Sneak peek at Ronie Kendig's Wolfsbane

So this book doesn't release until July, 2011 but I couldn't wait to share it with you! If you love adventure, danger and characters with heart and soul then make sure you have Ronie Kendig's Discarded Heroes series on your bookshelves. Nightshade is available now and Digitalis releases in January, 2011.


Wolfsbane by Ronie Kendig

Former Green Beret Captain Canyon Metcalfe is unnerved when Nightshade is sent to a South American jungle that holds an eerie similarity to a dark tragedy from his past. Addicted to painkillers, Canyon struggles to hide his secret. Escorting Danielle Roark, a demolitions expert who knows the location of a secret nuclear weapons silo, proves treacherous when they’re ambushed and captured. Rescued, Canyon is furious to discover Dani was left behind, intentionally—because she’d unearthed blame that lies at the feet of many on the Hill, including her own father. Armed with truth, they must fight their way back to the States and freedom.

July, 2011 from Barbour



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I highly recommend this story ~ read my review here

Sneak peek at September/October releases from Tyndale House

Releasing from Tyndale House later this year.

Enjoy :)


Whisper on the Wind by Maureen Lang

In Brussels at the height of WWI, a small, underground newspaper is the only thing offering the occupied city hope—and real news of the war. The paper may be a small whisper among the shouts of the German army, but Edward Kirkland will do anything to keep it in print. Meanwhile, Isa Lassone, a Belgian-American socialite whose parents whisked her to safety at the start of the war, sneaks back into the country to rescue those dearest to her: Edward and his mother. But Edward refuses to go, and soon Isa is drawn into his secret life printing the newspaper . . . And into his heart.

September, 2010





And here's a look at the covers of a couple of highly anticipated Tyndale House releases - I'll have more details to come soon.





Her Daughter's Dream by Francine Rivers

The sequel to Francine's Her Mother's Hope is releasing in September, 2010













The Twelfth Imam by Joel Rosenberg

Another political thriller from New York Times bestseller releases in October, 2010

Can't wait for Deborah Raney's Almost Forever

Love the sound of Deborah's May release, Almost Forever from Howard. Deb's books never disappoint so I have great expectations :)

Is this going on your wishlist?

Almost Forever by Deborah Raney

Unearthing a lost memory may cause her to lose everything she holds dear, but could it also set her free?

Volunteer Bryn Hennesey was there at the Grove Street Homeless Shelter the night five heroic firefighters died at the scene. Among them was her husband, Adam. Now a terrifying absence of memory has her wondering if she might, in some way, be responsible.

Garrett Edmonds' wife, Molly, was the only female firefighter to perish in the blaze. He was supposed to protect the woman he loved.now she's the one who's died a hero. How can he go on in the face of such unbearable loss? And what started the fire that destroyed the dreams and futures of so many? Investigators are stumped. But someone knows the answer..

May, 2010

Sneak peek at Nightshade by Ronie Kendig

As you know I loved Ronie Kendig's debut offering, Dead Reckoning and I have been dying to share with you her next novel, Nightshade, the first in Ronie's Discarded Heroes series which releases in July this year.

Here's a glimpse into the series from Ronie:~

Six men return home from war. Now these champions of freedom are wounded and discarded . . . until a high-ranking official infuses them with hope. Together they become Nightshade, an elite black ops team that neutralizes hot spots other governments won’t touch. Heroes under the radar, these men must find the courage to fight one final battle—for their loved ones and themselves.

The series kicks off with Nightshade, a high octane military suspense novel that I have had the great privilege to read and be captivated by. Here's how Ronie describes her story:~

Max Jacobs is ready to end it all. His stint as a SEAL is over. So is his marriage. All thanks to his out-of-control anger. Then an invitation comes to join a black ops team called Nightshade. War changed him. War calls to him. With nothing to lose, Max signs on.

A failed marriage isn’t all her husband left Sydney Jacobs—he left her with an unplanned pregnancy. Heartbroken, she buries herself in her journalism career. Soon, she’s chasing an ultra-secret paramilitary group around the globe.

In the deadly jungle they battle for their marriage - and their lives

Now, here's a teaser from my review:~

Just like the Hayabusa motorbike Max Jacobs rides, Nightshade is a powerful and electrifying read, accelerating through danger at breakneck speed and stirring deep emotion as Max and Sydney watch their marriage disintegrate and danger come to their door.

Following Nightshade comes Digitalis, Wolfsbane & Firethorn and having already met these men in Nightshade I can't wait to learn their stories of courage, struggle and faith.

Stay tuned for more announcements about this series closer to the release date of Nightshade, including something very special from Ronie, which will encourage men and women just like Max and the guys on his team!

Coming in 2010 from Liz Curtis Higgs & Waterbrook Multnomah

I love Liz's books! Her historicals are very well researched and fascinating, though I have to say her romantic comedy Bookends has a special place in my heart - I laughed and laughed!

Looking forward to this one, though :)

Here Burns My Candle by Liz Curtis Higgs

A mother who cannot face her future.
A daughter who cannot escape her past.

“No moon in sight,” Donald observed, resting his forehead lightly on the glass. “No Highlanders either.”

“They’ll arrive soon enough.” Marjory extinguished the candle by her bed, shrouding the room in darkness. “Sleep while you can. And keep that bonny young wife of yours close at hand.”

“Aye.” The smile in his voice was unmistakable. “So I shall.”

Edinburgh 1745

Dowager Lady Marjory Kerr, a widow of substantial means, has two passions in life: maintaining her place in society and coddling her two grown sons. Lady Elisabeth Kerr, wife of the elder son, harbors a dark family secret, buried long ago in distant Aberdeenshire. When tragedy strikes, Janet Kerr, wife of the younger son, finds the ties binding her to Marjory and Elisabeth slowly unraveling.

A timeless tale of loss and redemption, flickering against the vivid backdrop of eighteenth-century Edinburgh, Here Burns My Candle reveals the many flaws of human nature and the bright hope of divine providence.

Releasing April, 2010

Sneak peek at Don Brown's The Malaccan Conspiracy

Don Brown just let me know about his latest book, starring Zack Brewer and Diane Colcernian of his Navy Justice series!

You won't want to miss this one :)



The Malaccan Conspiracy by Don Brown

When a dastardly plot is hatched in the Malaysian seaport of Malacca to attack civilian oil tankers at sea, to drive up the price of crude oil futures and to assassinate the Indonesian President and use fat windfall profits to finance a nuclear attack against American Cities, Navy JAG officers ZACK BREWER and DIANE COLCERNIAN reunite in a sizzling race against the clock to foil the conspiracy before disaster strikes.

Releasing June, 2010 from Zondervan

Sneak peek at Francine Rivers' Her Mother's Hope

It has been quite a wait for a new book from Francine Rivers but you only have to hang in there until March, 2010 when it releases from Tyndale House. I have no doubt, Her Mother's Hope will be worth the wait!

Enjoy!

The first in an epic two-book saga by beloved author Francine Rivers, this sweeping story explores the complicated relationships between mothers and daughters over several generations.

Near the turn of the 20th century, fiery Marta leaves Switzerland determined to find life on her own terms. Her journey takes her through Europe and finally lands her with children and husband in tow in the central valley of California. Marta’s experiences convince her that only the strong survive.

Hildie, Marta’s oldest daughter, has a heart to serve others, and her calling as a nurse gives her independence, if not the respect of her mother. Amid the drama of WWII, Hildie marries and begins a family of her own. She wants her daughter never to doubt her love—but the challenges of life conspire against her vow.

Each woman is forced to confront her faulty but well-meaning desire to help her daughter find her God-given place in the world.

Sneak peek at Gayle Roper's new Amish series

The first Gayle Roper book I read was an Amish story, The Key, released back in 1998 and I have read every other fiction release from her since!

Gayle's book is being republished ~ updated and expanded ~ as A Stranger's Wish. Be sure to have it on your wish list when it releases from Harvest House in February, 2010.

Enjoy:~


A Stranger's Wish by Gayle Roper

Englischer Kristie Matthews' move to an Amish family farm in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, starts on a bad note as the young schoolteacher is bitten by a dog. A trip to the local ER leads to an encounter with an old man who hands her a key and swears her to silence.

But when Kristie's life is endangered, she suspects there's a connection to the mysterious key. While solving the mystery (and staying alive), Kristie must decide whether her lawyer boyfriend, Todd Reasoner, is really right for her....or if Jon Clarke Griffin, the new local man she's met, is all he seems to be.

Coming in 2010 from Harvest House

Harvest House will set hearts aflutter in January and February, 2010 with the release of these historical and Amish titles. I know my sister will be thrilled ~ right, Jen?! Anybody else?

Click on the links for more....


Plain Jayne by Hillary Manton Lodge

Jayne Tate loves her life as it is-living in a big city, working as a reporter for a fast-paced newspaper, and dating a guy who knows nothing about her past. When her father passes away though, she's forced to take another look at what she wants out of life. After losing out on the big career opportunity she was hoping, for she decides to escape to Oregon Amish country, seeking solace and maybe a big story.

Even in this land of buggies and bonnets, Jayne finds life more complicated than she expected. Can she persuade herself that her growing friendship with the mysterious and handsome Levi Burkholder is just about research? And what's a latte-drinking, laptop-using, motorcycle-riding reporter to do when this new life starts to change her?

Rebecca's Choice by Jerry S Eicher

Rebecca Keim is now engaged to John Miller, and they are looking forward to life together. When Rebecca goes to Milroy to attend her beloved teacher's funeral, John receives a mysterious letter accusing Rebecca of scheming to marry him for money. Determined to forsake his past jealousies and suspicions, John tries hard to push the accusations from his mind.

Upon Rebecca's return, disturbing news quickly follows. She is named as the sole heir to her teacher's three farms. But there's a condition-she must marry an Amish man. When John confronts Rebecca, she claims to know nothing. Soon Rachel Byler, the vengeful but rightful heir to the property, arrives and reveals secrets from the past. Now the whole community is reeling!

The Country House Courtship by Linore Rose Burkard

The year is 1818 and Miss Beatrice Forsythe is determined to marry well. After all, her sister, Ariana, married The Paragon, Mr. Phillip Mornay, five years earlier--which all but guarantees that she, Beatrice, can also make a famous match to a wealthy man.

But her sister and husband have disappeared from high society as they raise a family at their country estate. Can Beatrice persuade them to chaperone her in London? And what about Beatrice's business with the curate, Mr. O’Brien, whom she rashly promised to marry years earlier. At seventeen now, she has no wish to marry a mere clergyman—despite his agreeable countenance and gentle, understanding ways.

When Mr. Tristan Barton becomes the tenant of the Manor House, Beatrice's hopes seem to have found their object. But when Ariana falls gravely ill, secrets come to light, motives are revealed, and the pretenses that are easy to keep up in the darkness begin to crumble. Hearts are bared, truths uncovered, and when all is said and done, a country house courtship like no other has occurred!

Never Far From Home by Mary Ellis

In Never Far From Home, fifteen-year-old Emma Miller finishes school, starts her own wool business, and is longing for someone to court. When the object of her affection is a handsome English sheep farmer, with a fast truck and modern methods, her deacon father, Simon, knows he has more than the farm alliance to worry about.

Emma isn't the only one with longings in Holmes County. Her aunt Hannah wants a baby and her uncle Seth hopes he'll reap financial rewards when he takes a risk with his harvest. But are these the dreams God has for this Amish family? With engaging interactions and thoughtful characters, Ellis weaves a story about waiting for God's timing and discovering that the dreams planted close to home can grow a lasting harvest of hope and love.

A Kiss for Cade by Lori Copeland

Famous bounty hunter Cade Kolby is forced off the trail to decide the fate of his late sister's orphaned children. He's not just returning to his hometown and nieces and nephews, but also to the fiery redhead he loved and left 17 years ago.

The last person Zoe Bradshaw wants to see is Cade. She tries to be cool and polite, even as the attraction between them flares up again. Only this time, Zoe is determined to not let Cade get close to her heart. But the townsfolk have other ideas. They want to see the little orphans with a mother and a father, and they form a plan that includes the possibility of a kiss...

Sneak peek at ML Tyndall's January release

MaryLu Tyndall is a fabulously entertaining author and a lovely lady to boot! Here's a peek at her January, 2010 release, The Raven Saint ~ I think it's her best cover yet :)


When Grace Westcott is kidnapped by a French mercenary, tossed aboard his ship, and told she will be sold to a Spanish Don in Columbia, she cannot imagine what she has done to deserve such a horrid fate. She has spent her entire life serving God and helping the poor, not to mention trying to save the souls of her two wayward sisters. Thinking perhaps God has sent her to preach to the vile captain and his crew, Grace’s every attempt to correct their sinful ways is rewarded with only mockery. When Grace’s situation grows far worse than she could imagine, she is forced to face her own human weaknesses. But she isn’t prepared to face her biggest weakness of all—falling in love with the nefarious captain, Rafe Dubois.

Captain Rafe Dubois hates nothing more than a religious pretence of piety. Fleeing a home of abuse and betrayal under the thumb of his self-righteous father, he became a mercenary upon the Caribbean. There isn’t any job, no matter how vile, he won’t undertake in order to amass the fortune he needs to build a hospital for the poor in his home town of Port-de-Paix. The praises of the people fill a craving in his soul for the self-worth and value he never received from his father, not to mention give him a sense of purpose for his otherwise reckless life. That is, until he meets the saintly Miss Grace Westcott who continually berates his every move.

Book trailer for Shawn Grady's Through the Fire

Debut author Shawn Grady has the smarts and the know how to write this story, having been a firefighter and paramedic for over ten years. When a person has lived the experiences they write about, it gives their book that something extra.

I can't wait for Through the Fire's July release from Bethany.


Even Smoke Runs From the Fire

Firefighting burns in Aidan O'Neill's blood, but his innate gift for reading flames has made him overconfident and sometimes puts lives in danger. When one call goes horribly wrong and a rookie is hurt, Aidan ends up suspended and finds himself questioning everything.

It couldn't have happened at a worse time.

An arsonist is targeting Reno, leaving a scorched path of destruction. The department needs Aidan back, but his return is troubled. The gift he relied on for so long has gone silent and it's as though the fires are coming for him, hunting him down. Teaming with a beguiling fire investigator who may know more than she's saying, Aidan must discover where his trust rests as the flames burn ever closer.

An Explosive Blend of Action, Romance, and Danger from a Writer Who's Faced the Flames

Releasing July, 2009 from Harvest House

What do you think of these book releasing in July from Harvest House?

Click on the links for more :)


Ransome's Honor by Kaye Dacus

The Ransome Trilogy from exciting new author Kaye Dacus combines the wit, romance, and social commentary of Jane Austen with the sea-faring adventure of Horatio Hornblower.

July 1814. The war with France has ended, and Captain William Ransome, known for never letting women aboard his ship, has returned to Portsmouth, England. Julia Witherington, considered an old-maid at 29, discovers that she must marry immediately to receive a large dowry. Julia knows that the only man she doesn’t want to marry is William Ransome. And the only man her father will approve of is…William Ransome.

When the couple strikes a financial deal to feign marriage for one year, the adventure begins. These stubborn people face humorous and hard situations that reveal what else they have in common—a growing affection for one another. This intriguing tale of faith and loyalty is a wonderful new offering for readers of all genres.

Outlaw's Bride by Lori Copeland

Bestselling author Lori Copeland weaves together elements of a wonderful, classic Western romance with themes of forgiveness and grace.

Falsely convicted of bank robbery, drifter Johnny McAllister is sent to a rehabilitation program in the home of a California judge. When he goes to Judge McMann’s home, his aim is to be a model prisoner, hoping to be released early and return to his life's mission: to kill the man who wiped out his family 15 years before. He’s planned for everything…except his encounter with Ragan, the beautiful and kind housekeeper, and with the generous folks of Barren Flats. But can Johnny let go of his anger and embrace a new life? One that would include Ragan as his bride?

This tender story reveals how even the hard law of the land doesn’t stand a chance when God’s mercy and true love come to reside in a heart.

Formerly titled The Bride of Johnny McAllister, rewritten for the inspirational market.

Final cover for Tamara Leigh's Leaving Carolina

Those of you who have been keeping tabs on Tamara Leigh's upcoming novel, Leaving Carolina, the first in her Southern Discomfort series, will know it has been through some transition with covers. Here's a look at the final cover which I love! How about you?

Having had the privilege of a sneak peek at this book, I know you are going to adore it! Vintage Tamara :)

Look for it in September, 2009 from Waterbrook Multnomah.

Piper Wick left her hometown of Pickwick, North Carolina, twelve years ago, shook the dust off her feet, ditched her drawl and her family name, and made a new life for herself as a high-powered public relations consultant in LA. She’s even “engaged to be engaged” to the picture-perfect U.S. Congressman Grant Spangler.

Now all of Piper’s hard-won happiness is threatened by a reclusive uncle’s bout of conscience. In the wake of a health scare, Uncle Obadiah Pickwick has decided to change his will, leaving money to make amends for four generations’ worth of family misdeeds. But that will reveal all the Pickwicks’ secrets, including Piper’s.

Though Piper arrives in Pickwick primed for battle, she is unprepared for Uncle Obe’s rugged, blue-eyed gardener. So just who is Axel Smith? Why does he think making amends is more than just making restitution? And why, oh why, can’t she stay on task? With the Lord’s help, Piper is about to discover that although good PR might smooth things over, only the truth will set her free.

Sneak peek at Sandra Byrd's Piece de Resistance

So tell me how I am not going to drool over the cover of this book when I get to read it??!! That cake looks fabulous and knowing Sandra, the writing will be just as delectable!

Piece de Resistance by Sandra Byrd

Having earned her chef’s hat, Lexi Stuart bids au revoir to her glamorous and deliciously satisfying pastry mentorship outside of Paris and returns to her hometown of Seattle, Washington. There, she finds life unexpectedly complicated.

She’s put in charge of a high-end catering bakery called Bijoux, which should be her dream job, but there’s a catch: She has to make this lavish bakery into a successful business in just a few, short months, which will require more than her ability to make an amazing wedding cake. In over her head and at a loss for creative marketing ideas, Lexi isn’t sure what the recipe for success needs to be.

Stir in a complicated relationship with her French beau Philippe and his daughter, Celine, then add a dash of romance with down-to-earth lawyer Dan, and life suddenly contains more ooh la la than Lexi can handle.

With the fate of her career and her love life hanging by a thread, the phrase “piece of cake” has never been more daunting. Lexi learns that she must trust the dreams in her heart and the God who put them there.

Releasing September, 2009 from Waterbrook Multnomah

Sneak peek at The Seaside Letters by Denise Hunter

If you have spent any time at all hanging around here you know how much I adore Denise Hunter's writing! So I am thrilled to preview her latest novel in her Nantucket Love Story Series, The Seaside Letters.

You will just have to enjoy the anticipation as it doesn't release until October, 09 from Thomas Nelson!



A heartwarming love story that beautifully illustrates God’s delight in His children.

Sabrina Kincaid didn’t intend to fall for Nantucket native Tucker McCabe, the man she serves coffee to every morning-the man tied deeply to Sabrina’s most mortifying secret.

Then Tucker decides to hire Sabrina to help locate his online friend Sweetpea-the mysterious woman he’s falling in love with. It’s a pickle: Sabrina is not inclined to help, but letting Tucker hire someone else could spell disaster. Because if someone else helped him-if someone else sifted through the letters and figured out the truth-then Tucker would discover that the person he’s trying to find is . . . her.

Sneak Peek at Michelle Sutton's It's Not About Him

Michelle Sutton's sophomore novel, It's Not About Him, is set to release in September, 2009 from Sheaf House.

For more details, including synopsis and endorsements (mine included!), check out Michelle's google page here.

Sneak Peek at The Blue Enchantress by M L Tyndall

Well, I'm not so sure about the frou-frou dress but I know I love MaryLu's writing so I won't be missing this one, come August, 09!


The Blue Enchantress by M L Tyndall

Get swept away in a high-tide of romance and adventure from acclaimed author M. L. Tyndall.

Trying to forget about a painful past, Hope Westcott plunges into Charles Towne society trying to find love and acceptance.

Captain Mason Lamport is determined to build his shipping business and doesn’t need a romantic entanglement—especially with a woman like Hope. When Hope’s adventure-seeking puts her freedom—and her life—in jeopardy, will Mason turn his back or follow God’s voice and sacrifice everything to save her?

Sneak Peek ~ Debut author Candace Calvert's Critical Care

Here's a sneak peek at a the first in the new Mercy Hospital series by Candace Calvert.

Here's what Candace says:~

"If you’re a fan of TV medical drama, a reader who enjoys charismatic characters, action, humor, heart-warming romance--and an encouraging message of hope, you’re in the right place.

Think: Grey’s Anatomy finds its soul!"

Sounds good, don't you think? I know my sister will be dying to get her hands on these books.......won't you, Jen?!


Critical Care by Candace Calvert

After her brother dies in a trauma room, nurse Claire Avery can no longer face the ER. She's determined to make a fresh start--new hospital, new career in nursing education--move forward, no turning back. But her plans fall apart when she's called to offer stress counseling for medical staff after a heartbreaking day care center explosion. Worse, she's forced back to the ER, where she clashes with Logan Caldwell, a doctor who believes touchy-feely counseling is a waste of time. He demands his staff be as tough as he is. Yet he finds himself drawn to this nurse educator . . . who just might teach him the true meaning of healing.

Releasing June, 2009 from Tyndale

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Buy Candace's book at Amazon or Christianbook

Sneak Peek at Christa Parrish's Watch Over Me

Christa Parrish's debut novel Home Another Way was a breath of fresh air in the Christian Fiction market. I'm really looking forward to being equally engaged in her next novel, Watch Over Me, releasing later in the year.

I love this cover ~ what do you think?




Watch Over Me by Christa Parrish

Deputy Benjamin Patil is the one to find the infant girl- hours old, abandoned in a field. When the mother can't be located, Ben and his wife, Abbi, seem like the perfect couple to serve as foster parents. But the baby's arrival opens old wounds for Abbi and shines a harsh light on how much Ben has changed since a devastating tour in Afghanistan.

Their marriage teeters on the brink and now they must choose to either reclaim what they once had or lose each other forever.

Sneak Peek at Veiled Freedom by Jeanette Windle

Jeanette Windle is a favourite author of mine so I am thrilled I only have to wait a few more months before her next release. Her books combine suspense, political intrigue, action and romance and I'm sure Veiled Freedom will be no different!

Check it out:~

Land of the Free . . . Home of the Brave

Kabul, 2001—American forces have freed Afghanistan from the Taliban. Kites have returned to the skies. Women have removed their burqas. There is dancing in the streets.

Eight years later, Afghanistan is a far cry from those first images of a country freed from Taliban rule. When Special Forces veteran Steve Wilson returns to Kabul as security chief to the minister of interior, he is disillusioned with the corruption and violence that has overtaken the country he fought to free.

Relief worker Amy Mallory arrives in Afghanistan ready to change the world. She soon discovers that as a Western woman, the challenges are monumental.

Afghan native Jamil returns to his homeland seeking work, but a painful past continues to haunt him.

All three are searching for truth and freedom when a suicide bombing brings them together on Kabul's dusty streets. But what is the true source of freedom—and its cost?

Releasing May, 2009 from Tyndale

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Read the first chapter of Veiled Freedom here

Jeanette has recently hit the blogosphere with her blog, From the Eye of the Storm. It is well worth checking out.