Review: The Color of Justice by Ace Collins

About the book:

1964

Justice, Mississippi, is a town divided. White and black. Rich and

poor. Rule makers and rule breakers. Right or wrong, everyone assumes

their place behind a fragile façade that is about to crumble.  When

attorney Coop Lindsay agrees to defend a black man accused of murdering a

white teenager, the bribes and death threats don’t intimidate him. As

he prepares for the case of a lifetime, the young lawyer knows it’s the

verdict that poses the real threat—innocent or guilty, because of his

stand Coop is no longer welcome in Justice. As he follows his

conscience, he wonders just how far some people will go to make sure he

doesn’t finish his job?

2014

To some, the result of the trial still feels like a fresh wound even

fifty years later, when Coop’s grandson arrives in Justice seeking

answers to the questions unresolved by the trial that changed his

family’s legacy. When a new case is presented, again pitting white

against black, this third generation Lindsay may have the opportunity he

needs to right the wrongs of the past. 

But hate destroys everything it touches, and the Lindsay family will not escape unscathed.

My rating:
5 stars

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My thoughts:

The Color of Justice was a fantastic read! I ended up listening to the audiobook I borrowed from the library instead of reading my e-review copy and it was such a good listen! The narrator was amazing.

I was drawn into the story right away and I loved how it was written. I kept trying to figure out what the truth was and, I've got to say, the ending SHOCKED me!

All in all, The Color of Justice was a great read and I recommend it to fans of mysteries.

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Weekend Wrap-Up (January 27th, 2023)

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Review: The Rose and the Thistle by Laura Frantz

About the book:

In 1715, Lady Blythe Hedley's father is declared an enemy of the British crown because of his Jacobite sympathies, forcing her to flee her home in northern England. Secreted to the tower of Wedderburn Castle in Scotland, Blythe quietly awaits the crowning of a new king. But in a house with seven sons and numerous servants, her presence soon becomes known.

No sooner has Everard Hume lost his father, Lord Wedderburn, than Lady Hedley arrives with her maid in tow. He has his own problems--a volatile brother with dangerous political leanings, an estate to manage, and a very young brother in need of comfort and direction. It would be best for everyone if he could send this misfit heiress on her way as soon as possible.

In this whirlwind of intrigue, ambitions, and shifting alliances, Blythe yearns for someone she can trust. But the same forces that draw her and Everard together also threaten to tear them apart.

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My rating:
5 stars

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My thoughts:

The Rose and the Thistle was a wonderful story that I loved reading! I felt like it was a slower-paced story (especially in the beginning) and yet it worked for this book. I was drawn into the story and couldn't wait to see how it ended. I loved seeing the story and relationship progress.

One of my favorite things was how the ending wasn't your typical kind of ending (I won't say more to avoid spoilers). The setting was great and I found the historical aspect fascinating.

All in all, The Rose and the Thistle was a fantastic read that, while slower-paced at times, kept me eager to read more. I recommend it to fans of historical romances.

*Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention/review it on my blog. I was not required to give a positive review, only my honest opinion - which I've done. All thoughts and opinions expressed are my own and I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. 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.*

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Monthly Reflections | December 2022

Monthly Reflections, where we take the time to reflect on the previous month.

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Review: Growing Strong: Workouts, Devotions, and Recipes to Become Healthy from the Inside Out

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About the book:

A Joyful Life Starts on the Inside

Hi, I’m Cambria!

For years, I struggled with my self-image and how to make my dual pursuits of faith and fitness fit together. Maybe you can relate. Everything changed one day when I decided I was tired of looking in the mirror and started looking solely toward God.

What He showed me is that true strength—physical, emotional, and spiritual—starts from the inside out. When you’re staying connected to God, you’ll find that eating well and exercising regularly will be so much easier. Your faith, food choices, and fitness will all just naturally flow together as part of your healthy and whole life.  

I want to share what I’ve learned with you, motivate you, and encourage you with delicious recipes to nourish your body, creative workouts to keep you moving, and wisdom from God’s Word to inspire and shape you into the woman He’s creating you to be.

Let’s grow strong from the inside out!

My rating:
5 stars

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My thoughts:

Growing Strong took me most of 2022 to read and that's because I worked slowly through it. I wanted to do the workouts while reading the devotions and for the most part I did that. I still have a few workouts to do, but wanted to finish before the new year, so I'll do those later. 😁

I absolutely loved this book. I found the devotions encouraging and the workouts were challenging, but still possible. You can always modify a workout if it is a bit too tough for your current fitness level. 

All in all, I recommend this devotion.

*I did not get this for review. Purchased copies. As always, all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.*

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Weekend Wrap-Up (January 8th, 2023)

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