TAMERA'S BOOK REVIEWS : TWICE A BRIDE Book Review

TAMERA'S BOOK REVIEWS : TWICE A BRIDE Book Review: T wice a Bride: A Novel (The Sinclair Sisters of Cripple Creek, #4)   by   Mona Hodgson   (Goodreads Author)   Tamera Lawrence 's r...

TWICE A BRIDE Book Review

Twice a Bride: A Novel (The Sinclair Sisters of Cripple Creek, #4) 
by Mona Hodgson (Goodreads Author) 

Tamera Lawrence's review 

Feb 20, 13  ·  edit

Read from February 15 to 19, 2013

Widow Willow Peterson has recovered from unexpected loss and finds comfort in the close knit family she holds so dearly in her heart. But even as she comes to terms with the loss of her husband, she finds renewed faith. Willow seeks to find a place to fit in, but selling ice boxes just isn’t it. Answering an advertisement for a portrait artist, Willow meets Trenton Van Der Veer and the two make a business connection. But as the pair spends time together, they both discover they both want more and are ready to let their past hurts go. But even as the seeds of love are newly sprouting, a woman from Trenton’s past threatens to tear the couple apart. Will their love survive this challenge?
TWICE A BRIDE by author Mona Hodgson is an 1898 historical romance that brings to life Cripple Creek – a quaint town filled with a variety of interesting characters filled with country charm. Family ties are explored as well as the loss of loved ones and the forgiveness of others. The Sinclair family is a refreshing glimpse into a faith drawn family, who overcomes obstacles with their love for each other and a deepening faith in an unfailing God. Mona Hodgson did a wonderful 

TAMERA'S BOOK REVIEWS : GHOSTS OF MAYFLOWER: Book Review

TAMERA'S BOOK REVIEWS : GHOSTS OF MAYFLOWER: Book Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars   Thrilling, Scary and Very Entertaining!   February 9, 2013 By   Bonnie Jo Davis   VINE™ VOICE Format: Kindle ...

GHOSTS OF MAYFLOWER: Book Review

5.0 out of 5 stars 

Thrilling, Scary and Very Entertaining! February 9, 2013

By Bonnie Jo Davis VINE™ VOICE

Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase

I watched the various ghost hunting shows when they visited the Pennhurst State School and Mental Hospital. This large complex of buildings was a veritable horror show when it was open and now it's so haunted that hundreds of people who have toured the complex have photographic and video proof.

The author of this book worked during the Halloween season several nights a week for several weeks in the Mayflower building at Pennhurst. She saw, felt and heard things that she can't explain and she shares with the readers her excitement and fear. I felt as though I were right alongside her as she saw people scream and run out of the building after experiencing a jab from an invisible needle or watch a man shaped shadow float around the common room.

What I really loved was that the author did some research on Pennhurst when it was opened so she could share with her readers the unbelievable neglect and abuse of children that their whole lives in this environment. This made me realize that such extreme pain and emotion left behind something that isn't quite dead nor quite alive.

If you are an avid ghost enthusiast as I am I highly recommend this book.

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TAMERA'S BOOK REVIEWS : LOVE CALLS & ROUNDELAYS BOOK REVIEW

TAMERA'S BOOK REVIEWS : LOVE CALLS & ROUNDELAYS BOOK REVIEW: Tamera Lawrence 's review  Feb 13, 13    ·    edit Read in February, 2013 LOVE CALLS AND ROUNDELAYS is a colorful assortmen...

STICKS AND STONES Book Review

Tamera Lawrence's review 

Feb 13, 13  ·  edit

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Read from February 07 to 12, 2013

Memories can be great, but they can also be painful, hanging around your neck like a tightening noose. Artist Abby Warren has left her past behind her and moved to St. Louis to escape her guilt, blaming herself for her best friend’s Holly’s death and wondering about Holly’s preceding rape. But then fate intervenes and Abby’s world becomes unglued.
When Abby’s father is hospitalized, she has no choice but to go home to Mill’s Pond, Kansas to help out with the family’slumber yard business. With much reluctance, Abby takes her newfound feline friend and heads to the place she once called home. Now Abby must confront her past and the two brothers who will reenter her future. One brother cares about her - the other eager to bring up the past and send her packing. Now Abby has to confront her past memories and face the man who turned a town against her. But when things get dangerous, Abby finds herself a renewed target. But just who is out to get her and why?
STICKS AND STONES by author Glenna Thompson is a love story with a mystery in the mix. Set in Kansas, Glenna Thompson has a natural way of describing small town life and the close knit community that binds families together through the good and the bad. Abby’s story was heartfelt and she was a great character to get to know. A good read by a talented writer.

LOVE CALLS & ROUNDELAYS BOOK REVIEW

Tamera Lawrence's review 

Feb 13, 13  ·  edit

Read in February, 2013

LOVE CALLS AND ROUNDELAYS is a colorful assortment of poetry by Wyn. From the stars, to the ocean, to the universe itself, this collection reaches a broad expanse of feeling and depth into the writer’s soul. The gift of summer is expounded on with its visionary scenes of countryside and fertility, while yet another sonnet delivers the sparkling wonders of winter with its crisp air and interfacing light. Emotions are touched, sorrows and tears, while other lyrics proclaim hope and inspiration in the simple pleasure of just living and the hope of a new tomorrow.
LOVE CALLS AND ROUNDELAYS by author Irwin Shishko is a wonderful collection of poetry by a gifted author, who can compose sonnets about the simple housecat to a more broad exchange of God and the universe. Wyn holds nothing back as he candidly reflects on his emotions and visions in this uplifting collection. The book is set off by a variety of black and white photographic pictures stemming from statues, animals, buildings and people in various displays. The photos are visually appealing and worth a second look. I truly enjoyed reading this wonderful collection – especially favoring Wintersong and also Ocean Song. One gets the sense that the author has traveled and seen a lot in his years and has a keen insight into the human spirit. The author is truly gifted with a pondering eye and I enjoyed this wonderful collection of poems. Well done. 

DELIVER ME FROM EVIL- REVIEW

                                                      

Tamera Lawrence's review

Jan 31, 13  ·  edit

Read from January 25 to 31, 2013

DELIVER ME FROM EVIL

Eunice Spry wants children to foster. But not for the good of the child, but to fill her own sick perverted world with innocent lives that she can control and manipulate. Alloma Gilbert is one such child. Alloma and her parents are taken in by Eunice, who comes across as a loving, caretaker. After all, the woman has her own two daughters and has fostered other children. But what Alloma's parents didn't know was that they had placed their daughter in the hands of an evil, malicious woman. Eunice Spry delights in tormenting children, playing with their fragile minds as she twists her lies and uses physical torture to subdue them. The matter is bad enough, but Eunice plays favorites amongst the children, often pitting them against one another.

Alloma is led to believe from the very beginning that she is evil and corrupted. She isn't even allowed the use of her own name and Eunice changes it to Harriet.

DELIVER ME FROM EVIL by Alloma Gilbert is a tale of horrific abuse and survival. Eunice Spry uses her warped sense of religion to justify the abuse. It's easy to see just how evil had affected her warped mind. I can only hope Eunice is experiencing a bit of hell in prison. Hopefully, this terrible story sheds some light on other children that are, even now, in similar circumstances.