Greiving the Loss of a Loved One ~ Kathe Wunnenberg

This is a hardcover book for those dealing with a loss and the grieving process.  It is a small hand held book that is a great devotional to be read daily or weekly, you pick the pace you want to do.  It covers different subjects and feelings that you feel and go through during this difficult time.  Each devotional ends with a prayer and has space for you to journal your thoughts. Kathe does a great job of each devotional starting out with scripture, the devotional, prayer and then the journal space.   Her main focus is on grieving for a loved one, however, I think you could use this book to help with any type of loss, example: loss of job, loss of friendship, and any other loss you can think of.

I would recommend this to anyone (any age) that is grieving a loss, it is a great book.  The format is easy and very simple to navigate for your needs.  I was impressed at the high quality of the book and it's contents.  This is a great book that I hope people will buy and share for many years, as I think it will make a difference for those difficult circumstances. 

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Service Tails ~ Ace Collins

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This is a great inspirational book.  You don't need to be a dog lover to love the stories in this book.  The book tells stories of service dogs from all different breeds and  the reasons for their work.  The first chapter will give you the history of how service dogs came about in America.  Then each chapter is about a person and their service dog.  You can read each chapter as a stand alone or a short story, you don't have to read from beginning to end, you may skip around.

I would recommend this to everyone of every age to read.  What an inspirational book that will make everyone smile.  This book can take a bad day and turn it around just by reading one story.  If you are a dog lover you will especially enjoy this book.  After you read it, the story or stories will stick with you.  Love this book and enjoyed learning how these dogs are changing the lives of people and changing the way society treats those with disabilities.   GREAT BOOK!!!!

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No Way Up ~ Mary Connealy

This is book #1 of the Cimarron Legacy Series .  When Chance Boden, ranch owner, is hurt in an avalanche, it makes him think of his future and the future of his legacy.  He decides that if his sons and daughter plan to inherit the ranch, they must all come together and settle all differences, by living for one year on the ranch, together.  Heath is a hired hand on the ranch and assists Chance to get his wishes fulfilled.  Heath becomes friends with Sadie, the daughter and realizes that the avalanche may have been an attempt to murder Chance.  The relationship between Heath and Sadie, keeps readers attached to the book.  The family aspect of the story, is of mystery, heartwarming and funny. 

I would recommend this book to those that would like an entertaining, funny and mystery story all in one.  This is a book that you can read on a relaxing afternoon when you want to get wrapped up in a book. You will get attached to the characters in this book. 

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Without Warning ~ Lynette Eason

This is book #2 of the Elite Guardian Series and just as intense and suspenseful as book #1.  This book can stand on it's own, however, once you read this you will want to go back and read #1.  What a great suspenseful and action pack story.  Kate has another assignment of guarding a restaurant owner that may be in danger.  Daniel, the owner, is very skeptical that a female can keep him protected.  As Kate and her team convince Daniel to give them a chance, he soon realizes the danger that he is in.  This story has many twist, turns and heart pounding situations that are page turning from beginning to end.

This is a book I recommend to any age if you like a suspenseful, action packed and non-stop drama, then this is a read for you.  It will keep you reading till the end.  I can't wait till Book #3, Moving Target coming in Spring 2017.  If you didn't read book #1, go read it now, it is just as great as this one...... !  I am hooked on this series and would love to see these books made into a tv series or a mini movie series.

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Missing ~ Lisa Harris

Book #2 of the Nikki Boyd Files and can be read as a stand alone.  This is a suspenseful story that from the first chapter, starts out with the murder of 2 people and Nikki Boyd is called in to help solve the case.  This is the type of book that will leave you hanging at the end of every chapter, wanting you to read more to find out what happens.  The story has many twist, turns and plots that leaves you wondering how it will end.

I would recommend this ages 18 and older that want drama and suspense.  The reason I say 18 and up is because,  I didn't like some of the language used in the story.  I wished Lisa had found other ways to express her details without using cursing words.  Even with that being said, I did enjoy the page turning thriller, that I look forward to reading book #3  Pursed, coming in Spring 2017. 

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What Matters Most ~ Kellie Coates Gilbert

In book #4 of the Texas Gold Series it is a stand alone book, so don't worry if you have not read any of the others.  This is a political drama novel, however, don't let that deter you from reading.  It is a very touching, heartfelt and a little bit of suspense story.  Leta has to quit school, come home to find a job and become a caregiver to her mother, who has dementia.   She finds a job and a love interest that is involved in the political world.  When her job becomes a political issue, does she tell her new love interest and risk her job and relationship?  You will need to read, to find out.  This novel is so packed with adventure that it will keep you reading till the end.

I would recommend to those that would like to read a novel that has many different story lines and keep you interested.  If you like a read with one main character involved with different conflicts and life decisions that have to be made, this is for you.   I really enjoyed this read from beginning to the end.  It really has a political side that will make reader think about today's real issue and thinking does this really happen?  Read and decide for yourself.

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God Gave Us Thankful Hearts ~ Lisa Tawn Bergren and David Holm

Another great added addition to the GOD Gave Us books.   This book tells of a bear family and the baby bear is not happy with the changes that the Fall season brings. As his mother and father correct him to be thankful for the things he has and for the changes.  This is a great story that teaches all ages to look at what you have, not what you don't have.

I would recommend this book to everyone, the art work and story line is of great teachings.  When reading this book, it will make you realize how thankful you should be for everything, good and bad.  Buy this book for yourself and buy it for a gift, it is one of those books that you will talk about, think about and learn a lesson from.   GREAT BOOK!!!   I am very thankful for this author and artist, can't wait for the next one.

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Eden Hill ~ Bill Higgs

As the story takes place in Kentucky, 1960's, our author takes us back into time.  This is the a great story about a small town with many loveable characters.  We begin with being introduced to Virgil and Mavine a couple that own a small garage in a small town.  When a new couple buy the lot across the street and move into town to build a fantasy updated gas station, the adventure begins. How will Virgil and his family survive?  By the grace of GOD as we learn in this book.  The Reverend is new to this town and has to deal with a congregation that not all are adaptable to change.  This book will get you attached to the town, the characters and the life they portray.  I didn't want this book to end, and I hope Bill will write another book to continue with the town. 

I would recommend this book to everyone that wants a wholesome read.  It is one of those books you become attached to and will take with you, just in case you have a few moments to keep reading.  I wanted to finish, but I also didn't want it to end.  This story feels like an old friend that you just sit down with and chat.   Loved this book!  It was a great book to just relax and get away from everything.  

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Delilah ~ Angela Hunt

This is a book based on the life of Delilah from the bible.  It is not a story based only on the history and fantasy part of the bible, it is a story with the basis of biblical sense.  Angela does a great job of putting you back into the time of Delilah and her life as a women in a man's world.  Each chapter is either told in Delilah's vision or Samson's vision.  It has great detail and keeps you interested by all the drama, story line and attention to details that will make you feel you are in the book.  The story tugs on your feelings and emotions that keep you wanting more.

I would recommend this book to those that want a great read that you can't put down.  It keeps going with lots of details and history.  If you really enjoy history or learning about the bible then this book is for you.  Angela Hunt never let's her readers down!! Great, entertaining, emotional and so much more of a read.

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from the publisher through Bethany House. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising