Laura Frantz: Fast Favourites (with giveaway)

If you have read a Laura Frantz novel, you catch a glimpse of the woman herself ~ elegant, classic, passionate, and full of faith! I’ve had the honour of reading and loving each of her nine novels and getting to know her a little over the years while featuring her lovely stories here at Relz Reviewz. Meeting her in person in 2016 was an absolute joy and while the aforesaid descriptors proved accurate, and I also discovered her sharp sense of humour, vibrant love of life, and warm nature. Hope you all enjoy getting to know the lovely Laura a …

Chris Fabry ~ Special Feature (with giveaway)

If you belong to a book club, Chris Fabry’s books are a must! Always beautifully written, deeply thematic, and thought-provoking, Chris’ books are perfect for discussing with others or pondering on your own. I’m thrilled to feature Chris and his latest novel, Under a Cloudless Sky, by way of a special feature from Chris in the form of a letter…think along the lines of C.S. Lewis’ Screwtape Letters.

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A letter from your Friendly Enemy about the “advantages” of keeping your secrets hidden.

Dear Christian,

I have been trying for quite some time to convince people like you that following …

Jane Kirkpatrick: The Writer & Her Book (with giveaway)

The Writer

Please describe yourself in three words (ask your best friend or family if you are struggling!)

Kind, competent and focused

What’s your favorite season, and why?

Summer. I’m frequently cold, shivering through spring, fall and winter. But ah, summer when I can put away my down jackets and gloves and walk my dogs inhaling the roses with the sun on my face. Well, not on my face. I wear a hat!

What is the best part of your day?

First thing in the morning, very early. Time for devotion and then writing for several hours before my husband …

Jane of Austin by Hillary Manton Lodge

Synopsis:~

But life in Austin isn’t all sweet tea and breakfast tacos. Their unusual living situation is challenging and unspoken words begin to fester between Jane and Celia. When Jane meets and falls for up-and-coming musician Sean Willis, the chasm grows deeper.

While Sean seems to charm everyone in his path, one person is immune – retired Marine Captain Callum Beckett. Callum never meant to leave the military, but the twin losses of his father and his left leg have returned him to the place he least expected—Texas.

In this modern spin on the Austen classic, Sense and Sensibility, the …

Lynette Eason: Fast Favourites (with giveaway)

Lynette Eason is well known for her fast-paced romantic suspense novels and it’s always exciting when she launches a new series. Readers are already comparing the first book in her Blue Justice series with the TV show Blue Bloods and it’s garnering some great reviews. Aside from writing, Lynette is passionate about her family and her faith. Have fun getting to know her a bit more through her favourite things! Be sure to enter the giveaway below for the chance to add Oath of Honor to your bookshelf.

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Animal: Dog – I love my Mini Eskimo Spitz!

Artist: I’m …

The Lacemaker by Laura Frantz

I’m delighted that my first review for 2018 is Laura Frantz’s The Lacemaker. What a way to start the year at Relz Reviewz!

Synopsis:~

When colonial Williamsburg explodes like a powder keg on the eve of the American Revolution, Lady Elisabeth “Liberty” Lawson is abandoned by her fiancé and suspected of being a spy for the hated British. No one comes to her aid save the Patriot Noble Rynallt, a man with formidable enemies of his own. Liberty is left with a terrible choice. Will the Virginia belle turned lacemaker side with the radical revolutionaries, or stay true to her …