About Me I am a retired librarian and I now support books and authors through my reviews.

I have always loved to read and I was able to share that love through my work as a public librarian for 22 1/2 years. I now promote literacy by reading, and then writing reviews. I love to support authors by sharing my reviews with others!

Sunday, April 19, 2026

1 & 2 Thessalonians: Hope in the Midst of Trials by Tara-Leigh Cobble


ABOUT THE BOOK

The team behind the bestselling The Bible Recap takes your study of God's Word to the next level. Continuing with the books of 1 and 2 Thessalonians, The Bible Recap Knowing God Series dives deep into the transformative truths found in the New Testament.

Perfect for small groups or individual study, this comprehensive, 10-week Bible study explains and connects the story of Scripture in the books of 1 and 2 Thessalonians. Through daily readings, passage-by-passage teaching, thought-provoking questions, weekly challenges, Scripture memorization, and personal study segments, you will
· learn how to dig deep into God's Word
· discover the character of God revealed through the early church
· comprehend what pleases God, the second coming of Christ, and the hope of salvation
· apply these truths to your life

Unearthing the timeless wisdom woven into these letters, this study will help you more deeply understand God's holiness, let Christ rule in your life, and hold on to the hope of Christ's return.




MY THOUGHTS.....

HOPE. One of the most powerful emotions we can experience, and also one that may seem the easiest to lose! In this new 10-week bible study, Tara-Leigh Cobble offers hope in the midst of life's trials. She provides structure and guidance as she explores Paul's words to the church at Thessalonica, making it easy for both new believers and seasoned Christians to understand. Each week in this study features five days of daily Bible readings, scripture memorization, question prompts, and additional resources to increase comprehension. I especially like that it is a workbook, with spaces provided to record my thoughts!

1 & 2 Thessalonians: Hope in the Midst of Trials is part of The Bible Recap Knowing God series. I am using it for my personal devotion time, but it would also be great for group study. I recommend this wonderful resource for anyone who wants to increase their faith and prepare for the return of Christ.

I received a complimentary copy from the publisher. There was no obligation for a positive review. These are my personal thoughts.

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Tara-Leigh Cobble spends her days helping people read, understand, and love the Bible! Those things include: hosting a daily podcast called The Bible Recap, leading D-Group International (an international network of Bible studies), speaking to audiences about God and His Word, writing books, leading trips to Israel, and hosting a daily radio show called The God Shot. 

She loves adventure, dabbling in flying trapeze, and thinking every meal tastes better when eaten outside. She lives alone in Dallas, Texas.

Learn more about Tara-Leigh Cobble at her Website
Follow her on Facebook     Instagram




Friday, April 17, 2026

When They Met Again (Letters from Lancaster County, #2) by Leslie Gould

When They Met Again (Letters from Lancaster County)
ABOUT THE BOOK

It's love at first sight for Adam Slaybaugh, yet while Joanna Grebel finds him attractive and is intrigued when he declares his interest, she's less certain of the potential for a romantic future together. Instead, she proposes they be "just friends," but Adam's not willing to settle for anything less than a romantic relationship. In response, he leaves Lancaster County for Florida, and soon after, Joanna begins courting Jacob Byer--someone she deems a much more suitable match.

When Adam returns to Lancaster County years later to pursue a career in his grandparents' successful home renovation business, he finds Joanna suffering from a broken heart. Misunderstandings and matchmaking schemes begin a tender journey of healing and romance--but is Adam's love enough to finally win Joanna over?

Bestselling Amish romance author Leslie Gould pens a gently humorous and rich romance threaded with heart-deep characters and the traditions of simple Amish life.






MY THOUGHTS.....

Love at first sight? It's exciting if both people feel the same attraction, but this wasn't the case for Adam and Joanna. He loved her instantly, she believed friendship should come first, and Adam ended up going to Florida to nurse his broken heart. Would Joanna ever know what she had thrown away?

Adam is given a second chance with Joanna when he returns home to Lancaster County to help his grandparents. Her recent pain caused by another man may prevent Joanna from seeing just how special Adam is. I enjoyed the book discussions that became such an important part of their budding relationship. Perhaps friendship is the lasting foundation for true love!

When They Met Again is a sweet romance, but there's so much more! I loved the special friendship of the three grandmothers and the bishop's wife, along with the circle letters they shared. They weren't always what older Amish women are perceived to be, and it appeared that some may have really enjoyed their Rumspringa days! Were these fun friends the encouragement Adam needed to pursue Joanna this second time?

Leslie Gould says that the classic movie When Harry Met Sally inspired this novel. Never fear, this clean romance is perfect for fans of Amish fiction!

I received a complimentary copy from the author and Bethany House. There was no obligation for a positive review.

My rating: 4 of 5 stars


ABOUT THE AUTHOR


Leslie Gould is the #1 bestselling and award-winning author of forty-eight novels, including the Amish Memories series and the Plain Patterns series. She’s sold 800,000 books over the last two decades. She holds a bachelor’s degree in history and communications and an MFA in creative writing. Leslie enjoys research trips, church history, and hiking, especially in the beautiful state of Oregon where she lives. She and her husband, Peter, have four adult children and two grandchildren.



Learn more by visiting Leslie's    Website  



LETTERS FROM LANCASTER COUNTY