The Master Craftsman by Kelli Stuart

 I expected this book to be of higher quality from the authors that recommended it on the cover.  It was a disappointment.  The dialogue between the characters kept repeating similar phrases and thoughts.  I was half way through the book and the "adventure" had not even begun.  The second half of the book was more interesting but predictable.  It felt like the historical facts were thrown into the narrative but the story plot was plodding along and I only kept reading because this was a review book.  If the characters were real they would have been very irresponsible and I can't imagine any parent participating in what Ava's parents did to put their child at such risk.  This story just didn't seem plausible.

I received this book from the publishers but was not required to write a positive review.

Sea Glass Cottage by Irene Hannon

 The great thing about the book series HOPE HARBOR by Irene Hannon is that they can be enjoyed individually or as a series.  In Sea Glass Cottage we return to Hope Harbor with two new characters which brings anticipation and characters from past books that brings a feeling of familiarity and home.  Jack is a confirmed bachelor enjoying a peaceful and productive life as police officer and author.  Into the life the controlled, "safe" life he's created for himself drops two emotional bombshells.  Although he doesn't always deal with these events in the best manner he wants to do what is best for all parties involved.  As he searches his own soul for truth and aunthenticity he is surprised at the detailed way God brings good out of difficult and even painful circumstances.

I received this book from the publishers but was not required to write a positive review.