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This is a very interesting book that has some mystical elements mixed in that make it a unique story of faith and the power of one's mind over regret. It was described to me by the author's publicist as Christian Fiction, but the godly elements are subtle and does not overpower the story at all. Full review at Books and Cooks

I've always enjoyed reading western-themed novels and Etta by Geald Kolpan is a very entertaining story. It's the fictionilzed account of Etta Place, girlfriend to the "Sandance Kid" and member of the notorious Hole-In-The-Wall Gang. Not much is known about this mysterious horsewoman, but Kolpan mixes some historical facts along with his own imagination to give the reader an adventurous and enjoyable read. For my full review click here.

The Heretic's Daughter is the story of Sarah Carrier and her family who live in Andover, Massachusetts in 1690 at the time of the Salem Witch Trials. Sarah's mother Martha, is targeted by the townspeople as being a witch and they fear an arrest is inevitable. You can read my full review of this fascinating book written by a direct decendant of the family here on my blog.

This debut novel by southerner Kathryn Stockett is a beautifully written story of three women, who for their own reasons join together to tell stories of what its like to work as a maid for white women in the 1960's during the Civil Rights Movement. There is so much to this story besides the obvious and i recommend it highly as I'm sure it will be a favorite of book lovers. You can read my full review here.

The Triumph of Deborah is the fictionalized story of Deborah, the much adored and highly respected prophetess from the Old Testament. It centers around Deborah, who helped lead the Israelites into war with the Canaanites and what she sacrificed in order to help her people. It also introduces us to Ashera a Canaanite princess and Nogah, the illigitimate daughter of the Canaanite King Jabin and an Israelite slave. It's a fascinating story both educational and entertaining. If you haven't re… Continue