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  • “Forever Hilltop” by Judy K. Baer Book Review

    By Ruth on May 18, 2012
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    About Forever Hilltop The charming and often hilarious Forever Hilltop series follows the experiences of former city dweller Alex Armstrong as he settles into his new role as pastor of a Scandinavian community in rural North Dakota. Alex is sometimes baffled by his parishioners and their colorful ways, but he comes to appreciate their simple wisdom. One thing’s for sure […]
  • Desert Intrigue by Linda Weaver Clark Book Review

    By Ruth on May 17, 2012
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    Summary from goodreads: Desert Intrigue is a fascinating book and the latest in the adventures of John and Julia Evans series. As usual, John and Julia find their way into a mystery that Julia refuses to ignore. The intrigue starts when Julia’s brother begins having problems on his ranch. Several catastrophes have plagued Kelly’s ranch lately, causing business to decline, […]
  • “Turning Guilt Trips Into Joy Rides” Book Review

    By Ruth on May 10, 2012
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      Women today are busy, stressed, and guilt-ridden, yet they long to develop their spiritual sides. Turning Guilt Trips into Joy Rides offers inspirational thoughts based on scripture–brief enough to be read during a television commercial, yet insightful enough to open your eyes to the grace of God on days you change diapers and/or lead corporate meetings. Each reading suggests […]
  • Enza By Kristy K. James Book Review

    By Ruth on May 8, 2012
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    ABOUT THE BOOK About the Book I had a little bird, And its name was Enza. I opened the window, And in-flu-Enza. They have no idea what’s coming… Patriotism is at its peak as the war to end all wars rages an ocean away. The Suffrage Movement gains momentum each day, and women across the the country harbor hope that […]
  • “A Heart Like His” by Beth Moore Book Review

    By Ruth on May 8, 2012
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    Summary: (from goodreads)  We all go through times when we feel insignificant or times when we feel certain that we have experienced a degree of failure from which there is no return. This is not a reality we experience alone, but is one that a man after God’s heart experienced as well. From shepherd, to refugee, to king of Israel, […]
  • “Howard Wigglebottom Learns About Sportsmanship” By Howard Binkow Book Review

    By Ruth on May 5, 2012
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    My daughter and I had the supreme privilege of reviewing the book Howard Wigglebottom Learns About Sportsmanship:Winning Isn’t Everything.  I had heard a lot about the Howard Wigglebottom series of books, but I had never actually read one.  And neither had my daughter. This book introduces 4-8 year olds to concepts like respect, camaraderie, teamwork and the pleasure of playing […]
  • “Baroness” by Susan May Warren Book Review

    By Ruth on May 4, 2012
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    Expected to marry well and to take the reins of the family empire, they have their lives planned out for them. But following their dreams — from avant garde France, to Broadway, to the skies in the world of barnstormers and wing-walkers — will take all their courage.  And if they find love, will they choose freedom or happily ever […]
  • “As One Devil to Another” by Richard Platt Book Review

    By Ruth on May 2, 2012
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    Summary:  As One Devil to Another is an astonishing debut work that C. S. Lewis’s biographer and foremost Lewis authority Walter Hooper calls “a stunning achievement, the finest example of the genre of diabolical correspondence to appear since this genre was popularized by C. S. Lewis.” Enter into this chilling and diabolical tale, one that reveals the very tricks and strategies […]
  • “Harriet Beamer Takes the Bus” by Joyce Magnin Book Review

    By Ruth on April 25, 2012
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    Summary : Aging and widowed Harriet Beamer insists she’s getting along fine with her dog Humphrey in Philadelphia … until she falls for the fourth time, injuring her ankle and causing her son and daughter-in-law to cry foul. Insisting Harriet move in with them in California, they make a bet that her ankle is broken and she foolishly promises to move […]
  • “Pulled” by A.L. Jackson Book Review

    By Ruth on April 23, 2012
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    Pulled by A.L. Jackson Published by Sapphire Star Publishing Contemporary Romance Blurb: Melanie Winters and Daniel Montgomery shared a love they believed bonded them together for life. After the tragic loss of their daughter, overwhelming grief and misguided guilt distorts the truth, and their relationship ends in unanswered questions. For nine years, they drift through life, each unable to forget […]