Raw Faith Book Review

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About the Book

As a respected Bible teacher, Kasey Van Norman had dedicated her life to sharing God's Word and encouraging women to trust in God during times of crisis. Then, just as her ministry was poised to explode, Kasey was diagnosed with an aggressive form of cancer that shattered her spirit and rocked her faith to its core. Sick, frightened, and in pain, Kasey suddenly found herself facing the greatest challenge of her life--"believing her own message."In "Raw Faith," Kasey chronicles her courageous battle with cancer, taking readers on a candid and poignant journey of faith and discovery, from the depths of despair through triumphant victory.Drawing on a variety of Bible stories and characters, Kasey discovers and distills the singular truth that has existed since time began: while change and uncertainty are inevitable, God is "always" unchanging, and He is "always" faithful--even when our circumstances might tempt us to think otherwise. (Goodreads)

My Review

What a great book written by a person I would love to meet one day. Kasey Van Norman has told her story in her previous book Named By God. In this book she talks about her battle with cancer that completely tipped her world upside down. This was a huge test of faith, I can't imagine what it must be like to wonder how long you will live. 

There were so many encouraging parts to this book full of verses and personality. Kasey talks about God's promises and lists the many verses that tie in with those promises. 

"We think that if things go our way, then God is faithful. If they don't then he must not be listening-or he must not be powerful enough to do anything about it...(But for the Christian) it's built on the bedrock that God is who he says he is and that he will do everything he has promised." Raw Faith

"When we stop trusting God for our future and instead choose to go our own way, we will inevitably run out of resources." Raw Faith

Kasey tells her story and it shows how powerful God is even in the worst of times. 

I highly recommend!

Look for this book April 1, 2014!

"I received this book from Tyndale Publishing for free in exchange for an honest review."

Distortion Book Review

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About the Book

When Juliet Cole’s husband of fifteen years is gunned down in a dark parking lot before her eyes, she thinks it was a random shooting. Devastated and traumatized, she answers hours of questioning. When she’s finally allowed to return home to break the news to her boys, she hears a voicemail that takes the situation from a random shooting to a planned, deliberate attack. ‘Mrs. Cole, we know you have access to the supply and the money. If you don’t turn fifty million over to us and give us the codes, then you’ll be burying more family members.’ Suddenly, Juliet realizes that she and her children could be in danger. She teams up with her sisters and PI Michael Hogan to dig into the sham Bob has been living for years. The more she learns, the worse the betrayal. A drug trafficking history, a fortune in cash, and a secret family all emerge to turn Juliet’s belief system on its head, and threaten the things she loves.
Are she and her sisters skilled enough as sleuths to get to the truth? (Goodreads)

My Review

What a fantastic book!! I haven't read anything by Terri Blackstock and this one was superb on every level. Fast moving suspense with every page. This is the second book in this series though it could be read alone. I am going to go back and read the first one because it has the same people in it and is talked about in Distortion. The characters are great, I love how the family pulls together when tragedy strikes. After the murder the story continues to spiral for Juliet and her kids. Right when you think things can't get any worse, they do! Juliet and her sister become sleuths on trying to figure out exactly who her husband was, since apparently she had no idea!

If you love suspense this is a fantastic book. I highly recommend!

Stop by Terri's website to learn more about her books.  

Look for this book March 14, 2014!

"I received this book from Litfuse for free in exchange for an honest review."  

Don't miss Terri Blackstock's latest release in the Moonlighters series, Distortion.

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• A brand new Kindle Fire HDX
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An Invisible Hand Book Review

 

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About the Book

 

 

 

An Invisible Hand is a new Christian novella by Kathy Golden. It’s the story of a young lady who goes shopping one day, and healings start taking place in her presence. Not only does she not understand why they are happening, but there’s a particular aspect of this healing “gift,” she’s not at all pleased with.

This novella is scheduled for release in May 2014. You can receive updates at http:wwww.aninvisiblehandbykathygolden.com.

My Review

Kathy was so kind in offering for me to review her new book An Invisible Hand. This is a not a book I would typically pick up at the store but I wanted to read something different. I think this book could create a lot of controversy with what people believe but I chose to have an open mind and enjoy the book. The main story line is about a woman who is suddenly able to heal others of which she has no control because God is doing it through her. Do I think it's possible to for miracles to happen? Yes. I think sometimes people take advantage of being miracle workers in order to make money. This is also put in the book which I liked because it shows how people take advantage of things that really are possible through Christ. The other part of the book is centered around the main characters romance and that is the part that did not interest me so much. I do like the character growth throughout the story with her faith in God. 

I received an ARC copy but I see this author becoming a better writer the more she writes. I did enjoy this book and was pleasantly surprised with the overall story line. I rate four stars. 

"I received a copy of this book from the author for free in exchange for an honest review."

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Scraps of Evidence Book Review

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About the Book

Tess has taken some ribbing from her fellow officer, Logan, for her quilting hobby. He finds it hard to align the brisk professional officer he patrols with during the day with the one who quilts in her off-time. Besides, he s been trying to get to know her better and he d like to be seeing her during those few nights a week she spends with her quilting guild. Then one afternoon Tess and Logan visit her aunt in the nursing home, and the woman acts agitated when Tess covers her with the story quilt. Aunt Susan is attempting to communicate a message to them about Tess s uncle. There s a story behind this quilt, they realize, one that may lead them to a serial killer. Will they have a chance to have a future together, or will the killer choose Tess for his next victim before they find him? (Goodreads)

My Review

This book was a pleasant surprise! I really enjoyed the characters and the suspenseful story line. The love story is sweet but the story does focus on the current homicide that the two detectives are dealing with. Tess lost her friend on the night of high school prom and ever since she has been trying to find the killer. When another victim shows up with the same signs Tess and her new partner uncover the past. I love how the author incorporated the quilt in with this book (I can't giveaway details) but it was a very creative idea. While full of suspense, it's slightly predictable (at least it was for me) but the quilt added a twist. For a short suspense with a touch of romance this makes for a good read!

"I received this book from Litfuse free in exchange for an honest review."

Barbara Cameron's Scraps of Evidence is the newest book in the Quilts of Love line, and Barbara is celebrating with an "intriguing" Kindle HDX giveaway!

One winner will receive:

• A Kindle Fire HDX
• Scraps of Evidence by Barbara Cameron
• Tempest's Course by Lynette Sowell
• Aloha Rose by Lisa Carter

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