Too loved to be lost by Debora Coty

In Too Loved to Be Lost (Barbour Books, October 2014), you’ll find simple, practical steps for healing, refreshment, and revitalization of spirit, body, and faith. Whether you’re struggling with issues related to trust, depression, patience, relationships, hurts, or hopes. . .this humor-filled volume will deliver a much-needed smile and equip you with simple-to-implement tips for attaining the kind of guidance and belonging you crave—the kind that can only be found in the unconditional love of Papa God.

My thoughts: This was an easy read that really deals with anxiety and depression, it is a good reminder about God's love and is very uplifting.
This little gem is full of encouragement and is a great uplifting read.
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A Kitchen in France by Mimi Thorisson

What a beautiful cookbook! I was utterly delighted to get this book because I am in love with French cooking and the gorgeous cover was enough to make you anticipate what the rest of the book held and I certainly wasn't disappointed!
This book has gorgeous photography and the recipes look so delicious, I cannot wait to try them. It is wonderful having a great addition to my cookbook collection.

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Lady of Willogrove Hall by Sarah Ladd

A Lady at Willowgrove Hall || Whispers on the Moors series
Her secret cloaks her in isolation and loneliness.
His secret traps him in a life that is not his own.
Cecily Faire carries the shame of her past wherever she treads, knowing one slip of the tongue could strip away everything she holds dear. But soon after accepting the position of lady’s companion at Willowgrove Hall, Cecily finds herself face-to-face with a man well-acquainted with the past she’s desperately hidden for years.
Nathaniel Stanton has a secret of his own – one that has haunted him from birth and tied him to his father’s position as steward of Willowgrove. To protect his family, Nathaniel dares not breath a word of the truth. But as long as the shadow looms over him, he’ll never be free to find his own way in the world. He’ll never be free to fall in love.
When the secrets swirling within Willowgrove Hall come to light, Cecily and Nathaniel must confront a painful choice: Will they continue running from the past . . . or will they stand together and build a future without the suffocating weight of secrets long suffered?

My opinion: There wasn't much of a mystery in this book being that you know what is going on pretty early on, that being said the author did a wonderful job at writing a sweet Regency love story.I enjoyed it more than I thought I would and thought it was well written and enjoyable.
I received a copy of this book in exchange for my honest opinion.

The Daughter of Highland Hall by Carrie Turansky

The Daughter of Highland Hall || Book 2, Edwardian Brides (Waterbrook Multnomah, October 2014)
What if the title, the estate, the life of security and splendor… what if it isn’t enough?
Strong-willed and beautiful, debutante Katherine Ramsey feels ready to take the London social season by storm, and she must. Her family estate, Highland Hall, has been passed to older male cousin Sir William Ramsey, and her only means of securing her future is to make a strong debut and find a proper husband. With her all-knowing and meddling aunt as a guide, Katherine is certain to attract suitors at the lavish gatherings, sparkling with Great Britain’s elite.
When a shocking family scandal sidelines Katherine, forcing her out of the social spotlight, she keeps a low profile, volunteering with the poor in London’s East End. Here Katherine feels free from her predictable future, and even more so as a friendship with medical student Jonathan Foster deepens and her faith in God grows. But when Katherine is courted anew by a man of wealth and position, dreams of the life she always thought she wanted surface again. Torn between tradition and the stirrings in her heart for a different path, she must decide whom she can trust and love—and if she will choose a life serving others over one where she is served.

My opinion: I was excited to read this book as I enjoyed Mrs. Turansky's previous book and I was utterly delighted that she used characters that we were introduced to in her previous book.  Starting off I was not crazy about the main character, Katherine, but she had a lot of character development throughout the book and I grew to like her. I thought the romance was sweet and the overall book was a good read with well developed characters.
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Expectant Parents by Suzanne Gosselin

Expectant Parents: Preparing Together for the Journey of Parenthood || (Focus on the Family, October 2014)
Many books focus on prenatal development and the health of a mom-to-be. While Expectant Parents does touch on important issues of pregnancy, its core purpose is help expectant parents understand key issues related to the arrival of a new child in the home, offering practical assistance as they prepare themselves for long-term family success.
It’s often said that babies don’t come with an instruction manual. This book actually provides parents with information and practical steps for writing their own—as they work to create the kind of home and family they choose to build. This includes strengthening their own marriage relationship, setting plans and expectations for parenthood, increasing communication, and preparing for the new stage of their family life that is just ahead. Ideal for first-time parents, this book would also be helpful for couples wanting to explore and prepare for the emotional, physical, and spiritual life changes that come with the arrival of any new child into the family.

My opinion: Even though I do not have children of my own yet I found this book to be really insightful and enjoyable. I really enjoyed how Mrs. Gosselin had a different approach to preparing for a baby by talking about the emotional and even spiritual side of preparing for a little one.  I really appreciated the authors honesty and humor.
I think this book would make an exceptional gift to anyone who finds themselves preparing for a little bundle of joy.
I received a copy of this book in exchange for my honest opinion.

The Natural Pregnancy Book

This is a great resource book! I was delighted to receive this book and was even more delighted when I got the book as it was everything I was hoping for and more! This book would make a great gift for anyone who is expecting or is a great book to hold onto if you are planning on having a child in the future.
This book is packed full of exceptional advice and is a great guide for how to have a natural pregnancy.

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What color is your Parachute? 2015

My Dad has always swore by Richard Bolles famous book "What color is your parachute?" so I was utterly delighted to received the most recent edition of this classic book and it did not disappoint!
This job is great for any job hunter, whether it is someone starting out early in ones career like myself or someone who has been in the work force for a long time. Filled with up to date information that is wonderfully relevant in this day and age, to information on what jobs would best suit you best this book is very insightful and I can see why it is such a best seller.

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