Saturday, September 30, 2023

Lost and Found by Suzanne Woods Fisher

I read this book in one setting.  An amazing book dealing with honesty, mental health issues, church unity and acceptance of differences.  Ms Fisher is a true master at creating an enticing tale and at the same time addressing serious issues that impact many people not just in the Amish community but for all.  She hits head on the stigma associated with mental illness and how much damage we can cause our loved ones by not reaching out and helping others receive proper treatment.  The book has a much broader theme of being honest with oneself and reaching out for dreams despite fear or opposition.  There's a lot packed into this book about relationships personal and within the fellowship of a church body.  But it is in no way a dry reading.  I couldn't stop turning pages once I started.  A delightful part of the book was each chapter had a short blurb about a specific bird and its symbolism in the Bible or for Christians.  

I received this book from the publsihers but was not requird to write a positive review.

Monday, September 4, 2023

A Royal Christmas by Melody Carlson

 Opening this book is like stepping into a modern fairy tale.  Complete with a shocking DNA discovery, missing prince, rival heir to the throne and one very handsome assistant this story has all the ingredients for a spicy mix of intrigue and romance.  Adelaide never knew anything about her father until a letter appears in her mailbox.  As she weaves her way through building a relationship with the father she just met and side stepping advances by Prince Georg while negotiating terms with her step-mother she learns what it means to await God's timing.  

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