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The Secrets Beneath (Treasures of the Earth Book #1)

328 pages Bethany House publishers September 26,2023 publish date

ABOUT THE BOOK

Some secrets can only stay buried for so long. . . .

Anna Lakeman has spent her life working alongside her paleontologist father, drawing intricate sketches at every dig. When they find dinosaur bones near their home in Wyoming Territory, they’re given the opportunity of a lifetime and are swiftly caught up in the competitive era of the Bone Wars. But after her father becomes sick and Joshua Ziegler, an old beau, returns for the summer, Anna’s world is upended, and the practical, orderly life she has made for herself shatters.

Medical student Joshua Ziegler left his hometown to forget Anna, the one woman he truly loved and deeply hurt. But when he returns, time hasn’t erased the feelings they’ve always had for each other. After Joshua’s nephew goes missing–just like his sister did years ago–and Anna’s job is threatened, tensions mount and dangerous secrets are unearthed.

MY THOUGHTS

The sciences are not one of my favorite things to read about. I’ve read so many books by this author that I just knew she could turn a subject that I wasn’t overly excited about into a fascinating story that I couldn’t put down.

When this historical fiction story took place, the late 1800’s paleontology was not a field women got into, there were a few but they were not well received and discredited often. A young woman who grew up with a famous paleontologist father has for many years been drawing intricate sketches at every dig as a way of cataloging and keeping track of all the progress.


When the elements open up a previously closed area in Wyoming Territory, near their home and they find bones it’s just what they need. This is just the opportunity her father needs to further his career during the competitive Bone Wars, and it’s working. He’s got permission to do his dig and no one else is permitted in this area, then exciting bones are found.

When her father falls ill and rapidly declines Anna Lakeman is not only upset about her father’s career advancement, thinking someone may take it from him but she’s very worried about this health. She is determined to go it alone and do the digging for her father.

When her former beau shows up the hurt feelings come rushing back, they had a big misunderstanding but now he’s back.
Doctor in training Joshua Ziegler left to forget his feeling for Anna but upon returning they both realize the feelings are still there.

There is a bit of a mystery when Joshua’s nephew goes missing. Is he in danger and what happened to him?
A very intriguing story, I also enjoyed the historical aspect of it and can’t wait to read more in this series.

Pub Date 26 Sep 2023
I was given a complimentary copy of this book.
All opinions expressed are my own.

THE AUTHOR

Kimberley Woodhouse is the best-selling and award-winning author of more than two dozen books. She is a wife, mother, author, and musician with a quick wit and positive outlook despite difficult circumstances. A popular speaker, she’s shared at more than 2,000 venues across the country. Kimberley and her family’s story have garnered national media attention for many years including ABC’s Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, The Montel Williams Show, Discovery Health channel’s Mystery ER, The Hour of Power, The Harvest Show, and over 1,000 other TV appearances and radio interviews. She lives and writes in the Poconos with her husband of thirty years. kimberleywoodhouse.com

Find Kim on twitter and facebook:

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author fan page Kimberley Woodhouse

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The Heart’s Choice (The Jewels of Kalispell Book #1) A Carneige library book by Tracie Peterson and Kimberley Woodhouse

337 pages publish date May 16,2023 Bethany House publisher

About The Book

They must uncover the truth before it’s buried forever.

After witnessing a wrongful conviction as a young girl, Rebecca Whitman–the first female court reporter in Montana–is now determined to defend the innocent. During a murder trial, something doesn’t sit well with her about the case, but no one except the handsome new Carnegie librarian will listen to her.

Librarian Mark Andrews’s father sent him to college hoping he would take over the business side of the family ranch, but Mark would rather wrangle books than cows. When a patron seeks help with research in hopes of proving a man’s innocence, Mark is immediately drawn to her and her cause.

In a race against time, will Rebecca and Mark find the evidence they need–and open their hearts to love–before it’s too late?

My Thoughts

The Heart’s Choice is the first book in the Jewels of Kalispell.
I was drawn to this book for many reasons, first off it had a very eye-catching cover. The shades are just lovely. Secondly the author is one of my absolute favorites of historical fiction and my absolute favorite go to authors. I’ve been reading Tracie Peterson books for 30 years. And thirdly, Carneige libraries. I was so excited when I saw this book has the setting of a Carneige library. I grew up going to the Carneige library in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Oakland Branch. Imagine towering ceilings and the old-time architecture of a building built in the 1800’s. This library is magnificent. I never knew there was a Carneige library in Montana, so I was most excited to read about it and the author has researched it so well and it’s written with such accuracy.
When she was a young girl Rebecca Whitman witnesses a brutal murder, mustering up the courage she goes to the police and tells what she had seen. Since she is a child, she was not believed, and the wrong man was convicted of murder. As an adult she becomes the first female court reporter as a way to defend the innocent. An upcoming murder trail will have no one listening except the librarian of the newly opened Carnegie library in Montana. Librarian Mark Andrews grew up in a farming household and his father has the highest hopes of his son taking over for him upon his retirement. This fascination with books and research and opening an exciting new library is surely a passing fancy for Mark his father believes. When it doesn’t turn out this way it leaves Mark feeling as though his father is disappointed in him and not accepting of him. Surely Mark can help Rebecca out with some important research in proving a man is innocent and if he succeeds will his father finally be proud of him? A wonderful slow burn romance that started out as friendship while trying to prove a man’s innocence. A fascinating book I’ll be looking forward to more books in the series.

Publication date May 16,2023
I was given a complimentary copy of this book.
All opinions expressed are my own.

The Authors

Tracie Peterson is the bestselling, award-winning author of more than one hundred books. Tracie also teaches writing workshops at a variety of conferences on subjects such as inspirational romance and historical research. She and her family live in Montana.

Visit Tracie’s web site at: http://www.traciepeterson.com

Kimberley Woodhouse is the best-selling and award-winning author of more than two dozen books. She is a wife, mother, author, and musician with a quick wit and positive outlook despite difficult circumstances. A popular speaker, she’s shared at more than 2,000 venues across the country. Kimberley and her family’s story have garnered national media attention for many years including ABC’s Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, The Montel Williams Show, Discovery Health channel’s Mystery ER, The Hour of Power, The Harvest Show, and over 1,000 other TV appearances and radio interviews. She lives and writes in the Poconos with her husband of thirty years. kimberleywoodhouse.com

Find Kim on twitter and facebook:

twitter.com/kimwoodhouse

author fan page Kimberley Woodhouse

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Can’t Wait Wednesday

Can’t-Wait Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted here, at Wishful Endings, to spotlight and discuss the books we’re excited about that we have yet to read. Generally, they’re books that have yet to be released.

I can’t wait for ……………….

Oh, I just love these author’s books. The cover is so beautiful, and the purples really do the cover justice. I am really looking forward to reading this one.

The Heart’s Choice by Tracie Peterson and Kimberley Woodhouse Publish Date May 16,2023 Grab A Copy Here .

About The Book

They must uncover the truth before it’s buried forever.

After witnessing a wrongful conviction as a young girl, Rebecca Whitman–the first female court reporter in Montana–is now determined to defend the innocent. During a murder trial, something doesn’t sit well with her about the case, but no one except the handsome new Carnegie librarian will listen to her.

Librarian Mark Andrews’s father sent him to college hoping he would take over the business side of the family ranch, but Mark would rather wrangle books than cows. When a patron seeks help with research in hopes of proving a man’s innocence, Mark is immediately drawn to her and her cause.

In a race against time, will Rebecca and Mark find the evidence they need–and open their hearts to love–before it’s too late?

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Release Day Review-A Mark of Grace by Kimberley Woodhouse, Book 3 of 3 Secrets of the Canyon

Publication date ‏ : ‎ January 3, 2023 Print length ‏ : ‎ 336 pages Publisher ‏ : ‎ Bethany House Publishers

About The Book

Ruth Anniston survived an injury that left her physically scarred, broken, and angry at God. Now, she finds herself working behind the scenes as a kitchen and dining room supervisor at the El Tovar Hotel, hidden away from curious eyes and with little hope of finding love. When money begins to disappear from the hotel, Ruth’s entire livelihood is put at risk when she lands on the list of suspects.

Frank Henderson has at last succeeded in obtaining his dream job as head chef at the El Tovar. But competition in the kitchen is fierce, and one mistake could cost him his future. As the thefts at the hotel continue, and his affection for Ruth grows, Frank’s career–and his heart–are in jeopardy.

As tensions run high, Ruth and Frank must work together to save the El Tovar. They find themselves growing closer . . . but can their combined ingenuity overcome the odds against them?

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My Thoughts

I loved the setting of the El Tovar Hotel at the Grand Canyon. Ruth Anniston survives a mauling by a mountain lion it leaves her scarred and she feels unworthy and think people pity her.


Working as a Harvey girl she has risen in the ranks from serving girl to head of the waitresses and kitchen staff. She is now able to work behind the scenes where others don’t see her and pity her as she believes they do.

She is angry, bitter and scared.
I enjoyed how each books takes place at the Grand Canyon and involves the Harvey girls but revolves around a different story. I can just imagine the El Tovar Hotel in its heyday. It sounds like it was amazing and the Harvey girls so friendly and charming. It would have been such a joy to dine there. The author does an amazing job of combining fact and fiction with all of her well researched books.


The trials and tribulations the characters go through, some quite a bit more than others kept me reading trying to guess who was responsible and why it was happening.
A slow burn romance, suspense, love, hope, realization, seeing self-worth, faith realized and more kept me flipping through the pages.

Though I am sorry to see this series end, I really enjoyed my time with the Harvey Girls, I am eagerly looking forward to the next book by this author.

Pub Date: 03 Jan 2023
I was given a complimentary copy of this book.
All opinions expressed are my own.

About The Author

Kimberley Woodhouse is the best-selling and award-winning author of more than two dozen books. She is a wife, mother, author, and musician with a quick wit and positive outlook despite difficult circumstances. A popular speaker, she’s shared at more than 2,000 venues across the country. Kimberley and her family’s story have garnered national media attention for many years including ABC’s Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, The Montel Williams Show, Discovery Health channel’s Mystery ER, The Hour of Power, The Harvest Show, and over 1,000 other TV appearances and radio interviews. She lives and writes in the Poconos with her husband of thirty years. kimberleywoodhouse.com

Find Kim on twitter and facebook:

twitter.com/kimwoodhouse

author fan page Kimberley Woodhouse

Have you read any of the books by this author? What makes you want to read this book?

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Ever Constant (The Treasures of Nome,#3)by Tracie Peterson and Kimberley Woodhouse-Review

About The Book

She’s always determined to be the stable, reliable one. But now her commitment may destroy her.

On the surface, Whitney Powell is happy working with her sled dogs and welcoming the new additions to her family through her sisters’ marriages and an upcoming birth. But her life is full of complications, including an estranged father, that have her on the edge of losing control. Growing up, she was the strong sister, and she can’t give that up now.

When villagers in outlying areas come down with a horrible sickness, Dr. Peter Cameron turns to Whitney and her dogs for help navigating the deep snow, and they become close while ministering to the sick together. Peter has long recognized her finer qualities but is troubled by the emotions and secrets she keeps buried within. He wants to help but wonders if she is more of a risk than his heart can take.

As sickness spreads throughout Nome and another man courts Whitney, she and Peter will discover that sometimes it is only in weakness that you can find strength.

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My Thoughts on This Book

Ever Constant is the third book in The Treasures of Nome series and what a wild ride this series has been. Though this can be read as a standalone I strongly suggest you read this series in order as to not miss vital information that forms the series.
Some books just sound good and you’ll pick it up and read it and then there are some authors that you just automatically read everything that they have out because you just love ALL of their books, and this is just one of those authors for me. While I enjoyed this series so much and I am sorry to see it end this book wraps up the series so nicely and really answers all the questions I had about it.
I will have to say Whitney was my favorite character of the series and I really admired her. Being the oldest sister, she felt it was her responsibility to shield and protect her two younger sisters especially after the death of their mother.
Whitney had so much stress, responsibility and grief in her life. After feeling deserted by her drunken father who she thought was dead but who reappears in her life with a new family she is bitter and hurt. While her younger sisters forgive their father she will not.
Her sled dogs keep her grounded as she must care for them and finds herself pouring out her worries to them. The death of her grandfather takes the last stability out of her life and despite having the support of her sisters who are now married she finds herself feeling alone and stressed. When she starts doing something that she despised her father for doing she desperately wants to change before her family finds out but is not sure how to stop. I love that the author shows the imperfections in this family as we are all flawed and can only be mended by him.
Her heart has hardened by so much tragedy that has happened to her and in her family. It was such a joy to see the redemption and forgiveness Whitney offers and is offered. She exudes strength never cracking, just holding it all in being the strength for the family. This costs her greatly though but her heart thaws with the strength that only he can give.
This is one of my favorite books by this author. It really touched me. Such beautiful writing. I find such comfort in this writing.

Pub Date 18 Jan 2022
I was given a complimentary copy of this book.
All opinions expressed are my own.

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Bethany House Publishers (January 18, 2022)

Publication date ‏ : ‎ January 18, 2022

Print length ‏ : ‎ 340 pages

The Authors

Kimberley Woodhouse

Kimberley Woodhouse is the best-selling and award-winning author of more than two dozen books. She is a wife, mother, author, and musician with a quick wit and positive outlook despite difficult circumstances. A popular speaker, she’s shared at more than 2,000 venues across the country. Kimberley and her family’s story have garnered national media attention for many years including ABC’s Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, The Montel Williams Show, Discovery Health channel’s Mystery ER, The Hour of Power, The Harvest Show, and over 1,000 other TV appearances and radio interviews. She lives and writes in the Poconos with her husband of thirty years. kimberleywoodhouse.com

Find Kim on twitter and facebook:

twitter.com/kimwoodhouse

author fan page Kimberley Woodhouse

Tracie Peterson

Tracie Peterson is the bestselling, award-winning author of more than one hundred books. Tracie also teaches writing workshops at a variety of conferences on subjects such as inspirational romance and historical research. She and her family live in Montana.

Visit Tracie’s web site at: http://www.traciepeterson.com

What makes you want to read Ever Constant?

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