"The Wish"
​by Beverly Lewis

"Tangled Webs"
​by Irene Hannon

After a disastrous Middle East mission ends his six-year Army Ranger career, Finn McGregor needs some downtime. A peaceful month in the woods sounds like the perfect way to decompress. But peace isn't on the agenda once he crosses paths with publishing executive Dana Lewis, a neighbor who is nursing wounds of her own. Someone seems bent on disrupting her stay in the lakeside cabin she inherited from her grandfather. As Finn and Dana work together to discover who is behind the disquieting pranks, the incidents begin to take on a menacing tone. And when it becomes apparent Dana's foe may have deadly intent, Finn finds himself back in the thick of the action--ready or not.
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​I have enjoyed getting to the McGregor brothers throughout the Men of Valor series. I enjoyed each book in this series, but this book was my favorite. From the very beginning I was drawn into the action that filled this story. I found myself captivated by the tangled webs that Finn and Dana found themselves in as they tried to stay safe while exploring their budding romance. While we do know pretty early on in the book who the culprit(s) are, I did not find myself getting annoyed and frustrated at the main characters for not realizing what was going on and who was behind the trouble as I usually do when we know who the culprit is in the early parts of the book. The story was very well written with the right dose of intrigue, romance, and adventure. I would highly recommend this book to anyone who loves a good mystery.
 
I received a free copy of this book from the publisher. No review positive or negative was required. All opinions are my own.
 

"The Christmas Angel Project"
​by Melody Carlson

Five women from different walks of life have become close friends through their book club--enjoying one another's company even more than they enjoy the books. So when the leader of the book club unexpectedly passes away on the cusp of the Christmas season, the four remaining friends are stunned. They relied on Abby for inspiration and motivation. She was the glue that held them together, and they're sure that without her the group can't continue. 

When the group gathers "one last time" to open a bag Abby's husband gives them, they find Abby had made each of them an angel ornament for Christmas, crafted especially for each woman and accompanied by a sweet and personal note. Inspired by their beloved friend, together Cassidy, Louisa, Grace, and Belinda decide to commit themselves to becoming Christmas Angels to others in need. Each woman will use her life situation and talents to reach out and help others in her own unique way--little knowing that her own life and her relationships will be changed forever.
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I was really looking forward to reading this book, but I found myself having a hard time getting into the story. The first few chapters were very hard to read and get through, for whatever reason they just could not keep my attention. However, once I finally got to the heart of the book, I really enjoyed it. I loved how each of the four women took the troubles and trials that they have faced throughout their lives and used them to help others. The book inspired me to try to do more to help others. We can all use the gifts and abilities that God has given us to help others, and this book is an excellent reminder of that. I want to thank Melody Carlson for reminding me that while we all have our own share of problems other people have problems and needs as well, and I need to think about others more and do more for them.
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I received a free copy of this book from the publisher. No review positive or negative was required. All opinions are my own.

"Catching Heat"
​by Janice Cantore

Twenty-seven years after the deaths of Detective Abby Hart’s parents, she’s desperate to find the proof that will put the mastermind―the governor’s wife―behind bars. When she joins a newly formed task force and teams up with PI Luke Murphy, Abby is sent to San Luis Obispo to work the cold case of a murdered college student. Realizing their investigation will bring them near the town where Alyssa Rollins grew up, Abby decides to do a little digging of her own into the Triple Seven fire.

Luke is eager to help Abby close the books on a case they both have personal stakes in. But as she uncovers long-held secrets, Abby stumbles into an explosive situation, and Luke fears that her obsession may prove deadly.
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This is the third and final book in the Cold Case Justice series and what a ride it has been. From the very beginning of the series, I was hooked. After reading the first book, I could not wait to read the next one, and the same is true with this final book. I was held captive by the intriguing storylines, heart stopping suspense, and lovable characters. In this final book, we finally get the answers that Abby and Luke have looking for regarding the mysterious deaths of their loved ones. I was a little disappointed about how everything turned out in the end. For three books now we have been waiting to receive justice, but at the end of this third book it seemed like the ending was a bit rushed for me. I would have liked to see some more interaction between Luke and his family, plus Abby and Luke’s family.
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Overall this book was an enjoyable and suspenseful read. I could not put the book down because I was again captivated by the story. What I enjoyed most about this entire series was the ongoing case that tied into all three books. I have read many book over the past two years (the amount of time this series was published during), but this series was unforgettable. As I read other books, I found myself wondering about the Cold Case Justice series and trying to figure out how everything was going to play out. I would highly recommend this entire series to anyone looking for a good adventure.
 
I received a free copy of this book from the publisher. No review positive or negative was required. All opinions are my own.

"Jesus Talked To Me Today"
complied by James Stuart Bell

A Heartwarming Story Collection of Children's Encounters with God, Angels, and Miracles

Children have a special place in Jesus' heart. He said they are the greatest in the kingdom of heaven, and their angels continually see the face of God. Perhaps that's why children seem to be more receptive to supernatural experiences than adults.

This new collection reveals how God works in the lives of these precious little ones. It contains the touching true stories of children who have heard Jesus speak, encountered angels, and experienced miracles. We could all use more childlike faith, and these stories “from the mouths of babes” will encourage readers to be open to hear from the Lord in a fresh, sweet, and pure way.
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I was really excited to read this book, but sadly the book did not meet my expectations. I believe in God and know that He works in mysterious ways, but the way some of the stories are told make them sound as if someone made them up. I was also disappointed in that fact that numerous versions of the Bible were used. This is not a book that I would recommend to anyone.
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I received a free copy of this book from the publisher. No review positive or negative was required. All opinions are my own.