book Review: Sawbones Melissa Lenhardt

This book was given to me by NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.
When I opened Sawbones I felt like I was sitting with my father while he would regale in his westerns, especially if they were by Louis L'amour.
In this book Dr. Catherine Bennett left New York because she was accused of murdering a doctor by his wife. Bennett doesn't have any idea why the wife would do this and she does not have an alibi for the time in question. After changing her name to Laura Elliston, she felt she would be safe. Unfortunately some one recognized her so she went to Colorado and the wild territories. This proves to be a dangerous choice but she decides to make the best of it.
The writing is very good as I was transported to the West and felt the story of Bennett/Elliston was touching. Very good book.

The Joy of Advent

This is a lovely book for Advent. It is filled with comfort and joy. Pope Francis made this a book filled with reflection and what better time than at the Advent.
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The Atonement by Beverly Lewis

I know when I read a book by Beverly Lewis I will come away from it feeling at peace. Her writing is amazing. I feel like I can connect with each of her characters easily and like I am a part of the story. The Atonement is a very good book filled with Christian love and faith in God.

In the Kitchen with Grandma

I don't get to see my grandchildren nearly as often as I would like so when we visit, I like to have activities we can do that they may remember. This book is fantastic. There are seasons of cooking for the section. I think this is creative. Some of the recipes that I cannot wait to try with my grandchildren include the mac 'n' cheese cups and the scones. I think this is a great cookbook for anyone that wants to cook with children.
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The Summer Before the War by Helen Simonso

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I loved this book! It was a little slow at the start but very soon I was captivated by the story. Even though this book is about the war, it is not a book that will bring the reader down. The characters are well-written and some that I will remember.

Book Review: Jesus In Me

Anne Graham Lotz creates books that help Christians grow in their walk with God. This book made me excited. It is inspiring as it shares the author's testimony. As you read you come across scripture, her experiences and how these can be used to help the Christian learn to walk more closely with God.
As I read I was able to reflect many of the testimonies with times in my life where I have struggled or even looking forward to when I may come across these times. I felt that the author wrote honestly in a way that I was able to relate with.
I was given this book by Multnomah in exchange for my honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

More Than A Promise

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This was a beautiful story, written with great emotion. Ruth Logan Herne writes with her heart and soul and that's why her books are so precious. The reader feels the heart of each character, even the children, in her books. And her spiritual themes are just wonderful, too. I enjoyed every minute of this one and am now looking forward to her next book.
I highly recommend this book.