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August 13, 2025

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Book Review: The Pretender

Book Title: The Pretender

Author: Wanda E. Brunstetter

Publisher: Barbour Publishing

Publisher Date: 01 August 2025 (320 Pages, Paperback)

Genres: Amish, Amish fiction, Romance, Mystery, Fiction

Series: Mifflin County Mystery #3

A Woman Missing for Two Years Suddenly Returns Home

In book three of the Mifflin County Mystery series, Rosa Petersheim's return creates more hurt and confusion in the Big Valley.

Two years since Rosa Petersheim mysteriously disappeared from her Amish home, there has been no word from her. Her family and friends have suffered in the silence, though they have tried to move on with life.

Then one day Rosa just as suddenly reappears at her parent's home. . .with a husband in tow.

Rosa is ashamed of the choices she made that caused her to leave home. And now that she is back, her father is not welcoming and her siblings and friends want explanations that she can't give.

Will Rosa's family accept her and Anthony? Can the Big Valley ever be home again?

Disclaimer: I received this book from Wanda Clippty Clop Club, through the publisher. This is my honest review. My thoughts and opinions are my own.
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We are introduced to Anthony, who is working while waiting for a young woman who was running late for her shift.

This young woman, who goes by the name Eileen Person. She came on, tears in her eyes, and she seemed ashamed at what she did.

They make a plan and then head to her family's hometown. It turns out that this young woman is Risa, who disappeared from home two years ago and has now returned, pretending to be married.

We get a glimpse of Anthony's parents, Larvane and Herb, and a little bit of their home life.

Will the family welcome them back? Will Anthony fall for the community, and will he fall in love with Rosa? Will the community welcome Rosa back in with her husband?

The act continues, though Susan got suspicious of her sister Rosa, and her husband; she is not happy about Rosa coming home.

Rosa and Anthony are getting along and are starting to fall in love with each other, despite appearing to be happily married.

There are some twists and turns, but god may have a plan for Rosa and Anthony?

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Book Review: Reeds Point

Book Title: Reeds Point

Author: T.A. Cline

Publisher: Independently published

Publisher Date: 15 February 2025 (375 Pages, Paperback)

Genres: Christmas, Holiday, Romance, Young Adult, Mystery, Fiction

Series:

Reed’s Point starts with Mark Reed sitting on the bench made by his ancestors. He looks over the beautiful valley below the point, all decked with autumn colors. Even so, he only sees darkness. For his heart is breaking. Basil Whitfield thinks a lot of Mark and his family. He has gotten very close to them over the twelve years he has lived in Reedsville. But Basil has a mysterious past that only Sheriff Jedidiah Newman knows about. Can the tools that Basil could bring to bear be enough to set the town free from the mystery, suspense, and darkness? Leroy Belding is a common simple man who rides his bike around gathering bottles and cans from the side of the road. Leroy is a happy, contented soul with the ability to spin long yarns for entertainment. Will the help of Leroy's prodding and the people from Basil’s past have the power to reunite Mark and Elizabeth?
The Christmas bells ring at noon every day in Reedsville starting in October. Will the joy of the bells bring the memories of the Christmas traditions to the town? With the help of Basil and his friends, will it be enough to help the town to overcome and forgive? What starts out as a Reedsville problem explodes and touches people halfway around the world. Can Christian faith, forgiveness, and love overcome the darkness? Follow the story and see how it ends at Reed's Point.

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We meet the Reeds. Mark and Elizabeth. But it turned out wrong.

Someone may have set up Mark, but why? Could it be that it has to do with the Reed Family or something else to cause the Reed family name or town?

We meet a few more characters and enjoy the mystery of why this happened. I also appreciate the Christmas theme.

Well, we get some action and twists in this little black ops, and things start to move.

What was it that they wanted from Elizabeth? Why did they want Mark out of the way? Reading this gets more interesting by the page.

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July 3, 2025

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Book Review: Too Hurt to Stay

Book Title: Too Hurt to Stay
Author: Casey Watson
Genres: Nonfiction, Fostering, Biography, Memoir, Based on a True Story
Publisher: HarperCollins
Publisher Date: 23 April 2013 (304 Pages, Paperback)
Series:

Eight-year-old Spencer takes himself to social services and demands to be taken into care. It’s a desperate act, a cry for help, but his parent’s reaction – good riddance – speaks volumes. Casey’s hackles are immediately up for this poor child. Spencer is the middle child of four siblings. His parents claim all their other kids are ‘normal’ and that Spencer was born ‘vicious and evil’. Casey and her family are disgusted – kids aren’t born evil, they get damaged. Although when vigilante neighbours start to take action and their landlord threatens eviction, Casey is stretched to the limits, trying desperately to hold on to this boy who causes so much pain and destruction. Casey is determined to try and understand what Spencer is going through and help him find the loving home he is so desperately searching for. But it’s only when Spencer’s mother gets in touch with social services for the first time that gradually everything starts to make sense.

Disclaimer: I purchased the book because I had not received it from the publisher, although I won it through LibraryThing Early Readers for an honest review. My thoughts and opinions are my own.
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We are introduced to Casey and her family at the beginning, and we learn that she was on a break when she received a call.

That call seems to be from John, who is a link to some of the children who need help.

But will Casey and Mike take on this little boy?

We see a boy named Spencer and his way of life. We see he is polite and friendly. However, that may not be all it seems.

We see Spencer having a side, but he seems to be stealing and taking. However, there is a hole in their bedroom where he is sleeping. What is the cause of Spencer's behaviour?

We see a bit more of Spencer and his behavior. He seems to follow the rules. However, he also has a habit of stealing and taking things that belong to others.

What could be causing the home to do this? And Why? We see more of Riley and her two children. We also see Kerion and his girlfriend Lauren. Kerion seems to have Asperger's. I'm not sure if we can find that out in one of the author's earlier books. It was a surprise mention in this book.

When Spencer School calls and finds that Spencer may be stealing, I can understand Kieron when he is a bit upset.

Well, we see what Spencer is up to, and he gets a little weekend away. However, its antics and behavior seem to come to a sudden halt.

When he goes to visit this family, something is off about his mother. And when they come back to get him. He's gone, where did he go, and what about his mother not stopping him? Though Casey may have found something of interest when they came to the door. They want to talk to Kerry's husband. What's going to be like?

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Book Review: How To Talk To Your Spirit Guides

Book Title: How To Talk To Your Spirit Guides

Author: Will Almando

Publisher: Success Publications Sar

Publisher Date: 23 May 2024 (124 Pages, Paperback)

Genres: Guides, Self Help, Spiritual, Reference, Nonfiction

Series:

Would you like to receive love, protection, and guidance that improves every aspect of your life? Do you need help connecting with your spirit guides and understanding their messages? Are you ready to unlock your ultimate potential and evolve into the most authentic version of yourself?Navigating life’s challenges on your own can feel overwhelming.You’re never truly alone, though. Your family of high-level spirit guides has supported you since your birth.They’re always there for you and know exactly what’s best for you. They offer you a lifelong relationship of unconditional love with no strings attached.You can start talking to them and tapping into their wisdom today!

Everyone can learn to communicate with spirit guides and angels. There are no prerequisites. You don’t have to be a spiritual guru or a naturally gifted medium. You don’t need years of meditation practice.All it takes is your time and commitment.Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced practitioner, “How To Talk To Your Spirit Guides” equips you with all the tools you need for your spirit communication journey.By the end of the book, you will understand how to initiate conversations with your spirit guides, comprehend their messages, and permanently raise your vibration.Their loving guidance will lead you on a journey of self-discovery and improvement, empowering you to reach your highest potential and become the best version of yourself.This book provides a safe, simple, and effective ten-step method to connect with your spirit guides and talk to them.You’ll also learnwho high-level spirit guides are,what you can ask them,how they talk to you,how to ensure your safety,when and where to practice,how to ground yourself,how to raise your frequency,how to overcome blockages,how to go deeper toward constant connection and a blissful, guided life.I learned to talk to my spirit guides more than 25 years ago. My wonderful relationships with them are the best thing that ever happened to me.Despite my amazing early spirit communication experiences, it took me a long time to apply their suggestions and turn my life around. I had become an unhappy workaholic who had fallen into anxiety, depression, and addictions.It took a major life crisis and a change of continents to intensify my spirit communication and truly implement all the valuable advice I received from my guides.Under their constant guidance, I gradually managed to completely get rid of my anxiety, depression, and addictions. My spiritual journey is now my top priority, and I'm building my dream life.My mission is to help you connect with your spiritual guidance. For many years, I have extended and fine-tuned the proven ten-step method presented in this book. That’s the most valuable thing I could ever share with you.Talking to your spirit guides can be the breakthrough you seek. It can boost your personal and spiritual growth, help you release emotional baggage and implement positive changes in your life, improve your relationships, and lead you to experience amazing synchronicities and Divine grace.

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You will learn to communicate with and connect to your spirit guides. I have only read so far. There are a few ways they can do that. I am at the beginning. This is a good beginner book, and I learn as I read. It may be a good book to refer back to as you implement the 10-step method or to see if the 10-step method is the right approach for you. I can help strengthen your communication with your SG or your team.

We learn more about how to connect with our spirit guides. We also learned about a few different senses that we can each experience. We could experience more than one of the special senses.

We also learn about how they may communicate with you. We could experience that all differently.

We learn who they are by asking different questions, but there are some questions they can not answer. We can learn what they are and when a good time to communicate with them is, as well as where you can communicate with them.

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June 6, 2025

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On Tour: War at the Ice Cream Store: Mustachio Pistachio vs Bully Vanilli—Collector's Edition

Book Title: War at the Ice Cream Store: Mustachio Pistachio vs Bully Vanilli—Collector's Edition

Author: Cheryl DaVeiga

Publisher: Waterhole Productions LLC

Publisher Date: 2025-May (40 Pages, Paperback)

Genres: Children, Picture Book,

Series: Frank TL Frogg and Friends

New Collector's Edition—Reillustrated with enhanced story and bonus content.

In the Frozen Frogg Ice Cream Store, Bully Vanilli is the most popular ice cream and self-proclaimed king of the flavors. Lonely Mustachio sits at the back of the freezer. No one ever picks him. Every night, after the store door is locked, Bully Vanilli begins his bullying and Mustachio is his favorite target. One night, Vully kicks Mustachio's bucket. Poor Mustachio falls SPLAT on the floor, and it's... War at the Ice Cream Store! (And there's a song!)

Disclaimer: I received a free Copy from IRead BookTours for an honest review and Book Tour

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I enjoyed this book. It was done well. I love the take on the uniqueness of names for each flavor. Bully Vanilli is a good one for the vanilla flavor. Mustachio Pistachio is clever, and I like that. Though his name is a bit hard to pronounce, that may be it for me to do. Otherwise, I did enjoy the naming concept.

I also really enjoyed each page. I like that there is a lesson that Bully Vanilli needs to learn about a few things. I like the way the author is teaching children about kindness and bullying through something sweet and tasty that children like.

This is a fun and wonderfully illustrated book. Children learn, and what a wonderful way to use ice cream. The pictures can tell the story of what is going on as well, which makes it even better.

Prize: Author-signed WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 1 (collectors edition) and WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE 2 plus WAR AT THE ICE CREAM STORE Activity Book for Book 1 and coloring pages for Book 2 (one winner) (USA and Canada) (ends June 20)

Cheryl DaVeiga is an award-winning songwriter and children's book author who loves to combine humor, rhyme, and wordplay to create stories and songs that bring on the giggles. You can find her books and animated sing-along song videos on her website for kids and kid-lovers—BiffBamBooza.com. Biff Bam Booza books have received numerous awards and high acclaim, including Mom's Choice Gold, Purple Dragonfly, Eric Hoffer, and Literary Titan book awards, Readers' Favorite 5-star ratings, and Kirkus Review Magazine features. Cheryl lives in Tucson, Arizona, and spends her summers in her native New Jersey.

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June 3, 2025

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Book Review: Letters to God

Book Title: Letters to God

Author: CM Harris

Publisher: Purple Diamond Press, Inc

Publisher Date: 2025-May-20 (34 Pages, Paperback)

Genres: Children, Picture Book,

Series: Heavenly Messages Collection (#2)

Letters to God is a heartfelt and beautifully illustrated book that invites children to explore their emotions, express gratitude, and share their dreams through the power of writing letters to God. This touching story inspires faith, hope, and connection, encouraging children to see the beauty in everyday moments.

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I like this children's book. Its style is different and enjoyable. It has letters written by children, and it reads in that kind of way. Children are asking about some other things. They are all mean as you turn a page in the book. A different child writes a new letter. They could be thanking God for something, writing to help heal a loved one, or telling God how they feel. Each one is different. On the other page is a scripture or quote from the bible that goes along with it.

The pictures are well done. I would say that each page showcases a different family. They are all different in many different ways, from a mommy and a sibling to a family of a few to more than one of two.

This book is a quick and easy read. But it teaches children about kindness, love, and how talking to God is okay—doing so anywhere or any place or writing your prayer down is also fine. God will listen or hear any forms of payers even if they are written and sent to him that way.

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June 2, 2025

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Chance to Win a Copy of Amish Friends Farm-To-Table Cookbook by Wanda E. Brunstetter

Book Title: Amish Friends Farm-To-Table Cookbook

Author: Wanda E. Brunstetter

Genres: Amish, Amish Fiction, Cookbook,

Series:

Publisher: Barbour Books

Publisher Date: May 2023 (224 Pages, Paperback)

Bring Home the Fresh Taste of the Local Countryside
If you believe in sourcing food as close to home as possible while supporting small family farms, you’ll love this cookbook with contributions from Amish and Mennonite cooks. This new collection of recipes from New York Times bestselling author of Amish fiction, Wanda E. Brunstetter, celebrates sourcing fresh meat and produce from farms in your own local area. Sprinkled with tips for growing, harvesting, and preserving, the cookbook is divided into traditional categories from main dishes and sides to desserts and snacks. Encased in a lay-flat binding and presented in full color, it is a must-have cookbook for anyone who is interested in where their food comes from, participates in a CSA, or enjoys farmers’ markets.

Disclaimer: I received permission to talk about this cookbook from the publisher for an honest spotlight and from a book club I am in to spread the word about the book. My opinions of this book are my own.

Here is what the book will look like when you get it. I got many different recipes. There are many to choose from. I have made a recipe that is included in this cookbook. The recipe is called Melt in Your Mouth Roast, and I really enjoyed it. I have used and tried many of Wanda's other Cookbooks. I can say they all come mad this way. This one I would love to try. Here is a link to the result of my Cooking Challenge and Facebook post shared through Instagram.

Some of the scriptures in the book are inspiring and enjoyable to read. I know we have used a few of the other cookbooks I have received. Some of the recipes have been made for different holidays and get-togethers. I believe Mom even created some recipes for other events as well.

The images are credited to the publisher Barbour Books. I really believe the these cookbooks are great to have and are a wonderful gift of any cook. The pricing is not bad either.

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Amish Country's Most Beloved Storyteller

New York Times bestselling author Wanda E. Brunstetter is one of the founders of the Amish fiction genre. With over 12 million copies sold, Wanda's stories consistently earn spots on the nation's most prestigious bestseller lists and receive numerous awards.

When Wanda visits her Amish friends, she finds herself drawn to their peaceful lifestyle, sincerity, and family ties. She and her husband, Richard, have been blessed with two grown children, six grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.

Want a Chance to win a copy of this Cookbook? Comment below with what you make or do with this cookbook, and I will choose a winner on June 16, 2025. If you are chosen, I will email you for your mailing address and name. Please at least leave your email and answer to the question in the comment section. I will accept Disqus Comments or Blogger Comments.. However, Anonymous and Unknown will be removed from the giveaway, as I do not know who you are in the comment.

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May 28, 2025

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On Tour: War at the Ice Cream Store 2: Rocky Road vs The Sundae Storm With Giveaway

Book Title: War at the Ice Cream Store 2: Rocky Road vs The Sundae Storm

Author: Cheryl DaVeiga

Publisher: Waterhole Productions LLC

Publisher Date: 2025-May-6 (40 Pages, Paperback)

Genres: Children, Picture Book,

Series: Frank TL Frogg and Friends

The sequel to the award-winning War at the Ice Cream Store: Bully Vanilli vs Mustachio Pistachio

It’s a perfect Sunny Sunday in July—The ultimate ice cream day! But wait… uh oh… Trouble is brewing down at the Frozen Frogg Ice Cream Store! A swirly, twirly, category five twister is out of control!!

Could this be the first summer Sunday EVER without ice cream? (Say it isn’t so!) Or can the flavors and toppings whip up a plan before it’s too late?.

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This book is similar to the first book. We meet a few more new characters. One is Sheriff Mults, I believe. We are also introduced to Allen Halfgallon. This book gets more fun. It is funny and lovable. I just loved the characters and their personalities. I also like the wordplay. It is like reading the words in a song.

I like how they try to help and come up with an idea together to save the day. Vanilli Nice calls for help and then tells them about the war emergency at the ice cream store. Will they be able to save the day? Or will the Sundae Storm win out?

We are then introduced to Rocky Road. Will he be able to save the day? Will the frozen treats be able to save the day, and or will the shop be closed on a perfect summer day?

The story can be told by just looking at the pictures. The pictures are colorful and enjoyable to look at. I enjoy the way the story plays out. Will they rally together to save the historical day, or will they not? I like Newman telling the story through his eyes like on the news in weather report style. We also see it through the ice cream flavor point of view.