Caffeine & Romance: January 2009

G.R.I.T.S.

God's Gift by Dee Henderson

232 wonderful pages of Friendship and Romance

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Missionary work in Africa was the most difficult and faith-affirming work James Graham had ever faced, and warm homey presents from a Good Samaritan back home gave him the hope he needed to carry on. But an injury brought his work to a sudden halt and sent him home to Chicago.

There, James met the woman who'd sent those thoughtful gifts, the charming Rachel Ashcroft, and he was intrigued by the shadow of sadness that haunted her expression. Bringing the light of happiness back to Rachel's Lovely face gave new purpose to his life, but was this only a temporary respit? Or would James be able to release his past and open his heart to receive the gift of Rachel's love?

A PENNY FOR MY THOUGHTS?

I went to the library looking for some new books to read, I had my list of authors in my hand and was searching through the isles. And I came across Dee Henderson, Now I had already read all the books there by her. And then I spotted God's Gift, And I was ecstatic, I couldn't believe that there was another book from one of my favorite authors. Anyway, back to the book!

All I can say is, IT'S GREAT!!!!!! I recommend reading this one! It's like a 9 on my book scale! It's not a mystery like we all are used to, but it's wonderfully written and the character's are amazing! Since It's such a great book, I won't be telling you about it, I don't want to spoil it! But I will tell you this.

James- He's been in Africa for 6 years. Without, a nice bed, and never in the same place for long, there he's building Clinics. But when he is injured he's sent back to the states till he is better. Will it been long enough to fall in love?

Rachel- She has experienced loss, her would have been fiance was in a car accident one night and never came home, Now she runs his business, but has no time for friends or fun. But that soon changes. Can she let James in knowing her may not be staying for long?

I Highly recommend this book!

To purchase this book, CLICK HERE for only $6.99!!!!

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Refuge

G.R.I.T.S.

Refuge By: Lisa Tawn Bergren

#1 in the Full Circle Series

I decided to mix things up a bit....

A PENNY FOR MY THOUGHTS?

This was another one of those books, that I just happened upon at the library one day. Rachel's Best friend Beth begs her to come for a visit, and instead of going to an island for vacation, she spends 2 weeks on a ranch in Montana. While there she meets the handsome, charming Dirk Tanner, the most eligible Bachelor in Town. And they hit it off, but will danger keep them separated?

Emily Walker, An abandoned girl, finds herself in Elk Horn Valley with a smitten Jake Rierdon. But Emily isn't one to trust right away, it takes her a lot of time, because of what all has happened to her in the past. Jake can't help it, he's falling in love with Emily, but can he make her see he isn't going to hurt her, and won't leave her like her father did?

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When Rachel Johanssen dared Beth Morgan to answer a personal ad in The Rancher's Journal, she never thought her citi-fied friend would become a bona fide rancher's wife. Now Rachel, too, is falling in love with the glorious valley...as well as with Dirk Tanner, a rugged rancher who makes it his home. Rachel isn't the only San Franciscan newly drawn to Elk Horn Valley. Jake Rierdon, a son of a San Fransisco client, has taken a shine to ranch life too-and to beautiful young Emily Walker. But will threats from the present and the past destroy any chance the couples have to build a future?

~Rae~

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~Revealed~

G.R.I.T.S.

Revealed By: Tamera Alexander

330 pages

# 2 in the Fountain Creek Chronicles

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Words, once spoken, can mend a broken life...or cripple it.

But words left unspoken can haunt the soul, Inflicting a far deeper wound.

Annabelle Grayson has been given a second chance at life, but she can't claim it with the cloud of her past hanging over her in Willow Springs. After her husband dies, she advertises for a trail guide to accompany her land waiting for her in Idaho- and a most unlikely candidate applies for the Job.

Matthew Taylor is a man on the run, with consequences of past mistakes pursuing him at every turn. Meeting Annabelle Grayson the first time was unpleasant enough, but when she crosses his path again, her presence in his life-and what she reveals-is devastating. If given a single wish, Matthew would turn back time and right a grievous wrong. If given a second wish, he would make Annabelle Grayson Pay.

A PENNY FOR MY THOUGHTS?

Annabelle is expecting a child, and has recently been widowed. Trying to get to her departed husband's land in Idaho, she requires help. She didn't know that Matthew would be the one to answer the advertisement, But he's the only one she can truly trust with her safety, and the baby's. Matthew hates Annabelle, for what she was and what she did to his brother, but being on this trip with maybe just what he needs to realize that she didn't do anything to his brother, despite what he may think. And her past wasn't of her choosing, but was chosen for her.

A Great addition to The Fountain Creek Chronicles! If you loved the first one, Rekindled, you will love this one as well...Don't forget the 3rd one that's out, Remembered.

To Buy Click here...for $11.19

~Rae~

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Seabird

G.R.I.T.S.

Seabird (The First of The Narentan Tumults) By: Sherry Thompson

Seabird Synopsis:
When high school senior Cara Marshall is transported to Narenta, she is proclaimed champion of its people against the daemagos-a cadre of sorcerers. Amid the grateful welcomes, Cara protests that neither the title nor the mission are hers.

"They've got the wrong person and they're going to get me killed because they won't admit it."

Is Cara's world-napping a mistake? The daemagos don't care as long as she's dead. Cara's brief attempt at finding a way home mutates into a nightmarish blur of hiding and flight from remorseless enemies.

Pursued by ruthless werewright warriors, vicious serpent-hawks, and the sorcerers, she is simultaneously overwhelmed by the trust the Narentan people show in her alleged power as the Outworlder and their champion. In whom dare she place her own trust when assassins lurk in the shadows amidst those who welcome her?

As she races across an eerie and perilous ancient world in search of the daemagos' secret power, Cara must also find the strength to face tragedy, grief and doubt. With little time left to aid the Tethran kingdom and her remaining companions, Cara grapples to perceive the essence of a hero's heart and make it her own.

Grounded firmly in the tradition of C.S. Lewis, this character-driven first installment of The Narentan Tumults is an epic tale of adventure, courage and faith.

A PENNY FOR MY THOUGHTS:

This month for CFRB we are doing Sherry Thompson's Seabird. It's Like The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis, and if your a fan of Narnia, you'll love this book!

Buy it now!...CLICK HERE For $15.99!

~Rae ~

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