Book Reviews
Welcome to An Author’s Take where I share my thoughts on books written by other inspiring Christian authors. Like all of you, I love to read! Isn’t reading such a fantastic escape? I enjoy getting drawn into a good story and feeling the emotions as it unfolds. My favorite books are those that seem to end too soon. I love wondering what could happen next.
With this book review service, it is my goal to introduce you to new authors and some books you haven’t read yet. I promise to provide only honest reviews with just enough detail to pique your interest. I will let you know where to find the books and share if they are on tour.
All you have to do is sit back and enjoy the story!
Blessings,
Jeannine
Celebrate Lit
A Celebrate Lit Blogger is someone who receives books in exchange for an honest review. When a book to review becomes available, bloggers receive an email with all the details. Bloggers can then sign up for the books that interest them. If the blogger is chosen to participate in the book tour, they are notified of the date they must post their book review. Each book tour gives bloggers the opportunity to read a great Christian piece of literature while also helping a Christian author!
My Celebrate Lit Recent Reviews
Never Forgotten
Justice, Danger, and Heart Hannah Linder delivers yet another masterpiece with Never Forgotten, a Regency-era romance packed with tension, heartbreak, and redemptive love. Her writing is as lush and immersive as ever, pulling readers into a world of danger and devotion. The story follows Georgina Whitmore, whose vibrant charm masks a heart aching for Simon Fancourt, a man consumed by grief and a thirst for justice. Linder crafts these characters with remarkable depth—Georgina is fiery yet vulnerable, while Simon’s stoic
Hunted on the Trail
Survival, Suspense, and Second Chances Dana Mentink has delivered another heart-pounding adventure with Hunted on the Trail, a gripping tale of survival, trust, and determination. The book follows Stephanie Wolfe, a former cop, and her loyal bloodhound, as they’re drawn into a deadly trap orchestrated by an escaped fugitive seeking revenge. The plot thickens when Stephanie’s ex-boyfriend, Vance Silverton, is also caught in the danger. Together, the two must navigate the perilous wilderness with only their wits, limited supplies, and
A Canine Christmas
A Heartwarming Holiday Tale Jennifer Sienes delivers a heartwarming tale in A Canine for Christmas, blending humor, romance, and faith into a charming holiday story. The combination of small-town charm, engaging characters, and holiday spirit creates a story filled with warmth and depth. Amelia Hutchinson is a relatable and endearing protagonist. With her quirky personality and comparisons of her life to Hallmark movies, she brings a mix of humor and longing that makes her feel authentic. Her role as a
Unfit to Serve
Quiet Strength to Make a Difference Sandra Bretting’s Unfit to Serve is a heartfelt and thought-provoking look at resilience and fairness during World War I. Set at Camp Travis, Texas, the story centers on Josephine “Jo” Pembrooke, a shy yet determined schoolteacher who uncovers the tragic flaws in the military’s new IQ testing system. Immigrants who can’t read are unfairly branded as unfit and sent back to war-torn homelands, and Jo quietly works to create a better test, knowing it
My Other Reviews
Reviews by Other Bloggers
The Starlet Spy
Book: The Starlet Spy Authors: Rachel Scott McDaniel Genre: Historical Christian Fiction Release Date: August, 2023 Hollywood Star Turns Spy In 1943, movie producer Henrik Zoltan approaches Amelie Blake under the guise of offering the Hollywood star a leading part in his upcoming film, but he has a more meaningful role in mind. Amelie’s homeland of Sweden declared neutrality in the war, but Stockholm has become the “Casablanca of the North.” When top-secret atomic research goes missing in Sweden, the
Legacy of Love
Legacy of Love on Tour with Celebrate Lit. Author: Kathy Mills Genre: Christian Nonfiction Release Date: January 31, 2023 Legacy of Love is a heartfelt memoir that delves into the author’s personal journey of facing troubles and finding peace in the midst of adversity. Drawing from the powerful scripture of John 16:33, the author shares her experiences of praying for protection and blessings, only to realize that God’s answer may not always come in the way she expects. When her
A Wedding in Wild Harbor
Book: A Wedding in Wild Harbor Author: Grace Worthington Genre: Clean Romance Release date: September 29, 2022 She needs a hero to save her beloved bookshop. He needs a girlfriend to satisfy his mother’s dying wish. Can this grump and sunshine pair work out the perfect deal for a happily ever after? If Cassidy Woods could make one dream come true, it would be to save her struggling bookshop from closing its doors. So when wealthy investor Liam Henry announces
Hidden Danger
Author: Jerusha Agen Genre: Romantic Suspense (Christian) Release date: November 8, 2021 The greatest threat to this K-9 team is the one they don’t see coming. Cora Isaksson’s guilt has shadowed her life ever since drugs ensnared her brother and he disappeared. When Bradley suddenly returns, Cora and her narcotics detection K-9 are thrust into a battle against the drug cartel that wants him back. DEA Special Agent Kent Thomson has his own personal reasons for bringing justice to the
