Showing posts with label Kellie Coates Gilbert. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Kellie Coates Gilbert. Show all posts

Sunday, February 8, 2015

Where River's Part Book Review

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 About the Book

Following in her estranged father's footsteps, Dr. Juliet Ryan has devoted her scientific acumen to corporate America, providing safe drinking water for millions--and affording her plenty of perks along the way. Then, without warning, a fast-moving disaster sweeps Juliet into a whirlpool of corporate scandal and puts lives at risk. As she scrambles to find answers, Juliet must face her deepest wounds and join forces with her father to expose a far-reaching conspiracy. Underneath it all, she struggles to forgive those who betrayed her trust--not least of all her own father. (Goodreads)



 My Review

After reading the first book in this series I was anxious to read the next! This book can be read completely stand alone from the other and I was surprised by the difference of topics and style. Juliet finally feels like she has gotten the career of her dreams. Success, handsome man, and just maybe everything else will fall into place. As things start to turn for the worst in every aspect of her life she is unsure where or who to turn to. 
This book really is unique with the setting and characters. I love San Antonio and the Riverwalk where much of the story takes place. It was interesting to see how a big company that provides bottled water could work. The best part of this book is the reality of life when things go horribly wrong and discovering God in the midst of the good and the bad. Kellie has a unique writing style and take on life and I enjoy her books. I did enjoy the first book more so than this one but both are good.
Four stars. 

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


















Monday, June 2, 2014

A Woman of Fortune Book Review


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 About the Book
 

Texas socialite Claire Massey is living the dream. Her world is filled with designer clothes, luxury cars, and stunning homes. But her Neiman-Marcus lifestyle comes crashing down when her charming cattle broker husband is arrested for fraud. Suddenly, she finds herself facing attorneys, a media frenzy, and a trail of broken hearts. Betrayed and humiliated, Claire must start over against incredible odds to save her family–and discover a life worth living.
Poignant and emotionally gripping, A Woman of Fortune reveals the many ways we deceive ourselves and how resilience of the heart is essential to authentic living. Drawing on her experiences as a legal investigator, author Kellie Coates Gilbert delivers emotionally gripping plots and authentic characters. Readers will love Claire’s unbending determination as she strives to keep her family from falling apart and learns to embrace the kind of fortune that lasts. (Goodreads)


My Review

I really loved this book I couldn't put it down. The characters, the setting, and the overall scandal are fabulously written. Based off of the author's personal experience she delves into what life would be like if you husband or significant other is arrested and convicted? What would it be like as the son/daughter? Such a great perspective interwoven with God's love. A couple things in the book seemed unrealistic but in such a situation I imagine people do crazy things. I think Claire's ending seems too easy but who knows. I loved this book. 
I highly recommend!!
"I received this book from Revell for free in exchange for an honest review."