This is a short story set in GA after the Civil War. It’s sad to hear of the KKK and the destruction caused after such an awful war. The story itself This is a short story set in GA after the Civil War. It’s sad to hear of the KKK and the destruction caused after such an awful war. The story itself had a great twist to make for a cute story....more
4.5 🌟 for this factual book written in excellent story style. A few spots were hard to follow with so many places and names. But the history of the en4.5 🌟 for this factual book written in excellent story style. A few spots were hard to follow with so many places and names. But the history of the end of the Russian dynasty is so incredibly interesting and tragic!! This was my first read about the Romanov story, and I highly recommend for any history lover or lover of fascinating stories!!...more
I am not much of a fantasy reader, but I did find this story interesting set in medieval Russia. It has its weird parts of dead people coming back as aI am not much of a fantasy reader, but I did find this story interesting set in medieval Russia. It has its weird parts of dead people coming back as a spirit and the household spirits fighting to stay alive. I can see how people enjoy fantasy, because you never know for sure how the story will end. My realistic, knowledge-seeking personality may enjoy one fantasy book a year after all. 🤓...more
This was a fun book to read and it felt very personal-like she was talking directly to you! Her life story is fascinating, and her love and persistencThis was a fun book to read and it felt very personal-like she was talking directly to you! Her life story is fascinating, and her love and persistence in the kitchen is inspiring! All the food discussed made me hungry while reading! 🤪 (There is some language in quotes.) I learned so much reading this book and it was so enjoyable at the same time!...more
I have many mixed feelings about this book. I get her premise of sharing lies she believed and overcoming them. Everyone believes some lies, but most oI have many mixed feelings about this book. I get her premise of sharing lies she believed and overcoming them. Everyone believes some lies, but most of these were not relatable to me. I enjoyed her chapter on weight because it focused on health not your size, which is hard but so very needful! I had never heard of this author but she was funny and there were many lol moments. I did get annoyed at the self focus throughout the entire book “you can do anything you want to do because you are in control and you matter the most and you are first...”...more
There were several gripping themes throughout this book, a girl’s diary from the Salem witch trials who turns out to be innocent. An old lady who’s beThere were several gripping themes throughout this book, a girl’s diary from the Salem witch trials who turns out to be innocent. An old lady who’s been holding on to this diary-almost keeping it a secret. I enjoyed the storyline more than I thought I would, and there was more of a moral to the story than some of her books. We can’t look down on others because of what they have or don’t have. Love people for who they are....more
3.5 on this one. The story didn’t grab me like many books have lately. You’re trying to figure out the backstory to the characters when the book start3.5 on this one. The story didn’t grab me like many books have lately. You’re trying to figure out the backstory to the characters when the book starts which I enjoy, but the characters seemed common and she didn’t get back with the guy until the last 4 pages of the book! 🙄 The forgiveness and family struggles were real and the healing process and truth of God’s Word was on point! 👍...more
Probably a 4.7 rating for this book! ☺️ This was an excellent story that starts in the latter part of WW II. I never really thought about countries liProbably a 4.7 rating for this book! ☺️ This was an excellent story that starts in the latter part of WW II. I never really thought about countries like Poland after the war and the continued troubles they faced. The characters become real to you, and the story is one of twists and turns that grabs your heart. The book talks about God, but not in a true Christianity way. The only things I didn’t care for was all the drinking and in the end love trumps all religion barriers. Aside from that this is one of my favorites that I’ve read all year! Highly recommend for lovers of historical fiction!...more
3.7🌟 for this book. I think I would have preferred to read a hard copy rather than listen to this book. I listened in small chunks of time and it was 3.7🌟 for this book. I think I would have preferred to read a hard copy rather than listen to this book. I listened in small chunks of time and it was hard to keep up with the many different scenarios going on. The plot has a great way of bringing all the characters together with some great twists in the story. I may reread some day. This author is a great storyteller and I’ll read hard copies of her other books!! 🤓...more
Even though few of the stories include Anne, I found these sweet short stories to be full of delightful happenings- unselfish giving, happy reunions, Even though few of the stories include Anne, I found these sweet short stories to be full of delightful happenings- unselfish giving, happy reunions, funny twists of fate that everyone makes do and it turns out to be the most memorable Christmas. My first time reading this, but I think I should enjoy this every November/December!...more
What delightful stories of love and plot twists always ending in the orphan getting the Home he wanted and the right match being made. The Blythes areWhat delightful stories of love and plot twists always ending in the orphan getting the Home he wanted and the right match being made. The Blythes are always everybody’s favorite family, and it’s fun to read about them in the short mentions of them in each different story. My favorite story is the man who was afraid his brother was going to propose to a certain woman so he kidnaps her and puts her up in a house on an island, and in taking care of her he falls in love with her himself!! 😂❤️...more
I really enjoyed this one!! The author truly grabs your attention with her writing style and begins the book with a true historic tragedy that I neverI really enjoyed this one!! The author truly grabs your attention with her writing style and begins the book with a true historic tragedy that I never knew took place. I love how the main character had several story lines going on in her own life the entire book. The girl growing up in the South experiences racial tensions, personal heartbreak, great sorrow, and ultimate peace with God. Highly recommend!...more
This was a fascinating book especially after watching the tv show(on VidAngel)😇 based on this book. It was easier to keep up with all the characters bThis was a fascinating book especially after watching the tv show(on VidAngel)😇 based on this book. It was easier to keep up with all the characters because I had a face to put with the names. It was neat reading all the storylines that were in the show finding out the people and plots that actually happened! Highly recommend for any history lover! ...more
I’d give this a 4.5 There were so many great chapters and I honestly wished it was longer. I love how they tell their story and give many personal illuI’d give this a 4.5 There were so many great chapters and I honestly wished it was longer. I love how they tell their story and give many personal illustrations of success and failure in their marriage. They’ve experienced all sides of marriage -with fatal health issues, porn, finances, children, etc. They bring up communication and expectations in every area even in your sex life which you don’t hear much about. I love following them on Instagram because of their inspirational posts about marriage.❤️...more
2.5 stars for this book. Took awhile to get into the story, almost gave up. The middle finally became more interesting and it had a decent storyline e2.5 stars for this book. Took awhile to get into the story, almost gave up. The middle finally became more interesting and it had a decent storyline encompassing 70+ years. Unfortunately there is some language and not much of a moral to the story from this “Christian” author....more
This was a fun easy read as I find all her books. The storyline was interesting but fell off towards the end a little bit. I like how she draws spiritThis was a fun easy read as I find all her books. The storyline was interesting but fell off towards the end a little bit. I like how she draws spiritual principles through every story. Forgiveness and new beginnings were a main theme....more
The topic of this book is a heavy one and I was skeptical on how much I would like it, but I enjoyed it immensely. It makes you think pretty deep on tThe topic of this book is a heavy one and I was skeptical on how much I would like it, but I enjoyed it immensely. It makes you think pretty deep on the forgiveness level when sin impacts you in such a huge way. The 2nd half was a little slow, but that’s my only criticism. Good lessons all brought together at the end. One of the best by this author....more
I would give this a 4.5 as it was immensely interesting and I thoroughly enjoyed it!!! I loved the history and learning so much about these charactersI would give this a 4.5 as it was immensely interesting and I thoroughly enjoyed it!!! I loved the history and learning so much about these characters that were made so personal! Only 50 pages of the book talk about the civil war time, so the majority of the book is before that time. Highly recommend!...more
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