Journey to New Heights

Journey to New Heights
We need a heart for the lost

Monday, April 30, 2018

Amish Rescue by Debbie Giusti

My review today is on the Love Inspired Suspense, Amish Rescue. This is the third book in the Amish Protectors Series. I really like Amish books and I really like suspense books so Debbie's book are some of my favorites. This book is well written, action packed, and full of faith. I know you are going to love it. I did! I especially liked the end.
Englisher Sarah Miller was abducted and held by a Dr. Jekyll and Mr Hyde.  The man bought her years ago after her mother was killed. Her and her sister were held captive in a cabin for awhile. Someone had taken Miriam away. Victor had bought her and kept her in his home as a prisoner to care for his mother. Up until today he had never abused her but today everything changed. She must escape. A young Amish man came to ask for work from her abuser. Victor hires him and when the man leaves Sarah is hidden in the back of the buggy.
Joachim Burkholder is a farmer. He is returning home to hopefully reconcile with his estranged datt. Five years ago his brother was killed and his datt blamed him, not anymore than he blamed himself. On his way home he stops at his neighbor to see  if they would want him to repair the grand old house. He sees a young woman in the upstairs window. She looks  so sad. He talks to Victor and agrees to work for him. Victor takes him around the house to see what needs to be done. He notices the tarp in the back of his buggy has been moved as he leaves. He soon figures out he has a stow a way. He is appalled when he finds that she has been force to be a slave and is determined to help her.
A struggle of two broken souls trying to find peace in a world of chaos. Memories from the past keep them apart until their love for each other takes over.  God has a plan for these two, a good plan and not for evil. God has a plan for you too. A plan for a hope and a future.Give Him your heart and watch Him turn your life around.

Friday, April 27, 2018

Heart Unbroken by Alexa Verde

My review today is on the Christian Multicultural Romantic Suspense, Heart Unbroken. This is the third book in The Potter's House Series. This book is a great read! I was given this book as an ARC. I'm not required to give a review but I know you are going to want to read this one. The story is well written, action packed, and fast paced. Faith is interwoven throughout the story like a fine tapestry. I enjoy revisiting some of the characters in Rios Azules.
Former drug addict Emma Hughes is now living in Rios Azules. She had left her husband and child years ago to feed her addiction. Now she's a Christian and although her ex-husband has remarried she is trying to connect with her son. She has started over and is struggling to stay clean. Someone is threatening her. Should she leave? Is her son and his family in danger too? How can she let a stranger help her when she has no future and he is still in love with his dead wife?
Sheriff Rodrigo Ybarra is on vacation. He's a widower who comes to the beach to try to heal. Two years ago his wife was killed by a junkie. How are you suppose to get over that? He's at a restaurant when one of the men grab a waitress and starts shouting at her. He steps in and helps her. Her boss comes out and tells the girl to go take a break. The owner thanks him and offers him a free desert. Emma comes out later and fills his tea and asks what he wants for desert. He is drawn to her but he soon find out that Emma is a  drug addict, even though she is clean now and has been for some time. Her life is being threatened. He must protect her.
Two brokenhearted souls struggling to find peace. They must learn to love and trust each other and the God who has brought them together. God has a plan for these two, a good plan and not for evil. God has a plan for you too. He has a plan for a hope and a future for you. Give your heart to God. Trust Him and He will turn your life around.

Wednesday, April 25, 2018

An Unexpected Redemption by Davalynn Spencer

My review today is on the Western Romance, An Unexpected Redemption. This is the second book in the Front Range Brides Series. I really liked the first book in the series so I was thrilled when Davalynn sent me this book to read. I was not required to review it but I really enjoyed this book and I want you all to read it too. I know you will love it. This book is well written, full of adventure, and heart warming.
Elizabeth (Betsy Parker) Beaumont returns home to start over. She eloped six years ago right after her parents death. Now her husband left her, shes divorced, and lost her job; it's time to come home. She returns in the middle of the night hoping no one would see her. Her arrival is hindered by a fire at the hotel and she ends up in a bucket brigade. She returns to the depot wet and sooty. A dog tries to steal her recticule and rips it open, knocking her on her backside. A man comes up to try to help her. Trust, especially in men is an issue for her. The man was really irritating and she refuses his help.
Sheriff Garrett Wilson is intrigued by the city woman. He tries to help her after his dog knocked her over but she won't have anything to do him. His landlady calls her Betsy and he soon finds out that she use to break horses and is the best shot in town, not a city girl after all. She takes a job working for a new attorney. Garret doesn't trust this man and feels like he must protect her. What is this snake up to?
A journey of two souls who are meant to be together. They must learn to trust one another and trust God. God has a plan for them, a good plan and not for evil. God has a plan for you too, a plan for a hope and a future. Give him your heart and watch Him turn your life around.

Monday, April 23, 2018

Guarding the Babies by Sandra Robbins

My review today is on the Love Inspired Suspense, Guarding the Babies. I really enjoy Sandra's work. This book is an excellent example of her writing abilities. This book is well written, action packed, and full of intrigue. Sandra has woven her faith throughout this story like an intricate tapestry. I know you are going to love it.
Singer Holly Lee has come home to deal with the orphaned twins of her sister. She's awakened to silence from the nursery. She finds a man trying to abduct the babies.She attacks the man with a broom and fights him off. She calls 911 and they send her old boyfriend she hadn't seen for ten years.
Deputy Sheriff Cole Jackson comes when he hears that Holly is in trouble. They were once very close. He was a part of her band but he let her go. He knew she had the talent to make it but he also knew he didn't. Now he is in a place where he can help her. Can he protect them without losing his heart again? He's determined to keep her and the babies safe. They soon find themselves in a mess they never dreamed of.
A journey of two souls that were meant to be together. Their lives and the lives of the babies in jeopardy. They must learn to forgive each other, trust each other, but most of all trust in God. He has a plan for these two, a good plan and not for evil. God has a plan for you too, a plan for a hope and a future. Give Him your heart and watch Him turn your life around.

Friday, April 20, 2018

The Littlest Target by Maggie K. Black

My review today is on the Love Inspired Suspense, The Littlest Taget. This is the second book in the True North Heros Series. I always enjoy Maggie's books. This was is excellent, I know you are going to love it. This book is well written, action packed and full of twists. Faith is interwoven through the story like a fine tapestry. A great read!
Daisy Hayward is a nanny in Canada. She is carrying for nine month old Fitz when she hears a deafening crash. She is use to her boss and his wife fighting but they have given up shouting and were now destroying their home. Anna screamed "No don't shoot" A loud crack sounded and Anna's shouts ended. Daisy takes the baby and runs. She's leaving when she meets her boss coming home. He wasn't the one who shot his wife after all. He switches cars with her and tells her where to go. She looks back and the house is on fire. She takes off but someone is following her. She's run off the road but is rescued by a paramedic.
Rapid Responce Paramedic Max Henry is on his way home when he is passed by a sports car going way to fast. The driver, a young woman looked terrified. Blue and white lights follow her and almost ran him off the road. The police car clipped the sports car and the sports car spins around and crashes. Max stops and goes to help; but the police wasn't having any part of that. He went to shoot him in the head when Daisy stabbes the man in the leg. Max and the man fight. Daisy and the baby escaped. The man drives off and Max goes to help the girl. Can he help them and keep her and the baby safe.
A journey of two souls who had no desire to find romance. They struggle to figure out what is happening and who wants to kill Daisy and steal the baby. God has a plan for these two, a plan for a hope and a future. God has a plan for you too, a good plan and not for evil. Give Him your life and watch Him turn your life around.

Wednesday, April 18, 2018

This Wilderness Journey by Misty M. Beller

My review today is on the western historical romance, This Wilderness Journey. This is book two in the Heart of the Mountains Series. This book was sent to me to read but I wasn't required to review it. I really enjoy Misty's stories and I know you are going to love this one. This book is well written, action packed, and faith based.
Joseph Malcom considers himself to be a mountain man. Over a year ago he and his twin sister left Texas on the run. His sister was in trouble with the law. They had an accident on the way and a man helped them. He then agreed to take them to Canada to their aunts.(book one) Now Emma is married to Simeon and they have a toddler. Joseph is uncomfortable around them and spend most of his time out in the mountains. He lives in caves and travels all over. A friend, Father Bergeron asks him to meet his cousin at Fort Hamilton and bring Monti to his place to help with his mission work. Joseph agrees but is shocked to find out Monti is a woman, a very beautiful woman.
Monticello Bergeron has lost all of her family except for her cousin. She dreams of helping him with his mission work with the Indians. She never dreamed it would be so hard. She has traveled for over a week with freighters and now must spend several days on a horse( which she has never ridden before) to the mountains with a man she never met before. She attempts to cook but burns everything. How does she help others?
A journey of two broken souls caring around their secrets. They must learn trust, forgiveness, and love as they struggle to survive in the Canadian Rockies. God has a plan for these two, a good plan and not for evil. God has a plan for you too, a plan for a hope and a future. Accept Jesus as your Lord and Savior and give the Holy Spirit control over your life. Watch Him turn your life around.

Monday, April 16, 2018

Color of Danger by Alexa Verde

My review today is the thriller Color of Danger. This is book one in the Secrets of Rios Azules Series. This book was sent to me by the author. I'm not required to review it. It was sent to me because I really enjoy Alexa's work. This book is excellent, I enjoyed every word of it and look forward to reading more of her work. I love intrigues. This book is well written, action packed and full of twists and turns. You are going to love it.
Anthony Del Lobo was a serial killer. He was killed one year ago in a fire at the family cabin. Mari Del Lobo his sister was with him just before he died. She punched him out, escapes the fire, and carries the guilt. She knows that he was killed. Now she is getting threats from her dead brother. Another dead body has turned up with the same MO. Someone is trying to kill her and make it look like her brother did it. Estranged from her father she has no one to turn to. Mari meets a very attractive doctor that steps up to help her. Trust is a difficult issue for Mari, especially men.
Dr. Luke Goodman lost his fiancee to the Smiling Killer. He is convinced that the killer is still alive and killing again. He goes to Rios Azules to find the killer's sister. She must know where her brother is. She's probably helping him. He soon discovers Mari's life is in danger. He must keep her safe.
A journey of two tortured souls trying to discover who is trying to kill them. God has a plan for these two, a good plan and not for evil. God has a plan for you too, a plan for a hope and a future. Give Him your heart and watch Him turn your life around.

Friday, April 13, 2018

Rodeo Standoff by Susan Sleeman

My review today is on the Love Inspired Suspense, Rodeo Standoff. This is the second book in the McKade Law Series. This is an awesome series and I know you are going to love it. This book is well written, action packed, and full of adventure. Faith is woven into the story like a fine tapestry. This is a book that is very difficult to put down.
Deputy Tessa McKade is a barrel rider in the rodeo. This rodeo will be her last. Her horse is unable to keep competing and as a deputy she doesn't have the time or desire to train another horse. She goes to the arena early to think about her past competitions. Suddenly she is in the arena with eighteen hundred pound angry bull. She has no way out. Along comes a cowboy and rescues her. Who could be angry enough to try to kill her in such a terrible way?
Detective Braden Hayes sees Tessa in trouble. Braden was once a champion bull rider. He knows better than anyone how dangerous an angry bull can be. He manages to rescue Tessa but it is soon obvious that her life is in danger. Someone out there wants her dead.
Sheriff Walt McKade want to protect his daughter but He and his sons are law enforcement they don't know their way around the rodeo. So he enlists Braden to guard her until they can find out who is out to kill her.
A journey of a man with a dysfunctional childhood and a woman with a wonderful Godly family. How can they find a life together. God has a plan for these two. A plan for a hope and a future. God has a plan for you too. You may not have some one literally trying to kill and destroy you but you do have an enemy that is trying to steal, kill, and destroy you and your loved ones. God wants you to come to Him, trust Him, and give your heart to Him. God makes away when there seems to be no way. God loves you so much.

Wednesday, April 11, 2018

A Father's Broken Heart by Paula Rose Michelson

My review today is on the children's book, A Father's Broken Heart. This is the story of 8 year old Gracie& The Save a Soul Prayer Team. This story is well written and will touch your heart.
The story is told in the first person of the eight year old Gracie in the language of the mountains or country people. I know you are going to enjoy this book. This is the first Fruit of the Spirit book.
Gracie lives in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley with her mother Bernice, and Miss Millie, their renter. They find out that Millie is actually an angel sent to help them after her father's death. Gracie tell her mother that she wants to be a part of the Save a Soul Prayer Team to thank God for all the people who have helped them after her father died. With her mother and the angel Millie God starts teaching Gracie just how to become a child of God and a true prayer warrior.
This is an awesome journey into the adventures God has in store for her. God has a plan for you too, a plan for a hope and a future. You may not have an angel move in with you to lead you in the way you should go but you will have the Holy Spirit. He will guide you and lead you in the way you should go. It will be the adventure of a life time.

Monday, April 9, 2018

The Amish Bishop's Daughter by Samantha Price

My review today is on the Amish Romance, The Amish Bishop's Daughter. This is book three in the Amish Misfits Series. I really enjoy Samantha's Amish stories and I'm sure you do to. This story is well written, faith based, and heart warming. I know you are going to love it.
Anna Weaver is the only child left at home. Her five brieders had left home and have families of their own. Anna's mamm's health is declining and Anna is forced to take on more and more of her mothers work each day. Her cousin, Mary has come for a visit and to help with chores. Anna tells of how much she likes one of the young men in the community but he has left several time. Levi, her best friend's brieder says he will stay but he has Anna tied in knots with worry. Mary thinks the Bishop is to strict especially when they think Anna's parents want her to marry Stephen.
Stephen Baker has known Anna all her life. She use to follow him and her brieders everywhere, she also use to tell everyone she would someday marry him. Anna's brieder's were Stephen's best friends and now he is patiently waiting for her. When her relationship with Levi blows up Stephen is there to pick up the pieces.
A journey of two hearts destined to be together and the man that tries to break Anna's heart with his indecision. God has a plan for these two, a good plan and not for evil. God has a plan for you too, a plan for a hope and a future. Trust Him, give Him your heart, and watch Him turn your life around. 

Friday, April 6, 2018

Mail Order Bride: The Abused Bride for the Boss by Leah Laurens

My review today is on the western romance, Mail Order Bride: The Abused Bride for the Boss. This is the next book in the Ladies of the Frontier Series. This is a good read and I'm sure you will like it.
Lily Dyrer Dickinson is married to an abusive husband. He is a drunk and beats her often but he makes sure most of the bruises don't show. She works at the factory and is using her maiden name as many of the bosses refuse to hire married women. Lily falls for her boss but doesn't know how to share with him that she is married. She packs her suitcase and asks her husband for a divorce. He refuses and threatens to kill her mother and her sister if she tries to leave again. There is no hope.
Edward Saunders moved back home to help his father with the factory. His father is having health issues. He falls for Lily the first time he sees her. He is devastated when he finds she is married and that the man abuses her. He vows to protect her and even offers her husband money to leave her.
A journey of fear and desperation in a hopeless situation. This is not a Christian book. So be aware of that, it is a clean romance but what these people really need is Jesus.

Wednesday, April 4, 2018

Night Stalker by Shirlee McCoy

My review today is on the Love Inspired Suspense, Night Stalker. This is the first book in the Special Crimes Unit Series. Shirlee is a New York Times Best Seller; her books are always awesome and this story is a prime example of her work. This book is well written, action packed, and faith based. I know that you are going to love this one.
Charlotte Murray has struggled for the past five years to heal from the death of Daniel, her child. She lives on the lake but hates it for it took her baby's life. She was inconsolable and her husband had abandoned her to grieve on her own. She has spent these past five years to put her life back together. Her dog hears something and she goes out to see what is wrong. She stops an abduction; she's shot and nearly killed.
Special Agent Adam Whitfield still loves his ex-wife but couldn't stand to watch her grieve. He is called in to investigate the serial killer that tried to abduct another victim and shot his ex-wife. Why did the stalker change his MO? Could he be from this area? He must keep Charlotte alive and out of the hands of the stalker; he couldn't bare to lose her too.
This is a journey of forgiveness, restoration, and love for two brokenhearted souls. Parents shouldn't have to bury a child we aren't made that way. I know I had to bury my youngest. Each person must find a way to handle their grief. Jesus bore our grief and our sorrow so turn to Him and He will get you through it. In this book they have allowed their grief to consume them. They must find out they are not like the world but they have hope in God. God didn't steal their baby but is holding that child in His arms and they will soon see Daniel again. God has a plan to heal them, bless them, and restore them. God has a plan for you too. If you struggle with grief lean on God and watch Him turn your life around. Keep in mind that the person you lost isn't lost but waiting for you in heaven and you will see them soon.

Monday, April 2, 2018

Only a Heart Beat Away by Julianna Desmond

My review today is on the delightful contemporary romance, Only a Heartbeat Away. I was sent this book free and was not required to do a review. I haven't read any of Julianna's books, at least I don't think I have. This book is awesome; it is well written, humorous, and totally captivating. I know you are going to love it. I highly recommend it.  
Georgia Adler is on a tour for her debut novel. She must do a photo shoot for a trendy new magazine. She is painted up, put in a dress that it took four people to pour her into it, and given shoes that are more like stilts. She can't even sit down! Do people really wear this kind of torture? She is a tomboy/country girl, this is not her. Then she finds out there will be a male model posing with her. Can she live through this day? The man is totally gorgeous how can she survive with her heart in tact?
Former Model Grayson Chambers comes to Habits office to have lunch with a longtime friend the editor. He arrives to find chaos at the office. The male model didn't show up and they can't find a replacement for this important shoot. Grayson agrees to do the shoot. He is thrilled when he meets the intriguing young author. She is like a breath of fresh air.
A delightful journey of two people who are drawn together. A sweet story of  forgiveness, love, and trust in God. God has brought these two together for a purpose, He has a plan for them, a good plan and not for evil. God has a plan for you too, a plan for a hope and a future.