Title: A Christmas Bride in Pinecraft
Author: Shelley Shepard Gray
Publisher: Avon Inspire
Series: Amish Brides of Pinecraft # 4
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:

"A Christmas Bride in Pinecraft" by Shelly Shephard Gray

My Thoughts....

"A Christmas Bride in Pinecraft was a beautifully well written enchanting Amish/Mennonite romance. I found this novel somewhat interesting because as I was reading I found out that this was three stories in one that seemed to tie altogether. I loved how this author presents us with Beverly who manages the Orange Blossom Inn in Pinecraft, Florida and their has been a robbery where now she must call Eric the owner and tell him of this situation. It seems like since Eric had met Beverly some time ago he had feelings for her, so he leaves Pennsylvania and moves to Pinecraft Will this bring him closer to Beverly? What secrets did Eric have than may destroy any feelings Beverly may have for him? Will these two people be able to find common ground and love? But where there is 'forgiveness, mercy, happiness and good will to all men' will there be any good from all of the unexpected obstacles that are put in front of them? Well, this is a Christmas novel so what will happen after the robbery at the inn? Be ready for a read that will give you humor, tears and even finding yourself cheering your favorite character on as you will see 'such fear, faith, love. devotion, redemption and second chances' that is displayed in this well told story. The main questions.... Will Beverly be able to face her fears and move on after the robbery? Beverly has gone to a lots and when it looks like she may even love again will her faith be put to the test? How will this Amish community react to a marriage between Beverly and Eric? Now, to get all of those questions answered and much more you will just have to pick up this fantastic Christmas novel to see just how much it will capture and warm your heart.

What I extremely liked about this novel was how this author was able to bring out the realization of how there were young people going hungry in the town of Pinecraft and that solution to the person who had robbed and vandalized Beverly property was also wonderfully presented.

I received a copy through NOR in exchange for an honest review.

Title: 12 Brides of Summer Novella Collection #4
Authors: Vickie McDonough, Diana Lesire Brandmeyer & Davalynn Spencer
Publisher: Barbour Publishing, Inc.
Series: The 12 Brides of Summer #4
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:

"12 Brides of Summer Novella Collection #4" By: Vickie McDonough, Diana Lesire Brandmeyer & Davalynn Spencer

My Thoughts.....

about: The County Fair Bride by Vickie McDonough

Purdy Willard is still one interesting character....she is not back in town...has she changed? What will happen when Purdy 'starts out to rescue her father's job that turns into an unexpected romance?' How will this county fair turn out? Well, to get this story you will have to pick up this good novella.


about: The Honey Bride by Diana Brandmeyer

What will happen when Katie gets a letter from a friend [her friend and neighbor] the Gibbons.giving Katie a loan...and Pete Dent is now at her place to help her [along with her grandmother[Oma] and Henry] to rebuild a barn. Now, what was up with those 'bee hives? Another interesting story...


about: The Columbine Bride by Davalynn Spencer

Will Lucky get another chance at love with Buck? To find out you will have to pick up this wonderful written story.

I thought these were three wonderfully written story of true love that I would definitely recommend as a good Christian read.

I received a copy through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

Title: The 12 Brides of Christmas Collections
Authors: Mary Connealy, Margaret Brownley, Pam Hillman, Maureen Lang, Michele Ule, Amy Lillard, Miralee Ferrell, Susan Page Davis, Diana Lesire Brandmeyer, Amanda Cabot, Davalynn Spencer, and Vickie McDonough.
Publishser: Barbour Publishing, Inc.
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:

"The 12 Brides of Christmas Collections" by: Mary Connealy, Margaret Brownley, Pam Hillman, Maureen Lang, Michele Ule, Amy Lillard, Miralee Ferrell, Susan Page Davis, Diana Lesire Brandmeyer, Amanda Cabot, Davalynn Spencer, and Vickie McDonough.

What I enjoyed about this novel.. .'12 Heartwarming Historical Romances for the Season of Love'

This was 12 beautiful novellas of Brides of Christmas Collection taking place in the 19th century. I loved reading each and everyone of the stories that were so sweet and loving showing each date and location of the story in front of each beginning chapter. This is definitely one book to read during the Christmas season. The recipes that accompanied most of the novellas were a plus to each read.

12 Brides of Christmas Collection.... 1-12

1. Festive Bride featuring... Roy and Alma
2. The Nutcracker Bride featuring... Lucy and Chad
3. The Christmas Star Bride Featuring Esther and Jeremy
4. The Advent Bride featuring Melanie and Henry
5. The Christmas Tree Bride featuring Polly and Jacob
6, The Nativity Bride featuring Curt and Deborah
7. The Evergreen Bride featuring Annebelle and Samuel
8. The Gift Wrapped Bride featuring Sophie and Noah
9. The Gingerbread Bride featuring Madeline and Harlon
10. The Fruitcake Bride featuring Karen and Clay
11. The Snowbound Bride featuring Arabella and Nate
12. The Yuletide Bride featuring Kate and Ewan

I wasn't able to pick my favorite because I loved them all of these wonderful novellas, so definitely I would recommend this collection to you as a good read.

I received a copy through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.