Wednesday, October 16, 2019

Their Christmas Prayer

GIVEAWAY
JOHNSON, MYRA
THEIR CHRISTMAS PRAYER

A Texas pastor has a million reasons to go...and just one to stay: her

Searching for a new start, Pastor Shaun O'Grady can't wait for his next foreign missionary assignment...until he begins working with Brooke Willoughby on the church's Christmas outreach program. Even as they clash over program specifics, Shaun and Brooke are drawn to each other. Now Shaun's not sure where he belongs: overseas for his ministry, or at home by Brooke's side.

My Review:

"I can get so focused on the details that I forget to bring God in." (p 37)

So much to love about this Christmas-centric romance! For starts the hero and heroine have enough electricity to light up the town's Christmas lights for the whole season! :-) But both Brooke and Shaun are opinionated. Really opinionated -- like on the opposite sides of the issue convicted! And that allows some of their over-bearing tendencies to shine through. And did I mention control issues? Whew! Sparks fly as wills clash and tempers rise. I honestly wasn't sure I would make it safely to the end without getting my fingers singed. Those pages were that fiery with indignation a time or two! While I don't like that kind of tumultuous relationship in my own life, it sure is fun to read about!

Also, love how the author shines a light on the struggles missionaries and pastors go through as they seek God's leading in their lives. I know I'm guilty of thinking a pastor has it all figured out -- you know, a direct line to Heaven that always provides prompt answers. :-)  Shaun sure set me straight and I wrestled with the Lord right alongside him as he tried to figure out his future.

Love the way the real meaning of Christmas shines through in this story -- all tender and touching and joyful. And the secondary characters that support and cajole and...yes, even push...Brooke and Shaun towards that all important happily ever after. Which is sweet perfection, by the way.

GIVEAWAY OPPORTUNITY:

If you would like a chance to win a gently read copy of Their Christmas Prayer, leave a comment below or email me at kavluvstoreadATyahooDOTca. If you add an email to your comment, remember to use AT and DOT instead of @ and . in order to protect yourself from spammers. If you enter the draw via email, please add the title to the subject line so it's easy to spot your entry. Draw will be held and winner announced on Saturday October 19 2019. Offer open to International Readers. Good luck!
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20 comments:

  1. Jackie SmithOctober 16, 2019 at 2:04 PM

    I just read this! Very good, and I loved your review, Kav.

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    1. KavOctober 16, 2019 at 2:33 PM

      Thanks, Jackie! Yay -- we're reading buddies. :-)

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  2. Linda MoffittOctober 16, 2019 at 5:12 PM

    I Love LoveInspired Reads 📚 Thanks for the Chance to #Win 😃💖😍💗
    iamabho AT gmail DOT com 💜💙💜

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    1. KavOctober 16, 2019 at 7:41 PM

      Especially their Christmas ones! Good luck, Linda!

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    2. Linda MoffittOctober 18, 2019 at 4:30 PM

      Right Thank You ❤ so much 😊

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  3. Terrill R.October 16, 2019 at 5:40 PM

    I have got to start keeping up again with the current LI releases. I hadn't known that MJ had a new release. Yay!
    tlhcoupon(at)hotmail(dot)com

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    1. KavOctober 16, 2019 at 7:42 PM

      Yay is right! It's impossible to keep up with all the great LI reads though, isn't it? We can enjoy trying! Good luck, Terrill!

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  4. Kay GarrettOctober 16, 2019 at 8:07 PM

    You KNOW I love the Love Inspired book and I adore Christmas romances as well. Together they tell an awesome romance with the Christian touch that we can all learn by - especially me. Amazing cover! Love the mixture of Christmas lights and the church in the background.

    Can't wait for the opportunity to read Brooke and Shaun's story and see what path they take me on. Thank you for the chance to win a copy!
    2clowns at arkansas dot net

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    1. KavOctober 16, 2019 at 8:43 PM

      You and me both! LI does Christmas beautifully. And that cover is pretty splendid, isn't it? Good luck, Kay!

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  5. Trixi October 17, 2019 at 5:35 PM

    Oh boy, something I don't see often enough in a book, a Pastor finding love!! I think I found my happy place with Their Christmas Prayer , not to mention, the fun carousel on the cover.

    teamob4 (at) gmail (dot) com

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  6. rubynrebaOctober 17, 2019 at 7:30 PM

    Another great Christmas book! These love inspired books are so much fun to read.
    pbclark(at)netins(dot)net

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    1. KavOctober 17, 2019 at 8:04 PM

      Yes they are and they do Christmas well. Good luck, rubynreba!

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  7. Wendy NewcombOctober 17, 2019 at 9:25 PM

    I love this cover, thank you for the chance to win a copy of this book.

    wfnren at aol dot com

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    1. KavOctober 18, 2019 at 1:00 PM

      It's beautiful, isn't it? So is the story inside. Good luck, Wendy!

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  8. kim hansenOctober 17, 2019 at 9:52 PM

    You had me on enough electricity to light up the town's Christmas lights for the whole season. cheetahthecat1986@gmail.com

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  9. SavingsInSecondsOctober 18, 2019 at 9:32 PM

    I just love this cover. So pretty.

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  10. Myra JohnsonOctober 29, 2019 at 4:10 PM

    Kav, I just wanted to thank you for your lovely review--insightful and eloquent as always! So glad you enjoyed Shaun and Brooke's love story!

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