Mel is a memorable character who I relate to with ease. We are actually very different, but I still feel many of her fears and emotions, and she is very believable.
Scripts, Scribbles, and Snapshots
(and other stuff from my corner of the world)
Monday, May 16
All That Fills Us
Saturday, May 14
When the Meadow Blooms
I've read several books by Ann Gabhart and I'm never disappointed. She writes clean, memorable, and touching stories.
Monday, April 18
Sea Glass Cottage
I always enjoy visiting Hope Harbor! And witnessing Jack and Christie find love, forgiveness, healing and a happy ever after in Sea Glass Cottage is so satisfying. I love a small-town story especially if it has several stories wrapped in one and involves a cottage. (tee hee) And if it's by Irene Hannon that's a big plus. I feel as if I've been to Hope Harbor and become part of this charming community.
This is a sweet story of overcoming challenges, seeking restoration and understanding, and finding the peace of forgiveness. It's part of a wonderful series but works well as a standalone. A poignant small-town, feel-good story. #SeaGlassCottage
I received a complimentary copy from the publisher.
Monday, April 11
The Master Craftsman
I love reading historical fiction, and doubly love reading dual time stories. #TheMasterCraftsman gives two stories in one. I enjoyed both and how nicely they meshed and it was fun turning through the pages of this treasure hunt.
Monday, February 28
The Spark of Love
Sunday, February 20
Hues of You
I love the cover of this children's book. It's eye-catching and exhibits everyone's many hues of brown. Using crayons to present this is smart, fitting the target age group (7-10 year olds) well.
Hues of You is an interesting and very unique activity book. It's fresh and new, revealing our differences and likenesses with do-it-yourself drawings and fill-in-the-blank sections. I like how it reveals that we are all a shade of brown and diversity is to be celebrated.
Words explained are RACE, RACISM, COLORISM, ETHNICITY, and NATIONALITY, defining them in an easy to understand way. I also love how it describes that family members and friends can all have different shades of brown and that is a special thing.
Thank you to Waterbrook for providing a complimentary copy.
Friday, February 18
The Prince and the Prodigal
Another biblical fiction masterpiece by Jill Eileen Smith! She is a go-to author for me. No matter the title or genre, I'll read her books. She is a gifted storyteller who builds wonderful emotions, settings, and arcs, giving biblical characters a new life.
I've always loved the story of Joseph. His brothers betrayed him, his father favored him, and God was always with him in all that he went through. His story is a story of redemption, forgiveness, and love. And his brother Judah has an interesting story as well. I love his transformation in this inspiring story.
The Prince and the Prodigal will certainly touch your heart. I couldn't stop reading it from start to finish in two sittings. Beautiful writing.
#ThePrinceandtheProdigal
Thank you to Revell for providing a complimentary copy.