White Chocolate Moments by Lori Wick

A young Arcineh Bryant moves in with her wealthy grandfather after her parents suddenly die. Over the years Arcineh builds some resentments between her grandfather, aunt, and cousins. Due to some of her abandonment issues, when she later meets the man of her dreams, she has some reservations with trusting her instincts.

This is the first book that I've read by Lori Wick and found it to be very enjoyable and clean. I loved the main character, Arcineh (not to mention the guy who falls for her) as she is such a sweet character inside and out. I enjoyed the story very much and will have to look for more books by Ms. Wick in the future.

FREE BOOK CONTEST/GIVEAWAY!!!

Author Nike Chillemi is giving away a free Kindle copy of her book "BURNING HEARTS" on the Contemporary Christian Fiction blog. Contest ends Monday, June 27th when a winner will be announced! Check it out & join my group while you're there to win!
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The Grace Awards Winners!!!

They all look very good, so check them out!
I was a judge for...
Women's Fiction: serious women's issues, can have humor and suspense elements
and the winner was...
SENSIBLE SHOES by Sharon Garlough Brown (Westbow)

The other winners are...

Romance/Historical Romance: primary element is love/courtship/marriage, be it set now or then
MEANDER SCAR by Linda Lickel (Black Lyon Publishers)

Suspense /Mystery/Romantic Suspense/Detective Novel /Thriller: crime fiction, there's probably a body
BACK ON MURDER by J. Mark Bertrand (Bethany House)

Speculative Fiction: science fiction, horror, fantasy, etc.
SEASONS IN THE MIST by Deborah Kinnard (Sheaf House Publishers)

Action Adventure/Western/Historic Epic Fiction: (exploits, quest, a feel of wide-open spaces, expansive):
WOUNDED SPIRITS by April W. Gardner (Vinspire Publishing)

Young Adult: appeals to ages 14 to 21ish
SECRETS UNDER THE MIDNIGHT SUN by Elisa Maria Crites (Westbow)


I need to withhold any thoughts or opinions about the winning book to avoid any possible conflicts of interest with the award.

"Between Friends" by Debbie Macomber

Between Friends by Debbie Macomber

My rating: 4 of 5 stars


I enjoyed this unique story of 2 best friends spoken through years of correspondants. I loved how the author weaved historical events in the story as they touched each characters lives through the years. I have to wonder how much of this book was an actual memoir as it showed 2 photo's of the author & her best friend, then and now.



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"Life, Inspite of Me"

by Kristen Jane Anderson and Tricia Goyer

I LOVED this book and I love this AMAZING woman! This story about a young woman in despair tugged at my heart just short of ripping it out. I could almost feel her pain, emotionally and physically, as she recounted her story of attempting to take her own life. God had a MUCH GREATER plan for her!!! She is a shining beacon of God's glory by getting her story published and making TV appearances.

I highly recommend this book to anyone who IS a teenager, HAS a teen, or ever WAS a teen. Perhaps if you can't relate to her struggles, then you may know someone who IS struggling that could use hope. I know her story has saved at least hundreds, if not thousands of people and has given many more an AMAZING story of God's love through Kristen!
Blessings!

New Judge for the "Grace Awards"

I'm so happy to announce that I am now a new "Judge" for "The Grace Awards"!!!... Follow the link for more info and see how you can cast your vote for your favorite Christian Books!!! Thanks!

"A Beggars Purse"

A Beggars Purse by Toni Nelson

From Goodreads.com...
How do you react when approached by a homeless person? Do you stop and listen or simply walk away as if the person doesn't exist? Toni Nelson grew up in a beautiful home, set in an idyllic beach community, making friends with the hobos passing through town on the freight trains. Her grandparents' home was a 'safe house' for the roaming drifters, and Toni learned at an early age the joy that could come from showing compassion to those less fortunate. Later in life, Toni moved to Nevada and was struck by the amount of homeless and penniless peopling the city of Las Vegas. With a heart opened and sustained by God, Toni embarked on a journey to help the people who have nothing, and now shares her experiences in this touching and beautiful memoir. Join Toni in her journey to share God's love with the people around her, and discover the treasures that can be found in A Beggar's Purse. 'A wonderful portrayal of how with time, heartfelt examinations, and a touch from the Lord, a person can journey from a child-like perspective to one which is able to identify the redeeming qualities found in all of mankind.' —Laura Broadwater, contributing author in A Cup of Comfort series


MY REVIEW...

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


This book made me open my eyes and get in touch with my childhood beliefs and thoughts about how every person in this world should be treated. Why do people mistreat other people who do not have a home, are hungry, and/or are down & hopeless? Perhaps they need to be shown a little love and respect like Toni and her grandparents did in this amazing memoir of a family that gives food, friendhip, & hope to those less fortunate. It was entertaining while thought provoking in that a little act of decency & kindness could make a huge impact in someone's life. God has truly blessed Toni with a compassionate heart and the ability to show His glory through her and her beautifully true story-telling. This book has inspired me to think & do more to treat all people with non-judgemental love & compassion.



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