Bethany House Publishers has released a new addition to the Christian Suspense genre, and from the chilling title alone, mystery enthusiasts will no doubt be drawn to this dynamic novel. Cold Shot is a masterfully written story by acclaimed author Dani Pettrey, who has woven together numerous elements of emotion, faith, and struggles into a unique and unpredictable storyline. Cold Shot is a seamlessly crafted story with such a deep feeling of realness, that it is almost difficult to believe that Griffin, Finley, Parker, Declan, and the rest of the team are actually fictional characters. Continue reading
Christian Contemporary Fiction
Just Not as Amazing as Book #1…
The moment we’ve all been waiting for has arrived! Er, well, at least all the readers and subsequent fans of Katie Fisher, heroine in the first book in the Brides with Style series (Every Bride Needs a Groom) will be pleased to discover that the sequel has been released! Written by Janice Thompson and published by Revell in the autumn of 2015, Every Girl Gets Confused is a treat because it takes us back to visit people who feel like old friends, in a community that feels like home. But is the silliness still as charming as the first book, and do the annoying innuendos remain few and far between, as they most certainly should? In essence, does the sequel live up to its predecessor? Continue reading
An Incredibly Well-Done Suspense Novel
Vendetta, written by Lisa Harris and published by Revell in the fall of 2015, is the first book in a new series entitled “The Nikki Boyd Files”. As a mystery and romantic thriller, this novel has it all – heart-pounding action, emotional drama, and suspense that is enough to make you a little (or a lot) hesitant to read it after dark! Of course if you are like me, you WILL still read it after the sun goes down, because the suspense will just be too much to bear, and you will HAVE to find out what happens next.
Vendetta is very reminiscent of various crime shows on television, just in book format. In similar television fashion, it seems the series will have an ongoing story woven between the books. Of course, this first book also contains a separate-but-related mystery that is solved by the end. With this technique in play, I’m sure you realize that after reading Vendetta you will be anxiously waiting for the next book in the series, set to be released in July 2016! Continue reading
An Interesting Story of an Unsuspecting Little Town…
Isn’t it fun to open the pages of a new book and immediately be transported to that location? Well, if you open the pages of Ann H. Gabhart’s newest release from Revell entitled Murder at the Courthouse, you will undoubtedly find yourself visiting the small town of Hidden Springs, Kentucky. It is a pleasant-enough town, with your average number of busybodies, family feuds, and personal histories that are known by everyone. One unique thing about this town, however, is the fact that it is home to a murderer. And not just any murderer, but one who leaves their victim on the front steps of the courthouse – in broad daylight! As you can see, Hidden Springs may not be such an ordinary town after all… Continue reading
Charming, Eccentric, and Hopefully the First of a Long Series!
I have two words to describe Virginia Smith’s The Most Famous Illegal Goose Creek Parade… Utterly charming! It is truly the type of book that creates a strong desire in readers to crawl inside the pages and live there. Permanently. At least that’s how I felt, especially after my feelings of devastation at reaching the final page. With its blend of comedy and quirkiness, wisdom and whimsy, the town of Goose Creek is sure to win your heart, too.
The paramount element of this little book comes in the form of characters who may just as well be your next-door neighbors and friends, for they certainly step beyond the bounds of descriptive words on paper. These characters live and breathe. They have emotions, quirks, and motives. And each one is endearing in a special way. Continue reading
Take a Vacation to Hope Harbor
“Come home to Hope Harbor – Where hearts heal… and love blooms.”
Hope Harbor is the first book I have read by bestselling author Irene Hannon, and I’m so glad to have discovered her. Charmingly, her prose sparkles with both realism and a tiny hint of the extraordinary. From the first pages, the town of Hope Harbor and all its residents tugged me in like a warm embrace. Continue reading
A Heart-Pumping Story of Suspense – With a Foundation of Faith!
Title: Gone Without a Trace
Author: Patricia Bradley
Publishing House/Publication Date: Revell/July, 2015
Genres: Christian Fiction; Romantic Suspense
Time Period: Modern Day
Number of Pages: 336
Series: Book #3 in the ‘Logan Point’ series
You should read this book if… You enjoy stories filled with suspense, heart-pumping action, mystery, and a little romance, too. Added to this exciting mixture is the underlying structure of Christian faith, meaning that if this book were a movie, it would not be rated R! Also, if readers have enjoyed the previous two 
books in the series, this story will provide an enjoyable visit with numerous recurring characters (although it does not seem necessary to read the books in order). Continue reading
Hilarious Start to a New Series!
Title: Every Bride Needs a Groom
Author: Janice Thompson
Publishing House/Publication Date: Revell/2015
Genres: Christian Fiction; Inspirational Romance; Comedy
Time Period: Modern Day
Number of Pages: 368
Series: Book #1 in the ‘Brides with Style’ series Continue reading
How to Catch a Prince review
Title: How to Catch a Prince
Author: Rachel Hauck
Publishing House/Publication Date: Zondervan/2015
Genres: Christian Fiction; Inspirational Romance
Time Period: Modern Day
Number of Pages: 360
Series: Book #3 in ‘The Royal Wedding Series’ Continue reading
Miracle at the Higher Grounds Cafe review
Espressos and angels and the God Blog, oh my! If you enjoy lighthearted stories that hold timeless messages and quirky characters, you are certain to adore the newest story from bestselling Christian author Max Lucado – Miracle at the Higher Grounds Café: A Heavenly Novel. Co-written with Candace Lee and Eric Newman and published by Thomas Nelson in the spring of 2015, Mr. Lucado’s newest release is delightfully unexpected, and humorous in all the right places. Whether or not you enjoy the types of caffeinated beverages served at Higher Grounds Cafe, Continue reading
Prairie Sky Book Reviews 