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Book Review: Fatal Witness by Patricia Bradley

Book Review: Fatal Witness by Patricia Bradley

Book Review: Fatal Witness by Patricia Bradley

Book Blurb: As a child, artist and potter Dani Bennett witnessed the brutal murder of her parents. With no memory of the incident or her...

Gena Bessire

Book Review: Rocky Road by Becky Wade

Book Review: Rocky Road by Becky Wade

Book Review: Rocky Road by Becky Wade

Book Blurb: FBI Agent Jude Camden handles every aspect of his job with by-the-book professionalism. There's no reason why his latest...

Gena Bessire

Book Review: One Wrong Move by Dani Pettrey

Book Review: One Wrong Move by Dani Pettrey

Book Review: One Wrong Move by Dani Pettrey

Book description: Taunting riddles. A deadly string of heists. Two broken hearts trapped in a killer's game. Christian O'Brady was pulled...

Gena Bessire

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I think we wore him out.

Apparently, being tiny and adorable is hard work.

#SleepingKitten #KittenLife #CatsofInstagram #catsoffacebook #CuteKitten #TinyTiger

I think we wore him out.

Apparently, being tiny and adorable is hard work.

#SleepingKitten #KittenLife #CatsofInstagram #catsoffacebook #CuteKitten #TinyTiger

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Raw and gritty thriller by Jessica R. Patch, brimming with secrets and sharp turns.

A town obsessed with Halloween, a murder of crows tracking her every move, and a house with secrets that seem to scream from its joints. This story kept me on the edge of my seat, guessing what the next twist would be.

Gwen is a recently retired police detective. Her husband, Steven, a well-loved and prestigious doctor. Because of some questionable choices in her past, they’re forced to move to the town of Cold Harbor, Maine, for a fresh start—a clean slate. Gwen and Steven hope it will bring peace and help stabilize their faltering marriage.

But when Gwen and Steven arrive at the house, which they purchased almost sight unseen, she senses a crushing darkness. Unexplainable things keep happening. Including a little girl no one else seems to see who keeps appearing and warning her to run, but the detective in her can’t let it go—no matter how much her husband or the townspeople beg her to stop.

Gwen is a deeply flawed woman who longs for peace, but the darkness won’t leave her alone. Instead of running, she digs deeper, searching for answers—because if she can’t find them, she won’t be able to live with herself. Justice must prevail.

The Girl Upstairs kept me guessing until the last chapter. Well done, Jessica! Unforgettable 5-star read!

Find it at Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Girl-Upstairs-Jessica-R-Patch-ebook/dp/B0F54BB4P3

I received a complimentary copy of this book from Jessica R. Patch and Harlequin - Romance | Love Inspired Trade. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

#newrelease #jessicarpatch #thrillerbooks #alfredhitchcock #darkmystery #thegirlupstairs #twistedmesses #bookstagram

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Raw and gritty thriller by Jessica R. Patch, brimming with secrets and sharp turns.

A town obsessed with Halloween, a murder of crows tracking her every move, and a house with secrets that seem to scream from its joints. This story kept me on the edge of my seat, guessing what the next twist would be.

Gwen is a recently retired police detective. Her husband, Steven, a well-loved and prestigious doctor. Because of some questionable choices in her past, they’re forced to move to the town of Cold Harbor, Maine, for a fresh start—a clean slate. Gwen and Steven hope it will bring peace and help stabilize their faltering marriage.

But when Gwen and Steven arrive at the house, which they purchased almost sight unseen, she senses a crushing darkness. Unexplainable things keep happening. Including a little girl no one else seems to see who keeps appearing and warning her to run, but the detective in her can’t let it go—no matter how much her husband or the townspeople beg her to stop.

Gwen is a deeply flawed woman who longs for peace, but the darkness won’t leave her alone. Instead of running, she digs deeper, searching for answers—because if she can’t find them, she won’t be able to live with herself. Justice must prevail.

The Girl Upstairs kept me guessing until the last chapter. Well done, Jessica! Unforgettable 5-star read!

Find it at Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Girl-Upstairs-Jessica-R-Patch-ebook/dp/B0F54BB4P3

I received a complimentary copy of this book from Jessica R. Patch and Harlequin - Romance | Love Inspired Trade. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

#newrelease #jessicarpatch #thrillerbooks #alfredhitchcock #darkmystery #thegirlupstairs #twistedmesses #bookstagram

“Let anyone who is thirsty come to me and drink. Whoever believes in me, as Scripture has said, rivers of living water will flow from within them.”
-- John 7:37-38 ✝️

Verse of the Day via @YouVersion

#John738 #livingwater #jesuslovesyou #christianquotes #bibleverseoftheday #faithfilled #godslove

“Let anyone who is thirsty come to me and drink. Whoever believes in me, as Scripture has said, rivers of living water will flow from within them.”
-- John 7:37-38 ✝️

Verse of the Day via @YouVersion

#John738 #livingwater #jesuslovesyou #christianquotes #bibleverseoftheday #faithfilled #godslove

Beautiful April sunsets make it hard to go back inside.

#AprilSunsets #SunsetLovers #SkyLovers #GodsCreation #CountrySky

Beautiful April sunsets make it hard to go back inside.

#AprilSunsets #SunsetLovers #SkyLovers #GodsCreation #CountrySky

This little guy is hard to get a good picture of. He’s talkative, busy, and rarely still for long.

He definitely has his own agenda.

#KittenLife #CatsofInstagram #FluffyKitten #CuteKitten #PetsofInstagram

This little guy is hard to get a good picture of. He’s talkative, busy, and rarely still for long.

He definitely has his own agenda.

#KittenLife #CatsofInstagram #FluffyKitten #CuteKitten #PetsofInstagram

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Raw and gritty thriller by @jessicarpatch , brimming with secrets and sharp turns... Well done, Jessica! Unforgettable 5-star read!

Preorder on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Girl-Upstairs-Jessica-R-Patch-ebook/dp/B0F54BB4P3

#preorder #jessicarpatch #thrillerbooks #alfredhitchcock #darkmystery #thegirlupstairs #twistedmesses #bookstagram

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Raw and gritty thriller by @jessicarpatch , brimming with secrets and sharp turns... Well done, Jessica! Unforgettable 5-star read!

Preorder on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Girl-Upstairs-Jessica-R-Patch-ebook/dp/B0F54BB4P3

#preorder #jessicarpatch #thrillerbooks #alfredhitchcock #darkmystery #thegirlupstairs #twistedmesses #bookstagram

“By this we know love, that he laid down his life for us, and we ought to lay down our lives for the brothers.”
--(1 John 3:16)✝️

Verse of the Day via @YouVersion

#1John316 #christianquotes #bibleverse #faithinspiration #jesusislove #scriptureoftheday #christianencouragement

“By this we know love, that he laid down his life for us, and we ought to lay down our lives for the brothers.”
--(1 John 3:16)✝️

Verse of the Day via @YouVersion

#1John316 #christianquotes #bibleverse #faithinspiration #jesusislove #scriptureoftheday #christianencouragement

So glad that the flowers are beginning to emerge in my yard again. 💜

It’s time to wander the yard again, looking for floral treasures.

#springishere #crocusflowers #springinyard #gardenjoy #flowerstagram #naturelovers #purplepetals #springtimevibes #yardflowers #hopeinbloom #beautyineveryday #seasonchange #flowerphoto #everydaygrace #springmagic

So glad that the flowers are beginning to emerge in my yard again. 💜

It’s time to wander the yard again, looking for floral treasures.

#springishere #crocusflowers #springinyard #gardenjoy #flowerstagram #naturelovers #purplepetals #springtimevibes #yardflowers #hopeinbloom #beautyineveryday #seasonchange #flowerphoto #everydaygrace #springmagic

We got Gus a friend...chew toy!?! His name is Waldo, and he is the perfect addition to our herd of cats and kids.

#NewKitten #CozyMoments #TinyPaws #CatLife #SweetestLittleGuy #catsofinstagram #catsoffacebook

We got Gus a friend...chew toy!?! His name is Waldo, and he is the perfect addition to our herd of cats and kids.

#NewKitten #CozyMoments #TinyPaws #CatLife #SweetestLittleGuy #catsofinstagram #catsoffacebook

"For the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the Glory of the Lord as the waters cover the sea."
-- Habakkuk 2:14✝️

Verse of the Day via @YouVersion

#Habakkuk214 #WalkinLove #LoveOneAnother #TrustTheAuthor #ChristianHope #BibleVerse

"For the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the Glory of the Lord as the waters cover the sea."
-- Habakkuk 2:14✝️

Verse of the Day via @YouVersion

#Habakkuk214 #WalkinLove #LoveOneAnother #TrustTheAuthor #ChristianHope #BibleVerse

He may be tiny, but he has already mastered the art of cozy. I mean, look at that little face all tucked in for a nap. 🩶

#NewKitten #KittenNap #CozyMoments #TinyPaws #CatLife #SweetestLittleGuy

He may be tiny, but he has already mastered the art of cozy. I mean, look at that little face all tucked in for a nap. 🩶

#NewKitten #KittenNap #CozyMoments #TinyPaws #CatLife #SweetestLittleGuy

Evenings like this are a quiet reminder that God is still busy painting the sky. This one definitely did. 🌅

Are you the kind of person who runs outside to take a picture of a sunset?

#LifeLately #SimpleJoys #PeacefulMoments #SunsetViews #ChristianCreative #BeautyInTheOrdinary #GoldenHourGlow #ScenicMoments

Evenings like this are a quiet reminder that God is still busy painting the sky. This one definitely did. 🌅

Are you the kind of person who runs outside to take a picture of a sunset?

#LifeLately #SimpleJoys #PeacefulMoments #SunsetViews #ChristianCreative #BeautyInTheOrdinary #GoldenHourGlow #ScenicMoments

"And this is love: that we walk in obedience to his commands. As you have heard from the beginning, his command is that you walk in love."
-- 2 John 1:6✝️

Verse of the Day via @YouVersion

#2John16 #WalkinLove #LoveOneAnother #TrustTheAuthor #ChristianHope #BibleVerse

"And this is love: that we walk in obedience to his commands. As you have heard from the beginning, his command is that you walk in love."
-- 2 John 1:6✝️

Verse of the Day via @YouVersion

#2John16 #WalkinLove #LoveOneAnother #TrustTheAuthor #ChristianHope #BibleVerse

I call it smothering. She calls it love.
Either way, this is her favorite place to be. 🧡🤍

#CatCuddles #CatLove #FluffyCat #CozyMoments #CatLife #SweetKitty #OrangeAndWhiteCat #PetMoments #LifeLately #CuteCats

I call it smothering. She calls it love.
Either way, this is her favorite place to be. 🧡🤍

#CatCuddles #CatLove #FluffyCat #CozyMoments #CatLife #SweetKitty #OrangeAndWhiteCat #PetMoments #LifeLately #CuteCats

I put my most organizationally gifted child on a mission: empty the game cabinet and decide what to keep, donate, or toss.

Who would have thought we had so many games!?! Not me, I don't even like board games. 🤪

#DeclutterHumor #BoardGameLife #NotABoardGamePerson #OrganizingProject #HomeDeclutter #MomHumor #EverydayLife #KeepDonateToss #RealHomeRealLife #FamilyFunAndChaos #HouseGoals #TidyingUp

I put my most organizationally gifted child on a mission: empty the game cabinet and decide what to keep, donate, or toss.

Who would have thought we had so many games!?! Not me, I don't even like board games. 🤪

#DeclutterHumor #BoardGameLife #NotABoardGamePerson #OrganizingProject #HomeDeclutter #MomHumor #EverydayLife #KeepDonateToss #RealHomeRealLife #FamilyFunAndChaos #HouseGoals #TidyingUp

"I can do all things through him who strengthens me."
--(Philippians 4:13)✝️

Verse of the Day via @YouVersion

#philippians413✝️ #Heismystrength #TrustTheAuthor #ChristianHope #BibleVerse

"I can do all things through him who strengthens me."
--(Philippians 4:13)✝️

Verse of the Day via @YouVersion

#philippians413✝️ #Heismystrength #TrustTheAuthor #ChristianHope #BibleVerse

Meet the newest addition to our family! Isn't he the sweetest? 🐈

We are completely smitten, and I have a feeling he’s going to fit in just fine around here.

#NewKitten #KittenLove #NewestAddition #CatFamily #SweetKitten #FluffyKitten #PetLife #FamilyMoments #TinyPaws #CatsOfInstagram #KittenCuddles

Meet the newest addition to our family! Isn't he the sweetest? 🐈

We are completely smitten, and I have a feeling he’s going to fit in just fine around here.

#NewKitten #KittenLove #NewestAddition #CatFamily #SweetKitten #FluffyKitten #PetLife #FamilyMoments #TinyPaws #CatsOfInstagram #KittenCuddles

Are you in a book club? Get your FREE copy of Book Club Kit for Claire Holloway Is Winging It by @ang_strong : https://bit.ly/40Sgnnf

#bookstagram #readerscommunity #newrelease #bookclub #bookclubkit #clairehollowayiswingingit #angelaruthstrong #romcom #anovellife #christianfiction #romancenovel

Are you in a book club? Get your FREE copy of Book Club Kit for Claire Holloway Is Winging It by @ang_strong : https://bit.ly/40Sgnnf

#bookstagram #readerscommunity #newrelease #bookclub #bookclubkit #clairehollowayiswingingit #angelaruthstrong #romcom #anovellife #christianfiction #romancenovel

We set out for a rare, just-the-two-of-us road trip, and the view was unforgettable. The company was pretty great too. 😉

#RoadTripVibes #SunsetChaser #CreationSpeaks #ScenicViews #CoupleMoments #SimpleJoys #GodsCreation #WritersLife #ReaderCommunity #SweetLifeMoments

We set out for a rare, just-the-two-of-us road trip, and the view was unforgettable. The company was pretty great too. 😉

#RoadTripVibes #SunsetChaser #CreationSpeaks #ScenicViews #CoupleMoments #SimpleJoys #GodsCreation #WritersLife #ReaderCommunity #SweetLifeMoments

😍😍😍 Yay! Another great book released into the book world!

💜🩵💙💜
Claire Holloway Is Winging It... I really enjoyed the strong faith thread throughout, the thoughtful writing, and the entertaining glimpse into the men and women who make air travel possible for us all... [read more]

Full Review: https://www.genabessire.com/post/book-review-claire-holloway-is-winging-it-by-angela-ruth-strong

Claire Holloway Is Winging It by @ang_strong : https://mybook.to/y7QFl3

#bookstagram #readerscommunity #newrelease #igreads #clairehollowayiswingingit #angelaruthstrong #idaho #bookstagram #romcom #anovellife #christianfiction #romancenovel

😍😍😍 Yay! Another great book released into the book world!

💜🩵💙💜
Claire Holloway Is Winging It... I really enjoyed the strong faith thread throughout, the thoughtful writing, and the entertaining glimpse into the men and women who make air travel possible for us all... [read more]

Full Review: https://www.genabessire.com/post/book-review-claire-holloway-is-winging-it-by-angela-ruth-strong

Claire Holloway Is Winging It by @ang_strong : https://mybook.to/y7QFl3

#bookstagram #readerscommunity #newrelease #igreads #clairehollowayiswingingit #angelaruthstrong #idaho #bookstagram #romcom #anovellife #christianfiction #romancenovel

“We can rejoice, too, when we run into problems and trials, for we know that they help us develop endurance. And endurance develops strength of character, and character strengthens our confident hope of salvation.”
--(Romans 5:3–4)✝️

Verse of the Day via @YouVersion

#Romans5 #HopeInHardTimes #TrustTheAuthor #ChristianHope #BibleVerse

“We can rejoice, too, when we run into problems and trials, for we know that they help us develop endurance. And endurance develops strength of character, and character strengthens our confident hope of salvation.”
--(Romans 5:3–4)✝️

Verse of the Day via @YouVersion

#Romans5 #HopeInHardTimes #TrustTheAuthor #ChristianHope #BibleVerse

"Just because you're a nice guy doesn't mean I'm going to follow you," she insists, even as she follows. "I know how to make a weapon out of a can of soda in a sock." 😂

Claire Holloway Is Winging It by @ang_strong (Angela Ruth Strong) is here! https://mybook.to/y7QFl3

#bookstagram #readerscommunity #newrelease #igreads #clairehollowayiswingingit #angelaruthstrong #idaho #bookstagram #romcom #anovellife #christianfiction #romancenovel

"Just because you're a nice guy doesn't mean I'm going to follow you," she insists, even as she follows. "I know how to make a weapon out of a can of soda in a sock." 😂

Claire Holloway Is Winging It by @ang_strong (Angela Ruth Strong) is here! https://mybook.to/y7QFl3

#bookstagram #readerscommunity #newrelease #igreads #clairehollowayiswingingit #angelaruthstrong #idaho #bookstagram #romcom #anovellife #christianfiction #romancenovel

There’s something extra comforting about a quiet chapter and a warm little friend curled up beside you. 🤍📚🐾
Grateful for slow moments—and my black-and-white sidekick.

#CatNap #ReadingTime #Bookstagram #CatLovers #CozyReading #WritersLife #AmReading #AmWriting

There’s something extra comforting about a quiet chapter and a warm little friend curled up beside you. 🤍📚🐾
Grateful for slow moments—and my black-and-white sidekick.

#CatNap #ReadingTime #Bookstagram #CatLovers #CozyReading #WritersLife #AmReading #AmWriting

My sweet husband bought me a Slushi machine for Valentine's Day, and I have been putting it to the test. 😁 And the kids have been willing taste testers!

So far, I have made Pepsi, Orange Julius, Grape, Dole Whip, Grape Julius, and Root Beer float slushies.

#KitchenEssentials #ninjaslushi #slushie #slushy #sofun #kitchenfun #kitchenexperiments #WritersLife #ReadingCommunity

My sweet husband bought me a Slushi machine for Valentine's Day, and I have been putting it to the test. 😁 And the kids have been willing taste testers!

So far, I have made Pepsi, Orange Julius, Grape, Dole Whip, Grape Julius, and Root Beer float slushies.

#KitchenEssentials #ninjaslushi #slushie #slushy #sofun #kitchenfun #kitchenexperiments #WritersLife #ReadingCommunity

Happy Release Day, @ang_strong!!! Claire Holloway Is Winging It is here! https://mybook.to/y7QFl3

#bookstagram #readerscommunity #bookmail #happybookmail #igreads #clairehollowayiswingingit #angelaruthstrong #idaho #bookstagram #romcom #anovellife #christianfiction #romancenovel

Happy Release Day, @ang_strong!!! Claire Holloway Is Winging It is here! https://mybook.to/y7QFl3

#bookstagram #readerscommunity #bookmail #happybookmail #igreads #clairehollowayiswingingit #angelaruthstrong #idaho #bookstagram #romcom #anovellife #christianfiction #romancenovel

Let’s talk about FREE today—grab Angela’s FREE download, The Princess and the PI, because if you haven’t read one of her books yet, one is all it takes to get hooked. 😄

https://dl.bookfunnel.com/mgwdp724qg

P.S. Remember Angela Ruth Strong’s @ang_strong new rom-com, Claire Holloway Is Winging It comes out tomorrow! https://mybook.to/y7QFl3

#bookstagram #readerscommunity #theprincessandthepi #freebook #igreads #clairehollowayiswingingit #angelaruthstrong #bookstagram #romcom #anovellife #romancenovel

Let’s talk about FREE today—grab Angela’s FREE download, The Princess and the PI, because if you haven’t read one of her books yet, one is all it takes to get hooked. 😄

https://dl.bookfunnel.com/mgwdp724qg

P.S. Remember Angela Ruth Strong’s @ang_strong new rom-com, Claire Holloway Is Winging It comes out tomorrow! https://mybook.to/y7QFl3

#bookstagram #readerscommunity #theprincessandthepi #freebook #igreads #clairehollowayiswingingit #angelaruthstrong #bookstagram #romcom #anovellife #romancenovel

“When the cares of my heart are many, Your consolations cheer my soul.”
--(Psalm 94:19)✝️

Verse of the Day via @YouVersion

#Psalm9419 #BibleVerse #ChristianEncouragement #FaithOverFear #JesusIsComfort #GodsPeace #AnxiousHeart #BibleVerse

“When the cares of my heart are many, Your consolations cheer my soul.”
--(Psalm 94:19)✝️

Verse of the Day via @YouVersion

#Psalm9419 #BibleVerse #ChristianEncouragement #FaithOverFear #JesusIsComfort #GodsPeace #AnxiousHeart #BibleVerse

First Chapter Sneak Peek! Check it out!

https://www.angelaruthstrong.com/single-post/excerpt-claire-holloway-is-winging-it

Pre-order Link! https://mybook.to/y7QFl3

#firstchapterread #firstchapter #sneakpeek #bookstagram #readerscommunity #igreads #clairehollowayiswingingit #angelaruthstrong #idaho #bookstagram #romcom #anovellife #christianfiction #romancenovel

First Chapter Sneak Peek! Check it out!

https://www.angelaruthstrong.com/single-post/excerpt-claire-holloway-is-winging-it

Pre-order Link! https://mybook.to/y7QFl3

#firstchapterread #firstchapter #sneakpeek #bookstagram #readerscommunity #igreads #clairehollowayiswingingit #angelaruthstrong #idaho #bookstagram #romcom #anovellife #christianfiction #romancenovel

I love our view—foggy days included. 🤍
When we chose this place nearly 20 years ago, I had no idea just how much of a blessing it would become.

Beautiful views, open land, and room for our family to grow, laugh, and thrive.
Feeling grateful today… and always.

#GratefulHeart #WritersLife #HomeSweetHome #MountainViews #FoggyMorning #BlessedLife #Countryliving

I love our view—foggy days included. 🤍
When we chose this place nearly 20 years ago, I had no idea just how much of a blessing it would become.

Beautiful views, open land, and room for our family to grow, laugh, and thrive.
Feeling grateful today… and always.

#GratefulHeart #WritersLife #HomeSweetHome #MountainViews #FoggyMorning #BlessedLife #Countryliving

"Are you just trying to keep me from causing more chaos on my first day?"

He grins. "Somebody has to."

In the middle of my ARC copy of Angela Ruth Strong’s @ang_strong new rom-com, Claire Holloway Is Winging It! Loving it! 💜

Pre-order today! https://mybook.to/y7QFl3

#favoritelines #bookstagram #readerscommunity #bookmail #happybookmail #igreads #clairehollowayiswingingit #angelaruthstrong #idaho #bookstagram #romcom #anovellife #christianfiction #romancenovel

"Are you just trying to keep me from causing more chaos on my first day?"

He grins. "Somebody has to."

In the middle of my ARC copy of Angela Ruth Strong’s @ang_strong new rom-com, Claire Holloway Is Winging It! Loving it! 💜

Pre-order today! https://mybook.to/y7QFl3

#favoritelines #bookstagram #readerscommunity #bookmail #happybookmail #igreads #clairehollowayiswingingit #angelaruthstrong #idaho #bookstagram #romcom #anovellife #christianfiction #romancenovel

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