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Monday, August 18, 2025

Rift In Time by Michael Phillips

 


I origionally picked Rift In Time as my next read believing it to be a time travel book. However it is not about time travel at all. I began reading and found myself enthralled by a book that I can only describe as being Indiana Jones meets Ted Dekkar. Adam Livingstone is an agnostic archeologist on a quest to find Noah's Ark. Upon finding what he believes to be Noah'sArk Adam's life is turned upside down. I loved following Adam and his team to exotic places as they look for antiquities while being thwarted by agents of the dark side. I loved the way Michael Phillips wove adventure with spiritual warfare. I am looking forward to reading book two Hidden In Time.


So if you are looking for edge of your seat adventure grab a copy of Rift In Time and settle in for a great read.


I borrowed a copy of Rift In Time by Michael Phillips from Kindle Unlimited. All thoughts are my own.


From Amazon:

The bestselling author of the Secret of the Rose series turns to the Holy Land, where the supposed discovery of Noah's Ark challenges a new world order.

 


Arabia, 1898. A sole pilgrim embarks on a quest to verify the truths of the Old Testament—and is murdered ever so close to the proof he seeks. A revelation that will remain undiscovered for decades . . .


 


Turkey, present day. Scientists, historians, and preachers have dreamed of this moment for centuries. Now archaeologist Adam Livingstone is minutes away from a discovery that will catapult him into worldwide fame—and prove that Noah's flood was no fairy tale. But as Adam begins the tedious work of unearthing the artifact, a secret cabal of financial and media giants cannot allow their diabolical plans to be destroyed—by letting the truth see the light of day . . .


 


"[An] exciting thriller." —
Library Journal


About the author:



MICHAEL PHILLIPS (b.1946), one of many in a rising generation of spiritual offspring of C.S. Lewis, George MacDonald, and the legacy of the Inklings, has made it his life’s passion to promote the teachings of these giants of the past.

Following the tradition of C.S. Lewis, he stands with others through the years who have shared a vision to awaken interest in the man known as the “Father of the Inklings,” including the names Kilby, Yates, Hein, Sadler, Reis, Robb, Amell, Triggs, Raeper, and many contributors to this important work. Through their efforts, MacDonald’s legacy lives on in the lives of thousands of spiritual grandsons and granddaughters.

Michael Phillips is widely known as George MacDonald’s redactor, publisher, and biographer, whose vision and editorial expertise–building upon the forerunning work of C.S. Lewis, Elizabeth Yates, and Rolland Hein–helped bring MacDonald back from obscurity in the 1980s when his realistic novels had been nearly forgotten. Author and editor of over 100 books, Phillips’ efforts helped ignite the MacDonald renaissance of recent years. As one of those responsible for the widespread renewal of MacDonald’s influence, Phillips is recognized as among the world’s foremost purveyors of MacDonald’s message, with particular insight into the Scotsman’s heart and spiritual vision.

Michael Phillips is considered to be one of the most versatile and prolific Christian authors of our time. To those unfamiliar with his work, the question, “What kind of books does Michael Phillips write?” has no easy answer. He began his distinguished writing career in 1977 with several non-fiction titles. Since that time, he has authored over twenty non-fiction books, most notably dealing with the nature and character of God and the Fatherhood of God. After turning to the writing of novels in the mid – 1980s, Phillips has penned some sixty fiction titles of great variety. The enormous breadth of his faithful audience is testimony that his writings are universal in their appeal. Most of his series have been best sellers in the Christian market.

In the 1970s Michael Phillips discovered the writings of Victorian Scotsman George MacDonald, whose books were foundational in leading C.S. Lewis out of atheism into Christianity. Phillips soon made it his life’s work and passion to bring to public attention the literary and spiritual links between MacDonald and Lewis. If MacDonald is the “father of the Inklings,” Phillips calls himself one of thousands of “sons of the Inklings.” Inspired by the groundbreaking work of two other pioneers with similar vision to his own, authoress Elizabeth Yates and Wheaton’s Dr. Rolland Hein, Phillips recognized that MacDonald’s realistic fiction novels were in precarious danger of being lost to history. He knew that new publication avenues were needed. To accomplish the goal of bringing MacDonald’s name back into prominence, he set about preparing and releasing updated and edited editions of MacDonald’s novels, as well as republishing MacDonald’s novels, sermons, and poems in their original editions.

His multi-dimensional efforts resulted in a new generation of readers having access to MacDonald’s books again for themselves. Phillips is also known as George MacDonald’s biographer. His George MacDonald, Scotland’s Beloved Storyteller, was the first major biography of MacDonald produced in the U.S. and remains one of the best selling MacDonald biographies of all time.

As his own volume of work reaches a stature of significance in its own right, Phillips is regarded, like Lewis and Hein before him, as one of many successors to MacDonald’s vision and spiritual legacy for a new generation.

Sunday, August 10, 2025

The First Flame: Awakening Of The Twelve by Marc Lessard

 


I enjoyed reading this book about the first days of the church. Marc Lessard did a good job of telling how the church came into being following the death of Jesus, covering the Resuurection, Pentocost and the salvation of Paul. This book is a retelling of the book of Acts.I love the way The First Flame show cases God's power and Grace. It is a great book to point you to the Bible to dig deeper into the Word of God to get the backstory. This book is well worth reading.


Iraed this book on Kindle Unlimited. All thoughts are my own.


From Amazon:

🔥 What if the story of Acts wasn’t just history—but a call to awaken something deep within you?

In the shadow of a brutal empire, a spark was lit that would ignite the world. The First Flame: Awakening of the Twelve brings the Book of Acts to life like never before—through a sweeping, cinematic journey of miracles, martyrdom, and the unstoppable power of faith.

Step into the sandals of the apostles—ordinary men and women transformed into spiritual warriors. From Peter’s fearless sermons to Stephen’s final stand, from Saul’s shocking conversion to the miraculous healings and bold defiance of Rome—this is more than a novel. This is the origin story of the Church, told with pulse-pounding drama and soul-stirring truth.

🔹 Perfect for fans of biblical fiction, Christian thrillers, and spiritual transformation
🔹 
Witness faith that defies empires and transforms hearts
🔹 
Feel the fire of the Holy Spirit again—and carry it forward

Will you take up the flame?


About the author:





Marc Lessard is a Christian author, speaker, and storyteller whose writing is fueled by a radical encounter with God’s grace and a deep love for His Word. A lifelong believer who experienced personal transformation through the intercessory prayers of his wife and the power of the Holy Spirit, Marc now writes to help others encounter the same flame that changed him.

His debut novel, The First Flame: Awakening of the Twelve, is a vivid retelling of the early Church’s explosive birth, crafted with historical depth, spiritual boldness, and dramatic flair. Combining years of biblical study with a cinematic storytelling style, Marc’s work is designed to draw readers into the heart of Scripture—where miracles, martyrdom, and mission collide.

When he's not writing, Marc can be found sharing the Gospel, serving in ministry, or spending time with his wife—the prayer warrior and partner who helped ignite his calling. Together, they live to see lives changed by the same Gospel that turned the world upside down.

Monday, July 28, 2025

A Trial Of Innocents by Michael Swiger

 


I found A Trial Of Innocents to thoroughly engrossing. I loved all of the twists and turns of the legal system. It was particularly interesting to see how the author merged two cases into a mirror image of each other. I believe it forces a person to think about perspective and how guilt and innocence can be twisted to suit the narrative of the person telling the story.I feel the characters were well developed and believable. The plot was good and kept me engaged. I highly recommend this book .


So brew up a pot of coffee and settle in for a great read.


I borrowed a copy of this book. All thoughts are my own.


From Amazon:

A Child Lost. A Secret Buried. A Trial That Changes Everything.

When a pregnant woman is savagely beaten and left in a coma, the town demands justice—and a nonverbal special needs man is quickly arrested. The case explodes in the media, and the calls for the death penalty grow louder.

Prosecutor Lori Franks is determined to win at all costs. Years ago, she sought an abortion. Now, she’s seeking the ultimate punishment for a man accused of doing the very same thing—ending a life in the womb. But when a chance DNA test reveals her own baby was switched at birth, Franks launches a custody battle for the child she once tried to destroy.

Enter Danial Solomon, a defense attorney with a heart for truth and a past he can’t forget. As he battles both Franks and the broken justice system, he uncovers a chilling web of conspiracy, corruption, and deception that could cost him everything—including his life.

A Trial of Innocents is a fast-paced, faith-filled legal thriller full of moral tension, courtroom drama, and redemptive grace.

Readers call it “Grisham with a Christian twist.”
Already a #1 Amazon Bestseller.

Get your copy today. The truth won’t wait.

Reader praise for A Trial of Innocents:

★★★★★
 Wonderful and riveting -- Grisham with a Christian twist!

★★★★★
 I read this book in one sitting! -- There were several stories intertwined, and the development was handled perfectly!!! I recommend the book to anyone who likes a good who-done-it with a little spiritual message tucked in!!!

★★★★★
 Wow! Just wow! -- Great story, it just kept me coming back to read more. Just about the right balance of thrilled and spirituality. Love it.

★★★★★
 Courtroom Drama at its best! -- Swiger wrote complicated characters and wove a wonderful murder mystery and courtroom drama in this book. He also showed the wonderful way God is with believers in the storms of life and works in their lives to accomplish His purpose and will.

★★★★★ 
Captivating Suspenseful Read -- Outstanding thriller, filled with spiritual insight as well as twists and turns and unexpected surprises. If you like the writings of John Grisham, add this author to your arsenal of books. Each character was fully developed and added to the suspense.

★★★★★
 Watch out, John Grisham -- Michael Swiger has written an amazing legal thriller with a Christian point of view. What a wonderful relief to read an intriguing mystery with no dirty words or graphic bedroom scenes!


About the author:



Bestselling Author

Michael Swiger is the award-winning author of the Innocents Series - inspirational, suspense-filled legal thrillers that have perennially topped the Amazon bestseller list. He is the founder and Executive Director of True Freedom, Ohio’s largest prison ministry. Swiger served 17 years as an accomplice to a crime committed by his older brother. While incarcerated Swiger graduated Summa Cum Laude from Ohio University with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree, before earning a degree in Applied Theology at the Reformed Theological Seminary. He became the first Ohio prisoner to be commercially published since O. Henry in 1902. Swiger lives near Cleveland with his wife and two children.

Saturday, July 26, 2025

Leah: Unnoticed. Unwanted. Unloved. by Amanda Bedzrah

 


Leah: Unnoticed. Unwanted. Unloved. by Amanda Bedzrah helps bring to life the story of Jacob, Rachel and Leah from the bible. Ms. Bedzrah did extensive research into Jewish history and the Bible in order to offer an authentic prtrayal of what life may have been like at the time that Jacob worked to earn Rachel as his wife. After Laban tricks Jacob into marrying Rachel's older sister Leah, Jacob must labor another seven years for Rachel. 


As a result of the switched brides Leah is condemed to a life of always being less than. No matter what she does her husband always prefers her sister, his second wife. I loved the way that this book brought understanding as to how Leah may have fealt. It is a very good book.


I read this book and state that all thoughts are my own.


From Amazon:


Lying in bed next to ‘the man of her dreams’, Leah is crippled with fear and unable to sleep. She knows that her husband Jacob is going to wake up to her, not “the woman of his dreams”.

Jacob worked and served Leah’s father Laban for seven years to marry her younger sister Rachel, but on the night of their wedding, the brides were switched; the right man was married to the wrong bride.

As Leah anticipates, his dissatisfaction is not hidden; his rejection is immediate.

Seven days later, Jacob marries Rachel after promising to work another seven years for her.

Leah is now left in a place of pain and bitterness. A fearsome war erupts. She is in a battle for her husband’s affection – not with an enemy, but with her own sister!

Will she ever be loved and accepted?

Can God use a woman like Leah: unnoticed, unwanted, and unloved, to change history?

This book is a fictional retelling of one of the greatest Bible stories of all time. It is a story of love, deception, betrayal, competition, heartbreak, and forgiveness.

It reminds us that God has a plan and purpose for our lives. No pain is ever wasted with God!


About the author:


Amanda is a wife and a mother to three beautiful children. She is an author, a prayer minister, an inspirational speaker, a restoration catalyst, and a mentor. Amanda is passionate about seeing people restored and living a full life beyond salvation.

She is a passionate Bible teacher who uses practical examples to teach godly principles. She is a Law Graduate (2:1 LLB Hons) from the University of Wolverhampton, a Prince 2 Practitioner, and she is certified in Business Analysis Practice.

Amanda is also the founder and CEO of Empower a Woman (www.empowerawoman.org), a UK-based non-profit organisation that is set up to meet the needs of vulnerable women.

Today she is in a much happier place. She is restored, healed, and delivered and is driven by her own personal mission statement for change:

Just because I can’t do everything

Doesn’t mean I won’t do anything

Even if I can only do something

I REFUSE to do nothing

Sunday, July 13, 2025

Vanished by Dr. David Jeremiah with Sam O'Neal


 

Vanished follows the life of Lt Colonel John Haggerty in the months leading up to the Rapture. I found this book to be well written and engaging. I liked all of the characters and found myself cheering them on, hoping they would make the right decisions. The events in the book seem realistic, as though they could happen at anytime.  Although it doesn't say I feel this is the first of a series and I eagerly look forward to reading the next book. 


I was given a copy of this book with no expectations. All thoughts are my own.


From Amazon:

The end of the world . . .

As leader of a special military unit charged with stopping potential pandemics before they spread, John "Haggs" Haggerty has a front-row seat to the sharp increase in natural disasters that precede the Rapture--including plagues, earthquakes, famines, wars, and rumors of war. And each crisis is becoming more intense.

Meanwhile, his own world feels like it's falling apart. He's still caught in the grief of messing up his relationship with his ex-wife, and he's trying to keep it together so that he can show up for his adult daughter before she wants him out of her life entirely. As both personal and professional situations push him to the brink, Haggs finds himself stretched further than ever in his desire to be the kind of good person he knows he should be.

Just when it seems as if things might turn around, Haggs is forced to decide between his need to find solutions and his need for personal redemption.




About the author:



Dr. David Jeremiah serves as senior pastor of Shadow Mountain Community Church in El Cajon, California. He is the founder and host of Turning Point, a ministry committed to providing Christians with sound Bible teaching relevant to today’s changing times through radio and television, the Internet, live events, and resource materials and books. A bestselling author, Dr. Jeremiah has written more than forty books, including Agents of Babylon, Agents of the Apocalypse, Captured by Grace, Living with Confidence in a Chaotic World, What in the World Is Going On?, The Coming Economic Armageddon, God Loves You: He Always Has—He Always Will, and What Are You Afraid Of?. Dr. Jeremiah’s commitment to teaching the complete Word of God continues to make him a sought-after speaker and writer. His passion for reaching the lost and encouraging believers in their faith is demonstrated through his faithful communication of biblical truths. A dedicated family man, Dr. Jeremiah and his wife, Donna, have four grown children and twelve grandchildren. Connect with Dr. Jeremiah on Facebook (@drdavidjeremiah), Twitter (@davidjeremiah), and on his website (davidjeremiah.org).




Sam O’Neal is Senior Writer for Write Great Stories, where he serves authors and publishers as they produce great stories and great books that help advance God’s kingdom. He has worked with numerous New York Times bestselling authors and resources in that capacity.

Saturday, July 12, 2025

A Seaview Christmas: An On Devonshires Shores Novella by Julie Klassen releasing September 2, 2025

 


A Sea View Christmas: An On Devonshire Shores Novella was a fun book to read. I enjoyed reuniting with the Summer sisters as they move on from a life of gentility to running a boarding house among other careers. The plot was interesting and I really liked the characters. I loved the setting of Seaview. I recommend reading the first three books as this is not a standalone book. 


So set the air conditioner on high, get a cozy blanket and a pot of tea to drink while you savor A Sea View Christmas.


I was given a copy of this book with no expectations. All thoughts are my own.


From Amazon:

The holiday stirs up excitement as fondly remembered guests come to stay and acquaintances grow into more. . . .

With a promise to her youngest sister, Sarah Summers declares that this year's Christmas at Sea View will exceed all expectations. But an upcoming trip to Scotland--and the prospect of becoming reacquainted with dashing widower Callum Henshall--blows a flurry of doubts into her mind. Sarah had discouraged his attentions before yet soon finds herself once again torn between attraction and duty as alluring thoughts of a second chance at love weave their way into her practical heart.

Meanwhile, seventeen-year-old Georgiana eagerly anticipates the exciting Christmas of her dreams after last year's dull, disappointing holiday filled with endless chores. She enjoys all the promised parties, music, and dancing, but is taken by surprise when young love comes knocking. Does the festive romance of a Sea View Christmas hold the key to a happily-ever-after for both sisters?

Spend the holiday season with the Summers sisters on the charming Devonshire coast, where family bonds are strengthened, love is rekindled, and Christmas joy abounds.

Julie Klassen's heartwarming Christmas companion to the On Devonshire Shores series holds themes of friends to more, sisterhood bonds, and matchmaking that will fill you with holiday spirit. This novella can be read separately or along with the series and will appeal to fans of Jane Austen, English Regency romance, and Downtown Abbey.


About the author:



Julie Klassen loves all things Jane—Jane Eyre and Jane Austen. She worked in publishing for sixteen years and now writes full time. Three of her novels have won the Christy Award for Historical Romance. She has also won the Minnesota Book Award, the Midwest Book Award, and Christian Retailing’s BEST Award. Julie is a graduate of the University of Illinois. She and her husband have two sons and live in St. Paul, Minnesota. Visit www.julieklassen.com and talesfromivyhill.com for more information

Sunday, June 29, 2025

The Seaside Homecoming (On Devonshire's Shores #3) by Julie Klassen

 


The Seaside Homecoming (On Devonshire Shores, #3)is a beautiful story of redmeption. In a time where one misstep would ruin a woman and possibly her family, the Summer sisters must decide whether family bonds are stronger than society's rules. I loved this story with strong characters who each have their own story set in the beautiful shores of Devonshire. Ms. Klassen tells abeautiful story sprinkled with history. 


So grab something to drink, turn your phone off and settle in for a fantastic historical read from the Queen of regency fiction.


I was given a copy of The Seaside Homecoming with no expectations. All thoughts are my own.


From Amazon:

Claire Summers replies to an advertisement to help run a Sidmouth boarding house, but her handsome, secretive business partner might send her packing if he learns her genteel façade hides a less-than-respectable past. And will a hoped-for reunion with her family lead to reconciliation or leave her estranged forever?


About the author:



Julie Klassen loves all things Jane—Jane Eyre and Jane Austen. She worked in publishing for sixteen years and now writes full time. Three of her novels have won the Christy Award for Historical Romance. She has also won the Minnesota Book Award, the Midwest Book Award, and Christian Retailing’s BEST Award. Julie is a graduate of the University of Illinois. She and her husband have two sons and live in St. Paul, Minnesota. Visit www.julieklassen.com and talesfromivyhill.com for more information.