Review: It's Not About Me by Michelle Sutton

Hey Y'all,
I've recently became aware of the fact that my book review are just "too dang long", so I'll try my best to keep them under 200 words;)LOL;~)





Title:It's Not About Me
Author: Michelle Sutton

Publisher: Sheaf House Publishers
ISBN: 0979748518

Stars (out of 5):*****
Age rating: 15 & up

Back cover (from Goodreads):
Annie has it all. She's attractive, graduated with honors, was accepted at the college of her choice, has supportive parents, good friends, and a steady boyfriend who loves her. One night when an unexpected visitor appears, Annie's safe world is destroyed. As she tries to recover the pieces of her broken life, a war ensues between two brothers who both claim to have her best interests at heart. But who will Annie choose? Or will she decide to turn her life in a different direction?



My thoughts:
Michelle Sutton is known as the Edgy Inspirational Author and BOY! is that not more true, then in It's Not About Me. Before, I hadn't read anything by Michelle, but now I am a full fledged Sutton fan! It's Not About Me is the story of Annie a teenage girl going through life pleasing everybody and trying not to cause any ripples. On one tragic night, Annie and everything she's ever known, is turned upside down. Now, while trying to piece things back together, Annie makes some life changing decisions. But, not everyone is happy about them.
I LOVED It's Not About, because Michelle addresses the issues that many Christians today don't dare talk about. But, in today's society things like: pornography, (pre-marital) sex, and excessive drinking , are shoved in are faces and thought to be "okay" and "acceptable". Michelle not only brings these thing to center stage but, presents strong, biblical truths to counter them. And, ahhh the romance......*sigh*. Dan is what every girls wants but, he only has eyes for Annie. So sweet (and at times, pretty steamy). It's Not About Me is gripping, (in every sense of the word) romantic, and faith shacking. And though INAM is geared more towards the YA group, I feel that anyone, of any age, would love it. This book is definitely on my "keeper" self! Can't wait to read Michelle's next book, It's Not About Him!LOL;)


To learn more about Michelle or her books go to:
HER WEBSITE
HER BOOK

Love Ya,
Ashley

Review: Angel's Den by Jamie Carie

Hey y'all, before you read my review, check out the great book trailer (above post), that was made for Angel's Den by the publishers.



Title: Angel's Den
Author: Jamie Carie



Publisher: B&H Publishing Group
Date released: Jan 1. 2010

ISBN: 9780805448146

Stars:*****
Age rating: 13 & up

Pros:
The attraction between Luke and Emma has both tension and passion despite the fact that they never kiss in the main story. Plus a great spiritual message about how God works all things for good. And how we need to rely on Him for help and not always on others. Also I just love how Emma fell into Luke's arms in the beginning (literally)

Cons:
I only wish the story could have spawn across a couple books instead of just one. Also, the book tad bite scary for tweens (11-12) and is definitely more suited for the mature teen.

Back cover:
In 1808, when Emma meets and marries Eric Montclaire (the famed “most handsome man west of the Appalachians”), this young daughter of prominent St. Louis citizens believes a fairy tale has just begun. Instead, her husband’s angelic looks quickly prove only to mask a monstrous soul all too capable of possessive emotions and physical abuse. Praying for mercy, she is devastated when Eric insists on her joining his yearlong group expedition to the Pacific Ocean, following the trail Lewis and Clark blazed just a few years earlier. By the time cartographer Luke Bowen realizes Emma’s plight, it’s too late to easily untangle what has become an epic web of lies, theft, murder, courtroom drama, and a deep longing for love. Only God can show them the way out.


My Thoughts:
When I first saw Angel’s Den, I was like, Jamie Carie who? I had never heard of her or any of her work. But now I’m definitely a fan. The Angel’s Den starts out with a fairy tale wedding, but quickly turns in to a horrifying nightmare. Emma Daring’s married the best lookin’ man west of the Mississippi, but Eric Montclair’s not what he appears. Now, stuck in a love-less and abusive marriage, Eric forces Emma to travel west with him, in the footsteps of Lewis and Clark. Who will come to Emma’s rescue when someone is murdered and everything points to her? I liked how the story starts, giving the reader a blind look on what happened before we’re introduced to Emma and Eric, setting the stage for the unfolding mystery. It seems like Eric can’t be outwitted. He anticipates everything. So Emma takes drastic measures in an attempt to get away from him and his constant abuse. But when Luke Bowen foils her plans, he involves himself more then he wanted. From that night forward, Luke and Emma grow close, but the affection between them doesn’t go unnoticed. Eric is enraged, but keeps his feeling hidden until he can deal with Emma…alone. Luke is the quintessential knight in shining armor with a love for God, despite all he has been through and tries to rescue Emma but, instead gets them both accused of murder. As the plot thickens so does the tension. And with that, the dangers increases for both Emma and Luke till, it seems not even the truth will set them free. And an unexpected twist towards the end makes the Angel’s Den one of my new favorite books. I would recommend this book to anyone who loves a good romance, with a little suspense and deep spiritual truths, that will has you thinking about them long after you’ve finished the book.

*Disclaimer*
My many thanks to B&H Publishing for providing a review copy of Angel's Den, via Netgalley.

To learn more about Angel's Den or Jamie Carie go to B&H Publishing Group for more info

I hope y'all enjoyed this review and hope you read Angel's Den for yourself.


Love Ya,
Ashley