Book Reviews

Please pray!

I don’t usually do this but I am asking for prayer. I have been pursuing a Master’s degree in Biomedical Sciences since August and I am praying for admission into medical school.

After my first semester, I received a conditional acceptance to the medical school but I have to score a 501 on the MCAT. I retook the MCAT in January and I get my score 2/23. Please pray that I get what I need. I truly believe this is God’s timing for me and I’m excited for this adventure He has me on. I am trusting that He will take care of everything!

Thank you to everyone who prays and supports me! It means so much and I’m so grateful. I couldn’t do life without you! XOXO

February 18, 2016 by Kim Book Reviews

Book Review: Cold Shot by Dani Pettrey

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Cold Shot
by Dani Pettrey
Rating: 5/5
Book 1 of the Chesapeake Valor Series
Bethany House – Fiction | Romantic Suspense

Griffin McCray is a park ranger with a very specific skill set from his days as a SWAT-team sniper who has tried to get away from the stress and guilt by taking a job far away from the action in Gettysburg. One night when he comes across some relic hunters digging up skeletal remains, he requires the help and expertise of Finley Scott, a forensic anthropologist, to identify the remains. Finley is able to identify the body and determine that the victim was shot by an expert sniper. When his estranged college friend and FBI agent, Declan Gray, takes over the case, Griffin must start confronting the tragedy of the past. Will Finley and Griffin with the help of some friends be able to discover the killer and bring them to justice? Can Finley and Griffin find a place in their lives for each other?

I’m so excited that Dani Pettrey has another hit on her hands! I loved this story and was impressed with the world building and how she introduced new characters (to set up this series) without taking away from the story. I am such a huge fan of her Alaskan Courage series and couldn’t wait to dive into her new Chesapeake Valor series. The author has a way of creating relatable characters who don’t just find love but peace. This story is so captivating I couldn’t put the book down. I basically read it in one sitting because it’s that good. If you are thinking about reading this book, just do it. You won’t regret it.

I highly recommend this book to anyone who loves adventure, mystery, and romance.

I received this book for free from the publisher and from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

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About the Author

dpettrey3sm Dani Pettrey is a wife, home-schooling mom, and the acclaimed author of the brand new romantic suspense Chesapeake Valor series, as well as the well-loved Alaskan Courage series which includes her bestselling novels Submerged, Shattered, Stranded, Silenced, and Sabotaged. She feels blessed to write inspirational romantic suspense because it incorporates so many things she loves–the thrill of adventure, nail biting suspense, the deepening of her characters’ faith, and plenty of romance. She and her husband reside in Maryland, where they enjoy time with their daughters, son-in-law, and super-adorable grandson.

February 15, 2016 by Kim Book Reviews

Book Review: Fire & Ice by Mary Connealy

Fire & Ice
by Mary Connealy
Rating: 4/5
Book 3 of the Wild at Heart Series
Bethany House – Fiction | Christian | Historical Romance

Bailey Wilde is the last of the Wilde sisters to stick around in the West. She is also one of the best (and smartest) ranchers in the area. Ever since she served in the Civil War, she’s disguised herself as a young man and worked hard to be the son her father wanted and loved. Her only real competition is Gage Coulter, who is trying to gain back access to his canyon of 5,000 acres of grass for his cattle. Ever since he found out that Mr. Bailey Wilde had set up a homestead at the entrance to his canyon, he’s been trying to find a way to buy the land or barter a deal to trespass through her land to give his cattle access. He’s determined and will get his way, despite any warning gunshots that Wilde shoots his way.

When Gage finally figures out the truth about Miss Bailey Wilde, he continues to try to barter a deal with her, but she refuses. When Gage shows her his plans to force another opening to the canyon, Bailey gives up. She will have to find another place for her herd to graze. She is disappointed but still determined to make this work.

After a long and lonely winter, Bailey is overjoyed to see Gage, despite the circumstances. She is shocked when he proposes marriage, in order to fool his mother, who is coming to visit him. In her loneliness, she decides to marry Gage in exchange for the rights to the canyon and her homestead. Can Bailey and Gage find a way to make this marriage work? Can they learn to trust and respect each other’s skills? Can they learn to let go of their pasts and see the promising future that’s before them?

Ending this novel was bittersweet. I didn’t want the series to end. I’ve enjoyed all three books in the Wild at Heart series and I can’t wait to see what else Mary Connealy comes up with next. She is incredibly talented at creating characters that are flawed and lovable and frustrating and endearing! I love all of the humor and faith she infuses into her stories. She pulls me right into the historical setting and I’m not content until I find out what exactly happens to the main characters.

Although you could read this book by itself, I would recommend reading the other two books first just to be more familiar with some of the other characters. I recommend this book to anyone who loves a great historical romance with comedy!

I received this book for free from the publisher and NetGalley but was not required to give a positive review.