Black 'n' Gold Girl's Book Spot

Grave Consequences (The Grand Tour Series, Book 2) by Lisa T. Bergren Copyright 2013 David C. Cook Publishers ISBN: 9781434764324 The Story: The Powerful, Epic Romance Continues For Cora Kensington, the journey of a lifetime takes unexpected twists. And her future—her very life—depends on the decisions she’ll make at each crossroad. As her European tour with her newfound family takes her through Austria, France, and Italy, an unseen enemy trails close behind. Meanwhile, a forbidden love continues to claim her heart, putting everyone’s plans in danger. And as Cora stays one step ahead of it all, what might need the most protection is her own heart, torn between the dramatic pursuit of a dashing Frenchman and a man who has been quietly staking claim to her affections all along. Love has dangers all its own. She must escape the bonds of the past and discover the faith to make the right choices, as each one has grave consequences. My Thoughts: The Grand Tour series is yet ...

It is time for a FIRST Wild Card Tour book review! If you wish to join the FIRST blog alliance, just click the button. We are a group of reviewers who tour Christian books. A Wild Card post includes a brief bio of the author and a full chapter from each book toured. The reason it is called a FIRST Wild Card Tour is that you never know if the book will be fiction, non~fiction, for young, or for old...or for somewhere in between! Enjoy your free peek into the book! You never know when I might play a wild card on you! Today's Wild Card author is: Roseanna M. White and the book: Ring of Secrets Harvest House Publishers (March 1, 2013) ***Special thanks to Ginger Chen for sending me a review copy.*** ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Roseanna M. White grew up in the mountains of West Virginia, the beauty of which inspired her to begin writing as soon as she learned to pair subjects with verbs. She spent her middle and high school days penning novels in class, ...

Moonlight Masquerade by Ruth Axtell Copyright 2013 Revell Books ISBN: 9780800720896 The Story: Sometimes it is hard to tell if you are the cat or the mouse. Lady Céline Wexham seems the model British subject. French by birth but enjoying life in 1813 as a widowed English countess, she is in the unique position of being able to help those in need-or to spy for the notorious Napoleon Bonaparte. When Rees Phillips of the British Foreign Office is sent to pose as the countess’s butler and discover where her true loyalties lie, he is confident he will uncover the truth. But the longer he is in her fashionable townhouse in London’s West End, the more his staunch loyalty to the Crown begins to waver as he falls under Lady Wexham’s spell. Will he find the proof he needs? And if she is a spy after all, what then will he do? My Thoughts: Since having discovered Ruth Axtell's novels 10 years ago I've been a fan of her regency romances. She knows how to write a well-roun...

Unbreakable (Road to Kingdom, Book 2) by Nancy Mehl Copyright 2013 Bethany House Publishers ISBN: 9780764209284 The story: Gentle and unassuming Hope Kauffman has never been one to question or try to make changes. She quietly helps her father run Kingdom Quilts and has agreed to the betrothal her father arranged for her with the devout but shy Ebbie Miller. Despite Hope's and other Kingdom residents' attempts to maintain the status quo, changes have already begun to stir in the small Mennonite town. The handsome and charismatic Jonathon Wiese is the leader of the move to reform, and when one of Kingdom's own is threatened by a mysterious outsider, Jonathon is one of the first to push for the town to arm itself. Hope's fiance, Ebbie, is at the forefront of those demanding the town stay true to its traditions of nonviolence. When strange incidents around town result in outright attacks on several townspeople, Hope can't help but question what she's a...

Rescue Team (Grace Medical, Bk. 2) by Candace Calvert Copyright 2013 Tyndale House ISBN: 9781414361123 The Story: Tired of running from her past, nurse Kate Callison intends to become Austin Grace Hospital’s permanent ER director and make Texas her home. Despite staff friction, she’s moving ahead. Then unthinkable tragedy wraps the ER in crime tape, bringing swarms of media, legal chaos—and a search-and-rescue hero who seems determined to meddle in her life. For Wes Tanner, nothing beats finding someone who’s lost; he’s known that helpless terror firsthand. So he’ll expand his team’s lifeline of hope: K9 tracking, swift water rescue, even horse-mounted searches. He’s ready for anything—except Austin Grace’s prickly and dismissive ER director. As Kate and Wes discover more about each other, new respect becomes something deeper. Kate wonders if her heart might have finally found a home. Then an unsolved missing persons case—and a startling new one—become catalysts that thre...

Shattered (Alaskan Courage, Book 2) by Dani Pettrey Copyright 2013 Bethany House Publishers ISBN: 9780764209833 What's the Story? When her prodigal brother Reef's return to Yancey, Alaska, is shattered by his arrest for murder, Piper McKenna is determined to protect him. Deputy Landon Grainger loves the McKennas like family, but he's also sworn to find the truth. And he knows those closest to you have the power to deceive you the most. With his sheriff pushing for a quick conviction, some unexpected leads complicate the investigation, and pursuing the truth puts Landon's career in jeopardy. When Piper launches her own investigation, Landon realizes he must protect her from herself--and whatever complications await as the two follow clues deep into Canada's rugged backcountry. Not only does their long friendship seem to be turning into something more, but this dangerous case is becoming deadlier with each step. My Thoughts: Shattered the second boo...

I just came from Facebook to post how excited I am about the cover for Love's Awakening by Laura Frantz! Laura is one of my all-time favorite writers so anytime there's the slightest detail about any of her upcoming books released I get a little excited... ohhh what am I saying? I get REALLY excited! To share in the excitement I'm posting the new cover and blurb for Love's Awakening , the next book in the Ballantyne Legacy. I'd love your thoughts on the cover. Personally, it's my fave so far because I'm in love with the mint green dress and Ellie looks like the twin of one of my favorite bloggers ! I love finding the real-life "twins", be they people I know or celebrities, who match up with characters on the covers of my favorite novels. How 'bout you? Without further ado here's the beautiful cover and a short blurb! Love's Awakening (The Ballantyne Legacy Book 2) Copyright 2013 Revell Publishers: ISBN: 9780800720421 Pre-...

The Winner of Clash of the Titles'  January New Release Clash is: Mystery of the Heart by Jillian Kent A heartfelt congratulations to Jillian! *** Announcement! In celebration of winning the Clash of the Titles, Jillian Kent will be offering a giveaway at her blog beginning Tuesday, February 26th and running through Saturday, March 2nd. Winners will be announced on Sunday, March 3rd. Please follow this link ( http://jilliankent.blogspot.com/ ) beginning Tuesday for details. *** COTT sends out a special thank-you to the following authors for taking part in this fun week: Rhonda Gibson, author of Groom by Arrangement and Pam Hillman, Author of Claiming Mariah ABOUT  Mystery of the Heart -  The Ravensmoore Chronicles  : Lord Eden is intrigued by Lady Mercy Grayson’s secret, but how can he hope to gain her heart if he is forced to betray her? Lady Mercy Grayson longs to be a physician like her older brother, Lord Ravensmoore...

Until Wednesday, February 20th, at midnight, Clash of the Titles will be featuring three, brand spanking new inspirational novels. Each of the below novels has been on bookstore shelves for less than a month. Which one is calling your name? Take a moment to browse, then, using the voting box below, ( sorry, voting is closed now ) let us know which you're most likely to read first. Happy browsing! Groom By Arrangement by Rhonda Gibson   Eliza Kelly thought her humiliation was complete when she identified the wrong train passenger as her mail-order groom. Jackson wonders if Eliza's mistake was his good fortune, between caring for an orphaned youngster and protecting Eliza, Jackson feels whole again, if only he can persuade Eliza to marry him, her reputation will be saved…and so will their long-buried dreams of forging a real family. Mystery of the Heart by Jillian Kent Lady Mercy Grayson longs to be a physician like her older brother, however, society wou...

To Trust a Thief (E-book) by Michelle McLean Copyright 2013 Entangled Publishing ISBN: 9781622668663 What's the Story? Minuette Sinclair's parents are in trouble and her fake fiancé is too. A legendary lost necklace might be their salvation, and Min is determined to find it and use it to buy her family and fiancé out of their misfortunes. Master thief Bryant Westley is also looking for the fabled necklace. He knows Min's got information he can use so he poses as her dance instructor and tries to seduce it from her. What he doesn't count on are his feelings for her. He offers to partner up in the search - even though she is a distraction he can't afford. Things become more complicated when Min realizes that her convenient engagement means more to her fake fiancé than her and that she's fallen in love with Bryant. Bryant realizes that he can't double cross the young lady he's come to love. Can they find the necklace together and admit their lov...