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The first book I read last month was Saltwater Cove by Amelia Addler. I am not sure how I exactly found this book, but I really enjoyed it and hope to read a few more by her in this series and try one in her other series too. This is the first in the Westcott Bay series and is about a 48 year old woman who moves to an island where she is gifted a home from her brother. While there, she meets some unexpected family, there is some trauma, but also unexpected love found. I enjoyed reading this (on my tablet) while also listening to it at the same time (on Spotify free books) while walking on the treadmill. It was a win-win!
I think most readers are familiar with Melanie Shankle from The Big Boo Podcast. This book is 9 years old. Yes, that's right. I have always wanted to read her story about friendships and I really enjoyed hearing her read her story and learn some new things. I think my favorite parts were the quotes about friendship at the beginning of each chapter.
How to Live in God's Light While Wrestling with the Dark
This book tells the story of Courtney Joseph and the dark days she walked in her marriage. This book had a lot of powerful, sad stories in it and as someone going through some hard times in marriage, I could relate to a lot of it. All the way through the book, she points the reader back to Jesus, no matter what season of hard they may be experiencing. This is the book we discussed at book club hosted by Jennifer this week.
I am looking forward to hearing about some reading recommendations from you and thanks for linking up with us!
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I haven't read Melanie's book either, but I enjoy her podcast so might add that one to my list. Have a great day!
ReplyDeleteShe has several books on different topics, so I think you would enjoy one since you enjoy the podcast. You too!
DeleteMelanie's and Sophie's books are some of my favorites! I can't wait to read their new books that are coming out either later this year or early next year. Sophie's is available for preorder, so you know I already did that. Have you read any of Melanie's other books? They're all incredible! (But so are Sophie's.)
ReplyDeleteI just pre-ordered Sophie's too! I have read "On the Bright Side" and am curious what the new book will be about.
DeleteStill Standing sounds like a good book; in hard times, being pointed back to Jesus is so important. I have been reading a book about Job and it has been really good.
ReplyDeleteIt is! I read through Job during a previous hard time in life and it is such an encouragment to not give up and keep hope.
ReplyDeleteAll three of these look good and I also loved looking down your blog. It's fun seeing what others are reading and enjoying!
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by! This blog community is so fun and encouraging. Have a great day!
DeleteWhat a wonderful gathering! It's so good to meet you this evening. Lovely.
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by!
DeleteThanks for reminding me about the Melanie Shankle book. I want to look back to see which ones I haven't read yet. I'm looking forward to both Boo Mama and Big Mama's new books coming soon.
ReplyDeleteMe too. I just pre-ordered Sophie's book this week.
DeleteThat Amelia Addler book looks perfect for summer.
ReplyDeleteIt made me want to go escape to an island for the summer!
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