Guardian of the Flame is the third in Higley’s Seven Wonders series. Part romance, part suspense, and part political novel, it defies a standard categorization. I have reviewed several inspirational novels for HNS and found this to be a cut above most. I enjoyed Higley’s retelling of the Beauty and the Beast myth in the unlikely romance of the plain, surly Sophia and cultured Bellus, as well as her blending of fact and fiction to create a suspenseful story leading to one of the most famous fires in history.
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Carie’s writing is incredibly detailed and full of actual historical accounts. Her writing reminds me of Jane Austen, depicting the plight of women during a time where a woman’s only hope was to be wed to suitable mate.
Carie, like Austen, gave her female heroine strength and a keen mind, and the ability to save not only her family but also Christophe’s.
I don’t typically enjoy romance novels, but Love’s First Light kept my attention till the end. I also came away with an intense desire to learn more about French Revolution, and the atrocities that took place during this barbaric period in the history of man.
Love’s First Light can be found, with Carie’s first three titles, Wind Dancer, The Duchess and the Dragon and Snow Angel, at Mardel’s Bookstore for $14.99 or at Amazon.com for $10.
Newcastle Pacer
Type: Daily Newspaper
DMA: Oklahoma City, OK
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Bryn Seymour was only nine years old when her mother died mysteriously on the same day as the Apollo 11 moon landing. Forty years later, a divorced, cynical Bryn meets conspiracy theorist Howard, who thinks the two events may be connected. Although Bryn tries to find closure in Howard’s ideas, Howard’s son, a Christian, presents a different road for her to follow. Verdict Sharp prose and an appealing love story make this tale a winner. Ellis (Elvis Takes a Back Seat) sensitively delves into the subject of trying to come to terms with losing a parent.
LJones@reedbusiness.com
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A search-and-rescue helicopter pilot for the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Brannon Callahan is distinguished by her faith and her rescue record. She is pushed to her limits, though, when she must rescue U.S. Marshal Roark Holland from a dangerous blizzard after his plane crashes. Together, they must race to get a heart to a transplant recipient who happens to be the only witness in a human trafficking case. Verdict Making her B&H Fiction debut, Caroll (Bayou Justice) combines suspense with a burgeoning romance in a fast-paced tale that will please readers of this genre.
LJones@reedbusiness.com
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In 1808, Emma, the daughter of a prominent St. Louis family, believes she has met and married her dream man. But she soon discovers that Eric Montclaire is not who she thought he was. Controlling and merciless, Eric insists that Emma join him in a westward expedition following the trail that Lewis and Clark had broken a few years earlier. When Emma meets cartographer Luke Bowen along the way, her life is already in turmoil. Verdict This acclaimed author (Snow Angel) spins a captivating and complex story of forbidden love and redemption. Historical fiction and inspirational romance fans will enjoy this well-woven tale.
LJones@reedbusiness.com
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Most biblical Hebrew grammars currently available on the market introduce the features of biblical Hebrew through a traditional grammar-translation approach. Garrett & DeRouchies’s grammar adopts this traditional approach. The authors supplement the Textbook with ancillary materials on a CD, on a website, and with a fabulous Workbook of exercises… Garrett and DeRouchie have produced a very good and very intense grammar of biblical Hebrew. Its structure is excellent for those who wish to teach using a traditional grammar-translation method, but it leaves very little room for flexibility for those who wish to include interactive activities in the classroom.
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As a Hollywood stuntman I want action and drama in every project I read. ENEMIES AMONG US provides both in a dynamic portrayal of the intensity and discipline it takes to fight the shadow war in the streets of America. As a stuntman I know it takes discipline and patience to be successful. After reading Bob’s first book, THE LAST UNDERCOVER, a non-fiction chronicle of his life in the FBI and now reading about a new fiction action hero, Matt Hogan, I realize it takes discipline and patience to be successful undercover. Thanks Bob for another great read.
Buddy Sosthand, winner of the TAURUS AWARD at The World Taurus Stunt Awards in the best fight category for Pirates of The Caribbean 2 Dead Man’s Chest.
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Enemies Among Us is a suspenseful thriller that engages your mind, while giving you great insight to the FBI undercover world. Bob Hamer a true Hero, brings realization to the frightening world of terrorism, all too often missed by many, as to just how close to home it can hit at any moment.
- Laura Orrico, Actress, www.lauraorrico.com
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So, I’m giving this one four out of five bookmarks…and attaching a blue marble as a charm. Let your fascination with the galaxies drive you into the Arms of the One who created it all!
http://deenasbooks.blogspot.com/2009/10/once-in-blue-moon-by-leanna-ellis.html
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Double Cross by James David Jordan is the sequel to Forsaken and continues the story of Taylor Pasbury, a brave twenty-nine year old woman who runs her own security company. Taylor is living with Kacey, daughter of a good friend who was murdered in the Forsaken. She promised to watch out for Kacey and the two have become as close as sisters. When the two women go to confront a former worker of Kacey’s father who appeared to have been embezzling from the business, they instead find her dead of an apparent suicide. The pieces just don’t add up to Taylor who can’t let the investigation go, especially when it seems to involve her newly returned mother, Hillary. Hillary and Taylor have been estranged for over twenty years, and their reunion is more than bumpy. Taylor is a fabulous character who is just learning what it means to be a Christian. Her faith has helped her beat her addiction to alcohol, but she still struggles with understanding just what being a Christian means. She’s enormously fun to read; her interior dialogue keeps the reader smiling, and wait until you see how she takes one bad guy down! When her friend Michael says, “They didn’t know what they were getting into” referring to messing with Taylor, he’s right on the money. Taylor is smart, funny, and tough, and I can’t wait to read what she does next.
http://christysbookblog.blogspot.com/2009/10/double-cross.html
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