The Bridegrooms

The Bridegrooms By: Allison Pittman

Tragedy hits the Allenhouse family on a hot summer night in Ohio when a mother of four vanished. Eight-year-old Vada virtually grew up overnight and raised her three younger sisters while her father lost himself in his medical practice in the basement of their home.

Now, Vada is a grown woman, still making her home with her father and sisters. Her days are spent serving as an errand girl for Cleveland’s fledgling amateur orchestra; her evenings with Garrison Walker, her devoted, if passionless, beau.

Dizzying change occurs the day the Brooklyn Bridegrooms come to town to play the Cleveland Spiders and a line drive wallops the head of a spectator. The fan is whisked to the Allenhouse parlor, and questions swirl about the anonymous, unconscious man.
Suddenly, the subdued house is filled with visitors, from a flirtatious, would-be sports writer to the Bridegrooms’ handsome star hitter to the guilt-ridden ballplayer who should have caught the stray shot. The medical case brings Dr. Allenhouse a frustration and helplessness he hasn’t felt since his wife’s disappearance. Vada’s sisters are giddy at the bevy of possible suitors. And Vada’s life is awakened amid the super-charged atmosphere of romantic opportunity.

This book was provided for review by the WaterBrook Multnomah Publishing Group.

To purchase a copy of this book please click here.

 

Forget Me Not

Forget Me Not by Vicki Hinze

Crossroads Crisis Center owner Benjamin Brandt was a content man—in his faith, his work, and his family. Then in a flash, everything he loved was snatched away. His wife and son were murdered, and grief-stricken Ben lost faith. Determination to find their killers keeps him going, but after three years of dead ends and torment, his hope is dying too. Why had he survived? He’d failed to protect his family.

Now, a mysterious woman appears at Crossroads seeking answers and help—a victim who eerily resembles Ben’s deceased wife, Susan. A woman robbed of her identity, her life, of everything except her faith—and Susan’s necklace.

The connections between the two women mount, exceeding coincidence, and to keep the truth hidden, someone is willing to kill. Finding out who and why turns Ben and the mystery woman’s situation from dangerous to deadly. Their only hope for survival is to work together, trust each other, and face whatever they discover head on, no matter how painful. But will that be enough to save their lives and heal their tattered hearts?

To purchase a copy of this book please click here.
This was book was provided for review by WaterBrook Multnomah.

Home Beyond The Sun

Home Beyond The Sun
Home Beyond the Sun is the story of two girls, Jenna (Melyssa Ade) a 22-year old American teacher and the other, Chu Lee (Molly Sayer) an eight-year old Chinese orphan. Together, with the help of the Lord and the guidance of His Word, they overcome the adversity of prejudice, persecution, and political oppression to find solace and protection in the bosom of a Christian family. This extraordinarily moving feature explores the social and political realities of China today. Produced, written and directed by award winning filmmakers of faith, this movie will enthrall the heart, elevate the spirit, and expand the awareness of committed men and women to these challenges. In this deeply committed visual adventure, the creative fire of Christian love warms the hearts of rebels with a 
                                         cause.

+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

This movie was very inspiring.  It also made me stop and count my blessings.  I can not even begin to imagine being thrown in jail for reading/possessing a bible.  That is beyond me.  I also can't begin to imagine what it would be like to have to give my baby up just because of the sex of that child.  This movie was a real tear jerker...it had a bit of suspense and action and really kept me interested right to the end.  I would recommend this movie to my friends and family members!

+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

To purchase a copy of this movie please click here.
"Disclosure of Material Connection: I recieved one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in teh hope that I would mention it on my blog.  Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good of my readers.  I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions' 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonial in Advertising."

This Little Prayer of Mine

Author Anthony DeStefano’s adult books, The Prayers God Always Says Yes To and A Travel Guide to Heaven, have sold a quarter-million copies. Illustrator Mark Elliott’s cherished artwork has appeared in popular picture books and novels for young readers, including Gail Carson Levine’s ever-popular Princess Tales series.

Now, these acclaimed inspirational experts have come together to create This Little Prayer of Mine, a beautiful and alluring book designed to guide children into a very simple, real and expressive relationship with God.

Through engaging rhymes and alluring illustrations, This Little Prayer of Mine shows children—and their parents and grandparents—that complete dependence on God is what brings peace and fulfillment. It invites children to know and believe that God is always just a simple prayer away and that He longs to respond to them with a resounding, “Yes!”

This Little Prayer of Mine appeals to readers from all different faiths. Easy-reader format allows children to read alone, or with someone older, and encourages them to openly express their fears, thanks, and needs directly to God.

This book was provided for review by Waterbrook Multnomah Publishing Company.
To purchase a copy of this book please click here.

+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
My little one has recently become a fan of books and enjoys listening to stories.  I enjoyed reading this book to him as it helped reinforce the importance of prayer.  He enjoyed the bright colors and the 'toys'!  The book was not too short and not too long, it held the attention of our almost 3 year old for the entire story!