Review: Goodbye to Yesterday Part 1

Goodbye to Yesterday: Part 1 by Wanda E. Brunstetter
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Dang that Wanda Brunstetter! She really left me in a lurch on this one! Luke and Meredith haven't been married long. But their marriage is already being tested with Luke out of work and options are slim. Meredith thinks she is pregnant, about three months along, but she isn't going to say anything to Luke or anyone else until after her appointment with the midwife.

Luke's prayers about work seem to be answered when he gets a message from his uncle, who lives in Indiana and is a headstone carver. His uncle wants him to come to Indiana for a few weeks and learn how to engrave and buy the business from him. Luke gets Meredith to reluctantly agree and he heads out.

A winter storm is brewing and a drug addict has targeted Luke, seeing him with his billfold FULL of money. He waits until Luke goes into the bathroom, gets Luke to give him his clothes but when he won't give him his wallet, Alex (the homeless drug addict) beats Luke up..

and that is where Wanda leaves us, until the next month! Looking forward to what she does with this in helping Alex see God's love. He needs it. Desperately.

I received a copy of this book for free from netgalley in exchange for an honest opinion.

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Review: Naturally, Charlie

Naturally, Charlie by S.L. Scott
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book made me smile. Their relationship was so heartwarming, made me want a Charlie of my own! Where can I find one? LOL I wanted to watch a movie with them and it just made you just want Charlie to say ok, let's do this! But she didn't know he wanted it too! Funny how that happens! I know you will quickly fall in love with these two carved out characters just as easily as I did. You won't want it to end. Well until you get to the end.

Let me explain. The last few pages I said, now why did she do this? It was all going along so nicely and then all the sudden I couldn't tell who was talking, what the heck was going on? It was rushed through and slapped together. Bleck! Should have been edited with a fine tooth comb and cleaned up a bit. I didn't need to be rushed and it could have closed without the extra junk in my opinion!

That is the only problem I foresaw. I enjoyed it, and you will enjoy it this fall. Perfect book to read, to get you in the mood to bake! Heck, bake some cupcakes and then read while you are waiting for them!

I received a copy of this book for free from netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

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Review: The Inn at Rose Harbor

The Inn at Rose Harbor: A Novel by Debbie Macomber
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

for Macomber is a hit! While she might bring in oldies from the Cedar Cove series, we get a glimpse of some new people in town! All running from something, in a way they help each other. There are so many reviews of this book, I don't want to rehash anything, but I know how much I enjoy Debbie Macomber's writing and I was thoroughly pleased when I read this one. She did not disappoint!

In just a few opening lines, she snags you in and you can't wait to read the next line with giddy anticipation! I treasure each little nugget of wisdom, it is in there! Once we find out a little of each person, then we come full circle to what was the problem and story. I love how she ties everything in, all the while by the end, she is teasing us with another book! I think that is one of my most favorite things about her. You might know a little about what will be coming, but not really!

And I love how she writes letters at the beginning. Debbie Macomber is just a classic writer, always fun and eventful, making it pure joy to read her books. If you haven't read any YET, this is your perfect one to start with! Once you read one, you will want to read all! Happy reading!

I received a copy of this book for free from netgalley, in exchange for an honest review.

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Review: How to Eat a Cupcake

How to Eat a Cupcake by Meg Donohue
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Annie and Julia used to be great friends. However, when Julia spreads rumors about Annie senior year of high school, which gets Annie in huge trouble, they stop speaking to one another. Annie's mom was the cook for Julia's family but she passed away suddenly one day shortly after the girls went to college.

Annie loves to bake cupcakes and Julia's mom Lolly has asked Annie to cater a luncheon she is having. Julia is engaged but tastes Annie's cupcakes and falls in love. Julia has a splendid idea. She is going to use her money and help Annie start a cupcake shop.

Annie agrees, even though she thinks maybe she is crazy for taking this chance with Julia. There are several mysteries that will keep you hooked. One being where is Annie's mom's cookbook? Another one is, they started Treat in the Mission, not the best neighborhood and someone is vandalizing the shop, writing You are not wanted here and various stuff. Another mystery is what happened in the hospital and why is Julia keeping it a secret?

Lots going on and Donohue keeps you totally engaged every single second! You will love this book and it will also make you crave a delicious cupcake so beware! You won't know at the end who is your favorite character, I loved them all, well all BUT Jake!

I received a copy of this book for free from netgalley in exchange for an honest review.



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Review: The 13th Day of Christmas

The 13th Day of Christmas by Jason F. Wright
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

WOW! Knock my socks off. I stayed up late to finish this book. I could NOT put it down. My first Jason Wright book but it will be the start of a new addiction! You will instantly fall in love with both of the main characters, young Charlee and Ms Marva. I love all the apron talk and the personalities are larger than life.

What is a fun book and should be, also has a HUGE meaning and is much more! We all love Christmas (well most of us!) but on December 26th, do we go back to normal? Jason's point of view is NO. You should remember Jesus the other 364 days. So instead of 12 days of Christmas, there is 13, the day after being the 13th. I love this message. A cute story thrown in with this, Ms Marva and Charlee, BFF's! Grab your box of kleenex though.

This book will make excellent gifts. I know a few people I am going to get it for. Perfect message!

I received a copy of this book for free from net galley in exchange for an honest review.

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Review: Whoever You Are

Whoever You Are by Donna Marie Lanheady
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Emily and her brother Eric, take care of the family run nursery while their father is doing chemo treatments. They don't tell him that the business isn't doing that great. However, Emily gets a letter that she has an inheritance which thickens the plot. It turns out, Emily's dad had an affair, Joli got pregnant and then was in a car accident and died. So her dad and her dad's wife (mom) raised her.

So the story goes, everyone finding out and what will Emily do with the inheritance? The storyline is good. Needs a bit of refinement and I really could have taken the gay partnership out. What I really enjoyed is all the very descriptive scenery, as I am from Colorado and loved every minute of the details!

Thanks to the author for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

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Review: Pies and Prejudice

Pies & Prejudice by Heather Vogel Frederick
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really love these books, I mean how much better can it get to read, and they are discussing books! The girls are growing up, and along with that is change. New high school for some, but the big one was Emma's family going to England for a year! Of course, since her family is across the pond, the book club decides to do Pride and Prejudice.

It is amazing how Frederick builds their story around the book. I loved every minute of it. I think this was my favorite so far, because the girls are growing up, making more choices and also in this book life isn't always tied up neatly in a bow. If I did have a favorite, of course it would be Emma, she is a bookworm like me! I love how her family loves books too. It isn't that way in my family, as my husband despises reading!

In this particular book, the girls have to find their own way, and must realize how to treat others. Each book can stands on its own, however it is better to read them in order.

I love every minute of these, I am bracing myself for the day the series ends!

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