Crosshairs by Patricia Bradley // Review

Lucie's Review: 

A fast paced read, filled with action, that delves into the past as Ainsley and Lincoln fight to stay one step ahead of a killer. 

Ainsley gave up her dreams, and now is working as an ISB ranger investigating the murder of a pregnant teen. Her investigation leads her to unexpectedly work with her former flame. 

Lincoln is haunted by what almost happened to him, he wants to do everything he can to help Ainsley, but can her trust himself to protect her? 

There is a lot going on in this book, from the present, past, relationships and suspense. I really enjoyed this book, I liked how Linc was challenged to face his past, and reach for the future. It was hard to read the parts from the bad guy's perspective, as that is just a personal thing I'm not a fan of. 

Overall, an amazing installment to a great series, and can be read as a standalone. Engaging, with characters that I could cheer for, strong faith, and great relationship building. 

I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

The Amish Baker's Rival by Marie E. Bast // Review

My Review: 

A sweet Amish romance, rival business owners find themselves competing against each other in a highly publicized competition.

A fun, quick read, with enemies-to-lovers, in a small Iowa community. This was a nice quick read, though a bit more on the predictable side. I liked how Mary and Noah were able to find common ground through their love of family and baking. 

Overall, this was a quick read, with good themes of reconnecting with family, as well as friendship and forgiveness. 

I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Trace of Doubt by DiAnn Mills // Review

Lucie's Review: 

Out on parole after serving 15 years after confessing to murder,  Shelby Pearce is ready to start again in small town Texas. 

A chilling suspense, that deals with more intense topics than I typically expect from this author. I liked how Shelby has grown and clung to her faith, as well as how she makes new friends as she works to make a fresh start. 

This was a hard one for me to read, because of the subject matter and just how cruelly things played out against Shelby. I wanted to like Denton, but being in his head and made it hard. 

Overall, this one just wasn't my cup of tea. Though there were many things that I enjoyed, I had a hard time wanting to read this because of just how truly awful the bad person was. Great for people who like the emotional roller coaster and more intense reads. 

I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Yesterday's Tides by Roseanna M. White // Review

My Review: 

A gripping dual-timeline novel of two women decades apart, facing their pasts and realities of a world at war. 

A wonderfully written book, that weaves two timelines together in a way that flows and had me loathe to put it down. Evie and Louisa are decades apart but share a home on the North Carolinian shores of Ocracoke, they each face trials and questions about the past, as secrets are uncovered and their faith and ability to hope are tested. 

A beautiful standalone that is not without reader payoff for longtime fans of Ms. White. I was swept into the heartfelt story of heartbreak, trial, and hope, and loved the family of blood and friendship that Louisa and Evie had to support them. 

This book is a standout, and my new favorite book by this author, (though to be honest I haven't read a book by her that I haven't said that about!). An engrossing story that knit itself together in surprising, yet satisfying ways, shifting easily from the different perspectives and timelines, pulling me in and not letting me go. I highly recommend this amazing story of family, faith, secrets and new beginnings. 

I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Mountain Fugitive by Lynette Eason // Review

Lucie's Review: 

A high stakes search to clear her brother's name and find out who is after them. 

Dr. Katherine Gilroy comes at just the right time to save US Marshal Dominic O'Ryan's life. Dominic is tracking down Katherine's brother, who he believes murdered his partner. Will what they find bring them together or tear them apart?

An action packed adventure with and engaging plot and riveting characters. Katherine is a quick thinking woman, I liked that she wanted to help her brother clear his name. This is  hard to put down book with a lot going on, and great relationship building. 

Overall, and excellent read from beginning to end. Strong themes of faith, with a riveting adventure!

I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Edge of Dusk by Colleen Coble // Review

My Review: 

Return to Rock Harbor with Annie Pederson, a woman haunted by the kidnapping of her little sister, she is now a single mom raising her daughter as a law enforcement ranger and manager of the Tremolo Resort and Marina. 

A chilling return to Rock Harbor, full of familiar faces and second chances. Annie is a hardworking and compassionate woman trying her best to raise her daughter, while keeping her head above water with all of her responsibilities. But when bodies begin showing up on her resort, cold cases resurface. 

Annie is a capable woman, strong and kind, she wants the best for her young daughter, and is thrown when former flame Jon comes back to town. I like how Jon takes things in stride taking time to understand Annie's side of things and how his action hurts her in the past. He is also very thoughtful and anticipates her needs. And is willing to be patient, especially with her daughter. 

Overall, a fast paced read with many twists along the way, suspenseful, with likable characters. A great start to a new series!

I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Following the Trail by Lynette Eason // Review

Lucie's Review:

Lacey returns to her hometown to help search for her sister who has gone missing, but the search quickly becomes a murder investigation. Working on the case has her working alongside her ex-boyfriend Creed Payne, can they find the killer before it's too late?

An action packed adventure full of faith, reigniting of past flames, with great characters that I could cheer for from beginning to end. An intense read that had me riveted to the page, I liked that Lacey was able to re-evaluate her life and get a second chance with Creed. 

Creed is a good man, and is very supportive of Lacey throughout. I liked this action packed read, it had a twisting plot and was hard to put down. 

I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Redeeming Productivity by Reagan Rose // Review

My Review: 

Reagan Rose discusses godly productivity in this book, giving tips for organizing and executing better time management practices without becoming a slave to productivity. 

This was a quick read, written in an inviting manner. I liked how the author tackles the topic of being busy, while keeping everything in the proper perspective of an eternal mindset. He goes over reclaiming the vocabulary showing how God calls us to bear fruit for the glory of God and how that looks different than productivity as the world sees it. 

I found this book to be a great end of the year read, with helpful tips with flow charts and steps to take to get your priorities in order. 

An inspiring and practical read, from a Christian perspective that I appreciated. 

I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Building a Future by Amy Clipston // Review

My Review: 

Michelle has been dating Kory for over a year and it is getting harder to see all of her friends getting married and beginning their families. Kory seems distant and uninterested in taking the next step in their relationship, while his brother, Tyler, is a surprising source of friendship. 

An engaging Amish romance with likable characters, and sweet relationship building throughout. I liked how Tyler is a good listener, and he encourages Michelle in her hobbies. He is hardworking and a guy who is trying to do the right thing. Michelle is a kind young woman, she dreams of a husband and children. I liked that she kept trying to think the best of Kory and encourage her best friend.

Overall, a delightful read. Well written and engaging, with characters that you can root for to overcome their complicated situation. A satisfying and enjoyable read. 

I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Malicious Intent by Lynn H. Blackburn // Review

Lucie's Review: 

Dr. Ivy Collins is a successful engineer and now the CEO of an innovative prosthetics company, but when someone begins to try t undermine the work her company is doing she finds herself leaning on an old childhood friend. 

A fast paced read, with an engaging plot and riveting backstory. I loved how Gil and Ivy reconnected through all of this and how his friends were encouraging him to pursue her. I was quickly drawn into this book, with it's winsome characters and original plot. I liked how this book had strong themes of overcoming through faith and forgiveness. 

Overall, a page-turning read that I didn't want to put down. I have been loving this series so far, and can't wait to read the next one!

I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.