 

Grace: Oddly enough, the newspapers at the time did not get the same layouts of the “Murder Castle” in their sketches, so I based the layout of Holmes’ castle mostly from The Chicago Tribune and got a little creative. The layout is mostly correct, but I took the liberty of adding a second trap door at a convenient location for the burning trunk scene. While Holmes did bring trunks up and down from attic to the basement, he never burned a trunk on the third floor because it would have left behind far too much evidence for a man who, up to this point, was experienced in covering his tracks.

Q: How does your faith impact how you approach writing fiction?

Grace: My heroines generally learn what I am learning at the time of writing the story. If I am holding on to a verse for something I am going through personally, I give it to my heroine and we walk through it together even in different situations (because obviously I’m not trapped in a burning building haha but the principle applies).

I see writing Christian fiction as an opportunity to show God’s light even in dark, difficult situations. No matter how subtle my theme or short the verses, my stories will always point the reader to the Lord.

Thank you for joining the fun for the Celebrate Lit tour! If you are a part of a book club, I have discussion questions here! Happy Reading, friends!

Blog Stops

Melissa’s Bookshelf, March 13

Pens Pages & Pulses, March 13

Debbie’s Dusty Deliberations, March 14

Allyson Jamison, March 14

Texas Book-aholic, March 15

lakesidelivingsite, March 16

Book Reviews From an Avid Reader, March 17

Locks, Hooks and Books, March 17

Devoted To Hope, March 18

Happily Managing a Household of Boys, March 18

Betti Mace, March 19

Truth and Grace Homeschool Academy, March 19

Bizwings Book Blog, March 20

Blogging With Carol, March 20

Lily’s Corner, March 21

Connie’s History Classroom, March 21

For Him and My Family, March 22

Mary Hake, March 22

Inspired by fiction, March 23

Holly’s Book Corner, March 23

Pause for Tales, March 24

Becca Hope: Book Obsessed, March 24

Leslie’s Library Escape, March 25

Cover Lover Book Review, March 25

Jodie Wolfe , March 26

Lights in a Dark World, March 26

Giveaway

To celebrate her tour, Grace is giving away the grand prize of a $20 gift card with FREE SHIPPING to Grace’s Autographed Bookshop!!

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My Thoughts and More on Redeeming Rupert by Susan Pope Sloan

 

About the Book

 Book: Redeeming Rupert

Author: Susan Pope Sloan

Genre: Christian Historical Romance

Release date: February 25, 2025

In the aftermath of the Civil War, a young woman’s fight to save her family’s legacy leads her to an unexpected alliance.

Hannah Whitfield has given up on her own dreams of love and marriage, dedicating herself wholly to her family’s welfare. But when a ruthless carpetbagger threatens to seize Whitfield Hall, Hannah’s last hope lies with the elusive trustee named in her late father’s will. Desperate to secure her brother’s inheritance, she steels herself to make the ultimate sacrifice.

Rupert McNeil, haunted by the loss of his loved ones, has vowed never to marry. Following in his uncle’s footsteps, he becomes the go-to person for those in need. When he inherits his uncle’s farm and the responsibility to help save Whitfield Hall, Rupert finds himself at a crossroads, torn between his own legacy and his duty to others.

As Hannah and Rupert’s paths intertwine, a marriage of convenience seems to be the answer to their problems. But with a scheming relative lurking in the shadows, will their newfound alliance be enough to safeguard both their inheritances? Can love blossom amidst the challenges they face, or will the wounds of the past prove too deep to overcome?

 

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My Thoughts:

What a pleasant surprise this was featuring one of my very favorite tropes. In the aftermath of the Civil War, Hannah Whitefield is trying to save her family home especially for her young brother. Hannah will do just about anything to hold onto it, including marrying a stranger if that is what it takes.

Rupert McNeil and his family have just buried his beloved uncle. Now the heir to his uncle's land, he finds out he might just have inherited a little bit more than what he was expecting. After a long journey, a beautiful young woman, Hannah, appears on his front porch with quite an offer.

Now Hannah and Rupert must navigate politics, evil machinations, and family dynamics to get what is promised and more importantly, what they need more. With the backdrop of the political drama of the times, Hannah and Rupert must be smart and more than that, can they love one another enough through the tough decisions that await.

I really liked the Biblical story that this one closely resembled. No spoilers here, but this was a good historical of two families trying to rebuild after the Civil War.

I was provided a copy of this novel from the publisher. I was not required to post a positive review, and all views and opinions are my own. 

About the Author

Born into a family of storytellers, Susan Pope Sloan published her first articles in high school and continued writing sporadically for decades. Retirement provided the time to focus on writing and indulge her avid interest in history. Her Civil War series begins (and ultimately ends) in her home state of Georgia with references to lesser-known events of that period. She and husband Ricky live near Columbus where she participates in Word Weavers, ACFW, and Toastmasters.

 

 

 

More from Susan

With Redeeming Rupert, I bring the series back close to where it started and closer to my hometown. This final book begins in 1866 with all the McNeil brothers picking up their lives after the Civil War. Rupert is the third son of John and Connie McNeil, introduced in previous books as a dependable helper. He is the opposite of older brother Simon, who was the impetuous, adventurous troublemaker in the family. In contrast, Rupert is a quiet, steady rule-follower who never gives his parents cause for concern.

When he inherits his Uncle Henry’s farm, Rupert is ready to settle into the peaceful life of a bachelor…until Hannah Whitfield shows up at his door and upsets all his plans.

For these Southerners, struggling to restore their homes and resume a sense of normalcy after the war, their family legacy is linked to the land. Both Rupert and Hannah consider it their richest inheritance and stand ready to defend it at all costs. But their marriage of convenience tests them in ways they never expected.

Blog Stops

Life on Chickadee Lane, March 18

Debbie’s Dusty Deliberations, March 19

Locks, Hooks and Books, March 20

Betti Mace, March 21

Stories By Gina, March 22 (Author Interview)

Texas Book-aholic, March 22

Truth and Grace Homeschool Academy, March 23

Pause for Tales, March 24

An Author’s Take, March 25

Happily Managing a Household of Boys, March 26

Artistic Nobody, March 27 (Author Interview)

Jeanette’s Thoughts, March 27

For Him and My Family, March 28

Cover Lover Book Review, March 29

Holly’s Book Corner, March 30

Guild Master, March 31 (Author Interview)

Giveaway

To celebrate her tour, Susan is giving away the grand prize of a $50 Amazon gift card!!

Be sure to comment on the blog stops for extra entries into the giveaway! Click the link below to enter.

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My Thoughts and More on Spark of the Revolution by Megan Soja

 

 

About the Book

Book: Spark of the Revolution

Author: Megan Soja

Genre: Christian Historical Romance

Release date: March 4, 2025

A spark ignites a flame that could burn down everything they hold dear.

Contrary to her name, Patience Abbott has long felt unsettled and anxious to leave behind her painful memories in England for a fresh start in America. But her new life isn’t quite what she expected, and as tension grows in her new home of Boston, so does the distance between Patience and her estranged father. So when Josiah Wagner walks into her life, it finally feels like she’s not alone. If only his patriotic leanings didn’t put him at odds with her father’s loyalties.

Josiah Wagner has spent his life yearning for a true home and family, something he works toward each day, forging tools as a blacksmith, and each night, forging plans with the Sons of Liberty. But when the destruction of tea in Boston Harbor lights the spark of the Revolution, Josiah finds himself drawn into its tumultuous wake, pulling the woman he loves along with him.

As tensions mount, will their search for belonging lead to each other, or will the obstacles between them be too great to overcome? In a land on the brink of war, can they find the home they seek in the One who calls them His own?

 

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My Thoughts:

I enjoy reading about the history of our country, the beginning rumblings of the colonies as they start to rebel against the mother country. This is a story that finds itself centered around the Boston Tea Party as two lonely hearts try to find their belonging.

After the death of her beloved mother, Patience, accompanied by her brother Will, cross the Atlantic Ocean to be with their father. A father that they have not seen much of for the past ten years due to his career. But now he has settled down in Boston and Patience hopes to not only make a new home there, but also become reacquainted with her father, to restore their relationship. Unfortunately, they have stepped into the brewing of unrest and her father has a huge surprise for them.

Josiah is a blacksmith who has lost his parents much too early. He is lonely as well, but he does find solace in the friendships he has made. However, he longs for a family of his own. It does not seem that a romance could happen with a loyalist daughter, but Patience has caught his eye. Can they risk love in a time of revolution? This was a great historical read showing the political environment and its impact on social life and how true love will find a way anyway. Looking forward to Will's story next.

I was provided a copy of this novel from the publisher. I was not required to post a positive review, and all views and opinions are my own. 

About the Author

Megan Soja is a multi-award-winning author who writes stories with strong faith, rich history, and sweet romance. She lives in western NY with her husband and two daughters and loves having adventures, both big and small, with her family. When she’s not writing, she enjoys reading, hiking, canoeing and kayaking, and playing French Horn.

 

 

 

More from Megan

I have a confession. When I was in school, I didn’t really enjoy history classes. That sounds awful coming from a writer of historical fiction, doesn’t it? But it’s true. The whole concept of memorizing dates and names and places just didn’t excite me.

And yet, I have loved reading historical fiction for as long as I can remember, and have always found living history museums fascinating. I think it’s because those things made history feel real and made me feel like I was part of it. They took me deeper, beyond a list of events and famous names, into the everyday lives of ordinary people who made a lasting impact, whether they realized it or not.

It was the stories of ordinary people doing extraordinary things that captured my attention when I began researching for Spark of the Revolution.

They were names most of us would never recognize. Ordinary people living ordinary lives, who stepped up one night to take part in something extraordinary. Who joined an event that would go on to impact history in ways few of them likely imagined.

Names like Sarah Bradlee Fulton, who has been credited with the idea of disguising men as Mohawks and helped her husband and brothers do just that. She later rallied women to care for wounded soldiers after the Battle of Bunker Hill and traveled across enemy lines to deliver an urgent message to General George Washington.

Or David Kinnson, a farmer from Maine who journeyed to Boston with the express purpose of destroying the tea. He went on to serve in multiple battles of both the Revolution and the War of 1812, was the father of twenty-two children, and lived to be one hundred and fifteen years old.

Or Samuel Sprague, who was on the way to visit the woman he loved when he saw what was happening at the harbor and decided to join. He climbed onto a rooftop to gather soot as a disguise. Don’t worry, he did later marry his sweetheart – Joannah Thayer – and they went on to have fourteen children together. Both lived to be ninety and are buried at the Central Burying Ground on Boston Common.

I was drawn in by these stories and so many others. They reminded me that each of us are living our own stories too. And while we may often feel ordinary, we are treasured and precious in the sight of God. He has a plan and purpose for every one of us, and whether or not our names are recorded or remembered in history, we are fully known by Him.

I hope you’ll see that message when you read Spark of the Revolution. One of purpose, of meaning in the midst of the ordinary, and of belonging to the God who is unchanging throughout all of time.

Blog Stops

Stories By Gina, March 20 (Author Interview)

Debbie’s Dusty Deliberations, March 20

Texas Book-aholic, March 21

Locks, Hooks and Books, March 22

Life on Chickadee Lane, March 23

Pause for Tales, March 23

Simple Harvest Reads, March 24 (Guest Review from Marilyn Ridgway)

Truth and Grace Homeschool Academy, March 25

Happily Managing a Household of Boys, March 26

Sylvan Musings, March 27

Pens Pages & Pulses, March 27

Books You Can Feel Good About, March 28

Connie’s History Classroom, March 29

For Him And My Family, March 30

Paula’s Pad of Inspiration, March 30

Cover Lover Book Review, March 31

Holly’s Book corner, April 1

Leslie’s Library Escape, April 2

Giveaway

To celebrate her tour, Megan is giving away the grand prize of a $50 Amazon gift card!!

Be sure to comment on the blog stops for extra entries into the giveaway! Click the link below to enter.

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My Thoughts on The Farmer's Marriage Bargain by Heidi Main

 

About:

They agreed to a practical marriage

But love never goes as planned…

Raising three children alone was never part of the plan, but after losing her husband, Emma Bailey is doing the best she can. Until she discovers that she can’t afford the medication her youngest child needs. Suddenly, her late husband’s best friend comes to the rescue. Carter McCaw promised he’d always watch over the family and the farm. But when he proposes a marriage of convenience, Emma’s not so sure. It seems like the perfect solution…until love blooms between them and complicates everything.

My Thoughts:

A marriage of convenience is my favorite trope. There is just something that is special when it is a modern day telling versus a historical or fantasy. Don't get me wrong, those are my favorites, but when an author can pull that trope off in a modern day setting and it fits, let me tell you I highly enjoy it.

Widow Emma is a single parent to her three-year-old triplets while trying to keep her and her late husband's goat farm operational and open. Unfortunately, one of her children is dealing with arthritis that needs a special medication to relieve symptoms and pain. Emma cannot afford the astronomical prices, and her insurance will not cover it.

In steps Carter who knows a thing or two about joint pain, and it just so happens his insurance will cover that expensive medication. He also is keeping an eye on Emma and her children as he was best friends with her husband. Now, the best plan they come up with between them is a marriage of convenience, a simple business arrangement between them. However, it is not so simple after all.

This was a great story that shows the merits of marriage, the walking with a partner for life in the way God intended. The sharing of trials and triumphs. Carter and Emma have a somewhat bumpy road to maneuver but their already friendship and unbeknownst to them, blooming love will see them through.

I was provided a copy of this novel by the author. I was not required to post a positive review, and all views and opinions are my own.