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Review: An Irish Kiss - Fairall Romance Legacy #1

If you've had the opportunity to read The Lost Daughter's Irishman by Carolyn Miller from the Our House on Sycamore Street series , you are in for a treat as we meet the other members of the Fairall family in the Fairall Romance Legacy series . Rory is one sassy sister who ends up meeting her match in Australian Aidan Quinn as she takes on a family mystery that entangles her own heart in An Irish Kiss . Many thanks to the author for providing me with a complimentary copy of this book. All opinions are my own. Book Synopsis What happens when a quest to find the family castle leads to an unforgettable kiss? Aurora Fairall—Rory to her friends—loves her jobs working at the village bookshop and the family castle-turned-boutique hotel, even if she sometimes wonders if this is all God has for her life. She knows she has much to be grateful for—her family, her friends, her faith—but she questions whether the special Fairall legacy that sees its members struck by Cupid’s arrow has pas...

Review: Platforms to Pillars

Platforms to Pillars by Mark Sayers challenges the notion of celebrity while calling Christians to pass on what is of utmost importance, and it is not to be missed in today's age of social media and influencers. This book takes readers from a mindset of "validation and visibility" to one that models faithfulness and preservation,  giving Christians a tangible image of how we can order our lives .  Many thanks to Moody Publishers  for providing a complimentary copy of this book for review consideration. All opinions are my own. Book Synopsis A biblical response to living in a platform society. Platform: A mentality, a way of approaching life, which promises to reinforce our uniqueness, deliver on our desires, and offer validation and visibility. A platform society emphasizes individualism and performance. It’s rooted in the belief that self and personal desires are preeminent. In Platforms to Pillars , cultural expert Mark Sayers explores how platform mentality is mi...

Review: The Cost of the Crown - The Royals of Andelar #1

This is a book that has been on my TBR for a while and I'm only sorry that I didn't pick it up sooner! The Cost of the Crown is the first book in The Royals of Andelar series by Joy Crain and I completely understand why it's such a gem. As someone who speaks a minority Chinese language that's not mainstream, this book made feel seen and it's one I would recommend to anyone else from the Chinese diaspora feeling caught between worlds. Book Synopsis Missy Hanson never dreamed of falling in love and living happily ever after. In fact, she doesn’t know what she wants to do after she graduates from college; nevertheless, she’s content working as a journalist for her local newspaper and assisting at her aunt’s California bakery. When a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity emerges for her to visit the southeast Asian country of Andelar, Missy is thrown into the world of royalty as the special guest of the king and queen—and it’s clear she doesn’t belong, despite her family ti...

Review: Love Somebody Like You - Trinity Lakes Romance #5

Reading any book by Carolyn Miller is like returning to a beloved family reunion where (major) drama is bypassed and a wonderful experience is guaranteed. Love Somebody Like You is the fifth book in the Trinity Lakes Romance series and introduces us to Jackson Reilly of the famous Reilly family as we spend time on his ranch and meet Lexi Franklin, whose parents are the directors of the Bible College in town. Book Synopsis For Lexi Franklin, returning to Trinity Lakes feels a little like running home with her tail between her legs. But what's a girl to do, when her life has been turned upside down on the other side of the world? She needs a place to regain hope and healing—just didn't count on meeting a cowboy whose own battered heart might need nursing back to health too. Jackson Reilly has his own set of troubles, between caring for his ranch, his mom, and the black hole of finances. So when a pretty redhead with a sassy tongue offers some distraction—and a potential soluti...

Review: Becoming God's Family

Isn't it amazing how God brings along the right authors and books at the right time? In casually browsing YouTube, I was thrilled to discover Carmen Joy Imes  and her book recommendations. From there, I learnt that she is also an author, theologian, and professor (with a Canadian connection, to boot!). I was hooked and immediately requested her upcoming book, Becoming God's Family , for review; it releases on October 28, 2025 and I couldn't wait to dive into it! Many thanks to IVP Academic  and  NetGalley  for providing a complimentary copy of this book for review consideration. All opinions are my own. Book Synopsis Does the church still matter in our modern world? After waves of disillusionment, #churchtoo movements, and political divides, it’s easy to question the value of investing in the church. Yet Carmen Joy Imes offers a profound answer that resonates through the pages of Becoming God’s Family. Exploring the familial and communal identity of the chu...

Review: A Splash of Love - Once Upon a Novella #1

I'll be one of the few to admit that I didn't grow up a fan of The Little Mermaid , but reading A Splash of Love by  Jaycee Weaver  helps me understand why others enjoy this story 😄 It really is a fantastical tale and this sweet Christian rendition is the perfect length for those wanting a splash of Christmas love any time of the year. Book Synopsis Las Vegas glitz meets Land of Enchantment culture in this faith-friendly modern twist on The Little Mermaid. Casino mermaid Brie Finnegan yearns to trade her tail for the chance to pursue her passion for other cultures by curating her own museum. When Brie's boss dangles her dream job in exchange for securing a deal with the Reyes restaurateur family, Brie ventures to Albuquerque where she soon falls for more than the city's culture and holiday traditions. To secure his family's place among restaurant royalty, Derek Reyes seeks to expand into the Las Vegas hotel market. Eager to meet the enigmatic mermaid he's obse...

Review: Ransomed Love - Hatcher Hollow #2

After reading Reckless Love by Kate Goodwin, I knew that I couldn't wait to return to the town of Hatcher Hollow. Ransomed Love is available on paperback with the ebook releasing on August 22, 2025, and it's a jaw-dropping sequel. It also serves as a standalone, but if you've read the first book in the Hatcher Hollow series, Greyson and Dahlia's story is an absolute must-read. Many thanks to the author for providing me with a complimentary copy of this book. All opinions are my own. Book Synopsis He's lighting her dark path to redemption. She's there to burn it all down. Greyson Davis is biotech’s King Midas. Every new company he touches turns to gold, and his investment firm is Nashville’s rising star. But success breeds enemies, and someone has been watching and waiting for the perfect moment to strike. Trained in the art of allure and deception, Dahlia Moore is sent with a mission: infiltrate Greyson’s company and expose the secrets that could bring him cra...