Music Review: Passion - Whole Heart Album

Passion Whole Heart Album

The Passion Whole Heart Album is a powerful and uplifting album!  From the first song to the very last, the lyrics of these songs will touch your heart.  The beautiful and harmonious voices that sing each word is filled with passion and heartfelt emotion.  I truly got lost in this album and I replayed the album each time it came to an end.  

This album made me joyful and made me emotional.  The lyrics are filled with the truth of God’s Word, love and goodness.  This is a wonderful praise album that had me singing all day and I believe it will have you singing as well.  

I recommend that you pick up the Passion Whole Heart album.  The beautiful praise songs will uplift you and make your heart happy.

The wonderful people at FlyBy Promotions have reserved a copy of this album for one reader of my blog to receive.  Click on the Rafflecopter giveaway link below to enter for a chance to win this album:

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This giveaway will run from February 24, 2018 to March 03, 2018.

Happy Listening!  

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Book Review: Promise of Peppermint

Promise of Peppermint

Author:  Valerie Comer

Publisher:  GreenWords Media

Pages:  111

Audience:  Women

Genre:  Fiction

Promise of Peppermint is the story of Rebekah, a young woman who is trying to deal with a painful past.  In the midst of Rebekah’s struggles enters Wade Roper, a past love who means very much to Rebekah, however, as much as she finds that she still loves Wade there is something that still standing in her way of admitting this.  

Wade has loved Rebekah since the day he met her, however, their relationship fell apart four years ago and as much as he still loves her, Wade wonders what tore their relationship apart.

I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book.  Valerie Comer creates such vivid and rich characters that are full of depth, with struggles that are relevant to us all.  The message of this book about trusting God and letting go of fear is told so well through this cast of characters.  I honestly did to want this book to end and I found out that this book is the prequel to her Urban Farm Fresh book series and I am happy that these characters’ stories go on in other books.  

I recommend that you pick this book up.  The message of trust, faith, and love will leave you feeling hopeful.

Happy Reading!

Note:  I have received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review.

Book Review: Just Another Girl Story

Just Another Girl’s Story

A Memoir of Finding Redemption

Author:  Laura Eckert and Shawn Eckert

Publisher:  Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Pages:  240

Audience:  Adults

Genre:  Memoir

Just Another Girl’s Story is the true story of Laura Eckert.  Laura shares the story of her life and the challenges that she went through and the strength of her faith.  Laura’s touching story teaches us that our decisions do not define who we are; our trials can serve as lessons that make us stronger.  Laura’s story is inspiring in that it is a true testament to how God loves us even when we find it difficult to love ourselves.

Laura writes her story with such honesty.  Laura’s story of redemption comes with heartache and joy and will definitely resonate with anyone who has experienced their own journey to redemption.  Laura is an example of not giving up on your faith and seeking the life that God envisioned for you to be.  I recommend that Laura’s story be read. 

Happy Reading!

Note:  I have received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review.

Book Review: Merry and Bright

Merry and Bright

Author:  Debbie Macomber

Publisher:  Ballantine Books

Pages:  272

Audience:  Adults

Genre:  Fiction

Merry and Bright by Debbie Macomber is about Mery who works for Jayson Bright, a man who is not so jovial about the holidays.  Merry’s mother and brother decide they are going to surprise Merry by signing her up for an online dating site.  This surprise sends Merry on an adventurous search for romance where she learns not to judge a book by its cover.

Jayson Bright on the other hand, gets a surprise when his cousin is getting married.  This news sets Jayson on a course of self-discovery and a journey to find if there is someone out there for him as well.  These two very different characters are on their respective romantic adventures that lead them to discover more than romance.

This story is very sweet and a fun holiday read!  If you want a feel-good type of read, I would suggest picking this book up.

Happy Reading!

Note:  I have received a copy of this ebook from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review

Book Review: The Crooked Christmas Tree

The Crooked Christmas Tree

Author:  Damian Chandler

Publisher:  Faith Words

Pages:  144

Audience:  Adults

Genre:  Religion/Holidays/Christian

The Crooked Christmas Tree is the true life story told from a father’s perspective.  The story starts with the way many households start the holiday season, the picking of the family Christmas tree.  Mr. Chandler tells the story of how his children picked a crooked Christmas tree.  However, as Mr. Chandler and the reader will discover this is no ordinary crooked tree. 

Mr. Chandler is set on a road of introspective discovery, set by a tree he didn’t want to begin with.  He writes about the lessons he learned through this tree; lessons of rejection, the Lord’s saving Grace, and how God loved us so much He sent His only son to earth to save us.  At Christmas, while the perfect Christmas tree is sought to adorn our homes, God sent His perfect son to save our crooked selves. 

I really enjoyed reading this book.  Mr. Chandler highlights the true meaning of Christmas and how Jesus’ birth is the light that obliterates all our crooked pieces.

I recommend you read this book.  It is heartwarming and these lessons will live in your heart beyond this holiday season.

Happy Reading!

Note:  I have received a copy of this book from the publisher and Hachette Book Group in exchange for an honest review.

Book Review: The Paper Bag Christmas

The Paper Bag Christmas

Author:  Kevin Alan Milne

Publisher:  Center Street

Pages:  160

Audience:  Adults

Genre:  Fiction

The Paper Bag Christmas tells the story of Molar and Aaron, two young boys whose lives are changed one fateful Christmas.  Molar and Aaron meet a mall Santa Clause that sets the boys on a course of discovery of the true meaning of Christmas, with an intriguing promise of “a gift you never wanted for Christmas.”  The mall Santa Clause is really Dr. Christopher K. Ringle, who recruits the boys to spread holiday cheer to the children being treated at a hospital. 

Two such children that Molar and Aaron meet are Mandhu and Katrina.  Mandhu is a bright and funny child who leads life with positivity and curiosity.  Through all that Mandhu faces, you see his courage and heart for others.  Katrina is a child who isn’t so positive and who struggles to connect with others.  These four children unbeknownst to themselves are set on a journey that impacts each other and those around them.

I can honest report that this story made an incredible effect on me.  I laughed and cried over these endearing characters.  Kevin Alan Milne has created a cast of characters that are unforgettable.  I have definitely made this book a permanent part of my library and one story I will read each Christmas.

I would recommend that you read this book this Christmas!  This story will not only touch your heart, it will also highlight the true meaning of the season!

Happy Reading!

Note:  I have received a copy of this book from Hachette Books in exchange for an honest review.

Album Review: Kutless - Alpha/Omega

Kutless:  Alpha/Omega Album

Kutless’s newest album, Alpha/Omega is from start to finish a wonderful album!  From the moment that I started the album, I have not stopped playing it in its entirety.  The album starts with Your Great Name, which is a powerful praise song that I have begun my days to.  Each song on this album is a reminder of whom God is to us and is such a great worship album in this holiday season.

While I love each song on this album immensely, I have found myself playing Shepherd of My Soul over and over.  This particular is such a reminder that God loves us and shepherds us all the days of our lives.  I recommend that you get this album; you will love it! 

Happy Listening!

And now for a surprise!!!!

The wonderful people at FlyBy Promotions and BEC Recordings have reserved a copy of this album for one reader of my blog to receive.  Click on the Rafflecopter giveaway link below to enter for a chance to win this album:

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This giveaway will run from November 21, 2017 to November 28, 2017.

“Disclosure (in accordance with the FTC’s 16 CFR, Part 255:  “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising”):  Many thanks to Propeller Consulting, LLC for providing this prize for the giveaway.  Choice of winners and opinions are 100% my own and NOT influenced by monetary compensation.  I did receive a sample of the product in exchange for this review and post.

Only one entrant per mailing address, per giveaway.  If you have won a prize from our sponsor Propeller/FlyBy Promotions in the last 30 days, you are not eligible to win.  Or if you have won the same prize on another blog, you are not eligible to win it again.  Winner is subject to eligibility verification.”