Happy Sunday, friends! I have to be honest, I do not feel like I accomplished much this week. It was just a slow week. I only finished one book but that’s okay, it’s not a contest. Or is it? How many books are you wanting to read before the end of the year?
I did wind up driving into work two days this week which is a really big deal for me. Forty-five minutes each way takes a big chunk of my free time away. One day was to meet up with a bunch of folks from out of town and another was because my router broker and I was waiting on a new one. Oh well, I can’t complain since it’s rare that I have to do all that. So let’s jump into the fun stuff….
Clean Read Releases: Week of Sept 30
Serenity’s Secret by Lisa Jones Baker: In “Serenity’s Secret,” Serenity Miller, owner of The Pink Petal in Arthur, Illinois, navigates a budding friendship with her neighbor Stephen Lantz, complicated by her hidden secrets. The story blends faith, hope, and romance, featuring suspenseful elements and engaging secondary characters. Readers are left wanting more from the ongoing series. Check out the review
Top 10 Anticipated Fall Reads for Cozy Nights: The fall equinox inspires cozy reading, knitting, and a planned list of over ten anticipated books. From eARCs, favorite authors, and library finds you’ll find a fun TBR with humorous reflections.
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The Christmas Gathering Collection: The Christmas Gathering features three stories by Shelley Shepard Gray, Lenora Worth, and Rachel J. Good centered on themes of faith, family, and love. Challenging situations evolve into redemption and forgiveness as characters navigate love across familial conflicts and personal choices, making this collection a delightful holiday read.
A Lancaster Amish Christmas: A Lancaster Amish Christmas is a heartwarming collection of Amish novellas where second chances, family bonds, and faith come together to create love-filled holiday miracles in Lancaster County. You don’t want to miss this full review that breaks down each story!
Amish Love Letters Collection: If you love sweet Amish romance stories, check out Amish Love Letters by Shelley Shepard Gray, Charlotte Hubbard, and Rosalind Lauer. Each short story weaves heartfelt letters, second chances, and unexpected twists, leaving you wanting more.
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