Book Review: A Strike to the Heart by Danielle Grandinetti
With an explosive beginning, A Strike to the Heart drew me in immediately.
With an explosive beginning, A Strike to the Heart drew me in immediately.
I smiled when they smiled. Laughed when they laughed.
Bree and Chip’s banter and adolescent pranks create plenty of humor.
Elise and Sophie are both wonderful heroines with relatable flaws and weaknesses that they struggle to overcome.
I thought she did a great job exploring God’s plans for marriage and how we sometimes mess it up.
Michelle Griep is always one of my go-to authors, and this story was no different.
Historical romance fans, especially those who love WWII novels, won’t want to miss this.
I love Amelie’s character. Her strength and character make her a compelling heroine.
Alexandra’s determination and insecurities make her a relatable heroine who is easy to root for.
The premise itself is interesting, but as usual, the characters are what made me love this book.
The plot twists make sense and keep you guessing and reading late when you should be productive.
They have a lot of great discussions about trusting God and what true love looks like.
Hannon manages to entertain with gripping suspense while addressing issues Christians face today in society and our relationships.
The fish-out-of-water element when Biddie finally arrives at her sister’s ranch compelled me to keep reading.
The moment I met the love interest, I fell in love with him. He’s amazing.
I love the way Hannon explored the concept of true beauty without sounding trite or preachy.
Goddard provides plenty of twists and turns as Carrie and Trevor seek answers.
I enjoyed it because I love marriage of convenience stories. But there’s also an air of mystery throughout the book.
Frantz doesn’t shy away from showing the characters struggle, and that ministered to me.
I did not expect this book to hit me like it did. I was literally crying.
Each one will help you become a more godly parent your kids deserve.
I love how Caudill manages to touch on God’s design for marriage and the true meaning of love without getting preachy.
With Gussie, Duffy explores a lot of things, but what struck me the most was the idea that words have the power to hurt or heal.
The more Isabella grows, the more the reader can see that Isabella struggles with her worth and so do we.
These are characters you’ll remember long after you close the book.
I quickly got sucked into the mystery and Alex and Nathan work against the clock.
God sees you in your circumstances, whatever they are, and offers you life and hope.
The premise of this book grabbed my attention because who wouldn’t love a troop of Girl Scouts saving the day?
Breaking Free examines the importance of relationship and the dangers of religious constructs that are not relational.
I love the second-chance romance this novel provides and the faith arcs about forgiveness and God’s mercy.
We pray and God hears. 7 Days of Prayer gives readers a path to walk in this powerful truth.
This book speaks straight to the hearts of our daughters with a message we all need to hear.
The work that you and I do is of value and truly matters to God.
As the German army invades the Netherlands in 1940, Aleida van der Zee Martens escapes to London to wait out the Occupation.
Vienna is grieving the end of her career, and Matt is grieving two people he loves.
White, per usual, includes many twists and turns and an ending I did not expect.
When you believe in what you do and feel seen and respected, you’re able to enjoy the work of others without envy or cynicism.
I don’t even know where to begin. This story sucked me in and wouldn’t let go.
Her humor is one of the things I love most about her books, especially the wit in the dialogue.
This novel packs in so much romance with a spiritual arc that reminds us of God’s healing power.
We live in a world that recognizes and loves kindness but struggles to actually be kind.
Connealy provides plenty of twists and turns throughout the story, and I couldn’t help but become engrossed in the novel.
Josiah serves as a great reminder that people are not always as they seem.
Jensen and Flora’s love story has a bit of a slow build, but the resolution is more than worth the wait.
I loved every minute of reading this book and was a bit sad when it ended.
Although If the Boot Fits is a Cinderella retelling, it is not predictable.
Her characters feel like real people I could root for.
Chasing the Horizon covers a lot of the tragedies that occurred on the Oregon Trail, and Connealy uses this opportunity to explore faith and grief.
It grabs your attention and makes you wonder what’s going to happen next.
I rooted for Levi to get his chance with his childhood crush from the first page.
Christian’s backstory was interesting and a wonderful way to show a person becoming a new creation in Christ.
This book includes some great discussions about God and having a relationship with Him.
Klassen’s does a great job of dropping you right into Regency England and the Devonshire coast.
I could gush about this novel for a long time.
Maybe this list will help you choose some wonderful books to add to your library this year.
This book was an enjoyable escape into Gilded Age New York.
The bestselling and award-winning queen of romantic suspense is back with a brand-new series that is sure to get your adrenaline pumping.
I enjoyed the spiritual arc about finding God’s purpose for your life and not being swayed by others.
I’ll always enjoy a good Western romance, and Misty M. Beller hasn’t disappointed me yet.
The side characters almost stole the show, including the matchmaker Mrs. Reilly and the kindly Colonel Burke.
This sweet novella collection inspired by the gifts of the wise men will definitely get you in the Christmas spirit.
This novel had plenty of twists and turns that kept me hooked.
If you love the enemies-to-lover trope, you’ll love Lone Star Sweetheart.
Four romances throughout the generations are connected with a gold pendant.
Blackburn always has me on the edge of my seat as the characters work to unravel the mystery and escape danger.
True to her usual style, Camden packs her novel with plenty of historical tidbits to make her story come alive.
I still remember reading the Hawthorne House series for the first time and falling in love with Hunter’s writing and her wonderful characters.
This book left me speechless. I smiled. I cried. And I flipped page after page, devouring the beautiful prose I’ve come to expect from Amanda Dykes.
I enjoyed getting a glimpse of the couples from the previous books and getting a chance to see where they are now.
I couldn’t help but root for Madison as she struggles with the mistakes of her past.
The contemporary storyline explores grief and depression, and I loved the romantic arc between Molly and her husband.
The romance was sweet and epic, sure to please the most hopeless of romantics.
Both characters discuss their faith in God and trust in His timing and not theirs.
The focus of our hope is not a limited man who is trying to be more, but an unlimited God who has already balanced the scales of justice.
From cover to cover, readers will come to learn that “He loves, heals, forgives, saves, and speaks.”
Sharon’s desire for her readers is that they would join her in soaking in the presence of God.
Rivers explores a lot of the issues prevalent in mining towns, never skirting around the tough topics.
Seeing broken ones restored is a visceral reminder of just how good God is.
Through his work and the Moody Center, James Spencer recognized the character of D.L. Moody as a man who followed Christ.
Parents, it’s time we enjoy quality time drawing the Word of God into your children’s hearts and minds—all from our kitchen tables.
Having delved deeply into God’s redemptive grace and continually receiving the truth of her new identity in Christ, Speas unashamedly boasts in her weaknesses.
Parents, it’s time we enjoy quality time drawing the Word of God into your children’s hearts and minds—all from our kitchen tables.
Most women would happily receive a fresh outpouring of joy—as both mothers and daughters.
After a loving friend shared her own abortion story, Shaw took the first bold steps out of hiding.
Parents, it’s time we enjoy quality time drawing the Word of God into your children’s hearts and minds—all from our kitchen tables.
Master of WWII-era fiction Sarah Sundin invites you onto the streets of occupied Paris to discover whether love or duty will prevail.
Whatever your own spiritual desert may be, there is hope for you, abundant life for you, in Jesus.
Marrying Mr. Wrong can be read as a standalone, but I found myself thrilled at all the cameos from previous characters.
This book opens our eyes to the enduring relevance of songs that have been sung for hundreds of years.
I loved the discussion and inner monologues about trusting God amidst the chaos of this world.
Mystery and romance make the perfect dance partners in this evocative story from fan-favorite Joanna Davidson Politano.
The Promise of the Star is a timely take on the well-known story as it speaks of hope in the One who still sits on the throne, faith in His divine power to work all things for good, and joy in His redeeming presence.
Overall, Pretending to Wed is a sweet romance that marriage of convenience fans will enjoy.
Devyn is definitely a hero I can relate to, and I found it easy to root for her from the beginning.
This is one of my very favorite fashion, self-image, self-help books!
Wade has an amazing ability to cut right to the heart of a character, including their spiritual lives.
Find your courage, refresh your heart, restore your confidence as you teach your precious kids at home.
Woodhouse does a great job of exploring Kayla’s grief and her tendency to try to wrestle control from God.
Henri Nouwen helped me learn to embrace my broken humanity as the place where I could meet the Lord.
If you’re looking for a novel that will make you laugh, cry, sigh, and think, then this is the perfect book for you.