Top Ten Tuesday ... My Summer TBR

 Happy Tuesday!! Today's theme for Top Ten Tuesday, sponsored by That Artsy Reader Girl is our Summer To-Be-Read list. I have read some or a few of my list, but the beauty of having epilepsy is that it destroys my short-term memory, so if I don't review it immediately or write my thoughts in my journal, I'll forget. A benefit is that it's like I've read it for the first time.

I'm on Hayley's street team, and this is super cute!

Freddie and Grace are two of my favorite characters, so I can't wait to dive in!

I'm almost positive I've read this, but my brain says nope! LOL

I've started this, and I get interrupted and forget to go back to it, another fun side effect of Epilepsy. 

Do we share any books in common for the summer? Have you read any of these? Let me know in the comments!

Top Ten Tuesday / Thursday Series Twist

 

Happy Thursday! I really wanted to do the Top Ten post but I was occupied with family things. So, since Thursday starts with a T I'm going to post today. 

I'm going to do a twist on the series prompt The Artsy Reader Girl scheduled for Tuesday. It was choosing our favorite book out of a series. My twist . . . this was going around Instagram a few weeks ago it was choosing the first book you read by an author and then your favorite. Since I read a lot of series I thought this would be a fun way to spotlight different books.

I hope you like my little twist on the Top Ten Tuesday and that it's on Thursday. I really wanted to do this so I found a way to highlight these special books. 

Have you read any of them? 

If the Boot Fits (Texas Ever After #2) by Karen Witemeyer Reviewed

 

About the book:

Title: If the Boot Fits

Series: Texas Ever After #2

Genre: Christian Fiction Fairytale Re-telling Romance

Author: Karen Witemeyer

Determined to prove that cattle king Eli Dearing has no justification for evicting his stepmother and half brothers, Asher Ellis uses the cover of a fancy ball to break into the Three Cedars ranch house to search for proof of wrongdoing. On the verge of discovery, he flees, but a boy's cry compels him to make a daring rescue.

Spunky and independent, Samantha Dearing balks when she learns the ball her father is hosting in her honor is nothing more than a matrimonial ambush. Taking a break from her unwanted suitors, Samantha spots a thief fleeing her home. When the stranger ends up saving her brother's life, she hides the only clue to his identity left behind--his boot--and resolves to find him herself.

But when Samantha encounters the older brother of a student she tutors, all thoughts of the bootless mystery man vanish. And although Asher tries to keep his distance from Samantha for reasons of his own, a series of suspicious accidents befall her, and his protective instincts flare, no matter the cost to their future.

This Western reimagining of the classic Cinderella fairy tale is an enchanting story of courage, family, and the power of true love.

Goodreads || Amazon || Barnes & Noble || Baker Book-House

My Thoughts:

I haven't read a Karen Witemeyer book in years and I've missed her fun historical stories. This is a fun Cinderella re-telling. I loved every minute of reading this story. 

Ash and Samantha are a kick as are the two little kiddos woven into the story. Mama Bess has to be one of my absolute favorite characters and the spin Ms. Witemeyer puts on her character is perfect.

The faith element is woven into the story in such a way that's not overbearing. 

This book is a fun romp in Texas with a spin on Cinderella, along with Ms. Witemeyer's humor and faith-based plot. I loved this book! Maybe because I'm married to a cowboy.

Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from the publisher. I was not required to write a review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

About the author:

For those who love to smile as they read, bestselling author Karen Witemeyer offers warmhearted historical romance with a flair for humor, feisty heroines, and swoon-worthy Texas heroes. Voted #1 Readers’ Favorite Christian Historical Author in 2023 by Family Fiction Magazine, Karen is a multiple award-winning author and a firm believer in the power of happy endings. She is an avid cross-stitcher, tea drinker, and family board game player who makes her home in Abilene, TX with her heroic husband who vanquishes laundry dragons and dirty dish villains whenever she’s on deadline.

You can connect with Ms. Witemeyer on the following platforms. Facebook || Instagram || Website

Top Ten Tuesday Valentine Rom-Com Fun

 

Happy Tuesday!!! Welcome to another edition of Top Ten Tuesday sponsored by The Artsy Reader Girl. Today's topic is a Valentine freebie so I decided to put together a list of fun Rom-Com reads. These are my favorites and there are some great ones out and soon to be released.

This releases on May 14, 2024

This beauty releases on Valentine's Day.

This book releases on March 1.

I have not read this book, but have it on good authority that it is not a sweet clean read like all of the other books listed. It contains foul language and open door bedroom scenes. So, if you are sensitive to that then you probably shouldn't read it.

This releases on March 16th. 

This releases on April 2nd.

Have you read any of these or have them on your radar for this year? Please let me know in the comments. Have a great Tuesday!!

First Line Friday - Featuring Karen Witemeyer

 

Welcome to First Line Friday!!! I haven't participated in First Line Friday since November. EEKS! I keep saying that I'm going to post one and get distracted. The pains of getting old. LOL

I received an early copy of If the Boot Fits by Karen Witemeyer and I thought it would be perfect for First Line Friday!

First, is that not the cutest cover? I just love it!!

About the book:

Determined to prove that cattle king Eli Dearing has no justification for evicting his stepmother and half brothers, Asher Ellis uses the cover of a fancy ball to break into the Three Cedars ranch house to search for proof of wrongdoing. On the verge of discovery, he flees, but a boy's cry compels him to make a daring rescue.

Spunky and independent, Samantha Dearing balks when she learns the ball her father is hosting in her honor is nothing more than a matrimonial ambush. Taking a break from her unwanted suitors, Samantha spots a thief fleeing her home. When the stranger ends up saving her brother's life, she hides the only clue to his identity left behind--his boot--and resolves to find him herself.

But when Samantha encounters the older brother of a student she tutors, all thoughts of the bootless mystery man vanish. And although Asher tries to keep his distance from Samantha for reasons of his own, a series of suspicious accidents befall her, and his protective instincts flare, no matter the cost to their future.

This Western reimagining of the classic Cinderella fairy tale is an enchanting story of courage, family, and the power of true love.

Goodreads || Amazon || Baker Book House || Barnes & Noble 

First Line:

THREE CEDARS RANCH

PALO PINTO COUNTY, TEXAS

SUMMER 1889

She'd only been home from school for two weeks, and already her father was trying to marry her off. Silently fuming, Samantha Dearing yanked open the door to her father's study and stepped inside.

It's been quite a while since I've read a Karen Witemeyer book but her humor is still the same and I'm loving every minute of this book. I could have read all night on Wednesday but my eyes wouldn't let me. This book should be on your preorder list. It releases on March 12th! Don't miss this book!!

Top Ten Tuesday - My Most Anticipated Releases of The First Half of 2024

 

Happy Tuesday and welcome to my first top ten . . . actually eleven. . . of 2024. I hope your first week and a couple of days of the new year are going well and you're not socked in with snow. We have snow, UGH, and more is on the way!! I'm in a perpetual snow globe until about May because you never know when we'll get more weather. 

 

I'm waiting for some of these beauties to arrive in the mail. Are any of these books on your anticipated reading list? With as much snow as is predicted for us in Idaho, I will need these books. Let me know what you're waiting on.