His Accidental Amish Family

GIVEAWAY

GOOD, RACHEL J.

HIS ACCIDENTAL AMISH FAMILY

In the picturesque Amish community of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, life's detours may prove the path to true happiness...

After a buggy accident when she was a teenager, Anna Flaud was told she would never walk again. Unwilling to be an object of pity, she put aside her dreams of marraige and found purpose as an assistant at a Community Care Center. Now she has a chance to fulfill her dearest wish --- motherhood -- and adopt three siblings with special needs. Yet the opportunity comes with a condition Anna isn't sure sh can meet: finding a husband.

Levi King began working at the center as penance after a careless mistake led to tragedy. Though he's dealing with his own heartbreak, he's drawn to Anna, cheering her on as she strives to regain her mobility. Her quiet determination, her generous heart -- these are qualities to cherish in a wife. Still, Anna's plans give him pause. Given his past, Levi hardly trusts himself to care for one child, let alone three. Yet together, perhaps they could forge a family made sturdier by all they've overcome...

My Review:

I'm always looking for Amish stories with a fresh perspective so I was excited to discover this gem. A heroine with a disability and a rehab center run by Mennonites plus a heartrending adoption story all wrapped up in a compelling inspirational read. 

Rachel J Good is a master at creating emotionally charged blockbuster reads rooted in faith. Themes of forgiveness and trusting in God through impossibly hard times bring extra depth to the story. My heart is full to brimming after taking this journey with Anna and Levi. And I don't mind admitting I shed a tear or two (or a bucketful) at the end. Sniffley sigh. This is the kind of story that sticks with a reader long after the final page is read.

GIVEAWAY OPPORTUNITY:

This giveaway is for a paperback or ebook copy -- winner's choice

If you would like a chance to win a copy of His Accidental Amish Family, 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 winners announced on Saturday March 13  2021. Offer open to International Readers. Good luck! 

March Giveaway -- Week One

WON BY CC

WON BY BEAUTY IN THE BINDING

WON BY MELANIE BACKUS

WON BY SUSAN FUCHIKAMI

WON BY KAY MOORHOUSE

WON BY SYLVIA

You know the drill: winners will be contacted if they left their email address in the comments, otherwise it's up to the winner to contact me at kavluvstoreadATyahooDOTca. (Please note it's ca as in Canada not com)

From time to time a winner and I do not connect so I have a one month time frame on giveaway wins. If I haven't been able to reach you within 30 days of your win, it will be forfeited. This has happened a few times now so, please, DON'T BE SHY -- CONTACT ME IF YOU DIDN'T LEAVE AN EMAIL OR IF I HAVEN'T BEEN SUCCESSFUL IN REACHING YOU!

Books will be ordered within a week of receiving your mailing address (or email address for ebooks) and I'll email you to confirm your book is on its way. Give it a full month before inquiring on the status of an order to allow for processing and shipping times.

LOOKING AHEAD TO NEXT WEEK'S GIVEAWAYS: 

SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

(and for those of you who read right to the very end -- I have an extra copy of " A Cowboy for Keeps" by Jody Hedlund to give away. One page got folded over in transit but I've smoothed it out and am weighting it down under a pile of hefty gardening tomes so hopefully she'll be as good as new, or as close as she can get, by the time I've picked a winner and she's ready to ship. And really, wrinkles only show character, right? :-) So, if you'd like to be added to the draw for this giveaway just mention that in the comments below or email me with the title in the subject line.)

BREAKING NEWS:  WOOHOO -- TRIXI JUST TOLD ME SHE HAS AN EXTRA COPY OF A COWBOY FOR KEEPS TOO AND HAS GENEROUSLY OFFERED IT UP FOR THIS GIVEAWAY AS WELL!!! SO THAT MEANS TWO CHANCES TO WIN. THANKS TRIXI!!!!

A Texas Bond

GIVEAWAY

VANNATTER, SHANNON TAYLOR

A TEXAS BOND

He came to find the children...will he stay to win her heart?

Learning he's an uncle shocks Ross Lyles - but after years of handling his brother's bombshells, at least this surprise is a blessing. A pair of five-year-old blessings Ross is determined to meet, if he can convince their aunt to give him a chance. Fiercely protective, Stacia Keyes is worried he'll try to take the children...and lassoing her trust is harder than he ever imagined.

A Hill Country Cowboys Tale

My Review:

Happy sigh. This is one emotional sucker punch of a story! Because once Ross shows up on the scene Stacia feels like her life is about to be shredded to pieces and she's already weathered enough loss and woe to last a lifetime. I was sucked into an emotional vortex that didn't spew me out until the very last page. :-) I do so love reading with my heart.

So...Ross makes a pretty dreamy hero. He's the noble, stalwart brother who only wants to do right by his hitherto unknown niece and nephew. Check that the kids are being well cared for and loved and then...well, he has every intention of being a big part of their lives so Stacia will just have to get used to him being around. Only she's gone all adrenaline-spiked mama bear and the fireworks come in epic proportions. 

I devoured this book in one sitting and Vannatter delivers heart and faith and hope with page-turning perfection.

GIVEAWAY OPPORTUNITY:

This giveaway is for a gently read paperback copy

If you would like a chance to win a copy of A Texas Bond, 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 winners announced on Saturday March 6  2021. Offer open to International Readers. Good luck! 

Miracle at the Higher Grounds Cafe

GIVEAWAY
RANDOM RETRO READ DAY!

LUCADO, MAX
LEE, CANDACE
NEWMAN, ERIC
MIRACLE AT THE HIGHER GROUNDS CAFE

What if you could ask God anything? What would you ask? And how would he answer?

Chelsea Chambers is on her own. After a public split from her NFL superstar husband, Chelsea takes a bold step out of the limelight and behind the counter of the Higher Grounds Café, an old-fashioned coffee shop in dire need of reinvention. But when her courage, expert planning, and out-of-this-world cupcakes fail to pay the bills, this newly single mom finds herself desperate for help. Better yet, a miracle.

Then a curious stranger lands at Chelsea's door, and with him, an even more curious string of events. Soon, customers are flocking to the Higher Grounds Café, and not just for the cupcakes and cappuccino. They've come for the internet connection to the divine. Now the café has become the go-to place for people in search of answers to life's biggest questions.

When a catastrophe strikes and her ex comes calling, Chelsea begins to wonder if the whole universe is conspiring against her quest to make it on her own. After a shocking discovery opens her eyes to the unseen world around her, Chelsea finds the courage to ask, and heaven answers in a most unexpected way.

My Review:

Published in 2015

 I discovered an extra copy of this book while trying to wrangle an unwieldy bookshelf into submission (a case of overbuying at a Christian bookstore's closing sale a few years back) so this is a repeat review and the giveaway is for a print copy.

So different and refreshing. The story has a magical, fairy tale quality to it but is anchored in faith. So many beautiful images conjured up by these well-crafted words. In fact, it's the kind of story that I had no trouble visualizing -- like a movie running through my head. Particularly love the notion that the essence of prayers linger long after they have been uttered. And that they cast light through the darkness. This was a major 'goosebump' read for me -- which means it spoke to my soul on many levels.

There's humour and sorrow; fear and anger. A gnarly slice of real life. Through it all, the authors show how God can meet you wherever you are with unconditional love. Inspiring and hopeful -- a heaven sent read that is sure to bless you.

GIVEAWAY OPPORTUNITY:

This giveaway is for a paperback copy

If you would like a chance to win a copy of Miracle at the Higher Grounds Cafe, 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 winners announced on Saturday March 6 2021. Offer open to International Readers. Good luck! 

Abducted in Alaska

 

GIVEAWAY

TURNER. DARLENE L.

ABDUCTED IN ALASKA

Protecting a child...could cost them their lives

Saving a boy who has escaped his captors puts Canadian border patrol officer Hannah Morgan right into the path of a ruthless child-smuggling ring. Now with help from police constable Layke Jackson, she must keep the child safe. But can they rescue the other abducted children and bring down the gang...all while protecting a little boy and keeping themselves alive?

My Review:

Phew! This is one non-stop action roller coaster of a read! Love the Canadian setting (it says Alaska in the title but most of the story takes place in the Yukon) and the interesting perspective of a Northern border patrol officer.

The pursuit is viciously relentless as Hannah and Layke strive to protect young Gabe and figure out who is behind the smuggling and where the other boys are. And the bad guys aren't the only ones giving chase -- God has been in pursuit of Layke for awhile and the frozen tundra provides just the right attention grabbing moments. Getting to watch Layke's diminished faith spark back to life and grow in strength is one of the highlights of the story.

Throw in some romance and a twisty-turny suspense plot with more questions than answers and you wind up with one thrilling read.

GIVEAWAY OPPORTUNITY:

This giveaway is for a gently read paperback copy

If you would like a chance to win a copy of Abducted in Alaska, 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 winners announced on Saturday March 6 2021. Offer open to International Readers. Good luck! 

Tomorrow's Sun

GIVEAWAY
RANDOM RETRO READ DAY!

MELBY, BECKY

TOMORROW'S SUN

Faith reaches across the centuries.

Her fractures have mended, her scars faded, but Emily Foster can't move on until she makes restitution for a past mistake. Flipping houses seems like the path to her goal. Yet, instead of finding a door to the future, the 1840s house she plans to remodel opens windows to the past.

Contractor Jake Braden hates Emily's plan to modernize the old house, but the cost of fighting for guardianship of his late sister's twelve-year-old twins forces him to take the job anyway. When a hidden door and faded love letters connect the house with the Underground Railroad, he and Emily embark on a mission to uncover the fate of young lovers.

As Emily and Jake unravel the long-forgotten love story, words of faith in the face of fear inspire, convict, and draw them to each other...but will they be prepared when faced with their greatest test yet?

My Review:

published in 2012

I discovered an extra copy of this book while trying to wrangle an unwieldy bookshelf into submission (a case of overbuying at a Christian bookstore's closing sale a few years back) so this is a repeat review and the giveaway is for a print copy.

Richly layered, Melby has mastered the art of the slow reveal. There is mystery and suspense in this contemporary novel, though I wouldn't categorize it as either. The suspense is in the characterization, the mystery is in the past and both are woven into an intricate pattern that will prompt a sit-down-and-read-in-one-sitting compulsion.

Emily is still recovering from a debilitating accident. Time and hard work slowly heal her body but her mind is an entirely different matter. For that emotional healing she needs God but she is hiding from Him. Her inner turmoil makes for a riveting read.

Jake was once an 'on-fire' Christian but time and life have faded his resolve. He's going through the motions but when he meets Emily all that changes. Their reluctant 'courtship' dance is immensely satisfying...and frustrating...to read!

Add in the rich historical detail (even though it's a contemporary) and this book makes a near-perfect read. The only way it could be better is if the author had made it longer!

GIVEAWAY OPPORTUNITY:

This giveaway is for a paperback copy

If you would like a chance to win a copy of Tomorrow's Sun, 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 winners announced on Saturday March 6  2021. Offer open to International Readers. Good luck! 

The Work of Art

GIVEAWAY
RANDOM RETRO READ DAY!

MATTHEWS, MIMI

THE WORK OF ART

An Uncommon Beauty...

Hidden away in rural Devonshire, Phyllida Statterthwaite has always been considered more odd than beautiful. But in London, her oddity has made her a sensation. Far worse, it's caught the eye of the sinister Duke of Moreland -- a notorious art collector obsessed with acquiring one-of-a-kind treasures. To escape the duke's clutches, she's going to need a little help.

An Unlikely hero...

Captain Arthur Haywood's days of heroism are long past. Grievously injured in the Peninsular War, he can no longer walk unaided, let alone shoot a pistol. What use can he possibly be to a damsel in distress? He has nothing left to offer except his good name.

Can a marriage of convenience save Philly from the vengeful duke? Or will life with Arthur put her -- and her heart -- in more danger than ever?

My Review:

published in 2019

Winner of the 2020 Holt Medallion

I'm in a twitterpated state of the vapors after being swept away by this exceptionally extraordinary Regency Romance. I mean, I'm not even sure I can formulate a review, I'm that Regency rattled. But I'll give it a valiant try. Here goes...

Utterly charming and beguiling. I mean even the subtle nuances pack a punch. Every measured word and clever plot twist breathed life into these characters and left me completely enthralled.

It's a classic trope in historical fiction (though this story is anything but ordinary) -- a young lady of limited means left at the mercy of a guardian who does not have her best interests at heart. The hero is wounded -- both physically and mentally -- and is struggling to find meaning and purpose in his altered life. Circumstances draw them together and events conspire to draw them closer still. What follows is sheer bibliophile delight!

Brush off your fainting couch and practice your safe swooning techniques because they'll sure come in handy during this read. I can't even...As far as wounded heroes go, Captain Haywood is one of the best I've ever met within the pages of a book. Truly sigh-worthy. And the way the author develops the romance...mercy! You better grab a fan or two or three or an even dozen. The dialogue -- banter and frank conversation -- are divine! 

But don't get too comfy on that fainting couch because there's something sinister afoot. Diabolical plotting and villainous deeds bring action and adventure to this story as well.

Quite simply, unputdownable.

Please note: While this isn't a Christian Fiction selection, it is a clean read.

GIVEAWAY OPPORTUNITY:

This giveaway is for a paperback or ebook copy -- winner's choice

If you would like a chance to win a copy of The Work of Art, 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 winners announced on Saturday March 6 2021. Offer open to International Readers. Good luck!