Finders Keepers - A Carrington Family Novel - Sarah Monzon

Both Trent and Summer have been searching for fulfillment their whole lives. Will they continue to fill the hole in their hearts with material things? Or will they let God fill every them to overflowing?

"Who would have thought her reality would far outreach any of her fantasies?"

-Finders Keepers, Sarah Monzon 

About the Book

Three lives. Three hundred years. One ship that ties them together. 

Spain, 1689

The same evil that stole her mother’s life stalks Isabella Castellano. Afraid for her safety, Isabella disguises herself as a cabin boy and hires on to one of His Majesty’s treasure fleet vessels. But has her flight from a known threat only led her to be ensnared in a sea of dangers? 

Florida, Present Day 

First Line Fridays - Week Nine

Happy Friday and Happy Summer!

Summer really isn't my favorite season however, Fall is. Crisp Autumn air, leaves turning colors, hot spiced cider, bonfires...Ok, back to reality...This summer will be very busy and exciting for us though. I have started planning my older son's birthday which will be "Neverland" themed. And while costumes are not 'required' they will be HIGHLY encouraged. I played Peter Pan my senior year of high school (nine years ago) and have been in love with all things Peter and Neverland my whole life. I did in fact think that I could fly as a kid...But who didn't right? SO when Judah asked for a "Jake and the Neverland Pirates" birthday...I couldn't refuse. That is not until August, but I have been in the Neverland spirit, hence my choice of book today.

I am happy to join again with Reading is my SuperPower and Singing Librarian Books today to bring you a little fun to start your weekend! 

 

"All children, except one, grow up."

I also have this book on my list for my reading challenge this year as a book I have not read since high school.

What is your first line today? Comment below and make sure to head over to Reading is my SuperPower and Singing Librarian Books and comment your line there as well. Keep an eye out, we are switching things up from week to week. Also, if you would like to host First Line Fridays on your blog, message Carrie!

Stay cool and use sunscreen!!!

The Bound Heart - The Everstone Chronicles Book Two - Dawn Crandall

Bound to her past, will Meredyth be chained to a man she doesn't love and forever barred from the one her heart desires above all others?

From the Back of the Book

One accidental kiss from Lawry Hampton. That was all it took to throw Meredyth Summercourt's world upside-down. Determined to marry the ever-elusive Vance Everstone, she simply doesn't have the time or the desire to fall for her best friend. But with Vance out of the country, and with Lawry at her side nearly every day, teaching her what the world is like through the eyes of a little orphan girl named Wynn--Meredyth can't deny that what's holding her to Vance is nothing more than a desire to redeem herself from her past. 

Will she marry Vance once he returns from Europe? Or will she be strong enough to break free from the tangled web she's convinced she deserves, and accept that God's plan for her life includes redemption...and, quite possibly, Lawry Hampton?

First Line Fridays - Week Eight

We have added to our troops of First Line Fridays! Singing Librarian has joined in our Friday Fun! A huge "Thank you" to Carrie from Reading is my SuperPower for coming up with this idea. Simply brilliant! If you would like to host First Line Fridays on your blog, send Carrie an email.

Ezra and myself in the waiting room.

Last week I shared a little bit about our son's bone marrow transplant and upcoming two-year post transplant appointments. I am VERY happy to report that everything went smoothly! Everyone was thrilled with his progress. We have a few lab tests that are pending, and if they look good we will begin immunizations! Yay! He is on minimal medications and growing and progressing like crazy! It was a long week, but we had a great time visiting with family and friends along the way. Thank you all for your prayers and support! If you are curious to learn a little more about Ezra's journey, my favorite article can be found HERE. 

Now...On to First Line Friday...Since we are celebrating Ezra's TWO year post transplant...I thought we could share the First Line from CHAPTER TWO! I decided to let my hubby pick up the closest book to HIM this week and he grabbed "As You Like It"(My house is FULL of old books). This one is very special to me though. I found this particular copy at a yard sale with my dad YEARS ago...and so began my love of Shakespeare. The copyright is 1903 and it is pretty beat up, but one of my most treasured books.

Since there are no actual "Chapters" in this book, I went with Act I, Scene II.

"I pray thee, Rosalind, sweet my coz, be merry."

In case you are curious about the name "Shakspere" you can learn more HERE.

I saw the movie As You LIke It  a few years ago and fell in love! It is the 2006 version, learn more at IMDb.

Now, how about you? What is the first line from chapter two...or scene two...From the book nearest to YOU? 

Make sure you jump over to Reading is my SuperPower and Singing Librarian as well to join in the discussion on their blogs!

The Crown - The Selection Book Five - Kiera Cass

With Illéa in a vulnerable position, Eadlyn has a decision to make. Not only for her country, but for herself as well.

**Please be aware of possible spoilers if you have not read the first four books in The Selection Series**

About the Book

When Eadlyn became the first princess of Illéa to hold her own Selection, she didn’t think she would fall in love with any of her thirty-five suitors. She spent the first few weeks of the competition counting down the days until she could send them all home. But as events at the palace force Eadlyn even further into the spotlight, she realizes that she might not be content remaining alone.