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Tuesday, July 30, 2024

Of The Past And Eternity by Carole Lehr Johnson

 



Of The Past And Eternity is the first book I have read by Carole Lehr Johnson. I enjoyed the plot very much. The only reason I gave this book 4 stars instead of 5 is the fact that I couldn't connect with the characters. I loved the settings and the descriptions of life in Regency England. I will definitely read more by this author.

All thought's are my own.


From Amazon:

Thrown back in time with the man she despises . . .

At her sister’s urging, Cora Anderson leaves Boston and travels to an old manor in rural England to pursue her dream job while also outrunning the pain of loss. What she finds is a historic property turned luxury-themed resort with an obnoxious resident celebrity.

Hugh Henley is an enigma to Cora. His classic good looks aren’t only what captures her attention, but what many dub his strangest quirk—his complete immersion into Regency life from manners to attire. When they are forced to work together, she wonders if the career opportunity is worth the trouble.

Furthermore, the two of them stumble into the year 1816 and struggle to survive the era and each other. The more time they spend together, the more an undeniable connection develops between them. In the midst of grief, Cora questions her faith in God while Hugh faces struggles of his own. But can his past help heal her future?

About the author:


Carole Lehr Johnson is a veteran travel consultant of more than 30 years and has served at her local
library. Her love of tea and scones, castles and cottages, and all things British has led her to immerse
her writing in the United Kingdom, whether in the genre of historical or contemporary fiction. She is a
member of the American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW) as well as the president of her local
chapter. She and her husband live in Louisiana, USA with their goofy cats. Permelia Cottage is her
first novel.

Tuesday, July 2, 2024

The True Lies of Rembrandt Stone: books 1-6 by David James Warren

 I usually review each book of a series individually, but since I just binge read all six I am doing one review. I feel the story should be read in one long binge. 


Embark on an Unforgettable Time-Travel Saga: The True Lies of Rembrandt Stone - Experience the Thrilling First Two Books in the Epic 6-Book Series!

Cast the First Stone

Join ex-Minneapolis Police Detective Rembrandt Stone as he confronts a haunting case, a chance to alter the past, and the perilous consequences that could unravel everything he holds dear.

Will solving the case that consumes him come at the cost of destroying the life he cherishes?

No Unturned Stone
Ex-detective Rembrandt Stone broke the rule—Don’t Mess with the Past—and returned to a shattered life and an unthinkable reality. With no other choice, Rembrandt must once again break the rule, venturing back in time to rectify past mistakes, salvage what he can, and unravel another brutal mystery along the way. Yet, manipulating time comes at a price as he becomes a target and risks losing himself forever.

Brace yourself for an explosive mind-bending experience in the first two books of The True Lies of Rembrandt Stone!

“Cast the First Stone is a mind-bender of the first order. Fast paced, strong characters, great twists and Rembrandt Stone is a hero I predict will be grabbing readers around the throat for a long time. This is one to pick up because you won’t want to put it down.” Ted Dekker – New York Times bestselling author
 


Hold onto your head—and your heart, because Time doesn't play fair.

Sticks and Stone
In the thrilling third book of The True Lies of Rembrandt Stone series, Rembrandt's actions have only exacerbated the situation, resulting in the destruction of his closest friendship.

Determined to rectify the damage, Rembrandt embarks on one final journey into the past. His mission: to save his friend, restore his own life, and pursue a cunning serial killer who eludes him across time.

When Rembrandt finds himself amidst a perilous Minneapolis blizzard, where two children vanish, he races against time to rescue them, protect his partner, and forge a future he can bear. But will he get it wrong, again?

Set in Stone
In a high-stakes battle against time, Detective Rembrandt Stone finds himself trapped in a web of his own making, desperate to rectify the present by altering the past. With thirty-eight women dead and a serial killer still on the loose after twenty-four years, Rembrandt must rely on clues from his past to navigate the treacherous present.

But the killer is one step ahead, targeting the person Rembrandt cherishes most. Now, he must outsmart time itself to save everyone he loves.

Prepare to hold your breath and be left yearning for more in the heart-pounding third and fourth installments of The True Lies of Rembrandt Stone.

"Masterful writing from three powerhouse storytellers.” -NYT bestselling author Tosca Lee

Failure could cost him everything…


Blood from a Stone
Haunted by his past mistakes, Detective Rembrandt Stone is determined to do whatever it takes to stop a relentless killer he has pursued through multiple timelines. With everything he holds dear at stake, Rembrandt is faced with a final chance to set things right. But if he gets it wrong…

Brace yourself for the most perilous stakes yet in the heart-wrenching and gripping fifth installment of The True Lies of Rembrandt Stone series.

Heart of Stone
Time has outwitted him. Time for him to outwit time. In the gripping conclusion of The True Lies of Rembrandt Stone, Detective Rembrandt Stone finds himself a stranger in his own reflection, lost in an unfamiliar world. Struggling to reclaim his identity, he discovers an unexpected ally from the past who may hold the key to untangling the chaos. Their only hope lies in Rembrandt returning to the past one last time, intercepting his former self to prevent a fatal error.

Can he reconstruct the shattered fragments of a past he himself destroyed, or is there nothing left to salvage?

Brace yourself for an explosive finale in The True Lies of Rembrandt Stone series, where the boundaries of time are pushed to the limit.

Holy what?! DO NOT MISS THIS STORY! David James Warren kills it with this time-travel story that explores regrets and mistakes and the importance of living in the now. -Ronie Kendig, author of the bestselling, award-winning The Tox Files and The Droseran Sagastone is a retired detective with the Minneapolis police Department. He  has a decent life, but also some regrets. He receives the gift of time travel and sets off on an adventure trying to fix his regrets. 





This series demonstrates how each action a person takes has life changing reactions. I love this series and am sorry it is over. 


About the author:




MEET DAVID JAMES WARREN...

Susan May Warren is the USA Today bestselling, Christy and RITA award–winning author of more than eighty novels whose compelling plots and unforgettable characters have won acclaim with readers and reviewers alike. The mother of four grown children, and married to her real-life hero for over 30 years, she loves travelling and telling stories about life, adventure and faith. For exciting updates on her new releases, previous books, and more, visit her website at www.susanmaywarren.com.

James L. Rubart is 28 years old, but lives trapped inside an older man’s body. He’s the best-selling, Christy Hall of Fame author of ten novels and loves to send readers on mind-bending journeys they’ll remember months after they finish one of his stories. He’s dad to the two most outstanding sons on the planet and lives with his amazing wife on a small lake in eastern Washington. More at www.jameslrubart.com/

David Curtis Warren is making his literary debut in these novels, and he’s never been more excited. He looks forward to creating more riveting stories with Susie and Jim, as well as on his own. He’s grateful for his co-writers, family, and faith, buoying him during the pandemic of 2020, and this writing and publishing process.