Dead End by Nancy Mehl

Wow! I just finished reading this book. It was a real dilemma because I wanted to know what happened, but I didn't want the book to be done. This book was full of suspense with a dash of romance. Several plot twists kept the story moving. I loved the depth of character development. All in all, this book is the culmination of a fantastic series. So grab a pitcher of iced tea and settle in for a fantastic read.

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

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When a body is discovered in a field in Iowa, the police uncover fourteen additional corpses ranging from 20 years old to recent. The remains point to a serial killer with an MO the authorities have seen before--Ed Oliphant, a man who has been in prison for over 20 years . . . and is Special Agent Kaely Quinn's father. After several failed interview attempts to discover if Ed has been training someone to be a copycat killer, the police turn to Kaely in St. Louis.

Kaely promised herself she would never step foot in her hometown or set eyes on her father again. She's always refused to confront her past, but if she wants to prevent any more deaths, she must come face-to-face with the man she's hated for years.
As more bodies are discovered, Kaely races against time and her own personal turmoil to uncover the killer. Will this most personal case yet cost Kaely her identity and perhaps even her life?

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Nancy Mehl lives in Missouri, with her husband Norman, and her very active puggle, Watson. She's authored thirty books and is currently at work on a new FBI suspense series for Bethany House Publishing.

All of Nancy's novels have an added touch - something for your spirit as well as your soul. "I welcome the opportunity to share my faith through my writing," Nancy says. "It's a part of me and of everything I think or do. God is number one in my life. I wouldn't be writing at all if I didn't believe that this is what He's called me to do. I hope everyone who reads my books will walk away with the most important message I can give them: God is good, and He loves you more than you can imagine. He has a good plan especially for your life, and there is nothing you can't overcome with His help."

You can find out more about Nancy by visiting her Web site at: www.nancymehl.com. She also is active on the Suspense Sisters: www.suspensesisters.blogspot.com and on FaceBook!

To See And Know: Sequel To A Sweet Voice by Margo Hansen

Margo Hansen is one of my favorite writers of historical fiction. Her book focus on faith, Family, romance and a bit of suspense. I love the fact that her books take place mainly in Minnesota. I have had the pleasure of visiting with Mrs. Hansen a few times in person and she is a very kind and friendly lady.  I am looking forward to her next book with great anticipation.  So grab a pot of coffee and some lefse and settle back for a fantastic story.

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“It could be he’s out for revenge.”Garrett Foxe needs answers and the place to find them seems to be in Ulen, Minnesota. The papers he found among his mother’s things reveal that she had lied to him all his life. Can the people here help him find the truth? Melody Wheatly knows she depends on her family too much, especially on her sister Harmony who needs to move on with her life. Melody is convinced that she will never marry. Should she move away and try to live independently and not be a burden on anyone? Garrett’s arrival causes quite a stir in the town. The Rodwell and Wheatly families fear he has come to cause trouble Even their friend Jasper is openly suspicious of the man. Garrett’s disinterest in hearing about salvation in Christ concerns Melody especially when she overhears a plot to kill him. When more revelations about Garrett’s life come to light, they threaten the lives and even the faith of his newfound friends. In this sequel to A Sweet Voice, Melody, her friends, and her family learn To See and Know-how God wants them to respond to the trials they face.

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Margo Hansen is a Minnesota author who enjoys writing about the north woods where she and her husband Bruce live. Margo has three children and six grandchildren and loves getting the family together. Her genre is Christian Fiction Romance and she adds to that a touch of mystery, lots of adventure, and a few twists and turns to keep her stories alive. Her joy is to share the Gospel of the Grace of God with her readers.

The Peasant's Dream by Melanie Dickerson

Melanie Dickerson, the undisputed master of fairytale retellings, never disappoints. I love visiting the Dukedom of Hagenheim with all of the various people making up the Duke's family. The stories are a realistic version of tales that have been around for ages. I love how she brings faith into these tales. The Peasant's Dream is Adela's story, the youngest daughter of the Duke. She leaves the castle in search of adventure and meets a handsome young wood carver. I love how both Adele and Frederick keep their faith in God through adversity. This is a tale of God's faithfulness. So grab a mug of tea and settle in for a fantastic read!
I was given a copy of this book by NetGalley.com with no expectations. All thoughts are my own.

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In this reverse Cinderella story, a poor farmer’s son, who dreams of using his talent as a woodcarver to make a better life for himself, falls in love with a duke’s daughter and must fight for a chance to win her heart.

Adela is the youngest daughter of Duke Wilhelm of Hagenheim and is never allowed outside of the castle walls. She loves her family, but she sneaks away one day to the market in the town center. There she meets a handsome young man and wonders what it might be like to fall in love with a poor farmer with a kind heart instead of marrying the man her family is suggesting for her.

Frederick earns the income for his family and defends his mother from his father’s drunken rages. He also uses his talent and creativity to carve figures, animals, and scenes into wood, and he's asked to carve these scenes into cathedral doors when his talent is noticed. Frederick is inspired by the sweet and beautiful Adela, but he has no knowledge of her true identity. When he gets swept up into a plan to kidnap the duke’s daughter, both are shaken by what they learn about the other.

With the heartbroken Adela resigned to an arranged marriage with her noble suitor, Frederick must decide what he’s willing to risk for love.

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Melanie Dickerson is the New York Times bestselling author who combines her love for all things Medieval with her love of romance and fairy tales. She also loves Regency Romance and has drawn on her Southern heritage to write a romance set in the late 1800s called Magnolia Summer.
Her books have won the Christy Award, two Maggie Awards, The National Reader's Choice Award, and the Carol Award in Young Adult fiction. She earned her bachelor's degree from The University of Alabama and has taught children and adults in America, Germany, and Ukraine. Now she spends her time writing stories of love and adventure near Huntsville, Alabama. Sign up for her newsletter at http://www.MelanieDickerson.com.

The House At The End Of The Moor by Michelle Griep.

 When I read the synopses for The House At The End of the Moor, it didn't sound good to me. But knowing Michelle Griep wrote it I knew I had to give it a chance. I am so glad I did. I enjoyed every moment of this book! There were the usual unusual characters and delightful descriptions. The plot was interesting and enticed one to keep reading. Ms. Griep did an excellent job of showing how prison can be more than bars, and how forgiveness can set us free. I highly recommend this book.
So grab a cup of tea and curl up for a great read.
I was given a copy of this book by NetGalley.com with no expectations. All thoughts are my own.


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What Can a London Opera Star and an Escaped Dartmoor Prisoner Have in Common?
 
Opera star Maggie Lee escapes her opulent lifestyle when threatened by a powerful politician who aims to ruin her life. She runs off to the wilds of the moors to live in anonymity. All that changes the day she discovers a half-dead man near her house. Escaped convict Oliver Ward is on the run to prove his innocence, until he gets hurt and is taken in by Maggie. He discovers some jewels in her possession—the very same jewels that got him convicted. Together they hatch a plan to return the jewels, clearing Oliver’s name and hopefully maintaining Maggie’s anonymity.

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I hear voices. Loud. Incessant. And very real. Which basically gives me two options: choke back massive amounts of Prozac or write fiction. I've been writing since I discovered blank wall space and Crayolas. I seek to glorify God in all that I write--except for that graffiti phase I went through as teenager.