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Saturday, September 8, 2012

Lots of Winners Announced!


CONGRATULATIONS TO NINE WINNERS!
Giveaways Ended September 7, 2012.


The Trouble With Magic
Di



Giveaway of Three Inspirational Titles  Open Worldwide.

Tidewater Inn


Hattie (Tea)


Scent of Rain

Na


Faithful to Laura

Crystal (Cryscringle)



Giveaway: I Own the Dawn. 
Krystal




Giveaway: He of the Fiery Spirit.  
bn100


Feed Your Reader - EXTRA eBook winners-
Winners can pick their choice as noted in the comments 
or another if they have already gotten the title that was named. 

Zahra - "I would pick Obsidian. Thanks :)"
Dee Dee - "One from your list that I'm interested in is Code Name Verity. Thanks for offering the giveaway!"
and
Ara (My Book and My Coffee) - "Hi Martha! If I win, I would love to have Watch Me Die by Erica Spindler ;) That's her newest book and I'll be thrilled to have the eBook :D Thanks for the opportunity :D"


Please fill in the Winner's Acceptance Form or email me at mesreads AT gmail.com to confirm the win and I will notify the publisher and or send the books.  Please reply within 72 hours!
Thank you to all who entered these giveaways..

Tuesday, August 28, 2012

Giveaways: Three Inspirational Titles - Sponsored by Thomas Nelson

This month I was blessed to read three Inspirational titles from Thomas Nelson.  Ms. Ruth offered to allow me to host a Giveaway for each book title!
There will be one winner per book: US or Canadian winner(s) gets choice of Print or eBook; International winner(s) would get an eBook.




    This story shares a solid mystery and a sweet romance.
    My review was posted here.

    Author Website: http://www.colleencoble.com/








    I liked the up beat tone of this story 
    even with the troubles present in the opening pages.







    This is an engaging story set in an Amish community 
    that explores issues of life-style choices and forgiveness.  
    Here is my review.

    Author Website:  http://kathleenfuller.com/



    ENTRY FORM FOR FAITHFUL TO LAURA


    ENTER USING THE FORM LINKS
    ENTER ANY OR ALL
    For 3 Extra Bonus visit the author's website and tell me something you find of interest.

    * This contest will close 10 PM (Central) on September 7, 2012.
    The winner will be randomly selected from all entries.
    WINNERS WILL BE ANNOUNCED on September 8, 2012.
    Winners will have 72 hours to respond by email or the winners form linked in the announcement.   

    Sunday, August 5, 2012

    Book Review: Tidewater Inn by Colleen Coble

    This story shares a solid mystery and a sweet romance.
    • File Size: 834 KB
    • Print Length: 341 pages
    • Page Numbers Source ISBN: 1611734975
    • Publisher: Thomas Nelson (July 17, 2012)
    • Sold by: Amazon Digital Services, Inc.
    • Language: English
    • ASIN: B007D1TNYS
    Genre:  Mystery, Christian Suspense
    My Rating:  4.5 of 5.0


    Book Description
    Publication Date: July 17, 2012 | Series: The Hope Beach Series (Book 1)

    Welcome to Hope Beach. A place of intoxicating beauty . . . where trouble hits with the force of a hurricane.

    Inheriting a beautiful old hotel on the Outer Banks could be a dream come true for Libby. The inn cries out for her restorer's talent and love of history. She's delighted to learn of the family she never knew she had. And the handsome Coast Guard lieutenant she's met there on the island could definitely be the man of her dreams.

    But Libby soon realizes that the only way she can afford the upkeep on the inn is to sell it to developers who are stalking the island. The father who willed her the inn has died before she could meet him, and her newfound brother and sister are convinced she's there to steal their birthright. Worst of all, her best friend and business partner has been kidnapped before her eyes, and Libby's under suspicion for the crime.

    Libby's dream come true is becoming a nightmare. Her only option is to find her friend and prove her innocence, or lose everything on the shores of Hope Island.


    Review:
    Libby has a love of history and has put that to use in her restoration business.  Libby is working on one project when she ‘witnesses’ her partner, Nicole, being kidnapped through a live stream cam video. Libby heads to the Island of Hope Beach to help find her friend but she becomes the main suspect when she fails to disclose that she accidentally may have erased the video when she hacked the line to try to save it.

    Libby also discovers that she has inherited the beautiful old Tidewater Inn on the island from her father - a man her mother told her was dead.  Her half brother and half sister are very unhappy about the inheritance. Would either of them kidnap her friend, or worse, to try to drive her away? And how can Libby afford to keep the Inn without funds to restore and manage it? Would the developers who are pressing Libby to sell the Inn use kidnapping as a pressure tactic?

    Local Coast Guard lieutenant, Alec, is attracted to Libby but he and his best friend, the town sheriff, are suspicious of her because of her initial untruths.  Is he helping Libby because he is falling for her or in order to stay close to her so he can report back to the sheriff?

    The mystery takes twists and turns while Libby feels like she is alone trying to locate her best friend.  Add to that worry, Libby is trying to cope with decisions regarding her new inheritance, having a family she longs for but who don’t welcome her, and developing feelings for a man who may not trust her. The characters, including Libby’s siblings, an Aunt and Alec’s best friend, have distinct quirks that add depth and a "real life" feel to the story.

    I was very impressed with the suspense that kicks off early and keeps up till the end. There are extra surprises beyond the kidnapping. I also enjoyed Ms. Coble’s inclusion of a search dog as an added feature. The sweet romance is filled with obstruction and conflict to give it interest. There is a redemption message shared in a subtle way. If you enjoy a good suspense and sweet romance I highly recommend this story.

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    Libby’s initial reaction on learning of her inheritance:
    How much of her reluctance was rooted in the thought of facing a future that was about to change radically?  Location 79.
    Alec sharing wisdom with Libby:
    “One thing I’ve discovered in my own walk with the Lord is this: when something is really hard but we do it anyway, the rewards are equally great....” Location 2250
    I recieved this eBook from Thomas Nelson through NetGalley.
    This story is set in the Outer Banks for My Where Are You Reading Challenge.

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