If you have forgotten the low-key stalking of Vannetta Chapman’s books I’ve done over the years, she is a top-tier author for me. No matter the genre (she does not pigeonhole herself), she captures me with her storylines, her characters, and her seamlessly woven faith content. That last ...
BOOK REVIEW: A Stolen Life by Jaycee Dugard
She was the perfect victim. Young (only 11), naive, and passive lending to insecure. Being the perfect victim allowed her to be held captive for 18 years. Allowed her to survive, and live, for 18 years. Being the perfect victim allowed so many people, community, and services ...
BOOK REVIEW: The Stolen Marriage by Diane Chamberlain
I am lacking in all the words, so I am going to tell you a fun story to try to make other words connect with my brain. Not too long ago, Draven randomly said, ‘We should read more Diane Chamberlain.’ We were first introduced to her early this year through The Book Girl's Guide. I was on board, ...
BOOK REVIEW: Home no Matter Where by Nancy Naigle
My final trip to Whelk’s Island, that is, unless I can somehow be a one-woman show, convincing Nancy Naigle that this little community isn’t done telling stories, sharing wisdom, instilling values, and falling in love. Even if every single relationship (romantic, friendship, whatever) is insta. ...
BOOK REVIEW: Perennials by Julie Cantrell
I am really struggling with words to write this review. It’s not just words, as I’m struggling to gather my thoughts to be able to turn them into words. I mean, I really, really enjoyed the story. Yes, there were things that I struggled with, but overall, I loved the story. ...