Review of The Alamo Bride by Kathleen Y’Barbo

The Alamo Bride continues the saga of The Daughters of the Mayflower series. It definitely gives more of the background and history of the Alamo battle than I was aware of. The heroine is a young woman with incredible spirit, and also a love for her beloved homeland. She is feisty and can do many things. The hero is a good counterpart to her, and they have interesting interaction. Suspense, mystery, and romance are all woven into this historical adventure. It is an enjoyable read that will teach you some Texas history, too. This series is a great way to spark your interest into American history.

Review of The Forgiving Jar

The Forgiving Jar by Wanda Brunstetter was the second book in The Prayer Jars Series.  It continues the stories of two young women who end up in Amish country with an older couple who are the grandparents of one of the girls. Both girls have a past that has wounded them and both need to learn the art of forgiveness. Both of them find romance, but will their pasts get in the way? Can they learn to be friends and see each other in a positive way? Can they forgive and move forward in their lives? As the story unfolds, you get to know more about the Amish community and their way of life. You also get to see how the relationships develop and how family responds in different situations. The grandparents’ love and acceptance are seen throughout. This story will touch your heart and show you beautiful truths about love and forgiveness. I enjoyed this book and will recommend it to others.

“I received a complimentary copy of this book from Barbour Publishing and was under no obligation to post a review.”