Book Review - A Marriage in Middlebury by Anita Higman

 Just finished reading Anita Higman's newest release, A Marriage in Middlebury.

Imagine being deeply in love yet having to refuse the proposal of the man you love because accepting would mean shame and embarrassment for both of your families. To make matters worse, you can't tell him why you can't marry him.

Ten years later, that man walks back into your life with a fiancee in tow. Your feelings haven't changed, and from the look in his eyes, he's still carrying a torch of his own.

Author, Anita Higman

I thoroughly enjoyed this story about Sam & Charlotte's second chance at love. Were it not for Sam's conniving father's unimaginable cruelty, this couple would have been married years ago. On the other hand, were it not for a slightly quirky, well-meaning friend, who took matters into her own hands, Sam & Charlotte may have missed their second chance at love.

Aside from a good story, I fell in love with the little town of Middlebury. I'd love to visit Charlotte's garden behind the Tea House. Would also love to tour the Wilder home and grounds. The author brought the setting to life, drawing me right into the story.  Hoping there are Middlebury stories to come.

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Winter in Full Bloom Free Kindle Version

Just found out that Winter in Full Bloom, by Anita Higman is

FREE on Amazon.com

for just a couple of days! (Kindle version only)

Grab your copy today. http://amzn.to/14Dryin  (Will only be free for a couple of days, so make sure you check the price before downloading.

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Book Review – Winter in Full Bloom by Anita Higman

Imagine learning that you have an identical twin sister you’ve never met, then imagine having to overcome your fear and insecurities in order to fly halfway around the world in hopes of finding her. That’s what Lily Winter sets out to do, but God has so much more in mind for her. Like the charming Texan, turned Aussie that helps in her search while showing her the treasures of Melborne.

This story had me wanting to visit Australia, eat chocolate, play the flute and fight for the resolution of relationships that need mending. I wanted to throw one character in the river and hug another.  It’s a rare writer that can so thoroughly pull you into the story that you live it right along with the characters she creates.

Anita Higman…you did a wonderful job of weaving a story of heartbreak and love, conflict and forgiveness and the sweet prospect of renewed family relationships. Thank you for the hours of reading pleasure I enjoyed while reading Winter in Full Bloom.

*I received a free copy of this book in exchange for my honest opinion in this review.
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A Merry Little Christmas - Book Review

Sigh….

That’s the first response I have after reading A Merry Little Christmas.

A sigh for the end of a perfect love story…

a sigh for mended relationships, for justice and for living your dreams…
and finally, a sigh that I blew through this book too fast and now I have to wait until Anita Higman dreams up another fantastic book for me to read!

The back cover of this book says that it’s “a cozy holiday read” and that’s just how I feel, cozy and content. If you’re looking for the perfect Christmas gift for your reading friends, you can’t go wrong with A Merry Little Christmas.

The characters are lovable and laughable and I would love to have folks like them for my neighbors and friends. The author even makes shoveling hog manure sound like a most honorable activity!

Join Franny Martin, an adorable and feisty farm girl and Charlie Landau, a handsome and wealthy city boy as they fall in love and overcome all obstacles to be together.

And Ms. Higman…please, please get busy on that next best-seller!

You can pick up your copy of A Merry Little Christmas here  and don’t forget to pick up a few for your friends!

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Where God Finds You - Book Review

I first heard of Anita Higman when I stumbled across a web site called Spyglass Lane Mysteries. After downloading the first book in her Volstead Manor series and devouring it, I quickly nabbed the second in the series and then had to wait an agonizing couple of months until the third book came out. They were fun and entertaining and I couldn't wait to read more from this author.

Imagine my surprise when Anita's next book was listed as a non-fiction devotional. But knowing this author's talent for bringing a story to life, I couldn't wait to read it.

Where God Finds You - 40 Devotions Bringing Bible Characters to Life is another Anita Higman hit with me. It's a unique devotional that brings the Bible to life by retelling the stories of popular Bible characters from a first-person point of view.

You feel the agony and joy of the woman who was healed by touching Jesus' garment. You experience the awe and holy moment when Mary receives the message from an angel that she will carry the Christ child and you'll walk on the water with Peter as he steps out of the boat in faith, only to be swallowed up by the angry waves when his faith wavers.

Each story is told with exquisite detail, pulling you back in time, right into the story. Each is then followed up with a section called The Story From God's Word (the Biblical account of the the story) and The Story From Then to Now (practical application for today). The special added feature of discussion questions makes this devotional perfect for small groups or personal contemplation.

You can pick up a copy of Where God Finds You at Amazon, Barnes & Noble or your local Christian bookseller.

Discover the Bible all over again with Where God Finds You.



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