Review: Love Story

Love Story: The Hand that Holds Us From the Garden to the Gate by Nichole Nordeman

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


Based on the #1-selling Christian album The Story (EMI/WOW), lyricist and Grammy-nominated artist Nichole Nordeman helps readers embrace God’s relentless, loving pursuit of the most weak and sinful among us from the beginning of time.

-- My thoughts. I love Nichole's music. So, when I heard she had a book coming out, I squealed with delight! Each chapter she discusses someone from the Bible, and ends with a verse from a song. She talks about something personal from her life. Then we go a bit deeper into the Bible. You will not want to do anything else once you pick up this book, so beware!

I think this book was way too short! I couldn't get enough and I really enjoyed Nichole's thoughts and I agree, people that find Jesus later in life almost treasure Him more than people that go to church their whole lives.

You, like myself, will want Nichole to write more! I am eagerly and patiently awaiting the next one (hoping) anyway!! I received this book from the Goodreads first reads program!



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Review: The Power of Being Thankful

The Power of Being Thankful: 365 Devotions for Discovering the Strength of Gratitude by Joyce Meyer

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


New York Times bestselling author Joyce Meyer believes that giving thanks to God daily will positively impact our lives. When we pause to acknowledge His blessings it restores us to a state of spiritual peace.


In this 365 day devotional, Joyce offers an inspiring message that will spark an attitude of gratitude in our hearts. Through uplifting Scripture, she illustrates God's never-ending love, inexhaustible grace, and always-accessible presence in our lives. As we develop a renewed outlook, we will better recognize and be further blessed by God's abundant goodness.
Each devotion will also include a prayer of thanks, so that we may begin every day ready to receive the transforming power of a thankful heart.

-- My thoughts. We all need this EVERY day. Not just on Thanksgiving. If we focused every single day on what we were thankful for, instead of the negative, what positivity would come from your life! Your choice! You make it every single day. Today's devotion, confidence and negativity do not mix, like oil and water. She is so right. Every day, the devotions are not long. Just 5 minutes people. That is just something to chew on all day long, great way to start your day off.

Like she says, whether you want to look at things through God's eyes, or Satan's, you make the choice. Gratitude. Choose it. Every. Single. Day.

I received this book in the from the publisher from the Goodreads first reads program.



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Review: The Christmas Cat

The Christmas Cat by Melody Carlson

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


After years abroad, Garrison Brown returns home to Vancouver to build a new life. When his beloved grandmother passes away a few weeks before Christmas, Garrison goes to her house to sort out her belongings, including six cats who need new homes. While Garrison hopes to dispense with the task quickly, his grandmother's instructions don't allow for speed. She has left Garrison with some challenging requirements for the future homes of her furry friends--plus a sizeable monetary gift for the new owners. Garrison's job is to match the cats with the right owners without disclosing the surprise gift. Along the way, he may just meet someone who can make him stay.
Humorous and heartwarming, this latest Christmas story from bestselling author Melody Carlson is the perfect gift for pet lovers and anyone in whose heart Christmas holds a special place.

-- My thoughts. Just in time for the holidays, this book is a fun book to read. Especially if you are an animal lover. I am not really a cat lover, but I still enjoyed it. I really loved how each cat was adopted by the perfect person. A bit of a love story might be in the mix, and a bit of a mystery, but it was a lot of fun to read. Quick, but a delightful tale (or tail!!) -- readers will delight in this read this holiday.

Garrison might just change his mind about a few things along the way, his priorities and also maybe his heart. Enjoy!!!

I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for my honest opinion.



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Review: Silent Night Standoff

Silent Night Standoff by Susan Sleeman

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


When armed robbers strike her bank, hostage negotiator Skyler Brennan's life is on the line. Rescue comes from the last person she thought she could count on—the ex-boyfriend who chose his job over their relationship. FBI agent Logan Hunter knows how much is resting on this case. The promotion of his dreams…and the safety of the woman he's never been able to forget. But when an unexpected twist in the case pulls Logan in two separate directions, he'll have to make an impossible choice. Will he manage to have it all by Christmas—a career and love—or will he lose them both?

First Responders: Brave men and women alert and ready for danger and love.

-- My thoughts. I really enjoyed the adventure and banter between Logan and Skyler. Fast paced, full of witty interaction with everyone. The six of first responders are family. I enjoyed them immensely. This book started off with a bang and it didn't end until the last sentence. You can't guess who it is! That made it a huge hit with me. I really don't enjoy that when you can guess.

Also, being from the northwest, I love that I can know exactly what Sleeman is talking about. Yes, Lloyd Center and ice skating! Yes!! Too much fun. What I loved is the end, my heart beat fast. Read it and you will know! Thank you Ms Sleeman for an excellent read, I can't wait for the next one!!!

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