What Your Dreams Are Telling You by Cindy McGill with David Sluka

About the Book:

Why Waste One-Third of Your Life Only Sleeping?

Have you ever wanted to receive wise advice about a business proposal, a relationship or a direction in life? Tonight you will have several dreams. Did you know they could contain the very advice you need?

It's true.
Join dream interpreter Cindy McGill as she shows you that sleep is so much more than just a time to rest your body. If you pay attention, you can uncover a secret weapon for success--and the keys to unlocking your full potential.

Not only is it possible to remember your dreams, but when properly interpreted, they bring guidance, hope and strength to achieve what may seem impossible. Here Cindy gives you the tools for discovering and decoding these hidden messages, including

-- how to get the most out of your dreams
-- historical and present-day examples of life-changing dreams
-- common dream themes and what they mean
-- 3 steps to discover the genuine message from your dreams
-- a quick-reference guide to common dream symbols
-- how to reawaken your dream life

Solutions to your problems can come on any given night. It's time to listen to what your dreams are telling you.

My Review:

I was pretty skeptical when I agreed to review this book, but I became fascinated as I read.  I knew there were dreams in the Bible that warned or foretold of things, but I hadn't realized there were famous inventors, scientists, authors, etc. who dreamt of solutions, stories, even scientific breakthroughs!  The author points out that not all dreams mean something and to be cautious of being too quick to assign a certain meaning.  The chapters on principles to use when interpreting a dream, common dream themes, and types of dreams were especially fascinating.  I'm also glad she pointed out that not all dreams are from God.  They can also be from what she calls Self and Lie and it's important to figure out which source it's from.  While she talks about God and her faith, the book felt like it was written for anyone, Christian or not.  Much of what she said made sense and I know I'm going to be paying a lot more attention to my dreams from now on!

I received this book free from Chosen Books in exchange for an honest review.

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First Date - The Dating Games 1 - Melody Carlson

About the book:

When it comes to catching the eye of that cute boy at school, sometimes you just need a little help from your friends.
Devon, Emma, Cassidy, Bryn, and Abby have one thing in common as they start their sophomore year: none of them have ever been on a "real" date. With homecoming looming, the girls make a pact and start a secret club they call the DG (Dating Games) that has just one objective--dates for the dance.

They're sworn to secrecy, but the club is their way to set each other up on their first dates so they can report back to the DG. They'll have to navigate expectations and rules from their parents, figure out how to act on a date, and endear themselves to the guys they like.

What could possibly go wrong?

My Review:

This is an entertaining story for teenagers about five very different girls.  I didn't like the attitude most of the girls had that dating was just a game.  A couple of the girls felt a bit manipulative and shallow, but I felt like I could relate to Cassidy, the goody two-shoes as someone called her in the story.  I think girls could probably relate to at least one of them.    The makeovers were fun.  I liked that Cassidy was a strong Christian who was trying to follow God, while the other girls were at varying stages of faith or seemed to have no faith. There were good points made also about being careful who you date and being there for your friends.  The story didn't feel preachy and I think most teenage girls would probably like it, Christian or no.

I received this book free from Revell in exchange for an honest review.

Available October 2013 at your favorite bookseller from Revell, a division of Baker Publishing Group.

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Beyond These Hills - Smoky Mountain Dreams 3 - Sandra Robbins

It’s 1934, and Laurel Jackson fears the life she’s always known is about to become a memory. The government is purchasing property to establish the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and nearly all the families in Cades Cove have decided to sell. Laurel is determined to save the land her family has lived on for a hundred years.
Andrew Brady, the son of a wealthy Virginia congressman, arrives in the Cove to convince the remaining landowners to sell. Sparks fly when he meets Laurel, the outspoken young woman who is determined to thwart his every effort. Will they ever be able to put aside their differences and accept what their hearts already know?

In the third and final book in the Smoky Mountain Dreams series, acclaimed author Sandra Robbins brings a dramatic conclusion to the story of the families of Cades Cove. (back cover copy)

My review:
This is an interesting story about change and trying to do what's right, even when you're being treated unfairly, all wrapped up in a love story!  I was impressed with how the Jackson family showed love and friendship to Andrew, even though he was representing the government who was taking away their home.  I appreciate that we have the national parks and have been to quite a few, but I never thought about the people who might have been forced off their land to make way for them, other than the Native Americans.  It saddens me that people were made to give up their homes by the government and it makes me wonder how often that's happened.  It was also sad to see the changes coming to this beautiful valley and to the Jackson family.  The romance is sweet, but moved somewhat quickly to me.  I liked catching up with this wonderful family since I had read book two, which was about Laurel's parents.  I loved the importance of faith and prayer and that the gospel message is presented so clearly.

I received this book free from Harvest House Publishers in exchange for an honest review.

Gold Trap by Lilly Maytree

What an exciting and unique story!
I simply wanted to step out of my ordinary life and find the Divine Appointment God had planned for me. I’d read about Mary Kingsley, and it occurred to me that if I truly wanted to share an historical biography with my students, hers was it. So (with much trepidation) I booked the cheapest tour I could find to visit the Dark Continent of Africa. Who knew I’d meet a psychic named Vidalia (after the onion?) — not that I should have been surprised (after all, Bremen Tours specialized in “Voodoo relics of the Dark Continent,” or so it was emblazoned on their carry-alls, one of which I owned). But life got really strange when I met a mad (or was he drunk?) professor, a dashing prince (or possibly, the villain), a village headman (the warrior king? Or the prince of thieves?) and a witch doctor who was neither witch nor doctor, but rather the sinister embodiment of a charlatan who preyed on tourists...and let’s not forget the man who started the whole mess—an embezzler-turned-kidnapper…of me! And that’s not to mention floating down a river full of crocodiles, two boys who wanted to hold me for ransom, an earthquake, a cave-in, the leopard in my bed, and a pink hippopotamus. In the end, my Divine Appointment from God held mystery, excitement and a whole lot more. Enjoy my adventure, Dear Reader, because I did! (Goodreads description)

This is one of the most unique stories I've read in quite a while!  Meg, the woman who decides to follow in the footsteps of Mary Kingsley, is a funny, quirky lady who ends up in the craziest situations!  The romance is cute, though I wasn't sure if her mystery man was a good guy or not for most of the story. It was interesting to see what a different culture there is in the parts of Africa she visited, but I want to see it even more after reading this book, though definitely not with a voodoo tour!  I also liked her take on Divine Appointments and faith; it gives you something to think about.  The story got a little convoluted near the end, but I enjoyed it overall.  This was a new author to me and I plan on checking out her other books.

I received a free pdf copy of this book from bookfun.org in exchange for an honest review.

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The Governess of Highland Hall - Edwardian Brides 1 by Carrie Turansky

If you like Downton Abbey, this is a must read!  Julia Foster has been a missionary, along with her parents, for the past twelve years in India.  When her father gets sick, they return to England and Julia must get a job to support them.  She becomes a governess at Highland Hall for widower Sir William Ramsey's two children and his two cousins.  She has her work cut out for her with one child extremely strong-willed and active, one in fragile health, and two young ladies grieving their father's death who don't feel they need a governess and don't mind her knowing it.

Sir William has recently inherited the large estate, but is finding out that he may lose it if he can't pay the hefty death taxes besides the financial difficulties the estate was already facing.  He  wants to get some dignity back after the scandal caused by his late wife, but the only possibility of keeping the house seems to be marrying someone of wealth.  However, he finds himself drawn to Julia and appreciates her faith and the positive influence she has over the people in his household.  Could he ever trust again?  Will he choose love over money?

This book reminded me a lot of Downton Abbey, with points of view from the staff and the aristocracy. There are the good characters whom you love and then the conniving ones you want to shake!  Julia is an amazing character, not perfect, but with such a strong faith and great wisdom.  The two romances in the story were very sweet.  This is the first book I've read by this author, but I'll definitely be reading her others. I highly recommend it!

I received this book free from Waterbrook Multnomah in exchange for an honest review.

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