{Book Spotlight} Rise & Shine by Sandra D. Bricker

This week, the

Christian Fiction Blog Alliance

is introducing

Rise and Shine

River North; New Edition edition (May 1, 2014)

by  Sandra D. Bricker


ABOUT THE BOOK

Shannon Malone thought she'd found her happy ending when she married Edmund Ridgeway, but a diving accident on their honeymoon left her in a coma. Waking
up to the news that she's thirty years old would have been daunting enough . . . but she also learns that Edmund has lost his interim battle with cancer and the
world has marched on without her.



Her gorgeous doctor, Daniel Petros, seems to know everything about her and becomes Shannon's tour guide into a whole new world of
madness where reality television has taken over the

planet and everyone's life appears to revolve around a tiny screen on their cell phones!



As Shannon struggles to navigate through the changes-both in the world and in her-she also must discern real memories from imagined ones. Did she really ever wear capris pants and entertain in her living room, or was that Laura Petrie from her favorite classic TV show?

And where is her beloved dog, Freeway? Oh, wait!

That was Jonathan and Jennifer Hart's dog, not hers.



Shannon's three elderly aunts flit through her life in true Sleeping Beauty style with her well-being always a priority.
And Edmund's sister Millicent descends like the Evil Queen she is, trying to extract Shannon from any claim on the Ridgeway family fortune. When a tornado moves through town and Shannon is knocked unconscious, will Daniel's kiss awaken her once and for all?






If you would like to read the first chapter of Rise and Shine, go HERE.







ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

For
more than a decade, Sandra D. Bricker lived in Los Angeles. While
honing her chosen craft of screenwriting in every spare moment, she
worked as a personal assistant and publicist to some of daytime
television's hottest stars. When her mother became ill in Florida, she
walked away from that segment of her life and moved across the country
to take on a new role: Caregiver.



The author says that
it was her 8th novel that opened the door to finding her way as a
writer. "I'm a Christian woman, first and foremost," she says. "So it
was a bit of a dream-come-true when Summerside Press chose me as one of
two authors to launch the Love Finds You line."




Sandie's real-life role as cancer survivor has
parlayed into her steadfast commitment to raising awareness and funds
for ovarian cancer research. Spearheading a series of devotionals for
Summerside Press (such as the popular His Grace is Sufficient...Decaf is Not), the author has stipulated that a portion of each contributor's proceeds will go to the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund.




"Being allowed to combine my faith and my humor with
raising funds for my pet projects ... and still pursue my writing
dream," says Bricker, "well, that's the best of all worlds, as far as
I'm concerned!"




And one of the author's pet projects is animal rescue,
evidenced by the special bond she has created with one particular
formerly-abandoned puppy -- a red-haired collie with "killer brown eyes
and the heart of the class clown."

Disclosure: I did NOT receive a copy of this book, it just sounded so good I just had to share!  I've added it to my TBR list. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”.

Class Reunion Blues with author Debby Mayne's Class Reunions Series ~ Review on Mom Loves 2 Read

This week, the Christian Fiction Blog Alliance is introducing

Pretty is as Pretty Does (bk 1)
Bless Her Heart (bk 2)
Tickled Pink (bk 3)


(Bethany House March 1, 2007) by Debby Mayne


ABOUT THE BOOKS

Pretty Is as Pretty Does: 

Priscilla Slater goes to her ten-year high school reunion with equal parts dread and eager anticipation. Even though she’s a successful owner of a chain of hair salons and no longer has the mousy brown hair, crooked teeth, and discount-store wardrobe, she still feels like the ugly duckling. But when she arrives at the reunion, Priscilla soon realizes that her old classmates aren’t exactly as she remembers them. With humor and a just a touch of sassiness, Priscilla finds herself facing her own truth—and she may be surprised at what she discovers.

My Review:

I did not have time to get all three of these great books read yet, but I am most of the way through this first book ~ Pretty is as Pretty Does.  This first book introduces the reader to Pricilla who is on her way to her 10 year high school reunion ~ poor thing.  She is not only nervous but pretty much in a panic about seeing her old classmates.  I personally don't blame her one bit.  I also would be very nervous IF my high school class ever had a reunion.  

The author writes in such as way as to engage the imagination of the reader, at least this reader ~ and has written a story that is so fun to read.  There are hilarious moments, seriously fun events and great, well-written characters that keep me reading well past the time I should stop.  Just ask my kids!

This story is well-written, engaging and entertaining.  I can't wait to finish this one and start the next one in the series . . .

Bless Her Heart:

As Priscilla Slater’s 15-year class reunion approaches, she decides to attend out of curiosity… and to flaunt her latest achievement—taking her business to a national level with the possibility of a TV show. As if getting ready for the event and putting up with the pranks of her former classmates isn’t enough, Priscilla’s hometown visit is further complicated by her parents’ separation. With the once-solid sanctuary of her home broken at the foundation, there’s only one thing Priscilla’s parents can agree on: no matter what sort of accolades their daughter receives as a hair stylist, she’s not living up to her potential. Eager to escape the painful reality of her childhood home, Priscilla bolts as soon as a call from New York brings good news: her offer to purchase one of the best salons in the country is likely to come through. But returning to New York means returning to Tim, Priscilla’s best friend and business pal who has been impatiently suggesting their relationship should be more than a friendship. Despite her recent achievements, will Priscilla learn that success doesn’t always result in popularity—or love?



Tickled Pink:

Priscilla Slater shows up at her 20-year reunion as a national celebrity. Her hair salon dynasty has skyrocketed, and to top it off, she has her own line of hair products. She has become a huge success with the “Ms. Prissy Big Hair” line that lets women with the thinnest of locks get the coveted “big hair” look so popular in the South. Her classmates have finally come to terms with adulthood, but they’re handling it with the grace of a Southern woman wearing white after Labor Day. It’s just downright awkward! Asserting the maturity that her classmates have often lacked, Priscilla holds her head high. But she can’t ignore everything. When she catches her mother in the arms of her former high school principal, Priscilla can’t get out of town fast enough. Eager to get back to her more comfortable life, Priscilla runs head on into an ultimatum: Tim tells her they’re not getting any younger—as if she has to be reminded.




ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Debby
Mayne is a best-selling author who has published more than 25 books and
novellas, 400 short stories and articles, and devotions for women. She
has also worked as managing editor of a national health magazine,
product information writer for HSN, a creative writing instructor, and a
copy editor and proofreader.



Her novel, Love Finds You in Treasure Island, Florida
received 4-1/2 stars from RT Book Review, and was named a Top Pick for
the month of July. She and her husband Wally have two grown daughters,
and live in Palm Harbor, Florida.





If you would like to read an excerpt from Pretty is as Pretty Does (bk 1), go HERE


JOIN THE PARTY!

Now that all three books have released, let’s party! (Yes, really!) Join our online class reunion the week of October 7, 2013 on Debby Mayne’s Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/136447929891169/ Stop by to answer questions about the books, respond to fun polls, join in fun activities to help you reminisce your high school days, and win great prizes. Tell your friends and meet us there! 

 

Disclosure: I received free the item(s) mentioned in this post in exchange for my honest review. Regardless ~ All my reviews are my honest and personal opinion. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”.