NA Fantasy Book Spotlight ~ Resistance

Something fresh has arisen in the world of New Adult fiction and Christian fantasy! Resistance is the first in an epic 6-book series by Jaye L. Knight. I had the pleasure of proofreading the book prior to publication, as well as organizing the cover reveal and blog tour. It's been quite the adventure, and I'm inspired by the author's commitment and care for each aspect of the publishing process. Learn more about this awesome new release below...

About the Book

“Don’t you know? Animals like you have no soul.”

Could God ever love a half-blood all of society looks upon with such fear and disdain? Jace once believed so, but when a tragic loss shatters the only peace he’s ever known, his faith crumbles as the nagging doubts he’s tried to put behind him descend on his grieving heart. With them come the haunting memories of the bloodstained past he longs to forget, but can never escape.

Taken from home at a young age and raised to serve the emperor, Kyrin Altair lives every day under a dangerous pretense of loyalty. After her unique observation skills and perfect memory place her into direct service to the emperor, Kyrin finds herself in further jeopardy as it becomes increasingly difficult to hide her belief in Elôm, the one true God.

Following the emperor’s declaration to enforce the worship of false gods under the penalty of death, many lives are endangered. But there are those willing to risk everything to take a stand and offer aid to the persecuted. With their lives traveling paths they never could have imagined, Jace and Kyrin must fight to overcome their own fears and conflicts with society as they become part of the resistance.

About the Author

JAYE L. KNIGHT is a 25-year-old independent author with a passion for writing Christian fantasy and clean NA (New Adult) fiction. Armed with an active imagination and love for adventure, Jaye weaves stories of truth, faith, and courage with the message that even in the deepest darkness, God's love shines as a light to offer hope.

Jaye is a homeschool graduate and has been penning stories since the age of eight. She was previously published as Molly Evangeline. You can learn about her latest writing projects at www.jayelknight.com.

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• You can purchase the book now on Amazon! (Kindle format is only $3.99; paperback version will be available there very soon...)

• Resistance is currently on tour in the blogosphere! View the schedule with direct links on the blog tour page.

• You can immerse yourself in the world of Ilyon via the special tour-wide giveaway! Enter using the Rafflecopter form below (US only):

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Romantic Suspense Character Interview ~ A Bridge Unbroken

Author Cathy Bryant has a special treat for us today! An interview with the hero and heroine of her new inspirational romantic suspense release, A Bridge Unbroken - well, sort of. Her characters might have other ideas. ;)

Meet Chance and Dakota, and be sure to stick around after the interview for some some exciting info and an ebook giveaway!

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Chance: (finger to lips) Shhhh! Don't tell Cathy. She'll arrive here in a sec to interview me and Dakota. But we're gonna put her in the hot seat for a change. After all, she's put us through the ringer in writing A Bridge Unbroken. It's only fair that we return the favor. Shh, here she comes. (returns to seat and acts all nonchalant)

Cathy: (enters, moves to seat) Hey, you two. Ready to get this interview underway?

Chance: (with a smirk) Of course. Why wouldn't we be?

Dakota: (her eyes shoot daggers) Yeah, it's not like we have anything else to do with our time, thanks to you.

Cathy: (shifts uncomfortably) Uh...what do you mean?

Dakota: Renovate a farmhouse, fix a bridge, work on our relationship, get away from the antagonist, all while dealing with an unexpected gift of a dog and chickens? I mean, really, couldn't you just send us to outer space in a defunct space shuttle or something?

Chance: (pats Dakota's arm) Easy, honey, your Irish temper is showing.

Dakota: (continues to shoot daggers)

Cathy: (swallows hard) Um, sorry. First question: Why did you two introduce yourselves to me with such major problems to overcome?

Chance: Ha! You're the one who created us, not the other way around. Why'd you give us so much to overcome?

Cathy: I wanted to explore the topic of forgiveness. It's a huge part of our faith, but we struggle with it, especially when the offender seems determined to destroy us.

Dakota: (nods) Even worse is when our actions hurt others. We can't go back and undo it. Sometimes we can't even forgive ourselves. And when the other party accepts no responsibility... (her words trail off as she glances at Chance)

Chance: (frowning) Haven't we discussed this enough? Yeah, so maybe I have a hard time seeing the speck in my eye--

Dakota: Speck?

Chance: So maybe it's a little bigger than that.

Cathy: Maybe?

Chance: You, too?

(Cathy and Dakota share a knowing look.)

Chance: (sighs) Okay, beam. You happy now?

(Cathy and Dakota smile.)

Cathy: (glances at clock) Well, let's move on to question two. Dakota, why do you run away so much?

Dakota: As I recall, you gave me a pretty tough childhood. (inserts sarcasm) Let me express my undying gratitude.

Cathy: Anything to help the story.

Chance: Yeah, speaking of that, why do you put the story above the characters? Don't we deserve some gratitude for bowing to your commands?

Cathy: Um, first of all, you are the story. That's just the way it works. And as for bowing to my commands? Y'all are the most unruly characters I've ever written. You took over on more than one occasion.

Dakota: You should be grateful.

Cathy: If I wrote by the seat of my pants, maybe. But I like knowing what you guys are gonna do before I ever start the story.

(Chance and Dakota look at each other.)

Dakota: Great. Our author has OCD.

Chance: Big time. But at least it explains why she put us through so much.

Cathy: Enough about me. Chance, would you explain how you got those scars on your face?

(Chance blushes and squirms in his seat.)

Dakota: (compassion in eyes) Uh, I'll take responsibility for that. Sorry, Chance.

Chance: (smiles tenderly at Dakota) It's over and done with. Besides, I'm not the only one.

Dakota: I think we've done pretty well in moving past it all. (She takes his hand.)

Chance: (brings her hand to his lips and plants a soft kiss) Agreed. (He stands and pulls Dakota up with him.) Interview over.

Cathy: (her face incredulous) What? I'm not through.

Chance: Oh yes, you are. (He and Dakota turn and move away.)

Dakota: (glances back over her shoulder) Seriously, Cathy, how can you expect to write a romance and not give your hero and heroine some alone time? I mean, really.

Cathy: (watches them walk away, with a sheepish grin) Sorry. Did I mention they don't always do what I say? (shakes her head as she exits)

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A BRIDGE UNBROKEN

Letting go to build a bridge…

A frightened runaway's plan to start afresh is derailed when she co-inherits her late grandfather’s farm with the man responsible for the scars on her heart. But he isn’t the only ghost from the past. Someone else is out to get her and will stop at nothing to get what he wants. Will Chance and Dakota lay aside their grudges to restore the old farmhouse and bridge, or will evil forces sabotage their attempt at forgiveness?

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“Miller’s Creek, Texas…where folks are friendly, the iced tea is sweet, and Mama Beth’s front porch beckons…”

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A Texas gal by birth, Cathy enjoys spinning tales set in the fictional town of Miller's Creek, Texas. When she's not writing the Miller's Creek Novels, you'll find her rummaging through thrift stores or up to her elbows in yet another home improvement project in the mountain cabin she shares with her minister husband of over thirty years. You can find out more about Cathy and her books at www.CatBryant.com

Here are a few other places to find Cathy:

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https://www.facebook.com/groups/MillersCreekReaders/

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$100 Visa Card Giveaway/Launch Party

Cathy is celebrating the launch of A BRIDGE UNBROKEN with a $100 Visa Card Giveaway. Other prizes include t-shirts, coffee mugs, tote bags, bookmarks, eBooks, print books and Amazon Gift cards. Winners announced at the Facebook Launch Party, May 22, 2014, 7-8 p.m. CST. CLICK HERE TO ENTER THE VISA CARD GIVEAWAY. See you at the party!

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eBook Giveaway!

In addition to the awesome tour-wide giveaway and Facebook party, Cathy is kindly offering an ebook copy of A Bridge Unbroken to one of our BB readers! Just leave a comment with your e-mail address (so we can get in touch with you if you win), and let us know what you think of Chance and Dakota, and their story. Are you a romantic suspense fan?

(Note: This giveaway is open internationally. Winner will be announced next Monday, May 26th, in the comments section of that day's post.)

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Romance Book Spotlight ~ Love's Promises

The winner of last week's giveaway for a copy of Alone Yet Not Alone is...

Meagan Davenport!

Congratulations, Meagan! I'll send you an email. :)

Now...announcing a new release from author Sandra Leesmith! In a similar vein to Love's Refuge, Love's Promises is an inspirational romance with a dash of suspense - this time set at Lake Tahoe in the 1980s. (Would you consider that contemporary or historical? I'm curious!) I had the pleasure of editing the book and organizing the publicity campaigns, and if you love character-driven romance with a setting that whisks you away, you're in for a treat with Sandra's latest. Read on to learn more...

About the Book

For Monica Scott, building her late father’s house at Lake Tahoe isn’t an option—it’s a necessary distraction from confusing memories and an uncertain future. But a handsome planner working for the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) is keeping Monica from moving forward with the project. Never mind that he’s young and charming with a great sense of humor. No one is going to stop Monica from making her father’s dream—and her own—a reality.

All Greg Linsey wants is for his work to mean something. His job at TRPA gives him the opportunity to fight for the environment he loves and make a difference in his small corner of the world. But with the sophisticated Monica Scott’s arrival, his dedication is tested as never before, especially when Monica turns to his unscrupulous nemesis for assistance.

As Greg and Monica’s animosity turns into something far sweeter, can they learn to accept each other’s promises and avoid the growing danger to their lives and hearts?

About the Author

 Sandra Leesmith loves to travel in her RV and explore all of nature’s beauty, discover America’s history, and fellowship with the wonderful people she meets while on the road. She enjoys reading, writing, hiking, swimming, and pickleball. Learn more about Sandra and her books at www.sandraleesmith.com.

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• The book is currently FREE in Kindle format! (Promotion runs through today, April 21st, and tomorrow, April 22nd.)

• Check out previous Sandra Leesmith book spotlights at the BB: Love's Miracles, Love's Refuge

• Love's Promises is currently on tour in the blogosphere! View the schedule, enter the "taste of Lake Tahoe" giveaway, and more HERE. Today's stops include the introduction at Seasons of Humility, an author interview at The Wonderings of One Person, and a review at The Curried Nut. 

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Contemporary Romance Book Spotlight ~ The Paris Connection

About the Book

"Sparks are flying in the city of light… Emma Brooks, single mom and managing director at the leading recruiting firm in Paris, was against their merger with an American company from the start. Not only was her firm losing its autonomy, she was losing her well-deserved promotion to Cole Dorset – a handsome, arrogant interloper from New York!

How did Cole’s ex-girlfriend’s dream of moving to Paris become his nightmare? Now he’s got to find his way in a new country, and the woman showing him the ropes wants to string him up by one. But as he gets to know Emma and her daughter, he realizes Paris may have more to offer than he thought…"

About the Author

"Cerella Sechrist lives in York, Pennsylvania with two precocious pugs, Darcy and Charlotte, named after Jane Austen literary characters. She has won various competitions and a scholarship for her writing, which include devotionals, full-length plays, and novels. She divides her time between working in the office of her family's construction business and as a barista to support her reading habit and coffee addiction. Her novels exhibit her love for both the written word and food in fiction. You can find her online at her website www.cerellasechrist.com where she pens Literary Fare, a food-themed blog for readers. You can also connect with Cerella on Facebook, Twitter, Goodreads, Pinterest, and Instagram."

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• You can purchase the book now from Harlequin Heartwarming, Amazon, or Barnes & Noble!

• The book is currently on tour in the blogosphere! Check out the itinerary, the awesome food- and travel-themed giveaways, and more HERE. Today's stops are The Curried Nut, Kathryn Cooper, and Reviews by Molly.

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Fantasy Book Cover Reveal ~ Golden Daughter

Author Anne Elisabeth Stengl is releasing a new story in the "Tales of Goldstone Wood" series - Book 7, titled Golden Daughter. Look for it this November...and read on to learn more about the book and it's intriguing cover!

Beyond the realm of dreams

is a world she never imagined

Masayi Sairu was raised to be dainty, delicate, demure . . . and deadly. She is one of the emperor’s Golden Daughters, as much a legend as she is a commodity. One day, Sairu will be contracted in marriage to a patron, whom she will secretly guard for the rest of her life. 

But when she learns that a sacred Dream Walker of the temple seeks the protection of a Golden Daughter, Sairu forgoes marriage in favor of this role. Her skills are stretched to the limit, for assassins hunt in the shadows, and phantoms haunt in dreams. With only a mysterious Faerie cat and a handsome slave—possessed of his own strange abilities—to help her, can Sairu shield her new mistress from evils she can neither see nor touch? 

For the Dragon is building an army of fire. And soon the heavens will burn. 

About the Author

Anne Elisabeth Stengl is the author of the award-winning Tales of Goldstone Wood series, adventure fantasies told in the classic Fairy Tale style. Her books include Christy Award-winning Heartless and Veiled Rose, and Clive Staples Award-winning Starflower. She makes her home in Raleigh, North Carolina, where she lives with her husband, Rohan, a passel of cats, and one long-suffering dog. When she's not writing, she enjoys Shakespeare, opera, and tea, and practices piano, painting, and pastry baking. She studied illustration and English literature at Grace College and Campbell University.

You can connect with her on her blog, Tales of Goldstone Wood, as well as on Facebook.

Cover Design

The cover illustration was done by Julia Popova. Visit her website, www.forestgirl.ru, to learn more about her and her fantastic work!

Book Page

If you’d like to learn more about Golden Daughter, visit the book page for interesting articles, illustrations, and more!

Giveaway!

Anne Elisabeth is giving away two books from her "Tales of Goldstone Wood" series (winner's choice from the first six)! Enter via the Rafflecopter form below:

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Historical Romance Book Spotlight ~ Forget Me Not

I recently released my second novel (the prequel to Bleeding Heart) for Kindle, and the blog tour started a couple of days ago, so I thought I'd share about the book with you all today!

About the Book

Prequel to Bleeding Heart

Old hurts, new betrayals, and a love that survives them all...

Summer 1885

A startling revelation sends Elizabeth Lawson escaping into a stormy night - and tosses her into the arms of a young mountain man with secrets of his own. When he offers to take her to the Nevada mining town where her long-lost brother lives, she accepts. Suspicions and uncertainties are pushed aside as she struggles to forge a future for herself by meeting her past.

David has been hiding from his painful memories for years. The solitude and wildness of the Rocky Mountains are challenge and comfort enough for him - until Elizabeth's arrival. Fueled by anger and a sense of obligation, he strives to take control of his new situation...only to find control slipping from his grasp with each new emotion Elizabeth evokes in him.

When their journey leads them on unexpected paths, can two lonely hearts find the strength to remember the good amid the heartbreak?

Inspirational Historical Romance

About the Author


Amber Stokes has a Bachelor of Science degree in English and a passion for the written word - from blogging to writing poetry, short stories, and novels. After her brief time at college in Oregon, she is now back home among the redwoods of Northern California, living life one day at a time and pursuing her passion via freelance editing and self-publishing. Forget Me Not is the prequel to her debut novel Bleeding Heart.
  
You can connect with Amber on her personal blog (Seasons of Humility), Twitter, Pinterest, Goodreads, Shelfari, and LinkedIn.

Want More?

• Forget Me Not is now available in Kindle format! A paperback version is in the works and should hopefully be available by the end of the month.


• Bleeding Heart (the sequel) is on sale this week for $.99! The e-book sale ends Friday, February 7th. You can also purchase the paperback for $8.99 on Amazon.


• You can keep up-to-date on all the news for "The Heart's Spring" on the series blog, and you can find extras for Forget Me Not (including links to interviews, reviews, and a "soundtrack) at www.forgetmenotnovel.blogspot.com.


• Forget Me Not is currently on tour in the blogosphere! You can find the schedule, tour-wide giveaway, and more HERE, or by clicking the button below.

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YA Book Spotlight and Review ~ The Afterlife of Lizzie Monroe

About the Book

"If Shane Davis had it to do over again, he wouldn't have gone out that night. He wouldn't have burned down the church. And he sure wouldn't have taken the annoying dead girl home with him.

Now that Shane has her, he has no idea what to do with her. He can't release her into the 'wild' because people will recognize her (being a hundred and fifty year old town 'legend' will do that). He can't send her away because she can't take care of herself yet. And she can't stay because if people find her, they'll know he burned the church. Being eighteen now, Shane definitely doesn't want that fact coming out.

Unbeknownst to Shane, someone has figured out the girl's secret and will do anything to get it for himself...even kill the girl who isn't so immortal after all."

Amber's Review

This book was one of my most anticipated reads of 2014 - that cover and blurb won me over, and I figured it would be a fun story. It is! The premise is very intriguing and clever. There's some Civil War history lightly woven in, and while I sometimes got frustrated with the flashback scenes because I wanted to get back to the contemporary plot line, they added to the sense of mystery and made the contemporary scenes all the more compelling.

Even though a lot of the book takes place in one setting due to Lizzie's inability to move around for a while, I found myself completely engrossed in the story. I liked that the absurdity of the situations made it interesting to observe how Lizzie and Shane would deal with each other and all the problems they had to face. Here's a "mostly" dead girl from Civil War days lying on a modern young band-member's bed, trying to figure out her past and face the 21st century while preparing herself to walk again... Yeah, you know you're curious. ;) The romance (yes, it's there!) was sweet and intriguing, despite the awkwardness of it all. And I really can't resist a hero who calls the heroine "darlin'" or "sweetheart."

I confess that there were elements that didn't completely charm me. Sexual innuendos run rampant throughout the story... So while the content isn't explicit at all, the behaviors alluded to are obvious just the same. Lizzie's initial perception of her surroundings and situation, as well as of modern clothing, would make a reference or two from her understandable - it's more Shane and his sister going off about how things might appear that felt a little too much for me. There are also references to smoking, arson, and the like, just as a heads up. 

Beyond that, though, there were some grammatical errors that made the manuscript feel not-completely-polished, and some of Lizzie's thoughts and flashbacks didn't always feel entirely authentic to her time period. And where the story ends up... Well, I'm not quite sure how I feel about it. Some parts were thought-provoking and made me genuinely curious as to what choices the characters might make and why. And then some parts seemed too convenient or contrived. In a way the story's wrapped up neatly, and in another, there are some twists that leave a lot of questions unanswered. Also, the cause of Lizzie's "immortality" feels incongruous with her past and the message of the story.

But given all of that, this was still a story I didn't want to put down - utterly engaging, which is definitely a treat! The target audience has to be a unique one, appealing to those who love different YA stories that are edgy but relatively "clean" with a faith message mixed in. While there were some issues that bugged me, I ultimately enjoyed The Afterlife of Lizzie Monroe and its quirky hero and heroine.

*I purchased a copy of this book and was not required to write a review. This is my honest opinion.*

About the Author

"Kelly Martin is a bestselling author of four young adult/Christian novels: Crossing the Deep, Saint Sloan, The Deception of Devin Miller, and Big is Beautiful. Saving Sloan, the Saint Sloan sequel, will come out in early 2014. The first of the Hindsight series, Out of the Blue, comes out in February 2014."

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• You can purchase the book now on Amazon! (Note that the special price of $.99 lasts through today - going back up to $3.99 Tuesday!)
• You can connect with the author on Facebook, Twitter, Goodreads, and her blog.
• You can subscribe to the author's newsletter HERE.

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Children's Mystery Book Spotlight ~ The Case of the Crafty Christmas Crooks

About the Book

"Buckley and Bogey, Cat Detectives, find their next case hits a little too close to home. Because someone has been breaking into houses and stealing all the Christmas presents! And the first two robberies even took place in their very own neighborhood. Holy Catnip! Of course, the boys leap in on all fours to investigate right away. Then it isn't long before they realize they are dealing with some real criminal masterminds, since these burglars know exactly how to cover their tracks. Plus, the crooks have the whole town of St. Gertrude on edge and they're threatening to ruin Christmas for everyone.

But figuring out the identity of the Christmas Crooks isn't the only mystery around. After all, Buckley had just been adopted from the cat shelter this year, and this was the first he'd ever heard about Christmas. And he quickly finds out there is a lot to learn! From Christmas trees to Santa Claus, and jingle bells to the birth of baby Jesus, the real meaning of Christmas is a mystery to him. But he and Bogey can't really enjoy any of it until the Christmas Crooks are caught. That's because it becomes very clear, very quick — these Christmas Crooks have set their sights on the boys' house, too! And the burglars are headed straight for their door. Holy Mackerel!"

About the Author

"Cindy Vincent was born in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, and has lived all around the US and Canada. She is the creator of the Mysteries by Vincent murder mystery party games and the Daisy Diamond Detective Series games for girls. She is also the award-winning author of the Buckley and Bogey Cat Detective Caper books, and the Daisy Diamond Detective book series. She lives with her husband and an assortment of fantastic felines."

About the Cat Detectives

"Buckley and Bogey are cat detectives who specialize in running surveillance on their home each and every night. And though they’re both black cats, they couldn’t be more different. Bogey is slim and sleek, and he generally takes things in stride. Buckley, on the other hand, is a gigantic Maine Coon cat with an anxiety disorder. And because he’s still a Rookie when it comes to the whole cat detective business, well, that just makes him even more nervous than before. Plus, it seems his body is always growing and he can never really get used to his size. Saluting with gigantic paws can be especially difficult. And it doesn’t help that he seems to make mistake after mistake . . .

Even so, Buckley's got a heart as big as the rest of him and he refuses to give up on his dream of being a great cat detective. Thankfully, Bogey doesn’t seem fazed by Buckley’s growing pains and he keeps teaching Buckley how to do the job right. Then, when the boys open their own detective agency and advertise it on the Internet, well, that’s when things really get interesting."

You can learn more at the Buckley and Bogey Cat Detective Capers website!

Want More?

• You can purchase The Case of the Crafty Christmas Crooks now on Amazon! (The Kindle e-book is currently only $3.97!)

• The book is currently on tour in the blogosphere! Check out the schedule, the awesome Pinterest contests, and more HERE. Today's stop is Dreaming Under the Same Moon.

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Contemporary Romance Book Spotlight ~ Love's Refuge

Sandra Leesmith is back with a brand-new inspirational contemporary romance! I had the pleasure of editing the book and assisting Sandra in publishing and promoting it (via my freelance editing & publicity business, Editing Through the Seasons). We're currently in the midst of the blog tour right now, so be sure to read on for more info about that!

About the Book

Skye Larsen loves her peaceful life on Leeza Island in Puget Sound – the tranquility, the friendly neighbors, and especially the safety from big-city dangers. So when cruel pranks start to escalate and changes threaten to overtake the island, Skye is determined to fight for her haven. The presence of a handsome vacationer and the unexpected feelings he awakens can’t distract her from her goal.

 Danny Fraser doesn’t realize how desperately he needs a rest until he meets Skye. By allowing him to glimpse her simple way of life, she helps him reorient his priorities – and steals his heart in the process. But his work and home in Seattle keep Skye at bay.

An isolated island girl with painful memories. A dedicated city boy with a wild past. What will it cost for them both to find a refuge from their storms? 

About the Author

Sandra Leesmith loves to travel in her RV and explore all of nature’s beauty, discover America’s history, and fellowship with the wonderful people she meets while on the road. She enjoys reading, writing, hiking, swimming, and pickleball. Learn more about Sandra and her books at www.sandraleesmith.com.

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• The Kindle e-book is on sale for $.99 during the blog tour (through Nov. 30th)!

• The book is currently on tour in the blogosphere! Check out the schedule, the awesome Kindle giveaway, and more HERE. Today's stop is Ann's Two Cents.

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Historical Romance Series Spotlight ~ Edge of Freedom

About Book 1

New York City, 1897 
She came to America searching for her brother. Instead all she's found is a web of danger.

Cara Hamilton had thought her brother to be dead. Now, clutching his letter, she leaves Ireland for America, desperate to find him. Her search leads her to a houseful of curious strangers, and one man who claims to be a friend--Rourke Walsh. Despite her brother's warning, Cara trusts Rourke, revealing her purpose in coming to New York.

She's then thrust into a world of subterfuge, veiled threats, and attempted murder, including political revolutionaries from the homeland out for revenge. Her questions guide her ever nearer to locating her brother--but they also bring her closer to destruction as those who want to kill him track her footsteps.

With her faith in tatters, all hope flees. Will her brother finally surface? Can he save Cara from the truth about Rourke... a man she's grown to love?

About Book 2

The nightmares of her past have found Ana Kavanagh an ocean away.

Ana Kavanagh's memories of Ireland are mostly of fire and pain. As a girl she survived a blaze that left her an orphan, left her scarred, and left her angry at God. Now in New York, Ana finds a kindred spirit in Eoghan Hamilton, who's struggling with his own anger. His twin sister, Cara, betrayed him by falling in love with his enemy.

Cast aside by everyone, Eoghan hopes to rejoin the Fenians, an organization pushing for change back in Ireland, by securing information against Rourke, the man his sister married. Ana, Cara's friend, may be his best source, and despite the attraction he feels, Eoghan determines to use the girl's sweet nature to his advantage.

Adding to the danger is a specter from Eoghan's own past, one whose thirst for vengeance knows no bounds. Eoghan must choose which road to follow--bitterness or forgiveness--and where to finally place his trust.

About Book 3

It's been two years since Tillie McGrath last saw Captain Keondric Morgan. He'd let her visit her ill fiancé before he died. Now the dashing captain has found her at the boarding house where she lives and has swept back into her life. But all is not well. He seems to be trying to protect her--from whom or what stays a secret.

Even years later, Keondric never forgot the heartbroken lass from his boat. When a crewmember's death-bed confession hints that her fiancé's death may have been murder, the captain knows he must try to save her. But his attention draws the notice of others as well, dangerous men who believe Tillie may have the last bit of evidence needed to put them away. And trying to stay safe may put them both in more danger than they could have ever imagined.

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About the Author

Elizabeth Ludwig is an award-winning author and an accomplished speaker and teacher. Her historical novel Love Finds You in Calico, California earned four stars from RT Book Reviews. She is the owner and editor of the popular literary blog The Borrowed Book. Along with her husband and two children, Elizabeth makes her home in Orange, Texas. Learn more at www.elizabethludwig.com.

 Want More?

• You can buy No Safe Harbor and Dark Road Home now, and pre-order Tide and Tempest (which release March 4, 2014). 

• Check out Elizabeth (AKA Lisa) and her books on the Bethany House website.

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Non-fiction Spotlight ~ God is Able

About the Book

"Got an IMPOSSIBLE situation? The anxiety it brings can wake you in the middle of a needed night’s sleep and then stalk you in the middle of broad daylight. It can sneak up on you and cast a cloak of fear and concern over your shoulders that you can’t seem to shake no matter how hard you try. It can take you down. Squash all hope. Stop you in your tracks.

IMPOSSIBLE. IMPENETRABLE. UNCHANGEABLE. Maybe so . . . until God gets involved. No matter the details of your circumstance, His raw power potential and immeasurable ability refuse to cower in the face of any challenge. Nothing is impossible with God. Nothing. Not even that thing. This is the uplifting, well-reasoned answer from New York Times best-selling author Priscilla Shirer—not a denial of life’s adversities and troubles, but a biblical reminder that God is always up to great things, even when His great things are greater then instant remedies and visible change. He is a God who cares . . . and a God who CAN. Believe it. Experience it. God Is Able."

About the Author

"Priscilla Shirer is a Bible teacher and conference speaker with a Master’s degree in Biblical Studies from Dallas Theological Seminary. Also a popular author, her books include the New York Times best seller The Resolution for Women, One in a Million, and Life Interrupted. Priscilla is married to Jerry with whom she founded Going Beyond Ministries. They have three sons and live in Dallas, Texas."

From the Author

 

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• You can find links to purchase the book HERE.

• You can learn more about the book and author on the B&H Publishing Group website and the Going Beyond Ministries website.

• Stop by on Friday to complete a puzzle featuring the cover for a chance to win a copy of the book!

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Historical Romance Book Spotlight ~ Bleeding Heart

Yes, I'm spotlighting my own book today... But I'm blessed to be this week's guest on the BB, so I thought I'd share some info about my debut once again!

About the Book

Five bleeding hearts. One profound journey.

Summer 1886

Sally Clay’s livelihood has been snatched away, but in its place arises an opportunity to escape from her sordid past and an unrelenting, unwanted suitor. Boarding a train with a heartsick rancher and an enigmatic miner, she leaves Virginia City behind and heads to Northern California, waiting for the chance to make right what went wrong three long years before.

But the road to revenge is far from smooth. Sally soon learns that the jagged pieces of a broken heart can far too easily wound the hearts of others – and hers isn’t the only heart that’s broken. Tragedy and fear dog her steps as she flees from the redwood forests to the high desert and back again. Will her bleeding heart ever find a way and a place to heal?

A desperate soiled dove. Three men who come to care for her. One man determined to claim her.

All on a journey that will show them what true love really involves.

Inspirational Historical Romance

About the Author

Amber Stokes has a Bachelor of Science degree in English and a passion for the written word - from blogging to writing poetry, short stories, and novels. After her brief time at college in Oregon, she is now back home among the redwoods of Northern California, living life one day at a time and pursuing her passion via freelance editing and self-publishing.
  
You can connect with Amber on her personal blog (Seasons of Humility), the group blog she contributes to (The Borrowed Book), Twitter, Pinterest, Goodreads, Shelfari, and LinkedIn.

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• You can purchase the book now in paperback and Kindle e-book formats! (The e-book is currently only $.99 - or free when you purchase the paperback, courtesy of Amazon's Matchbook program!)
• You can learn more about the book and find extras at www.bleedingheartnovel.blogspot.com.
• You can learn more about the book's prequel (releasing Winter 2014) at www.forgetmenotnovel.blogspot.com.
• And be sure to stop by later this week to hear from me (the author) and enter for a chance to win a Kindle copy of the book!

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