Journey to New Heights

Journey to New Heights
We need a heart for the lost

Wednesday, April 29, 2020

Deadly Cover-Up by Kathleen Tailer

My review today is on the Love Inspired Suspense, Deadly Cover-Up. I really enjoy Kathleen's stories and I'm always thrilled to get one in the mail. This story is well written, action packed, and full of faith. I know you are going to love it.
Scientist Jordan Kendrick had gone into witness protection nine months ago. She was reported to have died. The witness protection hadn't worked out and now she is on the run. She goes to the grocery store only to notice a man that had tried to kill her a short time ago. She knocks over a tower of cans and runs for her life. The man chases her across the parking lot and into a highway. She makes it across with only a gun shot wound in her arm but the man is killed. She runs to the only safe place she knows. She goes to her fiance`. She had wanted to protect him but she couldn't do this on her own.
Deputy Sheriff Ben Graham came home after a very emotional day only to find Jordan standing in his home. He thought the only woman he loved was dead. He had edited the obituary, attended the funeral, and helped her family sort through her things. This couldn't be her. She told him things only she would know; this is the love of his life. She is in danger can he protect her?
A terrifying journey to survive her employer's deadly crimes. These two broken souls must stay ahead of the killers. 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 heart and watch Him work in your life.

Monday, April 27, 2020

Dangerous Amish Inheritance by Debby Giusti

My review today is on the Love Inspired Suspense, Dangerous Amish Inheritance. Debby's one of my favorite authors. I really like her suspense stories and she does an awesome job on her Amish tales; all of this means she is an awesome author in my book. This story is well written, action packed, and full of adventure. I know you are going to love it.
Amish Widow Ruthie Eicher wakes up to some kind of noise. Someone had been threatening her. She looks out into the rainy night to see movement and notices that her wood pile is on fire. She wakes her oldest son to help her put the fire out. She is trying to put the fire out when a man attacks her. Her boys rescue her and rings the bell for help. The man from next door arrives to find her sons begging her not to die like their father and grandfather did two months ago.
Noah Schlabach is home to ready his father's house for sale. He hears the bell and runs to help the family of the girl he once loved. Noah had left the Amish community ten years ago. Eli, Ruthie's father was in bad health then he would be worse now. Leaving Ruthie ten years ago was the hardest thing he had ever done. He finds Ruthie is lying in the wet Georgia clay. "Help her" a boy about nine cries. He takes her to her room. When he see the oldest boy he sees his own face on the child. Is this possible?
A terrifying journey as a mad man tries to steal the farm and kill Ruthie. God has a plan for these two broken souls, 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 heart and watch Him move in your life.

Friday, April 24, 2020

A Bride to Heal His broken Heart by Melynda Carlye

My review today is on the Western Historical Romance, A Bride to Heal His Broken Heart. This is the first book of Melynda's that I've read. I did enjoy it and I'm sure you will too. The story is well written and full of twists and turns.
Nurse Lorna MacPherson just lost her father. She was caring for soldiers during the civil war when they brought in her father. He soon died in her care. One of the doctors made advances to her and she lost her job. Now she is on her way to a new life. She's been corresponding with a rancher and is meeting him to be his mail order bride. When she arrives in town no one is there to meet her but a group of outlaws. A woman pulls her to safety. She is the aunt of her intended. She and her nephew tell her that her intended was killed the day before. The family wants her to stay and since she has no where to go she agrees.
Darren Wilson has had more than a few set backs in his life. His mother died (she was an Indian) and his father took a job at the Wilson ranch. He died several years ago and the Wilson's adopted him. Then his new mother died. Mark was his best friend and his brother. He was killed by outlaws and it was all Darren's fault. He is instantly attracted to Lorna but knows there can be no future for them.
A journey to stay one step ahead of a greedy killer. Save the girl and save the ranch.

Wednesday, April 22, 2020

Canyon Standoff by Valerie Hansen and Jodie Bailey

My review today is on the Love Inspired Suspense, Canyon Standoff. This is a two part story. I reviewed the first story on Monday, today I'm reviewing the second story by Jodie. I really enjoyed this story, it's well written, action packed and full of adventure. Faith is a major part of this story and I like that.
Missing in the Wilderness
Staff Sergeant Eric Larson is on vacation with his twin sister, Hannah at the Grand Canyon. Their parents had been National Park Service Rangers until they drowned in the river several years ago. Eric had been a mess when they searched for his parents and had reached out to a new ranger and in a whirlwind courtship they married. The marriage didn't last as they both had their own careers and own issues. So he planned to avoid her. That didn't work when Hannah disappeared.
Ranger Morgan Dunham  is headed out for a private search for Hannah. She had disappeared two weeks ago. It was no longer a rescue mission but a recovery. The Park Rangers are all on edge as several odd things have been happening to rangers. Eric shows up in her office. They won't let him search any longer without a ranger with him. He needs her to go with him. She can't tell him no.
A journey of two broken souls going deep in the canyon with cold blooded killers after them. Could they survive? God has a plan for these two, a plan for a hope and a future. God has plan for you too, a good plan and not for evil. Fear not, trust God and watch what He can do in your life.

Monday, April 20, 2020

Canyon Standoff by Valerie Hansen and Jodie Bailey

My review today is on the Love Inspired Suspense, Canyon Standoff. This is a two novella book so I'll review the first one today and the second one Wednesday. Valerie's books are always a great read. She has a remarkable talent for telling suspense stories. This story is well written, action packed, and full of faith. I know you are going to love it.
Canyon Under Siege
FBI Agent Holly Forbes is sent into a hostage situation. She has been following some criminal into the Grand Canyon. She had once worked in the Canyon several years ago as an intern. Now she is returning and must face the man she once loved. How is she suppose to work with him?
Park Ranger Gabe McClelland and his search and rescue team is to go into the Canyon to rescue hostages and capture the killers hiding out at a ranch. He is forced to take an FBI Agent. At first she seems familiar but he soon recognizes the woman who had once worked with him. How could he have forgotten her? She didn't much resemble the young girl he had once known. As the chopper banks they find they are taking fire. Can he keep her safe?
A great journey through the Grand Canyon with killers all around them. Can they keep each other safe without losing their hearts? God has a plan for these two, a plan for a hope and a future. God has a plan for you too. This is a time when the whole world is living in constant fear and torment. God is the answer to the pandemic that is all around you. Give Him your heart and ask Him to protect you. (pray the 91st Psalms) Trust Him He can work it all out for you. God BLESS you.

Friday, April 17, 2020

Copycat Killer by Laura Scott

My review today is on the Love Inspired Suspense, Copycat Killer. This is the first book in the True Blue K-9 Unit Brooklyn Continuity Series. I always enjoy the continuity series because they are all written by my favorite LIS authors. This story (like all of Laura's books) is well written, action packed, and full of faith. You are going to love it.
Willow Emery is on her way to her brother and sister-in-law's home to talk to them about letting her raise their daughter. They aren't taking proper care of the child and she is going to do something about it. She arrives to find both parents dead and Lucy trying to wake them up. She feared the killer might still be in the house. She took Lucy outside and called 911. A K-9 Unit showed up.
Detective Nate Slater is rattled by the disturbing scene so much like a murder that took place twenty years ago. The little girl had seen the killer and described him as a bad clown. He must protect this little girl and her aunt even if he is attracted to the aunt.
A horrifying journey of a crazed killer trying to kill a witness. God has a plan for these three, a plan for a hope and a future. God has a plan for you too, a good plan and not for evil.

Wednesday, April 15, 2020

The Baby's Defender by Jill Elizabeth Nelson

My review today is on the Love Inspired Suspense The Baby's Defender. Jill is one of my favorite LIS authors. She has a special way with suspense. This story is well written, action packed, and full of faith. I know you are going to love it.
Cady Long is a widow of a soldier that died in a foreign country before he knew he was to be a father. Olivia is such a blessing. She inherited a old  Gothic Revival house that needed a lot of restoration. Three men from her husband's team are helping her restore the home. She hears a noise when she has finished nursing Livy. She went to her room and called West but is struck in the head and then pushed into her pillow to suffocate her. She is going to die! What will happen to Olivia?
Security Expert Westley Foster was a buddy of Cady's deceased husband. He has been discharged and he and his two buddies have started a security  company. They are helping Cady restore her house when suddenly someone is attacking Cady. Can West keep her and the baby safe? Can he keep from falling deeper in love with her?
A journey of two broken souls trying to keep one step ahead of a cold blooded killer. God has a plan for this little family; a plan for a hope and a future. God has a plan for you too. Don't let fear consume you in the time of this pandemic. Give Him your heart, your trust, and watch Him care for you.

Monday, April 13, 2020

Falsely Accused by Shirlee McCoy

My review today is on the Love Inspired Suspense, Falsely Accused. This is book five in  the series FBI: Special Crimes Unit. This story like all of Shirlee's books is well written, action packed, and full of adventure. She weaves faith throughout the story like a fine tapestry. I always love that.
FBI Special Agent Wren Santino is arrested by two deputies for shooting her brother, a fellow deputy. She was shot as she knelt beside him. Something is really wrong here. These men aren't following protocol. She has worked in law enforcement for almost a decade and this is not what is suppose to happen.  Ryan had told her he was in trouble right before he was shot. She escapes out of the squad car and runs to the bungalow that had belonged to her best friend.
Titus Anderson, her one time best friend comes to her aid as these men shoot at her. Wren tried to get him to leave as now he is in trouble with her. He is surprised to see her. It had been years since they had last spoke. He agrees to help her clear her name. Can they find out who is setting her up to take the fall? Can they keep each other safe as their whole world turns upside down?
A dangerous journey to find the killers and what they are trying to keep secret. God has a plan for these two broken souls, a plan for a hope and a future. God has a plan for you too. Give Him your heart and watch Him work in the mess our world is in right now. 

Friday, April 10, 2020

A Bride's Unyielding Heart by Etta Foster

My review today is on the Historical Western Romance, A Bride's Unyielding Heart. This is book 14.
This story is well written and full of twists and turns. This is a great read and I know you are going to love it.
Coralee is a maid for Caldwell House. She has worked there ever since her mother died. Jessica Caldwell was to be a mail order bride when she became ill and died. Jessica's brother is out to spend all the money he has been left. He comes home drunk and tries to force himself on Coralee. She gives him a shove and he is knocked out. She packs, takes the train ticket Jessica left, and runs to Colorado. To marry a man she never met. What was she thinking.
Gavin Woodworth is a rancher. His father is ill and is dying. His will says he must marry so he sends out ads for a wife. Jessica is just what he's looking for. A marriage of convenience. His heart was broken when his fiance ran off with his older brother. His heart would never love again. Somehow Jessica isn't what he thought she was. Then before they marry his brother comes home with his wife.
A difficult journey for two broken souls. Can they find happiness in this terrible mess?

Wednesday, April 8, 2020

Mountain Captive by Sharon Dunn

My review today is on the Love Inspired Suspense, Mountain Captive. I always enjoy Sharon's books and I'm thrilled when I get one in the mail. This story is well written, action packed, and full of faith. I know you are going to love it.
Private Investigator Jude Trainor is hired to find a little girl that was kidnapped. He has followed the kidnapper up into the mountains. He is run off a mountain road. He is rescued by a young woman when the man is trying to shoot him. Then the man takes after Lacy. They must find a way off the mountain and find help. The clock is ticking for the little girl.
Wildlife biologist Lacy Conrad is checking out the routine of the elk but as she watches through her binoculars she sees a man run off the road. A storm is moving in. A man holding a rifle moves down the steep incline. After shots were fired the man fell was he injured? She finds the man and leads him to her truck. The man chases them as she fights the heavy snow.
A journey that leads them throughout the mountains during a terrible storm and the aftermath. 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 heart and watch Him move in your life.

Monday, April 6, 2020

Mac by Sharon Srock

My review today is on the Christian Romance, Mac. This is book one in the Sisters by Design Series; Ordinary Women ...Extraordinary Faith. I really liked this story. I found faith to be a large part of this book. It is well written and will touch your heart. Her characters are  very believable.
Mackenzie Soeurs is a single mother. Her husband died three years ago. She had grown up in a cult; after her husband's death she goes to school, and takes her mother and son and leaves the body. She is now living in a small town, she owns a spa, and is trying to make it on her own. Her mother fights her in every way, her son is in and out of trouble, and she has no where to turn. In the body, women are considered property without rights, only saved by marriage. Religion is a real problem for her. She hires a handy man to clean her fish tank and then her adventures begin.
Dane Cooper, a strong Christian, is a handy man, a jack of all trades. He makes a good living and loves his life. He meets a beautiful woman but her son is in trouble. Can he help? A man stepped in and helped him as a teen, now he feels God is telling him to help the kid. The mother obviously needs help too but he will leave that to his sister and her friends. He doesn't want or need a relationship.
A journey of deprogramming Mac and her son and teaching them the truth. God has a plan for these three; 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 heart and watch Him move in your life today.

Friday, April 3, 2020

Stolen Secrets by Sherri Shackelford

My review today is on the Love Inspired Suspense, Stolen Secrets. I really enjoy Sherri's books especially her suspense. This story is well written, action packed, and full of adventure. Sherri also wove her faith throughout the story as in a fine tapestry. It also takes place in Omaha Nebraska; I really liked that.
National Security Agent Jordan Harris is to meet Lucy. She was the fiancee of his friend that was killed on a mission. Brandt had shared letters with him and he had formed a crush on her. Now he is to meet her in person. He has come to give Lucy the engagement ring that Brandt had made for her. He has a speech all prepared but when he meets her she is wearing an engagement ring that is identical to the ring in his pocket. What is going on? As he talks with her he becomes aware that something is wrong. She tells him she thinks someone is impersonating her. As they are talking a car drives by and a gunman shoots out the windows where they are sitting in the coffee shop. He promised Brandt to protect her. Can he keep his promise?
Software Engineer Lucy Sutton agrees to meet her fiance's friend; she hopes he is the answer to her prayers. Brandt died a year ago in an explosion; Jordan was injured also. She knows that Brandt trusted Jordan so maybe he can help her. She had been on vacation when someone impersonated her and there was a security breach. She feels like someone is setting her up for stolen technology. Jordan seems to believe her but as they talk someone starts shooting at them.
A journey as secrets are stolen and the thieves expect her to bring the technology to them or they will kill her. A struggle to stay ahead of these killers. Who in her company is setting her up to take the fall? 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 heart and watch Him get you out of the mess you're in.

Wednesday, April 1, 2020

A Knight's Persuasion by Catherine Kean

My review today is on the Medieval Romance, A Knight's Persuasion. This is book four in the Knight's Series. I really like Medieval Romance stories but so many are filled with a lot of sex. I suppose that happened back then but I don't like reading about graphic sex. This book has some talk about sex but doesn't have actual sex scenes. It's not a Christian story for those who follow me but it isn't offensive. It's well written and full of twists and turns. I really enjoyed this book.
In the spring of 1213 Edouard de Lanceau attends a feast to meet his soon to be betrothed. He has no desire to marry but the union will strengthen their holdings. Their meeting didn't go well and she was very angry and refused to speak with him. Her sister sets out to entrap him when he has had too much to drink. He finds himself betrothed to the sister while his heart longs for Juliana.
Juliana de Greyne is not thrilled about getting married. She must admit that Edouard is the best looking man she has ever met but he pushed her into a well. Yes, he rescued her but did that matter? Then she found he had a dare to kiss her. She is so hurt she refuses to speak with him.
In the late spring of 1214 Juliana is the Lady in Waiting for her best friend when she witnesses her murder. She is attacked and thrown into the river. Edouard finds her and brings her to the keep where she was injured. Then follos a horrifying journey as a mad woman is set on destruction. How can Edourad keep Juliana safe when she has lost all memory and they are both captured?